Personal Memories

A strong memory and healthy brain aren't as difficult to maintain as one might think; combining the latest neuroscience research with age-old wisdom about resilience, mindfulness, and stress reduction, Drs. Henry Emmons and David Alter show that vibrant aging is within reach.

It is natural and human to have memory failures now and then, and they tend to happen at increasing rates as we age. While the small things we forget every day are no doubt inconvenient, it is just the beginning. Small forgetful moments lead to bigger ones, and eventually, you find yourself with gaps in your memories of your childhood or unable to recall the faces of people you have lost who you once loved dearly. However, this is preventable.

It's normal for the brain to short-circuit every now and again - people often put their keys in the fridge or can't find the pair of glasses on top of their heads. But what if there was a way to eat, exercise, and live that could eliminate these senior moments? Ageless Brain offers a plan to sharpen listeners' memories and their minds so that at 40, they have the quick, agile brain they had at 30. Based off of recent scientific research, this plan is filled with brain-healthy foods, exercises, and advice about how both play and stress impact your most vital organ.

Can trauma be inherited? It is this question that sets Alex Halberstadt off on a quest to name and acknowledge a legacy of family trauma, and to end a century-old cycle of estrangement. As Halberstadt revisits the sites of his family’s formative traumas, he uncovers a multigenerational transmission of fear, suspicion, melancholy, and rage. And he comes to realize something more: Nations, like people, possess formative traumas that penetrate into the most private recesses of their citizens’ lives.

¡Nunca más olvidarás un nombre o dato! Tampoco olvidarás una cara. Le saludarás a esa persona con su nombre al momento, aunque no le hayas visto en 10 años. (Y sabrás los nombres de su pareja, hijos, edades, posición en su compañía y cumpleaños, si quieres impresionarle.) ¡Conviértete en una "computadora viviente" de un día para otro!

Have you always wanted to have perfect memory? Perfect or picture perfect memory as it’s sometimes called is something that most people dream about. But, actually it’s a skill that with practice any one can learn how to have perfect recall no matter the subject. Imagine studying and being able to recall every note? Or, going to work and being able to remember everything that happened in the last meeting without having to take any notes? How would having a memory like that change your life?

Para ello, parte de una idea provocadora: antes del descubrimiento de la química, la gente creía en la alquimia, una ciencia oscura. ¿Qué pasaría si la inteligencia fuese similar, una ciencia que se puede aprender mecánicamente a la que hemos considerado un talento tan solo porque aún no se ha estructurado? ¿Y si el ingenio no fuera más que un cúmulo de sencillas herramientas?

Are you approaching retirement with excitement and uncertainty? Wondering how to stay engaged and make the most of your newfound freedom? Concerned that finances might hold you back? You’re not alone. Retirement is a major life transition, but it can be the most fulfilling phase yet. With the right approach, you can create a life filled with meaning, adventure, and connection—without overspending. The Affordable Retirement Bucket List is your guide to discovering purpose, exploring new passions, and embracing exciting experiences while staying within your budget.

As an expert on the brain, Restak knows that in the last five years there have been exciting new scientific discoveries about the brain and its performance. So he has asked his colleagues---among them the world's leading brain scientists and researchers---one important question: What can I do to help my brain work more efficiently?

In our rapidly changing and information-driven society, the ability to learn quickly is the single most important skill. Whether you're a student, a professional, or simply pursuing a new hobby, you are forced to grapple with an every-increasing amount of information and knowledge. We've all experienced the frustration of an ever-growing reading list, struggling to learn a new language, or forgetting things you worked so hard to learn.

When we set out to accomplish something big, there’s always a guarantee that challenges will arise. The key is to be resilient regarding those challenges and not let them deter us. Even if you are really close to giving up on your dreams, listen to the part of you, however small and quiet its voice, that wants to keep going.

Internationally best-selling author Umberto Eco is a master stylist whose books, including The Name of the Rose and Baudolino, have been savored by millions around the world. Now, with The Mysterious Flame of Queen Loana, Eco crafts another of the ambitious and breathtaking novels that are his trademark.

Most people think that photographic memory is just something that you are born with, but the truth is, almost anyone can train their brain to have a photographic memory. And by doing this, you will soon be able to remember everything right down to the tiniest detail. People with photographic memories do better at school, in their careers, and their social lives.

As we age, memories can fade, affecting not only recall but also connections with loved ones. Engaging in brain-stimulating activities like reading can slow cognitive decline, as noted by the American Academy of Neurology. This book offers an enjoyable way to exercise your memory and bring details back into focus. With short stories set in familiar outdoor settings, you’ll be transported into the great outdoors from the first chapter.

En sólo 20 horas ofrece un enfoque sistemático para la rápida adquisición de habilidades: cómo aprender cualquier habilidad nueva lo antes posible. Su método muestra cómo simplificar habilidades complejas, maximizar la práctica productiva, y eliminar las barreras de aprendizaje. Con tan sólo 20 horas de práctica enfocada y constante, irás de saber absolutamente nada a realizar algo notablemente bien.

In this thoroughly updated third edition of Marcia Tate’s bestseller, you’ll learn about twenty definitive brain-compatible techniques to maximize retention and minimize forgetting in learners of all ages. Tate’s techniques are drawn from the latest neuroscientific research and learning style theory and are described step-by-step for immediate application in your classroom.

There are so many books on learning and memory, but this one is really different. This book can be heard from start to finish, or from whatever chapter you find of interest, but the point is, learning and memory are interconnected. The book addresses ways to learn, improve, accelerate, train, and develop your memory and brain power at whatever age or stage in life; whether you're a student, an office worker, retired, or if you are experiencing absentmindedness perhaps due to menopause or some other reason.

Catalina Hoffmann lleva décadas trabajando directamente con cientos de personas, analizando la transformación de sus procesos mentales a través de ciertos ejercicios y constatando el impacto positivo que tienen en sus vidas. Con toda esa experiencia ha desarrollado una serie de técnicas innovadoras para cuidar y ejercitar el cerebro que comparte en este audiolibro, narrado por ella misma, que te permite descubrir cómo y por qué, aplicando el neurofitness, puedes aumentar tu bienestar emocional.

Motivational Hypnotherapy is proud to introduce Joel Thielke and Rachael Meddows. These world-renowned hypnotherapists have combined their talents and years of hypnotherapy experience to create a one-of-a-kind program that will specifically help you improve your focus and memory, and train your brain to be photographic. With this program, you will be well on your journey to positive change. Hypnosis is an incredibly powerful tool, and we know you'll see results.

You'll discover how to experience the positive effects of keeping an effective gratitude journal. This audiobook will help you cultivate thankfulness and improve your outlook in life.