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Published Dec 22, 2019

How to Change Your Brain!

Rob Dial delves into the science of neural pathways and habit formation, revealing how consistency and daily efforts can neurologically rewire your brain to improve your life and combat neurodegenerative diseases.
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  • Consistency

    explains the importance of consistency in forming and breaking habits. He likens neural pathways to forest trails, emphasizing that the brain prefers well-trodden paths, making it easier to follow established habits. Rob highlights that it takes about 60 to 66 days of consistent effort to create or break a habit, due to the brain's reliance on these neural pathways 1.

       

    Myelin

    Rob delves into the role of the myelin sheath in neural efficiency. He compares the myelin sheath to the rubber insulation on electrical wires, which helps transmit signals more efficiently. The more a habit is practiced, the thicker the myelin sheath becomes, making the neural pathway stronger and more efficient 2.

    Your brain is the most energy-consuming organ in your entire body. It builds up this myelin so it can send signals as efficiently as possible.

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    This process is crucial for turning behaviors into automatic actions, conserving energy for other brain functions 3.

       

    Diseases

    Rob discusses how neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and dementia affect the myelin sheath. These diseases attack the myelin, leading to memory loss and impaired motor functions. Understanding this process underscores the importance of maintaining healthy neural pathways through consistent habits 3.

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