The document provides tips for improving brain functions, including exercising, meditating, getting enough sleep, eating a healthy diet, getting sunlight, building relationships, avoiding smoking, being creative, listening to music, and drinking coffee in moderation. It then discusses how to improve mental focus through assessing focus levels, eliminating distractions, limiting multitasking, living in the present moment, practicing mindfulness, taking short breaks, and building mental focus over time. Finally, it outlines steps for developing a personal plan to enhance brain functions, including having goals, recognizing strengths, getting advice, improving the plan, and using mind mapping techniques such as varying elements, colors and text.
This document provides information about memory techniques. It begins by defining short-term and long-term memory, and provides tips for improving memory such as paying attention, getting enough sleep, staying hydrated, avoiding negative beliefs, and using specific memory techniques. It then discusses mind mapping as a creative memory aid technique. Finally, it includes a learning styles self-assessment questionnaire.
Thoughts are the basis of our behavior, productivity and success. This presentation was delivered to the State of California November 2016 and the Annual Management Forum.
Plan-Do: Defining and Achieving Your Life GoalsTom Christoffel
This document outlines exercises to help the reader uncover their life goals and develop a personal planning process. It begins with an introduction explaining the author's own experience lacking life goals and developing a plan using index cards. It then defines key planning terms and describes four exercises: 1) Writing down 5 important goals for the next 6 months, 2) Creating "I am" cards to identify strengths/roles, 3) Mind mapping one's life, and 4) Creating a comprehensive to-do list. The document aims to help the reader gain clarity around who they are and what they want to achieve to develop an effective personal plan.
Simple Tips to Boost Intelligence Level and Become Geniuskomalnan123
This document provides simple tips to boost intelligence and become a genius. It recommends getting focused through meditation, reading books to expand knowledge, being creative like Einstein suggested, solving problems with a solution-oriented mindset, having an open and positive attitude, and learning from mistakes. Dr. Arvinder Singh introduces the SETP program as an effective way to increase intelligence through developing better thinking patterns.
This document provides information about using code words as part of positive change hypnosis. It explains that code words act as a shortcut to recall motivations, goals, and behaviors when trying to make meaningful changes. The technique involves writing a statement linking a code word to concepts and ideas related to one's goals, and then using self-hypnosis or relaxation to program the subconscious mind to associate the code word with the full statement. Saying the code word daily helps maintain focus on commitments and reinforce positive change. An example code word statement for weight loss is also provided.
15 Tricks to Improve Your Memory discusses ways to enhance memory through lifestyle changes and brain exercises. Eating healthy foods like berries and exercising daily are recommended to boost brain function. Getting enough sleep, reducing stress through laughter, and staying organized are also presented as effective memory improvement techniques. Various brain exercises like using mnemonic devices and flashcards are suggested to keep the brain active.
10 Memory Improvement Techniques to Enhance Your Learning Skills.pdfNazma Ansari
In addition to visualization, mnemonic devices, exercise, sleep, and a healthy diet, several other strategies can significantly contribute to improving memory retention and cognitive function.
1. **Mentally Stimulating Activities**: Engaging in activities that challenge the brain can help improve memory and cognitive abilities. This includes puzzles, crossword puzzles, sudoku, logic games, and learning new skills or languages. These activities stimulate various areas of the brain, encouraging the formation of new neural connections and promoting cognitive flexibility.
2. **Mindfulness and Stress Reduction**: Chronic stress can negatively impact memory and cognitive function. Practicing mindfulness techniques such as meditation, deep breathing exercises, or yoga can help reduce stress levels and improve focus and memory. Mindfulness encourages present-moment awareness, allowing individuals to better concentrate on tasks and retain information more effectively.
3. **Social Interaction**: Maintaining social connections and engaging in meaningful interactions is essential for cognitive health. Socializing stimulates the brain, promotes emotional well-being, and provides opportunities for learning and memory consolidation through shared experiences and conversations. Regular social interaction can also help reduce the risk of cognitive decline and memory loss associated with aging.
4. **Regular Mental Breaks and Relaxation**: Giving the brain time to rest and recharge is crucial for optimal cognitive function. Overworking the brain without breaks can lead to mental fatigue and decreased memory performance. Taking short breaks throughout the day, practicing relaxation techniques such as progressive muscle relaxation or mindfulness meditation, or engaging in hobbies and leisure activities can help rejuvenate the mind and support better memory retention.
5. **Continuous Learning**: Lifelong learning is key to maintaining cognitive function and memory as we age. Whether it's taking classes, attending workshops, or reading books on various subjects, exposing the brain to new information and experiences helps keep it active and engaged. Learning stimulates neural plasticity, the brain's ability to adapt and reorganize itself, which is essential for memory formation and retention.
By incorporating these additional strategies into daily life along with visualization, mnemonic devices, exercise, sleep, and a healthy diet, individuals can create a comprehensive approach to enhancing memory retention and cognitive function. This holistic approach not only strengthens memory but also promotes overall brain health and well-being, enabling individuals to thrive in their personal and professional lives with a sharper mind and improved cognitive abilities.
This document provides information about memory techniques. It begins by defining short-term and long-term memory, and provides tips for improving memory such as paying attention, getting enough sleep, staying hydrated, avoiding negative beliefs, and using specific memory techniques. It then discusses mind mapping as a creative memory aid technique. Finally, it includes a learning styles self-assessment questionnaire.
Thoughts are the basis of our behavior, productivity and success. This presentation was delivered to the State of California November 2016 and the Annual Management Forum.
Plan-Do: Defining and Achieving Your Life GoalsTom Christoffel
This document outlines exercises to help the reader uncover their life goals and develop a personal planning process. It begins with an introduction explaining the author's own experience lacking life goals and developing a plan using index cards. It then defines key planning terms and describes four exercises: 1) Writing down 5 important goals for the next 6 months, 2) Creating "I am" cards to identify strengths/roles, 3) Mind mapping one's life, and 4) Creating a comprehensive to-do list. The document aims to help the reader gain clarity around who they are and what they want to achieve to develop an effective personal plan.
Simple Tips to Boost Intelligence Level and Become Geniuskomalnan123
This document provides simple tips to boost intelligence and become a genius. It recommends getting focused through meditation, reading books to expand knowledge, being creative like Einstein suggested, solving problems with a solution-oriented mindset, having an open and positive attitude, and learning from mistakes. Dr. Arvinder Singh introduces the SETP program as an effective way to increase intelligence through developing better thinking patterns.
This document provides information about using code words as part of positive change hypnosis. It explains that code words act as a shortcut to recall motivations, goals, and behaviors when trying to make meaningful changes. The technique involves writing a statement linking a code word to concepts and ideas related to one's goals, and then using self-hypnosis or relaxation to program the subconscious mind to associate the code word with the full statement. Saying the code word daily helps maintain focus on commitments and reinforce positive change. An example code word statement for weight loss is also provided.
15 Tricks to Improve Your Memory discusses ways to enhance memory through lifestyle changes and brain exercises. Eating healthy foods like berries and exercising daily are recommended to boost brain function. Getting enough sleep, reducing stress through laughter, and staying organized are also presented as effective memory improvement techniques. Various brain exercises like using mnemonic devices and flashcards are suggested to keep the brain active.
10 Memory Improvement Techniques to Enhance Your Learning Skills.pdfNazma Ansari
In addition to visualization, mnemonic devices, exercise, sleep, and a healthy diet, several other strategies can significantly contribute to improving memory retention and cognitive function.
1. **Mentally Stimulating Activities**: Engaging in activities that challenge the brain can help improve memory and cognitive abilities. This includes puzzles, crossword puzzles, sudoku, logic games, and learning new skills or languages. These activities stimulate various areas of the brain, encouraging the formation of new neural connections and promoting cognitive flexibility.
2. **Mindfulness and Stress Reduction**: Chronic stress can negatively impact memory and cognitive function. Practicing mindfulness techniques such as meditation, deep breathing exercises, or yoga can help reduce stress levels and improve focus and memory. Mindfulness encourages present-moment awareness, allowing individuals to better concentrate on tasks and retain information more effectively.
3. **Social Interaction**: Maintaining social connections and engaging in meaningful interactions is essential for cognitive health. Socializing stimulates the brain, promotes emotional well-being, and provides opportunities for learning and memory consolidation through shared experiences and conversations. Regular social interaction can also help reduce the risk of cognitive decline and memory loss associated with aging.
4. **Regular Mental Breaks and Relaxation**: Giving the brain time to rest and recharge is crucial for optimal cognitive function. Overworking the brain without breaks can lead to mental fatigue and decreased memory performance. Taking short breaks throughout the day, practicing relaxation techniques such as progressive muscle relaxation or mindfulness meditation, or engaging in hobbies and leisure activities can help rejuvenate the mind and support better memory retention.
5. **Continuous Learning**: Lifelong learning is key to maintaining cognitive function and memory as we age. Whether it's taking classes, attending workshops, or reading books on various subjects, exposing the brain to new information and experiences helps keep it active and engaged. Learning stimulates neural plasticity, the brain's ability to adapt and reorganize itself, which is essential for memory formation and retention.
By incorporating these additional strategies into daily life along with visualization, mnemonic devices, exercise, sleep, and a healthy diet, individuals can create a comprehensive approach to enhancing memory retention and cognitive function. This holistic approach not only strengthens memory but also promotes overall brain health and well-being, enabling individuals to thrive in their personal and professional lives with a sharper mind and improved cognitive abilities.
Cognitive skills are the topic of this slide. In this slide, the author explained the meaning of cognitive skills, types of cognitive skills, types of skills, how to improve cognitive skills, how to use cognitive skills in schools, how to use these skills in the workplace, and how to include cognitive skills in our resume.
This document provides information to help students transition successfully from high school to university. It compares key differences between high school and university, including greater independence and self-advocacy needed at university. Tips are provided to help with time management, goal setting, using campus resources, and improving memory and concentration. Students are encouraged to form study groups, get to know instructors, and take advantage of student activities and organizations.
Dr. Farhana Shaheen provides 16 tips for training your brain and keeping it in perfect working order. The tips include reading books, playing brain training video games, meditating, getting plenty of rest, exercising regularly, eating a healthy breakfast, speaking a new language, expanding your vocabulary, and challenging your brain in other ways like blindfolded walking. Regular mental stimulation through these various activities can help improve brain health, performance, and delay cognitive decline.
This document provides 15 tips for improving memory and exercising the brain: 1) Believe in your ability to improve your memory, 2) Keep your brain active by learning new skills, 3) Exercise daily to improve brain circulation and focus, 4) Reduce stress which can negatively impact memory, 5) Eat a healthy diet with brain-boosting foods, 6) Practice observational skills by remembering photo details, 7) Give yourself time to form memories without distractions, 8) Create vivid mental images to associate memories, 9) Repeat information to commit it to memory, 10) Group related items to remember lists easier, 11) Organize your life to free up mental energy, 12) Practice meditation to improve focus and memory, 13
The document provides guidance on goal setting and time management. It discusses setting life goals in different categories like education, career, family, etc. and breaking large goals down into smaller, achievable steps. It emphasizes the importance of setting SMART goals and writing goals down. The document also covers time management basics like identifying best study times, scheduling tasks by priority, avoiding procrastination, and creating to-do lists and action plans.
Simple Tips to Boost Intelligence Level and Become Geniuskomalnan123
In this PDF some simple and powerful tips are given to boost intelligence level of people. A person can follow these tips and can become genius easily.
Mind mapping is a visual note-taking technique that allows for efficient retention and recall of information. It involves drawing key words, symbols and pictures and connecting them through colors, positioning and lines to form associations. Mind maps reinforce understanding, give structure to ideas and improve memory. They can be used to plan, communicate, boost creativity, save time, solve problems, concentrate, organize thoughts and study faster and more effectively. Frequent review of mind maps is important for retaining information in long-term memory.
Life improvement workshop - Self-development - Personal Revolutions eventPersonalRevolutions
This document summarizes a self-improvement seminar titled "Life Improvement". The seminar covered various topics to help people better know themselves, improve themselves, and enjoy their lives. It discussed becoming aware of one's passions and capabilities, creating plans to achieve goals, and finding flow in daily activities. It also touched on brain plasticity, meditation, setting visions and goals, and overcoming self-deception. The seminar encouraged further learning and growth to increase happiness over time.
A mind map is a diagram used to visually organize information. A mind map is often created around a single concept, drawn as an image in the center of a blank landscape page, to which associated representations of ideas such as images, words and parts of words are added.
This document provides tips for how to acquire skills as a dental professional. It discusses identifying your learning style, making notes, creating a study plan, taking breaks, avoiding cramming, moving around, being curious, and taking care of your brain to improve learning. It also discusses how to become a professional through looking and acting professionally, being ethical, honest, fair, respecting patients, prioritizing patient interests, and serving patients rather than pursuing prestige. Finally, it outlines how to acquire clinical skills through developing diagnostic abilities, thoughtful treatment planning, utilizing dental assistants, refining manual dexterity, collaborating as part of a team, enhancing education skills, and cultivating soft skills.
The 12 step goal setting process provides a structured approach to setting and achieving goals. It involves 1) deciding on ideal goals in key areas of life, 2) writing goals down clearly and specifically, 3) setting deadlines, 4) identifying obstacles, 5) identifying needed skills, 6) identifying people whose help is required, 7) making a complete list of steps, 8) organizing the list into a plan, 9) making a detailed plan, 10) setting daily priorities, 11) developing self-discipline to focus on priorities, and 12) practicing visualizing goals as achieved to activate the subconscious mind. The process culminates in selecting a major goal and following the 12 steps to develop a comprehensive plan to achieve it.
The 12 step goal setting process provides a methodical approach to setting and achieving goals. It involves 1) deciding on ideal goals in key areas of life, 2) writing goals down clearly and measurably, 3) setting deadlines, 4) identifying obstacles, 5) identifying needed skills, 6) identifying people whose help is required, 7) making a complete list of steps, 8) organizing the list into a plan, 9) making a detailed plan, 10) selecting the most important daily task, 11) developing self-discipline to focus on tasks, and 12) practicing visualization of achieving goals. The process guides setting a major goal and then breaking it down into specific, ordered steps to develop a comprehensive plan for its
7 Ways to Boost Brain Cognitive Function_ Tips for Enhancing Mental Performan...Nazma Ansari
In today's fast-paced world, where demands on our cognitive abilities are ever-increasing, nurturing our brain health is paramount. Cognitive function serves as the cornerstone of our capacity to adapt, learn, and thrive in various environments. As we age, preserving and enhancing cognitive abilities becomes even more crucial to maintain quality of life and independence. Through the exploration of these seven strategies, we aim to provide actionable insights into how individuals can harness the power of their minds to overcome cognitive challenges and optimize mental performance. By understanding the interplay between lifestyle factors and brain health, individuals can embark on a journey toward cognitive vitality and resilience. Each strategy discussed in this article offers a multifaceted approach to enhancing cognitive function, addressing not only the physiological aspects of brain health but also the psychological and social components. From the rejuvenating effects of sleep to the cognitive benefits of physical exercise, the nourishing properties of a healthy diet, the calming influence of mindfulness meditation, the invigorating power of mental stimulation, the stress-relieving techniques for managing life's pressures, and the enriching experiences of social interaction, these strategies work synergistically to fortify cognitive function on multiple levels. As we delve deeper into the realm of cognitive enhancement, it becomes evident that empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools to optimize brain health is essential for fostering a society where everyone can thrive mentally, emotionally, and intellectually. Through continued exploration and implementation of these strategies, we can unlock the full potential of our brains and pave the way for a brighter, more cognitively resilient future.
Moreover, these strategies not only serve to enhance cognitive function but also contribute to overall brain resilience and longevity. By adopting a holistic approach to brain health, individuals can create an environment conducive to cognitive flourishing, promoting neuroplasticity and neurogenesis—the brain's remarkable ability to adapt and grow throughout life. Furthermore, the benefits extend beyond individual well-being, as improved cognitive function can have ripple effects across various aspects of society, including education, healthcare, and the workforce. Empowering individuals with the knowledge & tools to optimize their cognitive abilities is not just a personal endeavor but a collective responsibility—one that can lead to a more vibrant, innovative, and thriving community. As we navigate the complexities of modern life, investing in cognitive enhancement becomes an investment in our collective future, where mental acuity, creativity, and resilience are valued and celebrated. Through ongoing research, education, & advocacy, we can continue to uncover new ways to boost brain cognitive function and pave the way for a brighter world.
6 Point Eintel Coaching Tool Scope(28.01.08)Pretraining2010
The document discusses setting goals that are aligned with one's values. It emphasizes setting specific, measurable goals and prioritizing them. Goals should motivate and inspire action. The document also discusses exploring one's internal and external resources to achieve goals and reviewing goals regularly.
Overview
•The presentation will tackle on how you can take control of your learning habits
•Provide learning exercises that will aid your learning process
•Discuss the diffuse and focused mode of thinking and when to use them
•Illustration of the habit loop to identify how you can relate and modify it to suit your learning
•Benefits of guilt free sleeping and napping at work
•Defeat the inner procrastinator inside of us
Copy of Mental Health Awareness Training Workshop by Slidesgo.pptxLiezlMayuga
Your mental health is an important part of your well-being. This aspect of your welfare determines how you’re able to operate psychologically, emotionally, and socially among others.
Considering how much of a role your mental health plays in each aspect of your life, it's important to guard and improve psychological wellness using appropriate measures.
Because different circumstances can affect your mental health, we’ll be highlighting risk factors and signs that may indicate mental distress. But most importantly, we’ll dive into all of the benefits of having your mental health in its best shape.
Risk Factors for Poor Mental Health
Mental health is described as a state of well-being where a person is able to cope with the normal stresses of life. This state permits productive work output and allows for meaningful contributions to society.1
However, different circumstances exist that may affect the ability to handle life’s curveballs. These factors may also disrupt daily activities, and the capacity to manage these changes.
The following factors, listed below, may affect mental well-being and could increase the risk of developing psychological disorders.
Childhood Abuse
When a child is subjected to physical assault, sexual violence, emotional abuse, or neglect while growing up, it can lead to severe mental and emotional distress.
Abuse increases the risk of developing mental disorders like depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, or personality disorders.
Children who have been abused may eventually deal with alcohol and substance use issues. But beyond mental health challenges, child abuse may also lead to medical complications such as diabetes, stroke, and other forms of heart disease.2
The Environment
A strong contributor to mental well-being is the state of a person’s usual environment. Adverse environmental circumstances can cause negative effects on psychological wellness.
For instance, weather conditions may influence an increase in suicide cases. Likewise, experiencing natural disasters firsthand can increase the chances of developing PTSD. In certain cases, air pollution may produce negative effects on depression symptoms.3
In contrast, living in a positive social environment can provide protection against mental challenges.4
Biology
Your biological makeup could determine the state of your well-being. A number of mental health disorders have been found to run in families and may be passed down to members.
These include conditions such as autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, bipolar disorder, depression, and schizophrenia.5
Lifestyle
Your lifestyle can also impact your mental health. Smoking, a poor diet, alcohol consumption, substance use, and risky sexual behavior may cause psychological harm. These behaviors have been linked to depression.
This document discusses various ways to improve brain performance through lifestyle changes and exercises. It suggests that feeling better through meditation can reduce stress and allow the brain to perform better. Regular brain exercises like cross-crawls and lazy eights are recommended to stimulate both hemispheres of the brain. Maintaining a healthy diet with colorful fruits and vegetables, omega-3s, and vitamin B can also help protect brain health as we age.
Cognitive skills are the topic of this slide. In this slide, the author explained the meaning of cognitive skills, types of cognitive skills, types of skills, how to improve cognitive skills, how to use cognitive skills in schools, how to use these skills in the workplace, and how to include cognitive skills in our resume.
This document provides information to help students transition successfully from high school to university. It compares key differences between high school and university, including greater independence and self-advocacy needed at university. Tips are provided to help with time management, goal setting, using campus resources, and improving memory and concentration. Students are encouraged to form study groups, get to know instructors, and take advantage of student activities and organizations.
Dr. Farhana Shaheen provides 16 tips for training your brain and keeping it in perfect working order. The tips include reading books, playing brain training video games, meditating, getting plenty of rest, exercising regularly, eating a healthy breakfast, speaking a new language, expanding your vocabulary, and challenging your brain in other ways like blindfolded walking. Regular mental stimulation through these various activities can help improve brain health, performance, and delay cognitive decline.
This document provides 15 tips for improving memory and exercising the brain: 1) Believe in your ability to improve your memory, 2) Keep your brain active by learning new skills, 3) Exercise daily to improve brain circulation and focus, 4) Reduce stress which can negatively impact memory, 5) Eat a healthy diet with brain-boosting foods, 6) Practice observational skills by remembering photo details, 7) Give yourself time to form memories without distractions, 8) Create vivid mental images to associate memories, 9) Repeat information to commit it to memory, 10) Group related items to remember lists easier, 11) Organize your life to free up mental energy, 12) Practice meditation to improve focus and memory, 13
The document provides guidance on goal setting and time management. It discusses setting life goals in different categories like education, career, family, etc. and breaking large goals down into smaller, achievable steps. It emphasizes the importance of setting SMART goals and writing goals down. The document also covers time management basics like identifying best study times, scheduling tasks by priority, avoiding procrastination, and creating to-do lists and action plans.
Simple Tips to Boost Intelligence Level and Become Geniuskomalnan123
In this PDF some simple and powerful tips are given to boost intelligence level of people. A person can follow these tips and can become genius easily.
Mind mapping is a visual note-taking technique that allows for efficient retention and recall of information. It involves drawing key words, symbols and pictures and connecting them through colors, positioning and lines to form associations. Mind maps reinforce understanding, give structure to ideas and improve memory. They can be used to plan, communicate, boost creativity, save time, solve problems, concentrate, organize thoughts and study faster and more effectively. Frequent review of mind maps is important for retaining information in long-term memory.
Life improvement workshop - Self-development - Personal Revolutions eventPersonalRevolutions
This document summarizes a self-improvement seminar titled "Life Improvement". The seminar covered various topics to help people better know themselves, improve themselves, and enjoy their lives. It discussed becoming aware of one's passions and capabilities, creating plans to achieve goals, and finding flow in daily activities. It also touched on brain plasticity, meditation, setting visions and goals, and overcoming self-deception. The seminar encouraged further learning and growth to increase happiness over time.
A mind map is a diagram used to visually organize information. A mind map is often created around a single concept, drawn as an image in the center of a blank landscape page, to which associated representations of ideas such as images, words and parts of words are added.
This document provides tips for how to acquire skills as a dental professional. It discusses identifying your learning style, making notes, creating a study plan, taking breaks, avoiding cramming, moving around, being curious, and taking care of your brain to improve learning. It also discusses how to become a professional through looking and acting professionally, being ethical, honest, fair, respecting patients, prioritizing patient interests, and serving patients rather than pursuing prestige. Finally, it outlines how to acquire clinical skills through developing diagnostic abilities, thoughtful treatment planning, utilizing dental assistants, refining manual dexterity, collaborating as part of a team, enhancing education skills, and cultivating soft skills.
The 12 step goal setting process provides a structured approach to setting and achieving goals. It involves 1) deciding on ideal goals in key areas of life, 2) writing goals down clearly and specifically, 3) setting deadlines, 4) identifying obstacles, 5) identifying needed skills, 6) identifying people whose help is required, 7) making a complete list of steps, 8) organizing the list into a plan, 9) making a detailed plan, 10) setting daily priorities, 11) developing self-discipline to focus on priorities, and 12) practicing visualizing goals as achieved to activate the subconscious mind. The process culminates in selecting a major goal and following the 12 steps to develop a comprehensive plan to achieve it.
The 12 step goal setting process provides a methodical approach to setting and achieving goals. It involves 1) deciding on ideal goals in key areas of life, 2) writing goals down clearly and measurably, 3) setting deadlines, 4) identifying obstacles, 5) identifying needed skills, 6) identifying people whose help is required, 7) making a complete list of steps, 8) organizing the list into a plan, 9) making a detailed plan, 10) selecting the most important daily task, 11) developing self-discipline to focus on tasks, and 12) practicing visualization of achieving goals. The process guides setting a major goal and then breaking it down into specific, ordered steps to develop a comprehensive plan for its
7 Ways to Boost Brain Cognitive Function_ Tips for Enhancing Mental Performan...Nazma Ansari
In today's fast-paced world, where demands on our cognitive abilities are ever-increasing, nurturing our brain health is paramount. Cognitive function serves as the cornerstone of our capacity to adapt, learn, and thrive in various environments. As we age, preserving and enhancing cognitive abilities becomes even more crucial to maintain quality of life and independence. Through the exploration of these seven strategies, we aim to provide actionable insights into how individuals can harness the power of their minds to overcome cognitive challenges and optimize mental performance. By understanding the interplay between lifestyle factors and brain health, individuals can embark on a journey toward cognitive vitality and resilience. Each strategy discussed in this article offers a multifaceted approach to enhancing cognitive function, addressing not only the physiological aspects of brain health but also the psychological and social components. From the rejuvenating effects of sleep to the cognitive benefits of physical exercise, the nourishing properties of a healthy diet, the calming influence of mindfulness meditation, the invigorating power of mental stimulation, the stress-relieving techniques for managing life's pressures, and the enriching experiences of social interaction, these strategies work synergistically to fortify cognitive function on multiple levels. As we delve deeper into the realm of cognitive enhancement, it becomes evident that empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools to optimize brain health is essential for fostering a society where everyone can thrive mentally, emotionally, and intellectually. Through continued exploration and implementation of these strategies, we can unlock the full potential of our brains and pave the way for a brighter, more cognitively resilient future.
Moreover, these strategies not only serve to enhance cognitive function but also contribute to overall brain resilience and longevity. By adopting a holistic approach to brain health, individuals can create an environment conducive to cognitive flourishing, promoting neuroplasticity and neurogenesis—the brain's remarkable ability to adapt and grow throughout life. Furthermore, the benefits extend beyond individual well-being, as improved cognitive function can have ripple effects across various aspects of society, including education, healthcare, and the workforce. Empowering individuals with the knowledge & tools to optimize their cognitive abilities is not just a personal endeavor but a collective responsibility—one that can lead to a more vibrant, innovative, and thriving community. As we navigate the complexities of modern life, investing in cognitive enhancement becomes an investment in our collective future, where mental acuity, creativity, and resilience are valued and celebrated. Through ongoing research, education, & advocacy, we can continue to uncover new ways to boost brain cognitive function and pave the way for a brighter world.
6 Point Eintel Coaching Tool Scope(28.01.08)Pretraining2010
The document discusses setting goals that are aligned with one's values. It emphasizes setting specific, measurable goals and prioritizing them. Goals should motivate and inspire action. The document also discusses exploring one's internal and external resources to achieve goals and reviewing goals regularly.
Overview
•The presentation will tackle on how you can take control of your learning habits
•Provide learning exercises that will aid your learning process
•Discuss the diffuse and focused mode of thinking and when to use them
•Illustration of the habit loop to identify how you can relate and modify it to suit your learning
•Benefits of guilt free sleeping and napping at work
•Defeat the inner procrastinator inside of us
Copy of Mental Health Awareness Training Workshop by Slidesgo.pptxLiezlMayuga
Your mental health is an important part of your well-being. This aspect of your welfare determines how you’re able to operate psychologically, emotionally, and socially among others.
Considering how much of a role your mental health plays in each aspect of your life, it's important to guard and improve psychological wellness using appropriate measures.
Because different circumstances can affect your mental health, we’ll be highlighting risk factors and signs that may indicate mental distress. But most importantly, we’ll dive into all of the benefits of having your mental health in its best shape.
Risk Factors for Poor Mental Health
Mental health is described as a state of well-being where a person is able to cope with the normal stresses of life. This state permits productive work output and allows for meaningful contributions to society.1
However, different circumstances exist that may affect the ability to handle life’s curveballs. These factors may also disrupt daily activities, and the capacity to manage these changes.
The following factors, listed below, may affect mental well-being and could increase the risk of developing psychological disorders.
Childhood Abuse
When a child is subjected to physical assault, sexual violence, emotional abuse, or neglect while growing up, it can lead to severe mental and emotional distress.
Abuse increases the risk of developing mental disorders like depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, or personality disorders.
Children who have been abused may eventually deal with alcohol and substance use issues. But beyond mental health challenges, child abuse may also lead to medical complications such as diabetes, stroke, and other forms of heart disease.2
The Environment
A strong contributor to mental well-being is the state of a person’s usual environment. Adverse environmental circumstances can cause negative effects on psychological wellness.
For instance, weather conditions may influence an increase in suicide cases. Likewise, experiencing natural disasters firsthand can increase the chances of developing PTSD. In certain cases, air pollution may produce negative effects on depression symptoms.3
In contrast, living in a positive social environment can provide protection against mental challenges.4
Biology
Your biological makeup could determine the state of your well-being. A number of mental health disorders have been found to run in families and may be passed down to members.
These include conditions such as autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, bipolar disorder, depression, and schizophrenia.5
Lifestyle
Your lifestyle can also impact your mental health. Smoking, a poor diet, alcohol consumption, substance use, and risky sexual behavior may cause psychological harm. These behaviors have been linked to depression.
This document discusses various ways to improve brain performance through lifestyle changes and exercises. It suggests that feeling better through meditation can reduce stress and allow the brain to perform better. Regular brain exercises like cross-crawls and lazy eights are recommended to stimulate both hemispheres of the brain. Maintaining a healthy diet with colorful fruits and vegetables, omega-3s, and vitamin B can also help protect brain health as we age.
A Visual Guide to 1 Samuel | A Tale of Two HeartsSteve Thomason
These slides walk through the story of 1 Samuel. Samuel is the last judge of Israel. The people reject God and want a king. Saul is anointed as the first king, but he is not a good king. David, the shepherd boy is anointed and Saul is envious of him. David shows honor while Saul continues to self destruct.
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, and GDPR: Best Practices for Implementation and...PECB
Denis is a dynamic and results-driven Chief Information Officer (CIO) with a distinguished career spanning information systems analysis and technical project management. With a proven track record of spearheading the design and delivery of cutting-edge Information Management solutions, he has consistently elevated business operations, streamlined reporting functions, and maximized process efficiency.
Certified as an ISO/IEC 27001: Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) Lead Implementer, Data Protection Officer, and Cyber Risks Analyst, Denis brings a heightened focus on data security, privacy, and cyber resilience to every endeavor.
His expertise extends across a diverse spectrum of reporting, database, and web development applications, underpinned by an exceptional grasp of data storage and virtualization technologies. His proficiency in application testing, database administration, and data cleansing ensures seamless execution of complex projects.
What sets Denis apart is his comprehensive understanding of Business and Systems Analysis technologies, honed through involvement in all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). From meticulous requirements gathering to precise analysis, innovative design, rigorous development, thorough testing, and successful implementation, he has consistently delivered exceptional results.
Throughout his career, he has taken on multifaceted roles, from leading technical project management teams to owning solutions that drive operational excellence. His conscientious and proactive approach is unwavering, whether he is working independently or collaboratively within a team. His ability to connect with colleagues on a personal level underscores his commitment to fostering a harmonious and productive workplace environment.
Date: May 29, 2024
Tags: Information Security, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, Artificial Intelligence, GDPR
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Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering.pptxDenish Jangid
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering
Syllabus
Chapter-1
Introduction to objective, scope and outcome the subject
Chapter 2
Introduction: Scope and Specialization of Civil Engineering, Role of civil Engineer in Society, Impact of infrastructural development on economy of country.
Chapter 3
Surveying: Object Principles & Types of Surveying; Site Plans, Plans & Maps; Scales & Unit of different Measurements.
Linear Measurements: Instruments used. Linear Measurement by Tape, Ranging out Survey Lines and overcoming Obstructions; Measurements on sloping ground; Tape corrections, conventional symbols. Angular Measurements: Instruments used; Introduction to Compass Surveying, Bearings and Longitude & Latitude of a Line, Introduction to total station.
Levelling: Instrument used Object of levelling, Methods of levelling in brief, and Contour maps.
Chapter 4
Buildings: Selection of site for Buildings, Layout of Building Plan, Types of buildings, Plinth area, carpet area, floor space index, Introduction to building byelaws, concept of sun light & ventilation. Components of Buildings & their functions, Basic concept of R.C.C., Introduction to types of foundation
Chapter 5
Transportation: Introduction to Transportation Engineering; Traffic and Road Safety: Types and Characteristics of Various Modes of Transportation; Various Road Traffic Signs, Causes of Accidents and Road Safety Measures.
Chapter 6
Environmental Engineering: Environmental Pollution, Environmental Acts and Regulations, Functional Concepts of Ecology, Basics of Species, Biodiversity, Ecosystem, Hydrological Cycle; Chemical Cycles: Carbon, Nitrogen & Phosphorus; Energy Flow in Ecosystems.
Water Pollution: Water Quality standards, Introduction to Treatment & Disposal of Waste Water. Reuse and Saving of Water, Rain Water Harvesting. Solid Waste Management: Classification of Solid Waste, Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Solid. Recycling of Solid Waste: Energy Recovery, Sanitary Landfill, On-Site Sanitation. Air & Noise Pollution: Primary and Secondary air pollutants, Harmful effects of Air Pollution, Control of Air Pollution. . Noise Pollution Harmful Effects of noise pollution, control of noise pollution, Global warming & Climate Change, Ozone depletion, Greenhouse effect
Text Books:
1. Palancharmy, Basic Civil Engineering, McGraw Hill publishers.
2. Satheesh Gopi, Basic Civil Engineering, Pearson Publishers.
3. Ketki Rangwala Dalal, Essentials of Civil Engineering, Charotar Publishing House.
4. BCP, Surveying volume 1
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- Understand the goals and objectives of the Edukasyong Pantahanan at Pangkabuhayan (EPP) curriculum, recognizing its importance in fostering practical life skills and values among students. Students will also be able to identify the key components and subjects covered, such as agriculture, home economics, industrial arts, and information and communication technology.
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-Define entrepreneurship, distinguishing it from general business activities by emphasizing its focus on innovation, risk-taking, and value creation. Students will describe the characteristics and traits of successful entrepreneurs, including their roles and responsibilities, and discuss the broader economic and social impacts of entrepreneurial activities on both local and global scales.
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Ways to Improve Brain Functions for Personal
Development
• 1. Exercise- benefits brain health and cognition, improves your
memory, and even protects your brain from degeneration.
Aerobic exercise is good for the brain. Activities that keep your
blood pumping are good for your heart and great for your brain.
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• Meditate- taking 10-15 minutes of
meditation a day could help to
extend your cognitive longevity.
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• Sleep – getting enough sleep at night for 7 to 9
hours is enough to consolidate memory
learning. This is important in resetting the
brain, allow it to heal and restore.
• Food Intake- just as the body needs fuel, so
does the brain. Eat a brainboosting diet such as
food rich in omega-3, antioxidants, amino
acids, and vitamin E. Eat more vegetables, limit
calorie, and saturated fat intake. Drink green
tea and wine or grape juice in moderation.
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• Sunlight- 15 to 30 minutes of
morning sunlight and exercise can
sometimes go hand in hand
however, getting too little sunlight is
not healthy for your brain. Higher
levels of vitamin D in your system
allow you to perform better and
slow down the aging of your brain.
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• Good Relationship- make time for
friends. Building a strong support
system around you will enable you
to stay healthy mentally and
psychologically over the long term.
This is called the ultimate brain
booster.
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• Do not smoke- smoking can cause
brain disorder called dementia.
Those people who smoked more
than two packs of cigarettes a day
had twice the rate of dementia
when they were older.
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FACTS ABOUT SMOKING
• Each day, about 1600 youth try their first cigarette
• Many adult cigarette smokers want to quit smoking.
• Nicotine reaches the brain about 10-20 seconds after smoke
is inhaled.
• Smoking increases your risk of getting lung disease like
pneumonia.
9. • Smoking takes about 10 years
off normal life expectancy.
• Smoking affects fertility –
Smoking can reduce the
chances of having a baby later
in life.
• It gives you bad breath
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Be creative – engaging in activities that will boost one’s
creativity like arts and crafts, writing poem,
choreograph a dance performance and the like are
good for enhancing brain functions.
Classical music- listening to calm music can improve
brain functions.
Drink coffee- drinking coffee in moderation increases
your brain performance and speed and will even boost
your intelligence, including your reaction time and
reasoning.
11.
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After learning some tips that could
help you empower your brain, it is
also important to know tips on how to
improve your mental focus to achieve
your goal. Here are some useful tips
that you may consider:
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How to Improve your mental focus?
1. Assessment- begin by assessing just how
strong your mental focus is at the present
moment before you start working.
2. Eliminate distractions- request to be left
alone and set aside a specific time and place,
and seek out a calm or quiet place where you
can work undisturbed. The library, a private
room in your house, or even a quiet coffee
shop might all be good spots to try.
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3. Limit focus- part of improving your mental focus is all
about making the most of the resources you have available.
Stop multitasking and instead give your full attention to one
thing at a time.
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4. Live in the moment- it is hard to stay mentally focused
when you are ruminating about the past, worrying about the
future, or tuned out of the present moment for some other
reason. It may take some time but work on learning to truly
live in the moment. You cannot change the past and the future
has not happened yet, but what you do today can help you
avoid repeating past mistakes and pave a path for a more
successful future.
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5. Practice mindfulness- practicing mindfulness can
involve learning how to meditate, but it can also be as
simple as trying a quick and easy deep breathing
exercise.
6. Take a short break- shift your attention to
something unrelated to the task at hand, even if it is
only for a few moments. These short moments might
mean that you are able to keep your mental focus
sharp and your performance high when you really
need it.
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7. Build your mental focus- tidy up your workplace and clear it
of distractions like internet browsing and videogames,
meditation, yoga exercise can help in building mental focus. It
requires plenty of time and practice to strengthen
concentration skills. By building mental focus, you will find that
you can accomplish more and concentrate on the things in life
that truly bring you success, joy, and satisfaction.
8. Brainstorm- a mind map is an easy way to brainstorm
thoughts organically without worrying about order and
structure. It allows you to visually represent the structure of
your ideas to help with analysis and recall.
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“The brain is a muscle, it needs exercise
and training.”
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Mind Mapping is an effective way of getting
information when developing plans to enhance
your brain functions.
• All Mind Maps have some things in common.
They have a natural structure starting from the
center of the map.
• The use of lines, symbols, words, color and
images are highly recommended. Mind mapping
makes information into a colorful, memorable
and highly organized diagram that works in line
with your brain natural way of doing things.
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• Why Do You Need a Plan?
• The reason you need a personal development plan is that
making a good plan will help you to make better
decisions and remind yourself where you want to go
especially in enhancing one’s brain. Good preparation
and early identification of goals increases the probability
of success.
25. • A personal development plan is a framework that is required
for senior high school students to work out with to track
one’s self-improvement. It is something that makes you do
before the end of the day. Having a developmental plan helps
you direct your path towards becoming a holistic adolescent.
A personal development plan is your guideline for your life
and your future success.
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Characteristics of a good plan
1. Plan provides focus;
2. Let you map out a path towards your version of success;
3. Allows you to make better decisions;
4. Never permits you from taking backwards steps.
5. Strategies should be on track when things go wrong.
27. Writing a Personal Development Plan
• These are five steps in writing a Personal Development Plan:
1. Be prepared with your goals.
• 2. Remember to recognize your skills, traits and strengths.
• 3. Appreciate the suggestions of your mentors to reach that
certain goal.
• 4. Improve your plan. If possible, include all factors affecting
such plan.
• 5. Need to apply more strategies and recommendations in
mind mapping to make the map easy.
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How to Draw a Mind Map?
• Mind Maps were popularized by author and consultant, Tony
Buzan.
• They use a two-dimensional structure, instead of the list
format conventionally used to take notes. This makes
information easier to remember, as it's held in a format that
our minds find easy to recall and quick to review.
29. • Also known as brain mapping, this process allows you to
visualize inside the brain and identify very clearly the
irregular brainwaves that cause neurological issues. From
that brain map, a report is generated for each patient
that shows the areas of dysfunction and the protocols
recommended to address them.
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30. Steps in creating mind map
• Step 1. Main topic
• Write the title of the subject or project that you're exploring
• Step 2. Sub-topics: Draw lines out from this circle as you think of
subheadings of the topic or important facts or tasks that relate to
your subject. Label these lines with your subheadings.
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• Step 3. Elements. Dive deeper into the subject to
uncover the next level of information related sub-topics,
tasks or facts, for example). Then, link these to the
relevant subheadings.
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Some more strategies and recommendations used in brain
mapping:
● Use colors, drawings and symbols copiously. Be as visual
as you can, and your brain will thank you. I’ve met many
people who don’t even try, with the excuse they’re "not
artists". Don’t let that keep you from trying it out!
● Keep the topics labels as short as possible, keeping them
to a single word – or, better yet, to only a picture. Especially
in your first mind maps, the temptation to write a complete
phrase is enormous, but always look for opportunities to
shorten it to a single word or figure – your mind map will
be much more effective that way.
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• Vary text size, color and alignment. Vary the thickness
and length of the lines. Provide as many visual cues as
you can to emphasize important points. Every little bit
like changing the text font, size, color and alignment
helps engaging one’s brain.
34. • Mind Maps are useful for:
• Brainstorming – individually and as a group
• Summarizing information
• Taking notes.
• Consolidating information from different sources.
• Thinking through complex problems.
• Presenting information clearly.
• Studying and memorizing information.
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You are about to discover the different emotions and your
emotional intelligence. Answer the questions with YES or NO
based on your experience in dealing yourself and others.
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• Emotion is a subjective state of mind triggered
by a certain stimuli or events which occur in the
environment. It is a reaction to a certain event
that happens.
• Collins’s dictionary defined emotion as a feeling
such as happiness, love, fear, anger, or hatred,
which can be caused by the situation that you
are in or the people you are with.
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Look at the pictures closely. What emotions was being
shown in each picture. Refer to the word box for the
answer. The definition was provided for you as a clue.
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The expected responses in activity 1 are:
1) surprise-feeling of mild astonishment or shock caused
by something unexpected;
2) sadness-the feeling of being unhappy characterized by
grief, despair, and disappointment;
3) happiness- a state of well-being and contentment;
4) anger- a strong feeling of being upset or annoyed
because of something wrong or bad;
5) disgust-a feeling of horrified disapproval of something.
Give yourself five claps if you got all the correct answers.
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Let’s discover the intensity of your emotions on the following
situation. Choose the term that describes what you feel
when:
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The Universal Emotions
Charles Darwin’s book The Expression of Emotions
in Man and Animals (1872) suggested seven
universal emotions associated with facial
expressions. These emotions are, surprise, sadness,
disgust, happiness, fright, anger, and contempt.
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• Emotions are connected to our brain and comes
with facial expression used to communicate the
emotion.
• Surprise, sadness, disgust, happiness, fright,
anger, and contempt are called universal
emotions as they are common regardless of
culture, age, race, language, and religion.
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Basic Types of Emotions
1. Joy- the emotion evoked by well-being, success, and good
fortune or by the prospect of possessing what one desires.
2. Sadness- this emotion is affected with or expressive of grief or
unhappiness. It is characterized by feelings of disappointment,
hopelessness, disinterest, and dampened mood.
3. Anger- it is a strong feeling of displeasure and antagonism.
4. Fear- this is an unpleasant, often strong emotion caused by
anticipation or awareness of danger.
Here are the Basic Types of Emotion as defined in Merriam-
Webster Dictionary and Dictionary.com
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5. Trust-this emotion reflects firm belief in their liability,
truth, ability, or strength of someone or something
6. Disgust-it is a feeling of revulsion or strong disapproval
aroused by something unpleasant or offensive.
7. Surprise- the feeling caused by something unexpected
or unusual.
8. Anticipation- the act of looking forward; expectation or
hope.
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There are 8 basic types of emotions according to
Psychologist Robert Plutchik, which was grouped into four
pairs of opposites such as:
joy-sadness,
anger-fear,
trust-disgust,
surprise-anticipation.
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• Plutchik also authored the "wheel of emotions" which
was illustrated like the color wheel.
• According to Plutchik, emotions can be combined to
form different feelings.
• For Plutchik, basic emotions act like building blocks
while the complex or mixed emotions are blend of the
basic ones.
• For instance, a combination of joy and trust creates love,
contempt is a blend of anger and disgust.
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• Your reaction on a situation might be different
from others. Something funny to you might be
frightful or disgusting to others.
• For instance, you might laugh when somebody
farted in front of you, while others might feel
disgusted and walk away. The worst is, some
might yell and slap the person which shows
anger.
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Intensity of Emotions
Emotional intensity refers to variations in the
magnitude of emotional responses, an extreme
degree of feeling. Therefore, the intensity of
emotion identifies the action an individual will
have. Intensity ranges from mild, moderate to
strong.
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There are instances when too strong emotion
compels a person do something beyond the
normal.
A good example is when you unexpectedly receive
a gift on your birthday, you might feel thrilled,
others might feel happy, some might feel glad. Is
there any difference with the terms? Yes, the
intensity of the emotions.
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• Strong emotions should be dealt with caution as it may lead
to action that a person might regret.
• For example, after feeling ecstasy for winning on the lottery,
an overjoyed person might suffer heart attack.
• Moreover, a feeling of terror when somebody is trying to
abuse you might end up making you quiet and not speaking
or asking help to adult seven after being molested several
times. It is getting common to hear news of a man or a
woman committing suicide due to too much grief of losing a
partner, girlfriend or a boyfriend.
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• The limbic system controls emotion, memories and
arousal.
• The almond- shaped section of nervous tissue called
amygdala is the center of emotional processing. It is
responsible for the perception of emotions such as anger,
fear, and sadness, as well as the controlling of aggression.
It stores value judgments we make and memories of
behaviors that produce positive and negative
experiences.
65. • The term Emotional Intelligence (EI) was created by two
researchers – Peter Salovey and John Mayer but was
popularized by Daniel Goleman in his 1995 book
Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ.
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There are five essential elements of emotional
intelligence.
• Self-awareness - knowing what one is feeling at any given time and
understanding the impact those moods have on others.
• Self-regulation - controlling or redirecting one’s emotions; anticipating
consequences before acting on impulse.
• Motivation - utilizing emotional factors to achieve goals, enjoy the
learning process and persevere in the face of obstacles.
• Empathy - sensing the emotions of others.
• Social skills - managing relationships, inspiring others and inducing
desired responses from them.