The mind-body connection philosophers have described for centuries is now firmly supported by scientific research. Happiness, health, and even longevity result from what we think about, our inclinations toward positive or negative attitudes, and our mental exercises and fitness.
Mind and Body Connection
"As a man thinketh in his heart so is he" is more than the first chapter lead sentence of James Allen's famous book of the early 1900s; it's also a concise summary of the mind-body connection.
The following articles summarize current science-based knowledge of the mind, its interaction with the body, and the importance of regular physical and mental exercise:
Memory Improvement through Mental and Mind Exercise
Exercise your mind as well as your body. Mind exercises can help you retain and improve your mental capacity, possibly delaying or preventing dementia.
Mind Puzzles and Mental Exercises May Prevent Dementia
A review of five books of mental exercises and mind puzzles from Sterling Publishing. All are good values and offer a range of easy through challenging mental gymnastics.
Pain Management and Reduction
Stanford University research says to reduce pain focus attention elsewhere, perceive the pain as weak, and see soothing images. Research subjects have learned to control pain by applying mental pain interventions while viewing a computer image as feedback of the pain.
Alzheimer Disease Warning Signs From Consumer Reports on Health
Simple memory lapses are normal, though forgetting one's keys can raise the specter of dementia and Alzheimer's Disease. Thankfully, most memory lapses are normal.
Four Mental Exercises Sharpen Your Holiday While You Grow
Four mental exercises you can use this holiday season to combine celebration with personal growth.
Time Magazine Explores Mind Body Connection
Time's special issue feature explores what we know and don't yet know about mind, brain, body, and consciousness. How does this affect personal development?
Time Magazine Explores Research in the Mind-Body Connection
This continues a review of Time's special issue feature which explores what we know and don't yet know about mind, brain, body, and consciousness.
Tips for a Healthy Mind From Consumer Reports on Health
Many people believe that dementia is unavoidable in old age. Research indicates there are simple lifestyle changes that can prevent intellectual degradation.
Thinking training through mental exercise improves memory, reasoning, and mental speed. A study of 2800 seniors found that those undertaking mental exercise training reported significantly less difficulty with the activities of daily living.
Sharpen your mind and exercise your brain each day by working an online crossword or Sudoku puzzle. Puzzles are great for mental stimulation and exercising your mind. Mind and mental exercises help to keep your brain young.
Sharpen your mind and exercise your brain with these word-phrase mind puzzles. Mind and mental exercises such as this mind teaser help to keep your brain young.
Mental exercise sharpens memory and delays the onset of age related mental disorders. Jigsaw puzzles are fun, challenge your mind, and keep you mentally alert.
Jerry Lopper - IPPA member, business and engineering degrees. Jerry's passion for personal development shows in 5 books, hundreds of articles & ...
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