Have you every thought of practicing to be a genius at anything? Several gurus in intelligence, claim that endurance and hard work get higher grades than raw intelligence scores from IQ tests. Do you agree? Einstein claimed he was no more intelligent than others – but he stayed with problems longer. You?
Ericsson calls this the [...]
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Questions to Leap Over Life’s Ruts
Most people hope at some time or another to move from where they stand at that moment, into a better place for their future. Especially if following predictable schedules is holding back personal progress.
Yet have you noticed that strong traditions rarely yield to finer approaches in many workplaces, even when rejuvenated practices prove superior? Or [...]
Target Working Memory to Learn New Skills
To learn new skills, move past distractions, or take risks, research shows that it pays to draw on more working memory. Ready to propel your life and leadership to new heights? Then it’s time to tap into the wonder of working memory. How so?
This unique mental capability not only increase focus, it also offers you the brief facts you need most at [...]
Override Your Brain’s Default for Ruts
If you find yourself protecting your turf or stuck in a rut with boring routines, you’ve likely defaulted to your basal ganglia. No need to stay there, once you see how your brain can create neuron pathways beyond these potholes. Probably you’ve observed how static lives come from dull daily routines where people settle into the cortisol that comes with status quo, and no longer seek [...]
