15 Habits That Make You SMARTER Every Day

What do you think intelligent people have in common? Many people think that intelligence is something you are simply born with. After all, some people

make

being smart sound like effortless intelligence—although it's not a set trait, it's a flexible and changing ability to learn and. Stimulate your brain, which can improve over time. What smart people have in common is that they are dedicated to adopting lifestyle

habits

that support and protect their mental health. Welcome to alux.com, the place where future billionaires come to acquire inspired

habits

that

make

us the man and woman. This is certainly true when we look at popular entrepreneurs and academics who have risen to the top of their field thanks to their ability to devise solutions to daily problems.

We've put together the 15 habits that

every

one has in common and that we think are important to making you

smarter

every

day, but before we continue, make sure to give us a thumbs up and subscribe to the channel. You don't want to miss our daily dose of entertaining and educational videos. Let's go to number one. Make questions. The German philosopher Hans. George Gatimer once said that knowledge can only be found in those who have questions. Most people don't ask questions because they feel they will look stupid, but they couldn't be further from the truth. Learning requires asking questions and finding answers as children.

Our curiosity has no limits, everything around us arouses our interest why the sky is blue why cats meow and consequently if you don't understand anything or you're not sure about something don't be afraid to ask about it even ask yourself questions and investigate. the solutions on your own when you return home instead of watching television search online for material that will help you understand the topics that interest you but that confuse you a little, do not neglect this easy but time-consuming practice, it can considerably increase your intelligence number two read in all genres the brain is a very powerful tool and reading is the mental exercise you need to be in top shape we have instant access to almost all written books created by humans thanks to smartphones, tablets, readers Electronics and Of course, the Internet, however, we often waste time watching funny dog ​​and cat videos on Facebook while just mindlessly browsing the news.

Without a doubt, it is a way to relax and feel happier, but it is not realistic or healthy to spend all your free time doing this. However, reading frequently can not only help you stay informed and teach your brain to function well, but it will also help you continually learn new things. The best options are books, instructional periodicals, and long-form articles and websites. Maintain your own reading routine, even if it only involves reading part of a chapter each day your intellect will grow over time number three hanging out with smart people friends can teach you new skills and keep your mind active our environment shapes our values ​​beliefs and ways of living Thinking and spending time with intellectuals will constantly help you feed your brain because with intelligent people there is always something to discuss and there is always something to learn from them, it is true that sometimes you may still feel like you don't know enough, but even that has its problems. advantages: you are adapting to your environment and your mind.

It will force you to strive to improve as a result of recognizing your flaws. Your friends don't have to be

smarter

than you. The important thing is that they always have interesting things to discuss and are leaders in whatever field they work in. The intellectuals already know. how to feed their brains so spending time with them is very beneficial to adopt not only knowledge but also a learning style number four take time to think everyone is easily distracted from one thing to another they do not adequately understand the true essence of the information received The habit of pausing to reflect on what you have learned is very beneficial and, in fact, is an important part of the learning process.

When you take the time to think, you can consider all the factors that could have a direct or indirect connection to whatever it is. what you're doing, you can plan three to five steps in advance and you'll rarely be caught missing. The same goes for conversations. Intelligent people listen more and talk less and manage to do many things with fewer words. Exercise number five is often overlooked. Exercise and its effects on our intelligence, brain and body constantly cooperate along with our overall energy and physical health, it has a direct impact on the quality of our thoughts, as you grow cognitively, keep in mind that you must also grow physically, as the two are physically intertwined.

Exercise also instills discipline, which is advantageous for the efficient growth of positive habits and new information. Try as much as possible to make time for at least one form of exercise. You can join your local gym. Get some running shoes to run a few miles or just do yoga or other exercises at home, anything works, just move your body more, number six, prioritize healthy eating, you should be familiar with the prevailing notion that glucose is the ideal fuel for the brain, but a balanced diet, rich in necessary vitamins and minerals, is the best fuel. You can boost your thinking engine The optimal diet for improving brain performance includes enough protein, moderate amounts of carbohydrates, and enough healthy fats, so whole grains, lean meats, nuts, fish, and dairy products should be on your table and it is also a good idea to adopt them. the habit of eating enough to be satisfied and avoiding junk food as much as you can as it will make you tired and in the long run can cause some health complications number seven journaling has been shown in group studies to spend a few minutes reflecting on events and written thoughts of the day increases brain power.

Nothing motivates you and helps you be smarter like personal experience and your own achievements. Take a few minutes each night to write down your thoughts, events and ideas of the day with this. You will have the opportunity to analyze the ideas that come to you, the thoughts and questions that arise, then there is the added advantage that writing frequently makes you smarter overall by expanding your language and communication skills, since journaling is A language practice activity to learn new terms and expand your vocabulary will increase your number eight IQ Do something new Even if you think it won't work Practice makes perfect Smart people are not unnecessarily afraid of failure They understand the universal truth that without practice nothing can be truly learned and so prepared for the challenge it is impossible to learn a new equation if you don't try to ask questions about it and so is learning to play the guitar if you don't try those chords yourself sometimes the outstanding and even spectacular successes They are the result of something that scared us tremendously number nine, apply and share new knowledge if you do not intend to use what you learn, there is no use in studying it.

Intelligent people always make use of their acquired knowledge, not because it helps them succeed, but because they share their intellectual knowledge. Resources make them more valuable. If you read a book, discuss it with people who have also read it. The best technique to reinforce and understand the topic is to share new information and concepts. You'll learn more during a discussion about the work itself. In addition to the lessons that other people have discovered, it doesn't matter who you share your thoughts with - family, friends, coworkers, members of a social network group or topic forum - because the act of sharing knowledge itself is what enriches your understanding and helps you draw. draw more informed conclusions number 10 be selective in what you put your effort into intelligent people tend to have few friends but make up for the lack of numbers with deep and genuine friendships those with whom you spend time, including your loved ones, reflect your personal identity and need guide you towards understanding yourself and the world around you beyond friendships, when you are careful about what you pay attention to, you will be able to work optimally without unnecessary distractions.

Smart people find it easy to put their priorities in order. a mental checklist it is much easier to follow the next agenda on your list than to juggle all the plans you have at once number 11 take short breaks at work in the age of total digitalization our brains literally burn out from the bombardment of information with which we are in contact with what happens is not always a good thing, that is why sometimes even a short vacation is necessary to maintain creativity and avoid cognitive exhaustion after working for several hours, weeks or months and due to the absence of pauses and moments of mental calm we begin to think. superficial and automatically the same thing happens with reading you will assimilate better when you take breaks after a few hours of reading in this free time you can enjoy a short walk meditate exercise or do some housework just give yourself some mental time number 12 learn to organize yourself on their devices and instant messages both at home and at work people who have the habit of keeping things organized tend to be smart disorganized objects frequent message alerts and clutter on the desk and in work folders divert the mind from tasks and lower productivity your mind will function more effectively the less clutter there is in the area where you live and work develop the habit of putting things away immediately create multiple thematic folders on your desktop and avoid storing individual documents there number 13 study the behavior of others People Patterns: Smart people tend to be understanding in their own way, considering things like their colleagues' motivation, their perspective on the project, and the level of help they need.

Try to understand the situations of the people around you, it will require a great intellectual effort, but in the long run. run, you will have better social skills and be able to make the right decisions, especially when other people are involved. Number 14 be an active observer even if you can see everything around you. Do you really pay attention to it? Many of us observe the world uncritically and concentrate primarily. Focus on the things that affect us immediately, but instead spend a few minutes each day examining your environment. Critically examine the normal everyday interactions that take place in your environment on an overall interpersonal and social level.

This should be normal for everyone, but given the circumstances of our times. This is a helpful practice that is a bit unpopular when you direct your attention away from yourself and actively pay attention to details. You will be surprised by what you discover about your environment. Try it number 15. Sleep when you need it according to studies. Giving our bodies more downtime helps our brains function better in terms of memory, attention, and concentration. Those who typically stayed up late and got up early were also found to have worse attention levels than their peers who slept longer. The brain processes information from the previous day.

During the day while you sleep, getting enough rest strengthens memory and removes amyloid and tau proteins linked to plaque formation in Alzheimer's disease. Although there is no set period of time that everyone should sleep, different people need different amounts of sleep. Sleep, your top priority should be to rest whenever your body needs it. Habits require minimal awareness to carry out, so you need to make these things habits. Some of these actions may seem a little strange at first. Constant practice will make them part of you and it will be perfect, and with that Alexa. We're wrapping up today, but we have a bonus for you, don't go anywhere, number 16, playing mind-testing games.

A particularly beneficial way to spend your time is by playing games that force you to think creatively and use your imagination. and solve ever-evolving problems, hone your mental faculties while bringing you delight and happiness. Research from 2019 found that those who played one or more games that tasked the thinking process frequently performed better cognitively than those who did not play mental games such as crossword puzzles or sudoku. It has no age limit and can be enjoyed by both adults and children. Well hello Luxer, that's all for today's video. Let us know in the comments which of these habits you think would have the best effect on your overall intelligence and be sure to let us know.

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