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On National Train Your Brain Day, challenge yourself to learn something new and give your brain a workout - you'll be amazed at the results!
Mark your calendars for October 13th to celebrate National Train Your Brain Day! This special day was created to raise awareness about the importance of giving your brain a good workout. It's an opportunity to focus on keeping your mind sharp, learning new things and challenging yourself. Whether you're a student studying for exams or an adult looking to stay mentally agile, this is the perfect time to start training your brain. Get ready to stretch those mental muscles and have some fun!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1885</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Brain Training Pioneers</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the late 19th century, pioneers like William James and Hermann Ebbinghaus established the foundational theories of learning and memory.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cognitive Revolution</div><div class='timeline-text'>The cognitive revolution in psychology shifted focus to mental processes, such as memory, perception, and problem-solving - the basics of brain training.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1996</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Brain Plasticity Discovery</div><div class='timeline-text'>Neuroscience research confirmed that the brain continues to form new neural connections throughout life, a process known as brain plasticity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Lumosity Launch</div><div class='timeline-text'>Lumosity, a brain training app, was launched by Lumos Labs. It utilised games to improve cognitive abilities in a fun and engaging way.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Train Your Brain Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first National Train Your Brain Day was celebrated, promoting brain health and the benefits of learning new skills.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Advancements in Technology</div><div class='timeline-text'>Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technologies were utilised for brain training purposes, providing immersive educational experiences.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Read a book</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Grab a book and get lost in another world. Whether it's a classic or the newest bestseller, you'll be able to exercise your brain with some good old fashioned reading.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Play a game</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Break out the game night favorites like Scrabble and Monopoly to challenge yourself and your family. There are also lots of apps for your phone to give your brain a good workout.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a museum</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a trip to your local museum and learn something new. Museums have exhibits that will engage your brain in different ways and get you thinking.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Do a puzzle</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Grab a jigsaw puzzle or crossword and start putting the pieces together. Puzzles are great for exercising your brain as you search for the right answers.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a course</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Sign up for an online course on something you've always wanted to learn more about. You'll be able to challenge yourself and learn something new at the same time.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Train Your Brain Day encourages mental exercise</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One of the most important ways to maintain good mental health is by exercising your brain regularly. Challenging yourself with puzzles, crosswords, trivia and other activities helps keep your mind sharp and allows you to learn new things every day. On National Train Your Brain Day, you are encouraged to engage in exercises and activities that promote cognitive growth - something we could all use right now!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes connection & collaboration</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>What’s better than working on puzzles alone? Working on them together! Gather your friends and family for a game night on National Train Your Brain Day and work together on word games, board games and other activities that require collaboration and communication. Not only will it help flex your memory muscles but it’s also a great excuse to spend time with the people you love!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It reduces stress & anxiety</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>On top of the physical benefits such as improved cognitive function, there is a lot of research to suggest that engaging in mentally stimulating activities can have a calming effect on the mind. So make sure to take a break from your stressful day and enjoy some brain training – it might just be the key to reducing your stress levels!</p></div></div>
National Train Your Brain Day is celebrated on October 13 every year. In 2024 National Train Your Brain Day will occur on a Sunday.
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