Finally, mindfulness. "The ability to focus and control one's feelings can be considered somewhat of a superpower in today's distracted world," Travers says. "Moving meditation, breathing exercises or even present-moment awareness practices help you in managing stress and regulating your emotions."
A large-scale review involving 9,538 people found that mindfulness produces small to moderate improvements in overall cognitive ability. It enhances attention, working memory, inhibition, task switching, and sustained focus.
"Starting with just a short daily practice of 5-10 minutes of mindful meditation can show marked benefits when sustained over time," Travers explains. "This is because mindfulness techniques help you notice life's positives, reducing automatic negative thoughts and helping you recalibrate your focus on the things that matter."
Whatever your journey is, good luck!
