Success is something we all strive for but often find difficult to achieve.
One neuroscientist does, however, believe it’s possible to hardwire your brain for success in three simple stages.
Writing for Inc.com, Tej Tadi, who has studied cognitive development and developed technology based on his research for global firms, shared three simple hacks he believes are essential for hardwiring your brain to thrive in life.
Neuroscientist Tej Tadi has shared three simple hacks he believes are essential for hardwiring your brain to thrive
1. Constantly take on new challenges – especially later in life
Tej maintains that it’s never too learn to new things – and you have even more chance of picking things up later in life.
But he says the best way to learn – and hardwire your brain – is by setting yourself goal directed tasks and repeating them to consolidate your memory.
Another way to enhance your cognitive function is by challenging others to take on new projects and share your knowledge with them.
2. Get active
The brain needs endorphins from exercise to grow, claims Tej.
‘Physical activity stimulates the release of growth factors – chemicals that affect the health of brain cells, the growth of new blood vessels, and even the abundance and survival of new brain cells. It changes the brain in ways that protect memory and thinking skills,’ he said.
Stuck for what to do? He says choose a workout regime you love – and be consistent with it.
3. Always listen and self-regulate your emotions
Tej says the most successful people learn to listen and absorb questions first.
He says you should never feel pushed into an immediate response and should self-regulate your emotions before making any decisions.
Try waiting for at least five seconds before answering any question to ensure you have a considered and rational response.
‘It will put you in a better position to make decisions with a rational perspective. If you learn to consider the impact of others’ emotions on their thought processes, you will also become better at convincing or motivating them,’ he said.
Another way to enhance this skill is to have empathy and understanding for others.
‘If you can’t put yourself in another person’s shoes you’ll never be an effective leader,’ he added.