The secret to using your whole brain.

“The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn and relearn.” — Alvin Toffler
Overplaying to your strengths can be dangerous.
“Your arms are not what they used to be.” — That was my wife’s feedback on my cycling improvement recount.
During the past five years, I rediscovered the pleasure of road biking. I dramatically improved my fitness, lost weight, and rode more frequent and longer distances. However, I forgot to take care of my upper body.
Focusing on strengths can hinder not pushing yourself to develop other skills.
Your brain is a muscle. To boost its full power, you can’t just exercise certain parts but all of them. Experiment with different types of thinking. Not just the one you are used to. Think like a master.
Your Brain Is, by Design, a Whole
“If you never change your mind, why have one?” — Edward de Bono
Your brain thinks in m…
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