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The Brain You Build is the Life You Live
Your brain is not a robot; it is a wondrous garden.
Neuroplasticity: a continuous process — the often-overlooked superpower of the modern human.
Do you remember what our elders used to say? That the brain stops developing after a certain age? Fortunately, this belief is false — and that gives us a vast ocean of hope, especially when facing certain conditions. Therefore, I want to affirm that, with sustained effort, even the most pessimistic diagnosis can be improved — of course, within the limits of reality.
Contrary to outdated ideas, modern science confirms that brain remodeling can be stimulated at any age. I’d like to begin with a hopeful truth that brings joy. Research conducted by Dr. Sara Lazar at Harvard Medical School shows that mindfulness meditation thickens the prefrontal cortex. This region of the brain is essential for emotional regulation and executive functions, and the structural changes suggest a strengthening of our ability to handle stress and maintain mental health.
One idea that changes absolutely everything.
Did you know that your brain rewrites itself every moment? That every second, it changes with the intent to adapt? So, for those of us who want to invest in the comfort of our lives…
