Mindset Tools for Parents and Children

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We are all affected by stress and, with Covid over the past 2 and a half years, everyone’s baseline stress levels have increased.   Parents were working from home, and having to juggle work and overseeing their children doing school from home. Children and youth were impacted significantly by school closures, adapting to on-line learning, not … Read more

Neuroplasticity: Our Ever Changing Brain

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I talk with clients all the time about neuroplasticity and realized that I haven’t explicitly written about it in my newsletters. So, this month is devoted to this constantly evolving concept and field. What is Neuroplasticity? Pedro Mateos-Aparicio and Rodriguez-Marino define Neuroplasticity as “the ability of neural networks in the brain to change through growth and reorganization. It is … Read more

Brain Hacks: Keeping the Brain Sharp as We Age

As I continue life’s journey through my 60’s, I’m more aware of the value of having practices that keep my brain functioning at it’s best.  Of course, one of my tools is doing regular NeurOptimal® tune-up sessions as one practice to keep my nervous system in balance and optimize my brain function.  There are lots … Read more