Boost your brainpower

Boost your brainpower

June 2023

People from all walks of life, young and old, can benefit immensely by using a technoJilogy  hat does wonders for the brain and their  life, says Rishi Rathod 

Many parents find that their  children struggle to learn  multiple subjects and memorise  information, as Android phones, online  games, and insta reels have shortened  their attention spans. These skills are not  only essential for academic success but also for success in life. A worthwhile  

solution for overcoming this  problem is brain wave education, a unique approach that utilises  cutting-edge technology to  stimulate brain activity and help  

children retain information more effectively. 

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Mumbai-based Dr Sushant Mysorekar, an  expert on cognitive processes and the creator  of Brain Rhyme, employs tools, tactics, and  copyright systems to improve performance  and memory in the elderly, students, and  professionals. He says, “Our brain cells alter  as we age. In reality, the saying ‘use it or lose  it’ holds true for the health of our brains.” He  claims that engaging in new or demanding tasks  that involve mental stimulation and activity  enhances the nerve cell connections that keep  our minds sharp at all ages. 

“Alpha and beta waves are advantageous  for growth, learning, and positivity. For  optimum human performance, it is essential  to understand how the mind and brain interact  with one another,” adds Dr Mysorekar. 

Rutva Pore, daughter of Minal Deshpande  Pore, a resident of the UAE, took a keen interest  in space science from a very early age. The  information and knowledge available about  space are as vast as space itself. Minal wanted to  

give some direction to her daughter’s curiosity.  During this time, she happened to discover Dr  Mysorekar on LinkedIn. He advised Minal to  use memory exercises taught by him to increase  her daughter’s retention and brainpower to  absorb a vast amount of information about  space. They decided that Rutva should  participate in a world record competition on  knowledge about the solar system. 

“There were so many facts and figures that  required to be recalled, such as the distance  between the planets, their rotation periods,  and other relevant information about our solar  system,” Minal recalls.  

Dr Mysorekar created stories based on numbers,  and a flow to help her remember them. Rutva  learned the skill, practised it meticulously,  and put it dexterously into action. She was  able to create a world record of reciting 91  facts about the solar system in English in 2.46  minutes. Furthermore, she also created the  same record in the Arabic language. All this  was accomplished with the help of the brain  wave test conducted by Dr Sushant. 

“Today, looking back, those memory retention  techniques to boost brain capacity were only  a method to uncover Rutva’s confidence and  focus,” Minal says. “It is a significant gain,  in my opinion. She is not just confident in  her studies but also in communicating and  performing other tasks.” 

Science has made incredible strides in the 20th  century in its study of brain waves, which are  nothing but electrical impulses produced by  the neurons in our brains. The waves help us  monitor brain activity and determine if it is  aligned with the genesis of health or disorder.  The field of using brain wave knowledge to  improve human performance is constantly  expanding in the modern era. 

As explained by Jennifer Larson on www.healthline.com, brain waves are, essentially,  evidence of electrical activity produced by your  brain. When a group of neurons send a burst of  electrical pulses to another group of neurons,  it creates a wave-like pattern. These waves are  measured in speed cycles per second, which is  described as Hertz (Hz). Depending on how  awake and alert one is, the waves might be very  fast or very slow. They can and do change, based  on what one is doing or feeling.  

Based on one’s mental engagement, brain waves  are classified into different categories. When  one is awake, alert, and engaged, beta waves  are active, which measure in the range of 12 to  38 Hz. Alpha waves tend to measure between 8  and 12 Hz when one is awake but feeling quiet  and contemplative. Theta brain waves occur in  the 3 to 8 Hz range when one is sleeping. Deep  dreamless sleep produces a type of brain wave  known as the delta wave. These waves are low  and slow, and measure in the 0.5 to 4 Hz range. 

The brain produces electrical activity creating a wave like pattern which are called brainwaves Brain waves have been used in recent years for a  variety of therapeutic purposes apart from their  diagnostic and research applications. With the  help of meditation, breathing, and other mental  exercises, brain wave patterns can be altered.  Researchers are exploring the possibility of  using brain waves to see if symptoms related  to stroke, dementia, migraine, Parkinson’s, and  sleep disorders can be dealt with and reduced  substantially. 

Mental fatigue, focus, and brain wave The fastest brain waves are waves known as  gamma waves. These brain waves are proof  that your brain is hard at work, processing  information and looking for solutions to  problems. Gamma waves tend to measure above  35 Hz and can oscillate up to 100 Hz. When  brain activity is extended for longer hours in  the gamma state, it causes mental fatigue,  leaving one feeling weary. At times, it impairs  one’s performance as well as productivity.  The good news is that some companies as  well as individuals have begun utilising brain  wave monitoring equipment to enhance  concentration, productivity, and general well being. 

Ankit Gupta, 33, from Bhopal, who manages  an NGO, says, “We live in our minds with our  goals, ambitions, and dreams. They are mostly  imaginary and sap our mental energy. As a  result, we stay unsure of our own potential.  But when I took the brain wave test, I realised  where my strengths lay and how I can use them  to grow in life. Furthermore, I learned how to  properly align my feelings and emotions with  the situation at hand.” 

Ankit reveals that once this was evident to him,  he began practising the exercises prescribed by  Dr Mysorekar to improve his brain function.  A healthy memory is closely related to brain  activity. Those who multitask excessively or are  older have a tendency to forget things. These  factors make it challenging for the brain to  remember new information. A new thought  comes to us every 1.2 seconds since the average  human mind thinks at least 50,000 thoughts  every day. The mind can easily stray and  become confused by a multitude of thoughts. 

According to the report, Ankit’s brain  wave spectrum was at a particular level. Dr  Mysorekar analysed that pattern and provided  a feedback mechanism composed of activities  and exercises. This helped in making the  correct shift in the pattern, to achieve the  particular goal for Ankit and in getting him  into firefighting mode on his work front. He  was exerting too much mental energy on less  important tasks. He was spending more energy  thinking rather than using it for productive  purposes. Now he says, “After undergoing the  brain wave test, doing regular brain exercises,  and applying tools to enhance memory, my  focus has improved tenfold.”  

The brain, if taken care of, not only helps run  your physical body but your whole life smoothly. 

Ankit says, “I am now more organised, system driven, and professional in my attitude, which  even the clients have started noticing and  appreciating. Now I don’t get bogged down by  multiple client feedback, communication, and  delivery schedules. Dr Mysorekar even made  me realise my creative side through the brain  wave test which, otherwise, I was not aware of.  The clarity has come to a point where now I can  see my entire week before my eyes and know  who is doing what.” 

He concludes, “I truly feel that we should  undergo this test to improve our overall  personality, family, and work life.”

The process for the brain wave test 

1. Off-line test: An electronic device with electrodes is attached to the head, and the individual  is asked to sit quietly for two minutes while the brain wave patterns are recorded on different  parameters and then later analysed. Sometimes, a specific kind of music is also played to see how  and what impacts the pattern.  

2. On-line test: Here the subconscious mind pattern is tested. An individual is given to draw and  colour six to eight figures, such as a person, a mountain, or an object. These specific figures are  analysed. Based on the submission, the expert analyst asks what the person is looking for. It could  be a job, a career, or good health. Accordingly, the doctor or analyst suggests brain activities and  exercises.  

3. Graphology: This is also used to understand brain wave patterns. For an online test, many analysts  give a blank white paper and ask the person to write 10–12 sentences on it. Like the subconscious  mind test, here too, remedies are suggested to achieve specific results. 

Brain wave, healing, and stress 

We react differently to situations internally and  externally. We experience difficulties in our  inner world, such as loneliness, despair, anxiety,  and stress, and are unable to pinpoint the exact  cause. We may believe that feeling unhappy is a  result of being alone, but a brain wave analysis  and assessment of a lonely person can reveal  the real cause to be different than expected. Dr  Mysorekar explains that recovery is not based on  time but rather on challenges and acceptance of  the situation. If an individual opens up and is  receptive to the ideas and cognitive processes, and  employs the skills learned during the session, the  effects can be seen within two to three sessions.  Arvind Gawade, 38, who manages an IT firm in  Mumbai, was dealing with similar problems. He  tried everything but was unable to deal with the  stress caused by his job. He began consulting Dr  Mysorekar five years ago. Arvind testifies, “While  consulting Dr Mysorekar, I realised that I was not  making the best use of my brainpower. There were  numerous loose ends. I couldn’t connect the dots  between my thoughts and my actions. After doing  the memory retention exercises, I feel more in  ontrol of myself. There is a proper record system  in place. I am more organised, and I have a more  focussed approach to work and life. Initially, I  thought that it was a memory improvement  programme. Now I see that, similar to how physical  exercise helps us develop our muscles and keeps  us fit, this regimen empowers us to use our brains  in a way that serves us. This is nothing short of a  superpower.” According to Dr Mysorekar, stress  is healthy for us in moderation. It can help us  improve our memory cells progressively. The  human brain thrives on routine. This is because  when we find predictable patterns in our everyday  routine, our brain filters out distractions and runs  on autopilot, saving energy. Another advantage is  that stress and anxiety can potentially improve  our brain’s performance. Moderate stress builds  the connections between the neurons in the  brain. It improves memory and attention span  while also assisting in being more productive.  What’s fascinating about low amounts of the  stress hormone is that it also helps guard against  infections.So without any further ado, get your  brain wave analysis and take control of your life  in your hands. 

Myths about the brain and brain waves 

As the research in cognitive science is growing with new information, many myths associated with  brain waves are getting debunked, according to Dr Mysorekar. They are as follows: 

•  The size of the brain influences the intellect 

Intelligence is determined by the number of synapses, or connections between brain cells, and not  the size of the brain. When you engage in any action, your brain cells get active or charged. Working  on your intelligence is simply working on yourself. 

•  Alcohol destroys brain cells 

Modest alcohol consumption does not destroy brain cells. However, binge drinking or frequent,  continuous drinking might harm the dendrites, which are the terminals of neurons. This injury  can impair the neurons’ capacity to communicate with one another. Furthermore, people who are  addicted to alcohol can develop Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, which causes visual abnormalities,  loss of motor control, and memory impairment. 

•  The brain deteriorates with age 

Though some cognitive capabilities deteriorate with age, many of your mental abilities develop.  Vocabulary, understanding, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation are just a few areas where  older brains might outperform younger equivalents if kept active and healthy through exercises,  mental workouts, and so on. 

•  Your IQ remains constant throughout your life 

Although research has revealed that your IQ might fluctuate as you age, it is crucial to recognise that  assessing someone’s intelligence is an imperfect science. Fluid intelligence, or the capacity to think  quickly and recall information, peaks at the age of 18 and subsequently declines as you get older if  regular activities are reduced or halted entirely. In contrast, someone’s emotional intelligence can  continue to increase until the age of 30, and in some circumstances, even beyond. 

•  Under pressure, your brain performs better 

The stress of a deadline may encourage you to work more, but it does not result in improved brain  performance. Stress has been shown to affect brain function. Multitasking has been shown to reduce  brain efficiency by 30–40 per cent. 

Finally, brain waves are an important part of knowing how the brain works and can be utilised to  diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions. The necessity of the hour is to spread  and encourage understanding and awareness of brain waves so that students, professionals, and  the elderly can enrich their overall lives.