Jj is for Jottings 148. Other Effects of Noise.
Most of us know about the effects of noise on our hearing, discussed in the previous post. Spending much time in noisy environments can cause long-term damage to your hearing. Examples are working in a noisy factory or living near an airport. Exposure to loud music has the same effect (and you usually have more control over that one).
“Protect your brain from the other effects of noise, Jagar.”
Jj is for Jottings 138. Brain Gym.
Brain gym is a series of movements which claim to enhance whole-brain learning. An alternative term is “educational kinesiology”. The word “education” comes from the Latin educare, which means “to draw out”. “Kinesiology” is from the Greek root kinesis, which means “motion” and is the study of the movement of the human body. Continue reading
Jj is for Jottings 123. Neuroplasticity and Power.
The topic of neuroplasticity and power is related to this article which defines neuroplasticity and this article on neuroplasticity and complaining. Every experience we have and every thought we think affects the way our brain develops and changes. In turn, this affects our physiology and psychology. The interplay between neuroplasticity and power has consequences in all aspects of life, from the playground bully to leaders in business and beyond.
Neuroplasticity and Power. Shanti says, “I have such power over this paper. Does neuroplasticity mean I will turn into a lion?”
Jj is for Jottings 113. Neuroplasticity and Complaining.
Following on from the previous article on neuroplasticity, we will now be more specific – how complaining rewires the brain for negativity. Research shows that most people complain once a minute during a typical conversation. Although complaining might feel good, but just like smoking or eating a whole box of chocolates in one sitting, it doesn’t do you any good. Continue reading
Jj is for Jottings 112. What is Neuroplasticity?
Just what is neuroplasticity? It is the term which describes a sequence of processes that take place in your brain in response to incoming stimuli. In other words, your emotions, behaviours, experiences and thoughts physically change the way your brain functions.
“What is neuroplasticity? I think it is – if I keep practising balancing, I’ll get better at it.”
Jj is for Jottings 110. Personality Type in Addition to Intelligence.
Intelligence isn’t the only factor when considering how people operate. We need to consider personality type in addition to intelligence.
In the previous post, we discussed the 8 types of intelligence, which is a broader view of intelligence than is tested by conventional IQ tests. This helps us to see ourselves, our children and other people in a more understanding light. If you are strong in one particular area, it can be difficult to understand why others don’t “get” what is obvious to you. But knowing that there several types of intelligence allows us to be more accepting of differences between people. And the person who doesn’t cotton on to this apparently obvious thing? They may be thinking the same thing about us in a different area of intelligence. Quite humbling, really. Continue reading
From the colour I thought it was Geisha on the shearing table (she’s medium fawn), but when I saw her face on the next frame it turned out to be Nina – white! I should add that the alpacas are not suffering whilst on the shearing table – not keen, but not suffering, and the result feels so wonderful – no more itchy grass seeds against their skin, and ….freedom! Looking at her this way makes me want to tickle her tummy.
Jj is for Jottings 41. Cutting Out Visual Props.
Enlarging upon the comment on Jottings 40 made by Ann on Facebook, who said she finds another great listening activity is to read a story to children without pictures – spot on! When you ask them questions about the story afterwards, you will really begin to find out their ability to listen and to Continue reading
