Brain Fitness - Much More Than Crossword Puzzles And Blueberries
By Mel Dumas on 11 November 2013
With the growing occurrence of degenerative brain conditions in modern society, such as Alzheimer’s and dementia, comes an increased awareness and interest from people of all ages, in the preventative tools available to help slow the ageing process and improve general brain health and …
Scratch Your Own Itch
By Mel Dumas on 18 July 2013
For anyone who ha ever dreamed of starting their own business, or had the next big idea but never knew where to begin; with the help of the inspirational book 'Re-Work', we explore the changing environment for start-ups, our impressive minds and the simple need to just start.
Welcome To Our New Website
By Silvia Damiano on 9 June 2013
This month we are launching the About my Brain Institute, and we would like to take this opportunity to share with you some of the work that is underway. Having been on this journey since 2009, we have seen significant growth in people’s interest towards learning more about their brai …
The Neuroscience Of Regret
By The About my Brain Institute on 27 May 2013
How our brains learn to let go of regret as we age - and why some people don’t. We often associate regret with old age – the tragic image of an elderly person feeling regretful over opportunities forever missed.
Respect Gender Differences As You Would Cultural Differences
By The About my Brain Institute on 12 May 2013
Our Founder Silvia Damiano is interviewed by HR Daily and says "Most employers recognise the need to be aware of cultural idiosyncrasies when doing business in other countries; but when it comes to doing business with men and women, important differences are all too often overlooked."
Innovation Is Just A Habit
By Nils Vesk on 2 May 2013
Most of us operate habitually day to day. In our organisations we follow processes, have little rituals and habits about what we think, and what we do. Not all our habits are great, many are good (they help us get where we are) and others are not so good (they stop us from growing and …
How Did The Croods Deal With Change?
By Silvia Damiano on 2 April 2013
Can we learn how to deal with change from the recently released movie The Croods? I definitely think we can. This is a great film with a powerful message for any audience (particularly those who are still in touch with their inner child).
Living With Epilepsy
By The About my Brain Institute on 15 March 2013
Hello, I am a 40 year old woman who was diagnosed with epilepsy from the age of 21.
What Is Epigenetics And Why Should I Care?
By The About my Brain Institute on 1 March 2013
Really, what is epigenetics? And, why should anyone care? Let me ask you this first, have you felt like you have been or someone in your life has been a victim to their genes and DNA? Have you or someone you know had heart disease, cancer, diabetes or any other inherited disease and t …
The Pull Back Factor
By Tao de Haas on 5 February 2013
What makes some people act and be successful when others don’t? This is one of the most fundamental questions. Why do some people succeed and others who also want to be successful don’t?
When We Are Shy
By Silvia Damiano on 20 January 2013
When I was young, I usually tried to hide behind my mum’s skirt while queuing at the supermarket's cashier so people would not engage in conversation with me.
Happy 2013
By The About my Brain Institute on 6 January 2013
An inspiring quote by V.S. Ramachandran.