New Year’s Day gets all the glory, but there are other special occasions this month worth celebrating … and they may expand and strengthen your mind in the process. January is National Brain Teaser Month , an excellent opportunity to challenge our minds through puzzles, games, and other activities that help keep us mentally fit and cognitively clear. Maintaining our mental acuity is extremely important, especially as we age. That’s one of the reasons why we regularly include word searches in our newsletter. Anything that keeps your mind focused, even when you’re taking a break or having fun, is never a bad thing! Aside from testing our thinking as often as possible, we can keep our minds sharp by following some simple habits. Medical experts report that quitting smoking, drinking no more than one alcoholic beverage per day, regularly participating in social activities, and exercising regularly all play a role in preserving our mental abilities. So, when you’re done reading this article, give our word search a try or take a refreshing walk. Your body and mind will thank you! While we’re on the topic of positive thinking, I’d like to add that Jan. 19 is Good Memory Day . It’s a special time set aside for us to remember and celebrate all the extraordinary moments that have brightened our lives and made us the people we are today. If you’re like me, you may not have much time for social media and prefer to preserve your memories the old-fashioned way through print photo albums. Although our phones mainly serve as portable cameras these days, there are still great ways to turn your digital memories into tangible images to enjoy. Bright Tips for Better Brains THE CEREBRAL SPARK
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For example, an online service called Chatbooks creates customized print photo books from submitted digital images. In addition to giving you and yours the ability to hold your memories in a book that’s uniquely yours, these options help you avoid the risk of losing your images if your phone or cloud-based technology somehow fails.
Who knew one of the best ways to tell your stories and share your memories in 2026 would be the same way you probably did it back in 1986 ?
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