Our beliefs and expectations create a filter through which we perceive everything in our lives — especially our own strengths and abilities. Our brain then programs our bodies to respond accordingly.
In an experiment to test whether we’re able to change our self image, participants aged between 61 and 99 were invited to play a computer game. During the game, positive age-related words — such as wise, astute, insightful, knowledgable, experienced — were flashed very quickly across the screen. It was too fast for people to read what they saw but their brain was able to register the words nonetheless. After four sessions, the participants’ physical wellbeing, mobility, and perceptions of ageing all significantly improved — more so than a comparable group of people who’d been attending a six month exercise program without any attempts to change their attitude.
How can we apply these fascinating findings to our own lives?
Could some of your beliefs be standing in the way of your optimal health and wellbeing?
If so, what can we do to break through our limitations?
Join me for an hour tonight (5pm Queensland time and 6pm Sydney/Melbourne time) to explore the latest discoveries in neuroplasticity and how we can shift our thinking to achieve more than we ever thought possible.
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