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Mindfulness: An Important Tool for Boosting Brain Health
engAGE Your Brain By LeAnne Stuver, M.Ed., BSN, & Dr. Krystal L. Culler, DBH, MA Most of us are very interested in getting the most bang for our buck. There are many self-help strategies and products advertised in the media that are often expensive and don’t necessarily have a proven benefit.
Tiny Habits for Big Brain Health Gains: The Neuroscience of Small Changes
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Tiny Habits for Big Brain Health Gains: The Neuroscience of Small Changes
engAGE Your Brain By Dr. Krystal Culler, DBH, M.A. This blog explores the concept of tiny habits and their significant impact on brain health, backed by neuroscience. It defines tiny habits, explains the neuroscience of habit formation, and provides practical examples of small changes that can enhance brain health. By understanding the science behind these small changes, readers can be motivated to incorporate tiny habits into their daily routines for lasting improvements in brain health.
Your Brain on Gifting: The Present of Presence
engAGE Your Brain By Dr. Krystal Culler, DBH, M.A. ‘Tis the Season The season of gifting is upon us. For most, our gift-giving behavior is at its peak from the end of November through December. While the packages from Black Friday and Cyber Monday may still be making their way to our doorsteps, this blog will explore a simple brain-healthy concept that you can readily gift your loved ones this holiday season: the present of your presence.
Your Brain on Sugar
engAGE Your Brain By Dr. Krystal Culler, DBH, M.A. & Anna K. Hall Background Fall is here and alas, the season of added sugars is upon us. From trick-or-treating on Halloween to Thanksgiving to holiday baking and New Year’s celebrations, it is important to know about the holiday sugar rush and its potential impact on the health of your brain. It’s commonly advised for many Americans to reduce their intake of added sugars.
How Purpose Sparks Better Brain Health
engAGE Your Brain By Dr. Krystal Culler, DBH, M.A. & Anna K. Hall Anna K. Hall is the Chief Purpose Officer and Founder of The Purpose Equation, an evidence-informed framework that has revolutionized how we approach personal and professional growth in the realm of purpose. Introduction Purpose is the North Star guiding our lives, providing direction, meaning and a profound sense of fulfillment. It acts as a powerful motivator, fueling our actions with intention and determination.
Sleep Well, Think Well: The Sleep-Brain Connection
engAGE Your Brain By LeAnne Stuver, M.Ed, BSN and Dr. Krystal Culler, DBH, M.A. We all know that we feel better after a good night’s sleep. We feel more alert, more energized and are able to be more productive. We also know the opposite is true, as well—we have trouble concentrating, have less energy and often struggle to be productive when we have not gotten enough sleep.
The Social Brain: Enhancing Brain Health Through Social Connections -
engAGE Your Brain By LeAnne Stuver, M.Ed, BSN and Dr. Krystal Culler, DBH, M.A. BackgroundWe all became aware of the importance of social connections during the stay-at-home orders in the early days of the pandemic in 2020. We realized how much our lives revolved around social activities, and we quickly learned how the drastic decrease in social interactions affected us and those we loved. Many of us were not aware that the importance of social engagement was not a new health concept.
The Importance of Eating a Brain-Healthy Diet
engAGE Your Brain By LeAnne Stuver, M.Ed, BSN and Dr. Krystal Culler, DBH, M.A. We are constantly thinking about food: What foods should I eat? What foods should I avoid? How will this food affect my heart or cholesterol? Will this food make me gain weight? However, do we think enough about how the food we eat will affect our brain? The food we choose to eat is a lifestyle choice that we get to make for ourselves.
Season Your Brain: How Spices Support Better Brain Health
engAGE Your Brain By Dr. Krystal Culler, DBH, M.A. Background In recent years, spices have gained popularity and the use of spices has increased by 50% over the past decade. The bulk of spices are imported into the United States and the spice trade has been important to our country since colonial times.
Dementia Affecting Youth: Strategies for a Healthier Brain
engAGE Your Brain By Dr. Krystal Culler, DBH, M.A. Types of Dementia The term “dementia” is commonly referred to as a group of symptoms that affect cognitive function, including memory, language, perception, reasoning and behavior. The most common symptoms of dementia may include memory loss, confusion, difficulty with language or communication, mood swings, and changes in behavior or personality.
Human Intelligence and Brain Health – Are They Related? -
engAGE Your Brain By LeAnne Stuver, M.Ed., BSN and Dr. Krystal L. Culler, DBH, MA There are many different definitions of intelligence. A widely accepted general definition includes the ability of the brain to think, learn, understand, reason, perceive relationships and connections, comprehend ideas and concepts, make decisions, and solve problems.
Brain Care is Self-Care
engAGE Your Brain By Dr. Krystal Culler, DBH, M.A. Self-Care As mental wellness month winds down (January), it offers us an important message to carry forward throughout the year regarding our self-care. By definition, “self-care” refers to the active role we contribute to our own happiness and well-being. While the need for self-care is more prominent during times of high stress in our lives, it should be a regular practice to protect our own health.
The One-Word Challenge for 2023
engAGE Your Brain ByDr. Krystal Culler, DBH, M.A. Work Out Your Brain with The Focus-Word Challenge It is the time of the year when many people set goals, intentions and aspirations for the New Year. Last year, we explored ways to make your brain fitness goals S.M.A.R.T.er! (Revisit the blog here.) This year, let’s focus on one word. Yes, one simple word. That’s it. History of Words Words are our basic unit of language in both the written and spoken form.
‘Tis the Season to De-Stress
engAGE Your Brain ByDr. Krystal Culler, DBH, M.A. The hustle and bustle of the high holiday season is here. For many, this is an additional layer of stress to our busy, full lives. In general, reports indicate that over 40% of Americans report an increase in stress (the bad kind) during this time while over half of us feel our stress is the same. Regardless, most of us “feel” the holidays in one way or another. To stress or not to stress? Overall, the high holiday season is a time of good cheer.
Gratitude is Good for Your Brain
engAGE Your Brain By LeAnne Stuver, M.Ed., BSN and Dr. Krystal L. Culler, DBH, MA It is fall and the high holiday season is here. Thanksgiving straightforwardly reminds us to count our blessings along with all the “thankful” decorative signs and “gratitude” messages that surround us in stores, readings, topics of conversation and more. When we share a special meal with family and friends, it is easy to express our gratitude.
Memory Challenge: Remembering Names
engAGE Your Brain By Dr. Krystal Culler, DBH, M.A What do you believe? Prior to diving into this blog, please take a moment to consider the following statements and your belief about your ability to remember names. “I am terrible with names.” -Or- “I have to work to remember someone’s name, but I can do it!” Which statement resonates with you? Take a brief moment to reflect. Do you have trouble remembering names?
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