(Newswire.net — September 25, 2018) — Even though there has never been a more active world in terms of technology and other forms of entertainment, the number of people and kids sitting in front of the TV has risen. A recent study found that most people watch around 12-hours of TV per weekend and do far less exercise or other stimulating activity. It isn’t only the body that can be affected, but also the mind if it isn’t used enough, so here are a few top tips for keeping your mind active and healthy.
Video Games
Although you might not see video games as a good way of keeping your mind active, there are many things that these games do that are actually seen as beneficial. For example, they can improve your hand-eye coordination, as well as helping you improve spatial skills. They can also help you with puzzle solving and strategy depending on the games to play. That doesn’t mean that you should be playing them all the time, but it does mean they have a place in your home and in keeping your mind active.
Crosswords and Puzzles Games
For people that like word games, there is nothing better than crosswords, not only do you have to solve the clue, you also have to create another word with some of them that become the theme word. Crosswords have been popular for years, but they have recently been given the digital treatment by appearing on websites and mobile apps. As well as crosswords, there has also been an increase in other types of word games that have appeared on mobile games. These are also challenging and good for the mind.
Interactive Puzzle Games
As well as online games, you can also try interactive ones with other people to help you. There are now new Escape Rooms opening all the time; they are designed for a group of people to solve puzzles to help them escape the room they are trapped inside. The rooms are usually suitable for a wide age range, so adults and kids can all help together. The mixture of puzzles and time limit help to focus your mind and keep it active.
Take an Afternoon Nap
There is evidence to show that if you take a small nap in the afternoon of around twenty minutes, then you can improve your memory. It can have as much effect on the memory as a whole night of uninterrupted sleep, so it is always worth trying if you get the chance. It can be especially helpful for children or those who are studying so that they can better absorb all the things they have learned in the morning.
An active mind is important not just when you are young; it is also vital as you grow older. The chances of encountering issues with diseases and memory loss problems associated with old age can be reduced by trying to keep the brain active. Remember to maintain a routine and keep up to ensure that you get the benefits.