by Martina Ratto | Mar 25, 2020 | COVID-19: Stay Calm & Be Mentally Resilient, Healthy Habits
[Click on the title to open the full article] When a widespread difficulty like the coronavirus pandemic grows, it becomes important to draw on our inner strength. During this phase of the C19 outbreak measures, you and your loved ones are being asked to make...
by Martina Ratto | Mar 27, 2020 | COVID-19: Stay Calm & Be Mentally Resilient, Healthy Habits
Simple routines in your everyday life can have a significant impact on your mental wellbeing. By following our posts you will learn how the five domains of cognition are linked to key lifestyle habits and we will give you some tips to help you build and...
by Anna Sandford-James | Apr 1, 2020 | COVID-19: Stay Calm & Be Mentally Resilient, Healthy Habits
Creating a new habit or getting into a new routine requires commitment and willpower on your part, and a true desire to make a positive change in your life. MyCognition will try to make this process as easy as possible for you, by giving you all the information you...
by Anna Sandford-James | Apr 14, 2020 | COVID-19: Stay Calm & Be Mentally Resilient, Healthy Habits
Working Memory & sleep Having a healthy sleep schedule is fundamental for improving your Working Memory, your ability to solve problems and make good decisions. Stress has a high impact on your Working Memory: you can regulate the impact of stress on your mental...
by Anna Sandford-James | Apr 9, 2020 | COVID-19: Stay Calm & Be Mentally Resilient, Healthy Habits
Reality Check! Before you begin practising your new habit, it is important to figure out your strategy, and set realistic goals for what it is you want to achieve. With this in mind, over the first week, it is important to figure out where you are at right now. So,...
by Anna Sandford-James | Apr 3, 2020 | COVID-19: Stay Calm & Be Mentally Resilient, Healthy Habits
Your hydration has a significant effect on your cognition. Just a 2% decrease in hydration can lead to a 20% loss in energy, and in your ability to pay attention and think effectively. By the time you notice you are thirsty, you will already be 2% dehydrated. So,...