Howdy, and welcome to this week’s Further!
I’ve got some good stuff for you, including:
- How to stay mentally sharp as you age
- What’s even better than coffee for your health
- Why people with the money to retire don’t
- How to better manage your anger
- Are you sure what you know is true?
That plus five more scintillating resources for becoming your best you. Enjoy!
Keep going-
Brian Clark
Further
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Mentally Fit
Scientists have observed that more aerobically fit individuals have better memories. So, researchers used magnetic resonance elastography (MRE), which measures the elasticity of organs, and found what they think makes the difference.
Firmer, Fitter Frame Linked to Firmer, Fitter Brain
Fast Food
There are a lot of interesting benefits to intermittent fasting, including possible longevity effects. And if you’re looking to lose weight, it’s a great way to control your calorie intake.
The Beginner’s Guide to Intermittent Fasting – 2017 Update
Tea Totally
We know that drinking coffee is good for you. Turns out, drinking tea is even better for you. To play it safe, I drink both.
Why You Might Want to Reach for Tea Instead of Coffee Tomorrow Morning
Next Up
There’s a reason that I also use the phrase “Keep Going” over at Unemployable, which is aimed at freelancers and entrepreneurs. It’s because you do the next thing not (just) for money, but because you love it.
What Successful People Don’t Tell You
Go Pro
Powerful piece on moving away from an amateur mindset to attain success. But don’t let this stop you from trying new things. We’re all amateurs to begin with, and doing something just for the love of it is what amateur means.
The Difference Between Amateurs and Professionals
Mind on My Money
You know your finances could use some serious TLC, but you’ve been putting it off … and off … and off. Here are a few simple steps you can take today to get your finances under control and start working toward a healthier financial future.
10 Simple Money Moves You Should Make This Week
Slack Chat
Putting more team members on a project might not necessarily lead to greater productivity. It’s called the “free rider’ problem.
Let Science Explain Why Your Coworkers Are Slackers
Brain Bogus
Neuromyths are common misconceptions about how the mind and brain function. Once these myths take hold in the public consciousness, it’s often difficult for people to separate brain facts from brain fiction.
Debunking Neuromyths: Eight Common Brain Myths Set Straight
Hulk Smash!
Anger can be used positively, but mostly it’s a dangerous emotion that damages our well-being when not dealt with appropriately. I got a lot out of the concept of “reappraisal” from this article.
3 Ways to Get Rid of Anger, According to Neuroscience
Knowledge Problem
I enjoy these kind of thought experiments, especially when they challenge what we take as common sense. If you hate that sort of thing, you definitely don’t want to know about this.
This Simple Philosophical Puzzle Shows How Difficult It Is to Know Something
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