In order for the brain to work well, it must be constantly trained, that is, to conduct active mental and physical activity. This contributes to the restoration and growth of cells of the nervous system (neurons), an increase in the number of relationships between them. Following certain rules will help any person to think better and become smarter.
Instruction manual
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Learn foreign languages. Learning foreign languages significantly contributes to the development of intelligence. Sign up for courses or start studying independently according to textbooks. Also in the studied foreign language you can watch movies (preferably without subtitles), TV shows or news, listen to audio books, read scientific and fiction (books, newspapers, magazines). Try to diversify the approach to learning, provide yourself with several sources of information.
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Read. Try to devote more time to reading literature. It is desirable that it be scientific. Visit the bookstore often for new books. Learn to read meaningfully. After reading something, try to retell the main point. Make notes, marginal comments, write out interesting information. Remember that reading is the main way to get new information and the more actively you read, the more knowledge you get.
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Learn new things. Think about what you always wanted to do and start doing it. Learn new skills, actions, skills, for example, playing the guitar or piano. Go where you haven’t been yet. Try to look at everything from a different perspective. Explore other people's points of view on issues that interest you. Try to provide the brain with an influx of fresh knowledge.
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Continue self-education. Continuing studies (for example, getting a second education or graduate school) will be a good help for self-development. You can study on your own, listen to courses on the Internet, study with textbooks, read encyclopedias.
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Travel Traveling helps to get new impressions and, thereby, recharge with positive emotions, which are also important for the brain. It is not necessary to go on a trip around the world right away. Start by exploring the area, go camping, or take an excursion. Devote more time to walking.
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Chat. Try to communicate more with loved ones, friends, colleagues at work. Join the discussion club. Take part in meetings, conferences. Visit exhibitions, expositions, galleries, museums, etc. Discuss the latest news in your city or world. Maintain good relations with neighbors and acquaintances.
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Bring variety. Try not to walk on beaten paths with everyone, but think and do it your own way. Give up habits (automatic actions). Start using your other hand more actively. Develop erudition and broaden your horizons, learn new smells, start walking in new ways (for example, to work), change the arrangement of furniture at home. In a word, change the environment, provide unfamiliar conditions for the brain and make it think.
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Exercise. Be sure to stimulate brain development with physical exercise. The results of many foreign studies show that people who go to the gym, in addition to the library, have better intellectual indicators, learn new information faster, and master new skills well. Short but intense physical training will help you keep your brain vessels in good shape and provide an influx of oxygen and nutrients.
Useful advice
Use the Internet to find out how other people develop their minds.