5 Simple Ways to Increase Your Intelligence

I wholeheartedly agree with everyone listed. I’ve just started doing these things plus a few more within the past couple months and my productivity in every aspect of my life has tripled. It has turned out to be exhilarating, educational, and refreshing. Bravo!

Great tips, John. I especially like #3, read challenging books. Most people will just read books which are comfortable for them, me included.
Reading this post makes me realize that it won’t grow my intelligence much. Stretching our mind to the boundaries is the way to make it stronger and stronger.

Fantastic post John. I think all five points are valid, but no TV is by far the most important. What do you do if you don’t watch TV? You are naturally inclined to fill the time by reading, excercising, relecting, and if you’re too tired to do any of that….go to bed early.

Most people dont read…so reading is a start for most.
Great idea…but if I am gonna watch TV what is some challenging TV to watch?
Also what are some of those “challenging” books to read.
I find reading books very time challenging issue…Id suggest reading “challenging” magazines/periodicals as well… You can get a lot out of the short stories/essays.

I’m almost finished reading Foucalt’s Pendulumn by Umberto Eco and I can recommend it to anyone who liked the idea behind the Da Vinco Code, but hated its banal false pretenses. I never watch TV, (its antenna is not even plugged into the wall.) I do spend a lot of time behind a computer, playing computer games and reading. I enjoy chemicals, but have had to stop that to persue competitive sport. Unfortunately I don’t sleep enough and drink too much now. So you missed one aspect, self control. One of my personal rules (may not make you smarter) is everythig in moderation. Not only what you eat, drink etc (which will help you be a healthier person) but what you listen to, what you read,what you watch. Every time you experience some genre you have never experienced before, it gives you a new perspective on life, as long as you are open minded to the reason behind it. And then you may use it as it is valid in your everyday life.

You are right about self control, that’s they key to actually doing any of this stuff.

if you want to watch something challenging on TV try to watch shows in foreign languages and then learn them, or watch documentaries or political talk shows.

Or you could watch a good movie with interesting dialog. I also love Discovery HD.

i disagree with the reflection, i dont think its nessesary if you live now.

I am a fundamentalist follower of all 5 points. Though for me the 5th, reflection, cannot be radical enough. No, I don’t sit cross legged and go ommmm, but I do meditate for 30 minutes everyday. It cleans the mind and gives me mental energy.
As far as TV goes, I don’t think there’s anything like challenging TV. The most challenging TV is minor league stuff compared to any good book.

All my life I’ve ha this. “potetial” “so smart” “phenom” Nade me lazy, unhappy. Thank goodness I smartened up!

I used to watch a lot of television when I was younger, but then went for a long period when I didn’t have one. When the mere habit of watching was broken, I was astonished to realize how stupid almost all television shows were once I got a TV again and sampled some. Even more annoying were commercials, along with the fact that they run *during* a show. Imagine trying to tell someone a story, but interrupting every few minutes to shout, “Hey check this out!” Even if there is challenging television, much of the value is lost if the station runs commercials during the show.

I own a television now, and am not opposed to catching a stray night of David Letterman, but mostly use it to watch DVD’s. Try watching a bunch of the movies that get conistently high reviews. Then do the same without requiring that the movies be recent. Then do the same without requiring that the movies be in English. Your world will be changed.

Well, while I whole-heartedly agree with your tips, I think you’ve forgotten a crucial one- save some time for prayer. Daily prayer is absolutely essential. True, it could be tied in with tip # 5, but it goes beyond reflection. Spending time with the Lord is the most important thing I do each day, and it leaves me feeling clear-headed and ready to take on the world. I recommend it for everyone.

I totally agree with all five points. I will also add moderated internet usage and with a concrete objective. I notice that “internet zapping” has really fucked up my concentration and attention span.
Also, I good way to avoid excesive TV usage is avoiding zapping at all costs, thats the real brain drainer. Nowadays I only watch certain tv shows I donwload via internet, that way I don’t lose time zapping.

Without “internet zapping” I would not have read this article

I like how this article claims your methods make you ‘improve your thinking and writing ability,’ yet contains the following flagrant error of bad writing:

“If you want improve your thinking and writing ability you should read books that make you focus.”

Hate mail expected. Have fun kids.

Yes, that is a typo. Thanks for pointing it out.

I would like to add one more, reduce surfing the net aimlessly. I reduce my TV watching only to find myself surfing general sites. Now I have taken up reading and learning the piano again but this TV thing, man it ain’t easy quitting it.

The most important thing is to try new things. Variety is the spice of life and also the only true antioxidant.

> If you stay up late and compensate by sleeping late, you’ll wake up lethargic and have trouble focusing.

I’ve been doing this for almost half a year without any lethargy at all. I’m up at night half the time, but when I’m programming, I continue to get tons of productivity late into the day when I get into a “zone”. Sleeping in the next day, I wake up with my head crystal clear, fully rested and ready for more.

The problems you mention might be a matter of getting used to it, or a feeling of social loss from not being on the same schedule as everyone else. There could also be a problem if you have to go back onto a 24-hour schedule later.

Right on target John. Infact, these things do a lot more to improve the overall quality of life, for example improve your attention span ( read more in my post http://www.educatedbeing.com/2006/08/08/how-to-increase-your-attention-span/)

Taking time to reflect is the one that makes most difference, I believe.

Hmmm… kinda neat that most, if not all, of the responding posts were by males… just thinkin out loud.

Good post with a lot of common sense. I do watch television, even the less brainy stuff, but I do love PBS for the fact that there is so much there to really stimulate my thinking and understanding of the world. I also listen to NPR and podcasts with political and technological subject matter. And as a designer, I find creativity is a great way to take ideas and bring them into the world in a tangible way.

That’s wierd. It sounds exactly like a sabbath day. hrmm.

Good advices, but too few..

[...] Escher’s “Relativity” in LEGO® | FindSounds – Sound Types | Get Smarter Every Day | World History : HyperHistory | Giant Robot Costume « Karma Police [youtube]   [...]

Great Advice

I agree with everything except one thing. Most people’s sleep cycle operates on a 90 minute period. That is stage I sleep to REM sleep. So to get the most out of your sleep it’s best to get 7 1/2 or 9 hours instead of 8.

Yes, TV isn’t challenging at all. Unless you’re watching a great PBS series like “American Experience,” “Frontline,” or “Nova.” Or a great science program on the Discovery or National Geographic channels. Or an in-depth history show on the History Channel. Or a great movie. Or just about anything on the Documentary Channel. Or just about anything on Free Speech TV. Or a jazz bio on Trio. Or a vintage concert on VH1 Classic. Or a great, challenging music video like “Kick, Push” by Lupe Fiasco. Or a highly intelligent, literate, mentally engaging comedy like “Futurama” or “Extras.” Or an exciting sporting event. Or … you get the idea. In my opinion, blanket condemnations of television tend to be woefully ill-informed and generally useless. Every medium out there has its share of brilliance and garbage. You’re not enhancing your intelligence by blindly writing any of them off. I also think having some regular contact with the culture of the world you live in enhances intelligence and understanding. I roughly agree with your other four items, though I would add creative socializing to the list. But everything in moderation, including TV. As Pete Townshend once wrote, “Too much of anything is too much for me.”

Hm poor ?? (I opened this site by mistake )
I couldent forbear from comment
I think that it take high intelligence to come to so brilliant ideas
I am only wonder if you know tahat expresion of your gene is possible only in some range
So if Iwere born as a idiot I could only reduce my stupidity
I am also wonder how a classic novel can improve your thinking ( of course without view to it`s often fiction)
for example : Żeromski uu yeeeh tahat`s it

Don’t forget the crossword puzzles..!!

[...] 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence | Pick the Brain – Getting Smarter Every Day (tags: productivity intelligence lifehacks education psychology inspiration brain) [...]

I agree with this article, especially with numbers 3, 4 and 5. To me, there is nothing more mentally stimulating than reading a book that makes me think about the content and significance of what I am reading. To danb: perhaps you are suffering from a disorder of somesort.

Read chanlleging books, Exercise, Early to bed & early to rise, Reflection, Minimize dull stuff. Thank you, John. It does good to me.

[...] You can read the post here. [...]

I do all this stuff, except going to bed early, i always thought it’s just my biological rythm going to sleep at 4 and waking up at 12, and yet i do feel kinda lethargic, thanks, John, gonna try your advise.

[...] 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence | Pick the Brain – Getting Smarter Every Day (tags: lifehacks intelligence productivity) [...]

JimPGFoi: It’s only a disorder if it is a problem.

I am a late sleeper/waker. It is simply my body clock; the only thing that makes me lethargic is caffeine addiction (which I intend to break soon). For curiosity’s sake, what is “early” anyway?

Television only interests me if it makes me think; same when it comes to websites. Books I simply don’t have time for. That may sound conceited, but I just cannot afford the time it takes to read books. It would probably help if I were a speed-reader, but I’m not. I compensate by drawing and having stimulating conversations. I’m sure your pointers are very effective for people that cannot find their own ways.

Amen to the early to bed, early to rise…if I could just convince my wife of that! We are diurnal creatures by design and were meant to sleep when the sun goes down and become active again when it rises. Television and the electric light bulb and modern society have seriously altered our natural patterns. My sharpest mental period is always from about 6am to just after lunch.

Read Challenging Books : hit me on the head once more with the cherished book. This is getting to be a stale muffin. Its always implied the computer can not perform the same function. The alphabet is the same, and the words have the same meanings.

Early to Bed, Early to Rise: another bonk to the noggin. Implied is the glory of that period leading up to daybreak, as if it had special precedent over any other period. Quite right that sleep deprivation is a robber of a sharp mind, as are irregular sleeping hours.

I think your picks are sound and wise, I just don’t agree of putting books and the morning on a pedestal. Enjoy your egg McMuffin while reading Pride & Prejudice in the early daybreak, but theres no need to say that is the best for others who have different ideas of accomplishing the same goals.

All of these are very true, yet I find that getting out and socializing is sometimes one of the most mentally-beneficial things one can do.

If you live alone, and isolate yourself, over time the social areas of your brain begin to weaken, other areas soon following suit. Alzheimer’s, afterall, mostly affects those middle-aged adults who have lived alone for several years.

@JimPGFoi:
> perhaps you are suffering from a disorder of somesort.

It’s called “laziness” I’ve been experimenting with a free-floating schedule, and it seems to work great. No computer programming when I’m sleepy, coffee only when I feel like it, and I sleep like a baby. All the other things in this article work very well, but I’ve never liked the “early to rise” part

Can you give us few more tips. These are not sufficient.

[...] John Wesley shares the 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence I’ve got to starting working on points 2 and 4. [...]

Kamesh,

I just posted some reader tips, and also invited everyone to share their own. This is the new post: http://www.pickthebrain.com/blog/5-more-ways-to-make-the-most-of-your-intelligence/

[...] 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence – John hit the jackpot with this gem this week. Congrats John! Read his follow up 5 More Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence too. [...]

nice post – your feed is now in my google reader/

Television gets a bad rap. There are a lot of great and mentally stimulating shows among the different Discovery Channels and The History Channel. Sure, one could read about most of the things that are on there (and I often do after watching), but speaking as a teacher, there is much better retention when multiple senses are stimulated–something you don’t really get from simply reading a book.

Also, a good comedy or drama (or comedrama as I like to call some of the shows) from time to time is pretty harmless.

I would disagree with the thought that “popular suspense fiction” isn’t good reading. It really depends on the author… and generally it’s easier to read something you ENJOY than something you loathe. I can sit down and read classics all day, I was reading at far above that level in 9th grade in high school (back in the early 90s)– however, I loathe reading it. It takes me 4-5x as long, not because of comprehension or lack of knowing the vocabulary being used… but because it’s dry and boring as hell and I can’t “get into” reading it. Give me something that interests me, like Greg Bear’s Eon or Larry Niven’s Ringworld and I’ll devour the book in a matter of an hour or two and go looking for more. After falling asleep 6-7 times reading “a classic” I won’t want to read again for a week. I think I’ve read 300-400 books that most people consider to be “classics” and I’ve enjoyed less than 20 of them. I’ve read perhaps 8000-10000 popular fiction/science fiction books and I enjoyed more than 50% of them.

If you dislike what you’re reading no matter what the quality of the work is… it’s boring and sucks.

Whatever floats your boat.

[...] I read a really good post over at Pick the Brain that listed 5 ways to maximize your intelligence. [...]

> The problem is watching television doesn’t use
> your mental capacity OR allow it to recharge.

I would challenge that because it highly depends what you are watching on your TV.
Sure if you watch Soap operas and Talk Shows you don’t train your brain at all.
But if you watch complicated Thrillers, for example your mind is – or at least should be – working out who the killer is etc…
Documentaries can be very educational – and a good way to learn new things on a higher level because it audio and visual – the more ways you get information presented the higher the chances are that they stick in your mind…

[...] 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence by John WesleyJohn gives you 5 practical tips to develop your intelligence. Among them are minimizing television watching, exercising, and reading challenging books. [...]

[...] 5 Simple Ways To Make The Most Of Your Intelligence by John Wesley [...]

Good list. I think of the 5 listed here – #5 is THE one that generates growth.

[...] While this article really doesn’t contain much about actually helping with your business, it has a couple points to research further. It’s really more psychology of entroprenours. 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence Your brain needs exercise just like a muscle. If you use it often and in the right ways, you will become a more skilled thinker and increase your ability to focus. But if you never use your brain, or abuse it with harmful chemicals, your ability to think and learn will deteriorate. [...]

Thanks MAN….Really a good one..

[...] John Wesley presents 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence posted at Pick the Brain. [...]

This may look strange, but it works for me.

Iclose my eyes and image halls that have doors and paintings on the walls. This may sound simple but if you really focus on everything you are watching , like the walls, doors handles, colors, shapes, and try to completely immerse in that though. Dont think of anything outside that, just see every single detail. Then you are exercising your imagination

As a library media specialist I am more than happy to see the “reading ” factor. I wholeheartedly agree that reading stretches your mind. I have never been one for pop lit but I do see the popularity because it is considered easy and a page-turner so the title is completed faster than one that forces you to think.
I dont read avidly but I do read a good deal.
I went without tv for years and now Im back watching tv and I do find it relaxing. Mostly I watch movies. So my tv time is focused to the time of the movie. I will admit I also watch the junk tv here and there…
As for surfing the net. I do it so much for my job that its all over the place. Alot of zapping did bring me here, some focus usually helps, going astray sometimes can also lead you to good things!
smiles!

[...] I experienced a big boost in traffic by having a popular article on the social sites. It’s definitely a big rush at first. You get addicted to having tons of traffic, and it’s sad to see it go back to normal. It’s really tempting, after you get a taste of the traffic, to try and write something with mass appeal every day. But I think if you keep doing this it hurts your relationship with your regular readers. In the end big spikes don’t mean that much. What’s important is building a large readership. That takes a long time and a lot of dedication. __________________ Pick the Brain Getting Smarter Every Day [...]

[...] Pick the Brain: 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence. Very simple things we can all do. [...]

[...] You’ll probably find this post helpful: 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence __________________ Pick the Brain Getting Smarter Every Day [...]

[...] 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence [...]

Thank you for give the tips…

Agree with *every single word* … in fact all the five points exactly as they are.

Great post !!

Thanks, Robins!

[...] Here are 5 simple ways anyone can squeeze a bit more productivity out of the old gray matter… [More: PickTheBrain.com] [...]

I would add “learn new things” to your list. Learning a new language or a sport can be helpful to improve the intelligence.

John,
Thankyou for constructing such a clear and informative page. I have printed off your points, and will make a large effort to carry through with it all. Hopefully you have given me the positive energy I need in my life at the moment.
Kind reguards.

@Howtolife – Learning new things is definitely a great way to stimulate your mind. It’s a good addition to the list.

Brett – Best of luck in your efforts. We all need to make an effort to start in a positive direction. Thanks for the reminder.

[...] 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence [...]

John I agree with these principles. I summarize these to say: rest (sleep, away from TV)and stimulate (exercise and absorb challenging material) the brain.

I want to tickle the mind here…has the Internet replaced the TV for some of us?

I can spend hours here soaking up information on StumbleUpon, MNSB, Blogs on a variety of subjects that keep me in tune with current events, educate me on subjects which I would not have the time/money to acquire reading material. Some people do not know what a “Blog” is and they are Executives of companies, holders of Degrees but are only challenged in the rat race society to focus only on job-related material

Back to big bad TV…….relax with Grey’s Anatomy, stimulate your brain on History Channel, learn to prepare a meal with Rachel Ray, worship with TBN…get my drift.

Peace

By the way, I left my job June 2006 and entered the world of the Internet, cut back drastically on TV and learnt “Blog” at age 46Yrs!!
Now I fill each day with a little from each John-spectrum and feel I am mentally more agile than before.
From Jamaica, respect!

I definitely agree that the internet has now surpassed TV as the primary information source for many people, especially people on the forefront of technology. TV is slow, its out of date, it lacks variety and the individual flavor of internet media.

Having a wide variety of sources of mental stimulation is a great way to become more agile, and the internet is a great place to do it. How else could I exchange thoughts with someone in Jamaica?

Lately, I have become much sharper by doing the following:

Put in much less time working on math or learning things.

Resting my brain and feeding my need for diversion.

More sleep, more exercise.

I find that now I can do better math research in lots less time because my rested and relaxed mind is sharper.

As in all things, it is about balance.

” How long will it take to reach enlightenment if I try hard?”

Ans. Ten years.

” If I work twice as hard?”

Ans. Twenty years.

” If I work all out?”

Ans. Never

From: “Zen Flesh, Zen Bones”

[...] 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence (tags: Blog Advice Life) [...]

An excellent, balanced, and wise article.

I particularly liked the bit about how “simple, unexciting answers are often the most valid.” How true, and how overlooked.

I think some good tv programs like bbc’s documentaries ( or discovery ) etc..make you think and are great to watch…

Also solving one or two puzzles/riddles from the internet daily …gives your gray matter some exercise

third thing is to meditate

thanks

[...] Dave // Feb 15, 2007 at 11:01 pm [...]

Thanks for the tips,
This is such a nice, educational site

Thanks!

[...] To be happy we need continuous growth. The best way to grow is life long education. This doesn’t mean you need to pursue a doctorate or spend 2 hours reading every day. Self education can be anything that takes you out of your comfort zone. The important part is keeping an open mind and searching for fresh ideas and perspectives. [...]

Great methods depicted though the change in external enviroment is only important as the change internally so in conjuction with the methods proper diet is vitally essential.

keep up the great work!!!

Thanks, Lee.

[...] [...]

[...] A blog called Pick the Brain offers 5 ways to make the most of your intelligence. They are: [...]

Thank you for taking the time to share such great information

[...] 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence [...]

[...] 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence [...]

And maybe, just maybe, tell Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo to stop making video games console so that their won’t be people wasting time playing them

[...] on what you’re interested in. Without knowing anything about you, I’d recommend “5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence“. It contains some great ways to make the most of your brain power that apply to everyone. [...]

[...] 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence Learn to Understand Your Own Intelligence Does Being Labeled as Gifted Undermine Personal Growth [...]

[...] #这一篇不是原作者写的，而是在他写了篇烂文之后，读者给他添加了另外五条，而这五条，就非常的棒了。比如多结识那些与自己观念不同领域不同的朋友；比如远足旅行，去体味另一种文化；比如关掉手机、少查看邮箱，将时间还给自己；比如学会拒绝，专注并坚持做某一件事情；比如寻求平衡，劳逸结合，当我们劳累的时候，放松休息便是最有效率的事。more [...]

[...] 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence [...]

giving tv is really really hard. i use my tv as something to look at to prevent eye strain.

g.
http://www.cheapgreencar.com

[...] 值得高兴的,我们需要不断成长。 最好的成长是终身教育。这并不意味着你要取得一个博士学位或者每天阅读2个小时。自我教育（Self education can be anything ）很大程度上让你离开那个令人自满的氛围。最为重要的，它能保持一个开放的思路，探索新的观点和想法。 [...]

[...] 明智的投资是最可靠的路径，它提供独立的收入来源，而且每个人都可以运作。关于这一点博主表示他会持续关注并且blog之。 3. 自我教育 值得高兴的,我们需要不断成长。 最好的成长是终身教育。这并不意味着你要取得一个博士学位或者每天阅读2个小时。自我教育（Self education can be anything ）很大程度上让你离开那个令人自满的氛围。最为重要的，它能保持一个开放的思路，探索新的观点和想法。 [...]

Yeah ! All the techniques are exactly true and working for me .I would recommend this to All. *Little of ZEN* would be fascinating you more in Work and Life !

As you think , So you Are – Buddha

[...] Increase Your Intelligence. A list of 5 simple activities that will boost your brain power. [...]

[...] Increase Your Intelligence. A list of 5 simple activities that will boost your brain power. [...]

[...] Increase Your Intelligence. A list of 5 simple activities that will boost your brain power. [...]

[...] put in “5 Simple Ways to Increase Your Intelligence” from PickTheBrain.com: If you have the opportunity, take 10-20 minute naps when you are hit [...]

Thanks for such a fantastic article. My friend and I comment who people are zoned out cogs…if we do not work our brains now…they will not work for us later!
Very grateful for your article!

[...] education. This doesn’t mean you need to pursue a doctorate or spend 2 hours reading every day. Self education can be anything that takes you out of your comfort zone. The important part is keeping an open mind and searching [...]

[...] on Agosto 19th, 2007. Pick The Brain nos da cinco consejos sencillos para favorecer el desarrollo de nuestra [...]

[...] Increase Your Intelligence. A list of 5 simple activities that will boost your brain power. [...]

[...] Increase Your Intelligence. A list of 5 simple activities that will boost your brain power. [...]

Interesting post, I especially liked your tip on cutting back on the TV.

[...] 5 Simple Ways to Increase Intelligence [...]

A lot of creative ideas come from daydreaming also.

[...] bound by contract to the interests of your employer. It’s the only time you have to develop your intelligence and discover what you really love. Are you willing to give up your [...]

thanks alot for these 5 tips

“Early to Bed, Early to Rise”

Wrong. While it’s critical to get an appropriate amount of sleep (though even this is debated… Buckminister Fuller managed on a couple of hours a day believe it or not), it doesn’t matter much whether you go to bed at 9 or go to bed at 12. In fact, studies show there is some truth to the “early riser” and “night owl” categorizations. That is, there may be something biochemically/physically going on to make someone one way or the other.

“Minimize Television Watching”

I’ll also have to say a couple of words about this. I probably watch 1 or 2 hours of TV a day, and it is almost always either the news or some documentary on PBS, National Geographic Channel, the Travel Channel, etc… Some of the shows I really enjoy are CNN Presents, Modern Marvels, How Things Work (is that the name of it?), and Good Eats (surprisingly informative show about cooking and it’s basic chemistry). Anyway, I feel like I learn a lot from watching TV, for the most part. I havn’t watched network shows (dramas, comedies, etc…) in several years. I simply can’t watch them, to be honest. They seemed aimed at the intellectually challenged.

[...] education. This doesn’t mean you need to pursue a doctorate or spend 2 hours reading every day. Self education can be anything that takes you out of your comfort zone. The important part is keeping an open mind and searching [...]

very inspiring indeed. I will surely benefit from these points and remember that small things are the ones that matter the most. So following point by point will surely help in time.

I agree with everything except the TV and going to bed early. There is some evidence that TV actually increases your intelligence. If I didn’t watch TV, then I would be ignorant of a lot of world issues. I wouldn’t advocate watching it all day though. I’m at my most productive in the early hours, between midnight and about 2am, which was when I used to do all my university work. Some of us are morning people and some night people. Every time I’ve had a job which requires me to be up in the morning, I’ve felt awful, even if I’ve had 8hrs sleep. My gut doesn’t seem to like it either.

hey now

whoa bud

>Well, while I whole-heartedly agree with your tips, I >think you’ve forgotten a crucial one- save some time for >prayer. Daily prayer is absolutely essential. True, it >could be tied in with tip # 5, but it goes beyond >reflection. Spending time with the Lord is the most >important thing I do each day, and it leaves me feeling >clear-headed and ready to take on the world. I recommend >it for everyone.

Not everyone’s a Christian.

[...] 5 Simple Ways to Increase Intelligence [...]

for as long as i can remember, i feel best when i get odd hours of sleep (ie. 3,5,7 or 9). if i wake up on an even number of hours, i’m groggy all day. isn’t that strange?
•luckygirl•
http://www.airconditioningvegas.com

I am a fan of “we are what we eat”. It’s as similar as with cars and gas; If your gas sucks that your engine will malfunction. Better avoid meat and eat more vegetables. Prefer to eat more fish which it’s fish oil does good for heart and brain.

In addition to these 5 above mentioned steps, you will definately increase your intelligence.

All best Wishes,
Just a funny little being
http://elaughs.blogspot.com

thanks for the GREAT post! Very useful…

[...] source: pickthebrain [...]

I think many of you are arguing over semantics…what if John had said “complex intellectually stimulating” novels instead of “classics” and made clear that he was talking about mass media television, and not PBS/History Channel/Discovery/et al?
While Isaac Asimov, Arthur C. Clarke and Tony Hillerman (for example) don’t qualify as “classics” they certainly are intellectually stimulating.
Likewise almost no-one considers Ken Burns’ “civil war” or Sir David Attenborough’s “Life of Birds” to be mind-numbing but this is not mass media…it is aimed at a very small segment of the TV viewing audience – the segment that includes most of us. The point is to avoid dreck like Danielle Steele and MTV and commercial television in general.

I’m having trouble with the first one. Thing is, i do every single thing with the television on. It helps me not to think about other problems. Above all matters, i really want to use my talent and passion in the greatest way; which is in arts and painting. I had wasted years keep searching on ideas and creating a masterpiece, but accomplish nothing. I know this isn’t suppose to be a ‘therapy blog’ but can I have just ONE BIG tip/reason for me to just do what i have to do?

Nice,
I could feel the things you are talking about in my life, TV impact, long naps , nagging thoughts, etc

thank you indeed , I think it’s helpful for me.

Just a couple more….
6) Thinking in metaphors.
7) Using your time efficiently.
Relaxing for idea incubation
9) Seeing and integrating both the micro and the macro. (ie think like a telescope, thinking like a telescope)
10) Think like chess. Anticipating the next move in competitive markets and trends.

Great post, thank you,

I like it ,

To your advance success,

Tracy Ho
wisdomgettingloaded

[...] Pick The Brain: 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence practical and easy-to-practice techniques for keeping the brain exercised. (tags: productivity lifehacks tips) [...]

I agree with your article.. Minimize television watching.. most of our family time are on tv.
And to start a day.. have to rise early in the morning.. make me feel fresh to start a new day.

Thos are excellent points ( I need to heed the sleep and exercise ones ), but you missed one!

Many video games have been proved beneficial to fluid intelligence, otherwise known as problem solving.

Different genres of video games have different levels of difficulty in terms of problem solving.

Even violent PC games such Half Life 2 require thought, timing and strategizing if you want to finish the game in a reasonable amount of time. Imagine you are faced with many hostile soldiers and very limited ammo. Which soldiers do you need to take out in order to reach the next point of safety? Which path should you take? You need to be resourceful.

Other games are outright puzzles, like the mind boggling Portal. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portal_(video_game)

Others are somewhere in between, like Real Time Strategy games such as Company of Heroes. Which resource points are important to me at the moment? When is the correct time to make an offensive? When is the correct time to retreat? To achieve my next objective, what unit should I queue up now? And most importantly – you need to think quickly.

Also play other games such as checkers, chess, whatever. The idea is to keep a broad experience I reckon. Everytime you face a problem you need to (quickly) go into your “problem solving repetoire” and pick out a strategy. Of course to do this you also need a sensible sleep pattern and exercise.

Hey, do any of you guys know if reading more will increase your life span?

[...] 5 Simple Ways To Increase Intelligence [...]

[...] stumbled upon a great blog post this afternoon that lists 5 Ways to Increase Your Intelligence. It comes as no surprise that #1 is minimizing your television watching. What things do you do with [...]

i agree

[...] Increase Your Intelligence [...]

[...] Increase Your Intelligence [...]

[...] 5 Simple Ways To Make The Most Of Your Intelligence by John Wesley [...]

I beleive that there are some physical motives to increase intelligence like:
decreasing foods , no much sleeping(2-6) , writing anything if it is insignificant and something like that for television i cannot see any benefit of it except for knowing the current event and have an alternatives
con:this topic especially is exciting you abridge it too much .
and then thanks

My worst problem is sleep deprivation. I think I can easily fulfil the others. But keeping a steady sleep pattern is and has always been difficult for me.

[...] 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence Hacking Knowledge: 77 Ways to Learn Faster, Deeper and Better [...]

[...] Increase Your Intelligence [...]

Most of the points are good and I agree with them. However, there is one small problem with point 4, which morning people always forget – namely, night owls. Some of us, ARE more productive in the evening, regarless of habits, and pushing into what the majority thinks is productive only leaves us tired, unable to concentrate and often migrainous.

That’s some nice article but I think
something’s missing here – There’s no
planning. A program to increase our
intelligence can’t go too far just by
counting on some habit shaping. Certain
books should be read, certain curriculum must be
followed in order to achieve real results..
That’s my opinion anyway..

http://www.Brain-Guide.org

These are good steps to improve your memory and attention span.

I especially notice that my memory is affected when I don’t get enough sleep, but sometimes I just can’t sleep. I don’t seem to require more than five hours a night, and you are correct the opposite can also be true, too much sleep and I am lethargic.

I also find if I spend too much time on the computer my brain seems to turn to mush. Too much information. Also the glare is hard on my eyes and causes dryness. I try to limit my exposure. I also work all day on a computer so when I come home the last thing I need is more computer, but I love blogging so find I have to limit myself.

I find a variety of things are probably good. Too much of anything is not good.

I just wanted to add that recent research (reported in Wired and the NY Times) shows that you can improve your intelligence by training your working memory. I’ve developed software that allows anyone to do this at home. Check it out: iqtesttraining dot com

Great Tips, as Muslim praying clear my mind and enable me to communicate with ALLAH by reading Holy Quran, for us Muslims we have 5 prayers per day which really reduce stress and make us feel very comfortable and happy. this is for people that really practice Islam not just Muslims by name.

I think all of them sound like good ideas except for number 4. Recent studies have shown an actual biological basis for the morning person/evening person distinction. Each person has a set of enzymes that are active at different parts of the day. When the enzymes are active, the person is more awake. When they are absent, drowsiness sets in. Morning people begin producing these chemicals as soon as they wake up. Evening people produce them later in the day. Hence, some people are more producting in the morning, whereas others are more productive later in the day.

It’s funny, I never thought I would be able to quit watching some of my favourite TV shows. As soon as I moved abroad (television is awful here) and had nothing to watch I really didn’t miss it at all and found other ways to occupy my time.

Going out with friends, reading, work etc

[...] education. This doesn’t mean you need to pursue a doctorate or spend 2 hours reading every day. Self education can be anything that takes you out of your comfort zone. The important part is keeping an open mind and searching [...]

exactly Grey your smart man :d i think watching tv it’s a waste of time..let me talk about myself ,i when i was a child the only thing i was doing is watching tv allday long and now i can see the symptom of it ,really it make your brain cell’s dies and let me have a weak concentration and reduction of education .i advice every one to read books instead of watching tv .trust me

indeed, the methods are not revolutionary… hoped to find something fresh – those are very basic hints presented in superficial way. Anyway it’s good that you tried to share Your observations

thank you this is a good tips…

I need to understand the technics.

Well, this very nice and wonderful.

As per my understanding, watching TV does reflect into boosting to intelligency power, But in TV waht’s are you watching that’s matter suppose you are watching some movie but not in your regional language that keep you always in good listening mode that can help you. But suppose you are watching a movie but in your own daily uses language then offcourse no benefit. Watch TV in other language( which you can understand but not too much use to), science fiction movie, puzzles program etc.

One thing more I am not agree that anyone can increase their intelligency level. You can increase your brilliancy level only. But again i am not sure too much and just reachearching on that myself…
As per my observation,
Brilliance = Intelligency + Knowledge
Intelligency is fixed thing that’s GOD gifted or you can say it depends on your birth period( 9 months in the womb of your mother)
etc Again i dont know more how to? If anyone know more please can you tell me. You can increase a lot of knowledge so you can increase your brilliance level but not intelligency level….

I did all those stuffs except going to bed early. I wish that i could sleep easily but there is too many things going through my mind. I just can’t shut them down. I dont know how to evacuate those thoughts, to free my mind. Do u have any advice??

[...] education. This doesn’t mean you need to pursue a doctorate or spend 2 hours reading every day. Self education can be anything that takes you out of your comfort zone. The important part is keeping an open mind and searching [...]

Good list. I think of the 5 listed here – #5 is THE one that generates growth.

Hi

I like your simple yet effective ways to improve intelligence, sometimes too much advance thinking make us forget the basics. honestly I am often lack of sleep and have no time to exercise. I am a multi-talented person and I excel in any field that I want to excel, i always want to improve myself and always studying. I have an IQ of 145 and now I am doubting if I still have the same IQ score cause I am always tired and lack of sleep. My brain seems to be slower than it used to be and I am becoming forgetful. I guess sometimes becoming intelligent does not mean you can’t be stupid, sometimes we people tend to forget the basic and we became stupid. The common sense is now becoming uncommon sense. I like your article, there is not much scientific explanation just purely practical and yet effective. You did a good job

THE MOST EFFECTIVE WAY TO STIMULATE YOUR MIND OR FIND PEACE IS BY READING GOD’S HOLY BIBLE. THERE YOU FIND GOD’S PLANS FOR THE BEST LIFE POSSIBLE. FOR 70 YEARS, IT HAS BEEN MY MAINSTAY. BELIEVE ME PLEASE, GOD’S WAY IS THE ONLY WAY.

Beautiful article, i appreciate it!

A comment on point #2: I read somewhere that exercise really does help, but in a very real and physical way. It causes more blood-flow to the brain which in turn expands the growth of blood vessels in it. This gives the brain a boost in oxygen and also causes neurogenesis (neuron growth)! See this article, http://www.dana.org/news/brainwork/detail.aspx?id=7374

[...]  ۱- تماشای تلویزیون را به حداقل برسانید. این معامله سختی است، مردم بسیار دوست دارند که مانند یک گیاه تنها پای تلویزیون بنشینند و زل بزنند. مشکل اینجاست که تلویزیون از ظرفیت روحی شما استفاده ای نمی کند یا به آن اجازه تغذیه شدن نمی دهد. مانند این است که یک ماهیچه انرژی بسوزاند اما از مزایای سلامتی این سوخت و ساز استفاده ای نکند.     آیا بعد از تماشای تلویزیون به مدت چند ساعت احساس خالی بودن نمی کنید؟ چشمانتان به سوزش می افتد و از تمرکز بروی این جعبه بزرگ خسته می شود، حتی قادر به خواندن یک کتاب هم نخواهید بود. پس زمانی که نیاز به آرامش و استراحت دارید، بجای این کار، یک کتاب بخوانید، اگر خیلی خسته اید، موسیقی گوش کنید. اگر با خانواده و دوستان هستید، تلویزیون را خاموش کنید و با هم گفتگو کنید. تمام اینها بیشتر از تلویزیون از مغز شما استفاده خواهند کرد.     ۲- ورزش کنید. شاید فکر کنید اگر بجای ورزش کردن کتاب بخوانید، بیشتر یاد می گیرید، اما ورزش کردن باعث می شود، در ساعتهای بعد از تمرین، بازده شما بالاتر رود و بهتر یاد بگیرید. استفاده از بدن، ذهن شما را آزاد می کند و موجی از انرژی پدید می آورد. روحیه می گیرید و می توانید به سادگی تمرکز کنید.     ۳- کتابهای چالش انگیز بخوانید. بسیاری از مردم دوست دارند کتابهای عامه پسند و تعلیقی بخوانند. اما این کتابها عموما برای مغز محرک نیست. اگر میخواهید توانایی تفکر و نوشتن را بهبود بخشید، باید کتابی بخوانید که شما را وادار به تمرکز کند. خواندن یک کتاب کلاسیک می تواند نگرش شما به دنیا را تغییر دهد و شما را با لغتهای ارزشمند و ظریف تر گذشته آشنا کند. از این که دنبال لغتی بروید که نمی دانید، نترسید، از عبارات سنگین و حجیم آن هراس نداشته باشید. زمان کافی بگذارید و دوباره بخوانید تا با شیوه نوشتن نویسنده آشنا شوید. این نوع کتاب خواندن بهتر از تمام کتابهای نخ نما و تعلیقی موجود در بازار است.     ۴- زود به رختخواب بروید و زود از خواب برخیزید. هیچ چیز به اندازه کم خوابی تمرکز را سخت نمی کند. یکی از رازهای جوانی این است که زود به رختخواب بروید و بیشتر از ۸ ساعت نخوابید. اگر صبح دیر بیدار شوید و برای جبران آن دیر بخوابید، سست و بیحال از خواب برمیخیزید و نمی توانید تمرکز کنید. گفته می شود که ساعتهای اول صبح بهترین زمان برای آرامش و بازده مناسب است. اگر فرصت دارید در طول روز، زمانی که احساس خواب آلودگی می کنید، ده تا بیست دقیقه چرت بزنید. بیشتر از این شما را کسل می کند اما چرت کوتاه شما را شاداب می کند.     ۵- زمانی برای بررسی بازتاب اعمال خود در نظر بگیرید. از آنجا که زندگی ما بیشتر مشوش و گیج کننده شده ، خود ما نیز همواره در عجله و تاب و تب ایم بدون اینکه به آن توجه کنید. تمرکز در این حال دشوار می شود زیرا همواره در حال سرزنش کردن خود هستیم در نتیجه زمانی را برای تنها بودن و بررسی زندگی و سازماندهی افکار و اولویت بندی مسئولیت های خود در نظر بگیرید. بعد از آن بهتر می فهمید چه چیز مهم تر است و چه چیز مهم نیست. سپس چیزهای بی اهمیت دیگر در ذهن شما جایی ندارد و آزارتان نمی دهد و ذهن سبک تر می شود.    www.pickthebrain.com [...]

Great article post about 5 ways to increase intelligence…..Above post contain 5 simple ways anyone can squeeze a bit more productivity out of the old gray matter.

7 Great Personal Development Blogs…

For today’s post I’ve compiled a list of some must read personal development / productivity / life enhancing blogs that I frequently read myself! The list is in no particular order, but I have given 3 recommended readings per blog. Have a …

The changes I have made to improve my intelligence are: consistent sleep, nutritious foods and exercise. I also recommend praying and meditating to God, above all.

Keep in mind that too much stress causes people to lose their mental edge. Slow down, relax, be flexible and go about your business.

“Grin and Ignore it” is my new mantra!

nice words

concerning the fourth tip you gave ,

Our prophet Muhammad [Peace be upon him] told us alike advise:

he told that in the early morning we can find blessing

Loser.
Did you really need to point that out?

呵呵，帮你PP顶！也请来美服代理看看……

[...] 5 Simple Ways to Increase Your Intelligence [...]

You posted this two years ago…I hope you’re happy to see it is STILL being read and appreciated. I’ve just had long drown-out bout with the feeling that I am just the DUMBEST person in the world – I finally resorted to going on-line to see if I could find suggestions on how to improve my focus and increase my intelligence. I even thought that was dumb!! But I’m glad I found this information. There was nothing new and nothing I did not know already. But I did need the reminders. Everything you said was 100% true and I’m planning to put those points in action immediately. Thank You!

Good tips. Good eating habits is also invaluable. Paying attention to what go into your body makes it possible to practice most of the others.

its very important the brain, my father says that and its true. i am only 6 years old and i already know 5 languages ( but not very well of course)because my father teach me what i need to do in order to be happy and to create a good future

ithink all the 5 tips are obviously vital to get good result.i really appreciate………

to me my IQ level is not so good.your comment is convincing.hope for the best.take care

[...] from Pick Your Brain, Feb 15th, 2007 (courtesy of Mercola.com) Your brain needs exercise just like a muscle. If you use it often and in [...]

Nyc nd useful stuff that really helps me out in improving my intelligence. goood keep up

[...] the Brain: 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence. Very simple things we can all [...]

[...] Increase Your Intelligence [...]

[...] brain is often compared to a muscle and if you’re not giving all the parts of it a good, regular workout it’s going to [...]

By far i agree with you in all aspect, as a muslim we are encouraged to always reflect and think about life and its creation. So in essence this has been communicated to us 1400 years ago when the prophet(peace be upon him) came. The mind by far is the greatest privilege human being has been bestowed with. Had we been created with animal instinct as animals, by far now we would have been extinct. Yes am refuting Darwin theory as it never existed.

Hi,

Great article.

I think the TV really causes challenges. I am also conscious of watching it for too much. Really there is so much more that can be done.

Thanks
Matt

Love the site!
I have a very hard time focusing. Also since childhood, it’s always been a problem, also because I got the ADHD. (Even if you don’t believe in those psycological disorders). Everyone can make progress. Thats what I love about this site. Keep reminding me to not open to many doors at once. Start with one

Kris

[...] Originally posted at PickTheBarin.com [...]

Some excellent tips for improving productivity and intelligence thanks

Spend time in prayer and learn to play a musical instrument; preferably guitar or keyboard (full 88 key keyboard) it would also help you from getting somewhat clinically depressed (although some musicians have depression) they have courses online that you can buy for an instrument as well and listen to the type of music you would like to play..very important

beautiful ,after years of trying things out i also have come to things you said

Your brain needs exercise just like a muscle. If you use it often and in the right ways,

It is true that tv kills us, but what about challenging movies?

ye these stuff do really work ……………………………
AND also in my opinion if u have a test or something like wise be away from computer games …………… IT REALLY does make u get low marks

Good thing I don’t watch more than a few hours of TV per week. I think most shows are really stupid anyway.

Forget TV, I find computer activities more interesting and stimulating. At least on a computer you are much more engaged.

good post but i don’t agree watching tv is way to increase your Intelligence because most the information in tv are not accurate you have find real trusted source of information may be like books. thanks for sharing

[...] شما جایی ندارد و آزارتان نمی دهد و ذهن سبک تر می شود. http://www.pickthebrain.com __________________ Life is like an onion you peel off layer after layer and than you find [...]

[...] Increase Your Intelligence. A list of 5 simple activities that will boost your brain power. [...]

Social comments and analytics for this post…

This post was mentioned on Twitter by PJA64X: 5 Simple Ways to Increase Your Intelligence http://xrl.in/2g6k A fine article we can all benefit from….

As a returning student to college after a few decades I began to read about increasing my brain power. I’ve use several methods and found that they work including the ones mentioned here. After reading a list of problems that occur when eating refined sugar I decided to eliminate it from my diet. With the problems after the transition to digital tv, I tuned out by turning off and unplugging the television. Although it’s a challenge with study, the information, “Pick The Brain” has helped.
Thank you

im an athiest :s

10-20min nap? I take At Least that long to get to sleep. Should that be counted?

I agree 100% with the tips above. I would say another tip should be listen to classical music and learn how to play an instrument.I know for my self that this helps increase intelligence (at least for me). After focusing on a complex song and after playing something on the piano, I feel my mind becoming more clear and accomplished.

thanks for the great tips

It’s terrific. Thanks

Masha Allaah! It’s a good one and I find it useful although I listen to classical nasheed of Abu Ali instead of music

I must say that it’s been 7-8 years ever since I more or less quit watching programs in TV despite my increased activity in computers/laptop. I realized that if you adjust screen brightness both in TV and laptop, your eyes don’t get ‘sore’ nor would you feel being drained with empty illusions. Nonetheless, reading books and attaining knowledge are very productive!

I too have felt that watching television can make me dull and reduce my learning power.

I do all 5 simple steps to increase inteligency.

You are right about self control, that’s they key to actually doing any of this stuff

Great Article! There are higher places we can go to as human beings. We all have the potential to create extraordinary experiences in our lives. Taking time to reflect is an incredibly effective way to improve the patterns that run your life. Thinking about what you can do, and HOW you can become more of an outcome oriented individual!

effective amendments, especially for common untamed minds

Great Post! You have yourself a follower!

Very nice and useful article! I didn’t know about the reflecting thing, but I can understand the concepts

But…
What if you watch something “challenging” on TV?
Like Bloomberg, CNN, BBC, Discovery, NGC etc?
In other words, what about viewing television for educational purposes?

really that is great apsolutly loved it man

hi there, well it is a very good thing you are doing. Especially for people who have a strong will to work out and doesn’t know how to begin. One of the tip i.e prefer reading over TV wathing which i haven’t been doing and now from today onwards i will try my best to follow it. Thanks million.
your tips are very simple and yet effective.

great advice although i must say that when you used the word “vegetating” i couldn’t help but laugh. I’ve never seen or heard someone describe a couch potato with an active verb/noun. I almost fell out of my chair. cheers!

Actually if you watch the right kind of channels,such as the discovery or any information related channel, the first point would be invalid. Television can be a great source of information as well and can help in increasing intelligence !!

There are certainly a good deal of details like that to take into consideration. …

That is a excellent point to bring up. …

[...] Click to learn 5 simple ways to increase your intelligence This entry was posted in Uncategorized. Bookmark the permalink. ← Be Understanding [...]

I find it easy to quit when there are fun-ner things to do. Try that! Something that interests you even more… hate reading? maybe read a graphic novel. try learning a new skill, an instrument, crafts, volunteering, helping out your family or neighbors …or more social time. Find something you are passionate about. I doubt you are passionate about television watching, so it’s a habit that could be easy to boot out.

i think watching TV has both negative and positive advantage,but the true is that its negative side is more than the positive side when it become an addiction. however, watching also develop your brain somehow, bcos there are many educative programmes

i think this is great im having major and minor problems like facebook and other things interfering with my studies and i am even forgetting how to spell!because of facebook we spell short way in stead of the whole word ill take your advice i think its great!

lets hope this works <3 ill tell you all if this works i think this is great advice

Oh puleeze. Spending time with the Lord? When will you people stop this crap? You make me want to throw up.

I agree. My attention span is about a minute… no, make that 30 seconds long.

Will somebody please pass me a barf bag?

Since everybody has told me “You can’t study for a test like the ACT or SAT” I decided that maybe by improving my overall intelligence that possibly my score would reach new heights. Although memorization plays a huge role in such test, so does concentration and sleeping habits (as you said). Cutting back countless hours of tv and getting to bed earlier has really made me more confident about taking the test again–and if it hasn’t actually helped me it’s at least put me into a better state of mind! Thanks John!

in one week i want to become the intelligent boy

the best way 2 become intelligent is by absorbing skills from intelligent people around you.

a good and well written article

These are great on number 5 one i also suggest doing journaling just wrighting about your day also gives you a different perspective on your life and off your mind i love it.

Great Stuff Keep It Up

hi….. thnks!!!! nahimoh nko akong research…

^^

in english!!! thank you I did my research….

[...] http://www.pickthebrain.com/blog/5-simple-ways-to-make-the-most-of-your-intelligence/ [...]

Heh, this is pretty bad advice. The most important thing about improving your intelligence, as well as your intelligent memory is doing new things. Doing old things, such as reading a book, doing cross word puzzles, or other things you already know very well won’t help very much, if at all.

Unfortunately, I’m late to sleep, late to rise..I know that it’s a bad habit but it’s ddifficult for me to overcome it. But anyway, those are good tips. i like them.

The article is well written and on its right way, but probably the idea of being Universal as in studying and reading variety of books and seeking connections between them is quite important in becoming intelligent.

I Hope It works becuse i keep practicing till i stop using the computer all the time but i can’t stop using it . any way thanks for the advise. i’ll try doing it all the time.

Interesting article. Not a bad thing to follow those tips! I am sure it will work. On top of all those, I would like to add, mental strength is important and keep looking forward to things – Optimism.

[...] education. This doesn’t mean you need to pursue a doctorate or spend 2 hours reading every day. Self education can be anything that takes you out of your comfort zone. The important part is keeping an open mind and searching [...]

really bad advice, IF IT WASNT TV

I search many media butt i found right answer on this site.

wow, guess I just needed to read it, simple things our parents always told us. I bet brushing your teeth has something to do with acne too. Wow, thank you very much, and if picking the brain is your theme, you have a new subscriber! I look forward to reading more of your posts.

[...] it has a couple points to research further. It’s really more psychology of entroprenours. 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Intelligence Your brain needs exercise just like a muscle. If you use it often and in the right ways, you will [...]

the best way which is simple, straight and short to increase your intelligence is by studying the word of God (bible). because dat is d beginning of knowledge.

howstuffworks “5 ways to get smarter” is also helpful

I think i could agree on this article. Oh c mon I live withouth TV for more than year and a half. A barley watched 10h in past year in a half. Documentaries and so are really good to watch.

Doe i’m increasing my intelligence already two weeks now, even doe i saw this article today. Uum i can say i already have some results( like faster reading, memorizing by studying, better concentration and soo) just because i changed some things, maybe i’ll use some of these advices.

Doe yeah, i’m 17 so in my age is best time to increase it, but yeah, good luck!

It’s really amazine specially excersing tips and reflecting thought alonly to observe urself and priorities to characterized u.

I have been searching for the net for improving my intelligence for quite a while now and i found this site the best:- http://tricksforsuccess.wordpress.com/

I heard learning the piano made people smarter…anybody have any other tips? I really want to increase my learning abilities.

Yes, I would agree that “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.” -Proverbs 1:7 After posting this I know that someone will accuse me of being a “stupid, narrow minded person,” but logically, think about the search for knowledge. Without a God, one could not have the ability to KNOW anything, because everything would be random, purposeless, and meaningless. Searching for knowledge and truth only makes sense in the context of a God because there must be a reason to differentiate between what is correct and what is not.

It’s all true, i’ve realy got alot of work 2 do

Can I just say what a relief to find someone who as a matter of fact knows what they’re talking about on the internet. You especially know how to bring an issue to light and make it be significant. More people need to read this and understand this side of the story. I cant believe youre not more popular because you definitely have the gift.

thanks…I totally agree with you. How to Enhance Your Intelligence

Great advice. Yes, I do agree that TV can lower intelligence. I rarely watch TV and despises reality shows. However, there are some exceptions such as programs for educational purposes. For instance, the history and discovery channels provide various series full of great information. Even a show such as Law & Order can enhance your knowledge on law and police enforcement. Also, only read subjects that you find fascinating to ensure that you can stay motivated especially if the books are challenging to read. Lastly, the most important improvement you can make is to interact with smart (and a positive attitude) people on a regular basis.

one man cannot do anything – one man can do everything.
either you think you can do it or not ,both ways you are right-HENRY FORD.

Thanks to Ajay, I bought this product and its really good:- http://tricksforsuccess.wordpress.com/

Don’t forget nutrition. I know personally that if I don’t get enough natural foods and good lean protein, I’m not as quick mentally.

I also recommend finding your true vocation in life and you will be successful. I’m stuck in a job that does not interest or inspire me. I just kind of go through the motions day by day. I have been at that job for 8 years now and actually feel like I am not learning anything new. The motivation and desire are not there.

i love reading in my spear time, it is better than tv and facebook.

hello i llllooooovvveee rrreeeaaaaddddiiiinnnnggg

Learning the word of God is not the answer. It is quite possibly the most ignorant statement I’ve ever come across. Believing this means that anyone who doesn’t believe in the Christian God is not intelligent. This does not make sense. Increasing your brain power has nothing to do with what your religion is. Personally, I am an Athiest, but I’m not going to go around saying that becoming an Athiest is the first step to increasing brain power or intelligence. I find all religions interesting, in fact, I’ve read the Bible. Interesting story but it lacks a couple of key components, one being that the answer to all our questions is a one word answer, “faith”. Coming from a scientific point of view, faith is blind hope. But just because you have faith in something, doesn’t mean it’s true. Christian’s forget that there are no more facts to back up their beliefs than there is for any other religion. This makes them ignorant. People forget that the only reason why Christianity is so widely excepted is because all of the countries in North America were discovered and taken over by Europeans who were heavily religious. They forced their beliefs on the natives and eventually Christianity was the norm. Had this not happened, we would be living in a completely different world right now. It’s the classic situation in which, majority rules.

So before you go preach to the world about how the only intellects out there are the ones who know the “word of God”, remember that you have no idea what you are talking about. Because let’s face the facts.. Oh wait! Christians don’t consider facts. My mistake.

its goood

hello folks actually its a very nice and interesting article which is written bye john wesly but i dont think watching tv is a defect coz it has both negetive and positive things and except that overall i’ll agree wit u john best of luck

ikut copy ya buat ngisi blog……………thanks a lot for this

ikut copy ya buat ngisi blog………..
thanks a lot for this

Thank you very much for the information! I read every night and can not stop! I had to know if it does anything for me. Now I know I’m helping myself! Thank you!

I tink the 5 steps are Cool!!:)

Exercise is the key. It enhances not only the body but the mind too. It allows us to make use of our mental resources. My personal trainor has been really honest in telling me that if I am not going to do it regularly, I am not going somewhere with my efforts.

Haha. Nicely put, Jeremy!

i know that i knw nothing

nice keypoints. i hope i can apply this one as one of my study habits as a student. =)

vry nice article

HELP!!!!!!!

thanks i liked your artical sometimes people knwo the above things but they are lazy to do it and it is realy simple

I have a pill that increases your intelligence by about 35%. $350 each pill. let me know if u want one. Each last about 8 hours.

jay,

please send me a pill for

consistency has been fully explained in the article is quite descriptive writing and sharing parts of your post I want to share all liked it very much thanks

Jeremy you couldnt be anymore right if your were wrong. But you’re 100% correct. Well put dude. In my opinion, religion in today’s day and age is completely overated, if not watered down, that the bible is now used for what people want it be instead of what it actually is. Modern day sacreligion!
Intelligence has nothing, if anything, to do with the bible, religion or the like. Granted everyone has their own believes and im not one to discredit anyones personal god. But if youre a smart, normal, rational thinking human being then you would know that science overweighs fiction written in a book which has no proof of its contents – i am starving so believing im eating a nice juicy steak would satisify that insatiable appetite instead of actually eating one?! The proof is in the pudding – taste, smell, sight and touch. Blind faith is a recipe for disaster. God i can go on. Good article tho

Jeremy you couldnt be anymore right if your were wrong. But you’re 100% correct. Well put dude. In my opinion, religion in today’s day and age is completely overated, if not watered down, that the bible is now used for what people want it be instead of what it actually is. Modern day sacreligion!
Intelligence has nothing, if anything, to do with the bible, religion or the like. Granted everyone has their own believes and im not one to discredit anyones personal god. But if youre a smart, normal, rational thinking human being then you would know that science overweighs fiction written in a book which has no proof of its contents – i am starving so believing im eating a nice juicy steak would satisify that insatiable appetite instead of actually eating one?! Whats that saying “the proof is in the pudding”. Simply put, blind faith is a recipe for disaster. Good article tho

GREAT!GR8!!I just luv to read this type of articles. thaaaaannnnk uuuu john for spreading u’r amazing,cool&fabulous vies with us.

[...] education. This doesn’t mean you need to pursue a doctorate or spend 2 hours reading every day. Self education can be anything that takes you out of your comfort zone. The important part is keeping an open mind and searching [...]

Well written, but poor content. It’s unfortunate that this is the top result when I search for “how to improve intelligence”. You clearly haven’t made an effort to research the science behind fluid intelligence and the most effective ways to improve it. You didn’t even qualify what you meant by “intelligence”. How am I supposed to measure if your advice works if you don’t tell me what I’m measuring?

Software like Dual-N-Back is little known but has shown to improve fluid intelligence by a significant percentage after a few weeks of use.

Also, studies have shown night owls to be more intelligent than morning people. Just saying

check out megagenius.com for a suggested way to increase intelligence.

Nice Suggestions

I want to become very intelligent and very smart, not remain dumb. I am having a problem of depression and depend on medicines prescribed by a psychiatrist.
I want to be alert, active, and very intelligent.

Please show me the way.

Thanx

This is very good advice and it works for me.

i still don’t do this but i think this is good.

One way to lose intelligence: state the obvious. Or listen to someone stating the obvious.

Meditation is one of the easiest techniques you can learn to refuel your body, mind and spirit. While many of us have heard of the benefits of meditation, few of us actually want to spend the time it takes to learn how to meditate. We often cling to stress, fear and anxiety because we think we need these things in order to function in this fast-paced world.

i think that intlligeneus comes when you are not nervouse or stressed and have all the time in the world to think you can all suck it too jerk offS!

well said but i excepted some more information to improve my intelligence

That is very true I practice in meditation whenever I get some quite time and I feel great after

“Ommm” that was funny to think about lol.

its very nice msg and i’ll follow now.thanks

how can i judge a person weather he is talent or not ,pls help me

I’ll try it

quite time or quiet time? Hmmmmmmm…….speaking of intelligence.

Well!i like Ur technic and i will practice it thax!

pls i do study, but in a short time i find it difficult to recollect what i learnt pls i want to know why thanks

[...] education. This doesn’t mean you need to pursue a doctorate or spend 2 hours reading every day. Self education can be anything that takes you out of your comfort zone. The important part is keeping an open mind and searching [...]

i”ll try it.

i am her dauter.everytime i am trying to be intrusted in studies,and every time i am on the t.v.i am studiying in 6th,and thanx to say me the idea!!!!!.

Great steps

I’m so disappointed by people who judging this article as unfinished or incomplete. Let me tell you that, even nowadays, in the scientific and medical world, brain is still an unknown and unexplored part of our body in some fields. It titled 5 “SIMPLE” ways. As example, most of time, we neglect the fact that staying long time on watching TV weaken our brain capacities, and in my own life I’ve experienced it, so I think he’s right. Try first before judging, then you can argue efficiently!!!

think its good. it adds to knowledge..

Hmmmmm……speaking of being a BITCH.
Did it ever occurred to you that English might not be his/her native language?

Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm…….bitch AND stupid huh? Dangerous combination Sandy.

Ta ta

how do i inrease my ability in knowing what i study..beacause after studing i forget what i learned

These are very realistic and makes sense. Thanks

This used to be a problem for me when I went back to school, when you learn something new try to relate or think of it using concepts you already know, or read over again and again until you get it.

i liked it

Me too. These are all good tips. Keep ‘em coming, John!

that’s a good one.Thanks you

Reading is reading. Whether you are reading a suspence novel or a classic, reading is great mental exercise. I happen to find many classics to be crap. On the other hand I love reading books like The Count of Monte Crisco although it is another suspense novel not much different than reading a suspense novel. For that matter Dumas never wrote those as novels initially. The chapters were weakly episodes printed in a magazine. Alexander Dumas was the original soap opera writer along with the likes of Charles Dickens. My personal favorite writer is Pat Conroy. He to is a suspense writer but I think you will find many other genres in his novels as well. Ironically he would argue that the best way to go is with the classics, but I still believe whether you are reading a suspense novel, classic or a comic book, reading is reading.

Plenty of sleep is a good tip, but early to bed early to is crap. That would indicate anyone working a graveyard shift at work would be by definition a moron. Get six to eight hours sleep depending on your body, I prefer eight to ten hours sleep and obviously learn to lucid dream.

Amen to the meditation paragraph.

Definitely exercise but even more specifically do ATM or awareness through movement lessons. Common sense dictates generic exercise won’t do you much good compared to ATM. You can look up ATM or Moshe Feldenkrais. Open ATM project can. Be googled easily and has many free lessons. If you have back pain or any other kind of pain this is the only exercise gaurenteed to help. Other exercise might help but this will help.

this was really helpful..i turned out that i did exactly the opposite of what has bean mentioned above..!!!

thanks for the article

It really a useful idea.I will have a tiral of this idea as soon as possible as have already frustrated by burberry dresses and burberry men for a long time.Thank you very much for your continously post of effective tips.It really do me a great favor.if you have more information about burberry online shop can you tell me and i also like hermes bags,my boyfriend want me to buy wholesale replica Handbags but i can’t find a shop that sell replica hermes,as i always want to be a burberry women before and i search burberry outlet online for a long time, but i only get the result of burberry purse,then i Walk into marketing and marketing center, to find hermes sale,and i find a good display of hermes Handbags and hermes birkin bags, my sister want me to buy new burberry but i only find replica burberry it really drive me crazy!you know, next month i will marry with my boyfriend and i want to look some tiffany co jewelry and tiffany engagement rings, i search tiffany outlet shop for a long time they are all replica tiffany, so if you find good tiffanys jewelry and pandora jewellery or pandora jewellery beads also cheap nfl jerseys or jersey supply and religion jeans, you can leave a email to me! thank you! Hermes Scarf Hermes Scarves burberry coats nike air max 2011white air maxnike griffey max burberry sweater burberry woolscarf true religions jeans true religion jeans outletbears jersey blackhawks jerseyken griffey shoes
air griffey max
ken griffey jr shoes
air griffey max 2

Pagal Kute

Also depends on what TV you watch… Yes watching housewife’s of  jersey or american idol yeah will dumb you down and thats part of what is wrong with society. Now watch something like Through the Wormhole or How its Made will increase your understanding and knowledge of the inner workings of the universe. Reading is even better but it can be challenging for some that are right brained to understand and myself to stay on a single thought process while reading. Tv with visuals are much more meaningful to me and I hate reality TV, soap operas, and other purely entertainment shows. Dont disregard TV as evil but used under the correct conditions and for the right reasons can be more valuable than a library full of books.

i have not tried it

I love
the “read challenging books” ’cause I read a lot and I didn’t know
that it was a form of exercise. Now I have an excuse not to go to the gym.

- Jack Leak
Customized Fat Loss Review

i dont think reading a book will increase iq rather thinking what is saying and conc. on it would
puzzles and games like chess would

love it it works within a week and so
tahnx uur briliant

I have reached a horrible stage, I think I have became very stupid. I think big part of it is being rather lazy and not interested in over-working my neuron cells. I remember I used to do calculations without much pain before high school but later as I aged, I feel mentally challenged to do so.  Even in my speech I stutter. I feel sad that I have become this way, that’s why, I got myself books and some puzzle game books.
Even memory I feel my brain is not sticky enough to keep certain info stuck in my head.
At times I feel I should check for early signs of Alzheimer but then I say maybe I am not trying hard?
I kind of scared but then I have to be strong. My mom and her auntie, a very old woman in her 80s, can still sing the lyrics of old songs and poems they learned when they were very young. But me, a much younger person is the one who is aging and going all senile.  Seriously, I can not memorize or remember …singing a song has become challenge!
Should I check in for Alzheimer?
 
 

yes these are efficient ways to boos your IQ. But unfortinatly this wont have great results. One succsful way to boost your IQ To go through a program. click below to read and find out more.

http://intellect-booster.blogspot.com/

yes these are efficient ways to boos your IQ. But unfortinatly this wont have great results. One succsful way to boost your IQ To go through a program. click below to read and find out more.

http://intellect-booster.blogspot.com/

I’m very disappointed, you show how to steadily increase one’s intellect with no omission of mediocre info. Sorry, didnt enjoy it.

I also think that it is important to note that while these ideas may help boost intelligence, intelligence does not come from reading and meditating alone.  Intelligence comes from digesting other people’s opinions (not inculcating them into your belief system) and then independently developing your own ideas.  While any college graduate could tell you (at least briefly) about the history and theory of government, very few could actually tell you their own theory of government.  Reading while INDEPENDENTLY THINKING will not turn you into an encyclopedia, but rather  meaningful  contributor to intelligent thought. 

In Pursuit of Truth
http://www.todaysration.com

[...] Increase Your Intelligence. A list of 5 simple activities that will boost your brain power. [...]

thank you for giving a reading tips for me

Solid advice, just wish I could master the early to bed early to rise step, as gets difficuly when you get used to be sat at the computer late into the night

this was amazing and i hope it will help me

Perfect Thoughts..M doing d same thing..spending some 20 days alone n sorting out all d matters which r making me difficult to live..From 1st Oct. Onwards..I’ll Be Back n will be better…

Perfect Thoughts..M doing d same thing..spending some 20 days alone n sorting out all d matters which r making me difficult to live..From 1st Oct. Onwards..I’ll Be Back n will be better…

[...] Your Doctor Isn't Telling You More Than A Runny Nose – Chronic Nasal Congestion In Children  Here are some recent articles and videos that you should find very helpful in understanding and deal…cent articles and videos that you should find very helpful in understanding and dealing with [...]

I really like the fresh perpective you did on the issue. Really was not expecting that when I started off studying. Your concepts were easy to understand that 
Dance shoes Toronto

I am impressed by the way you covered this topic. It is not often I come across a blog with captivating articles like yours.
yritysrekisteri 

I am very enjoyed for this side. Its a nice topic. It help me very much to solve some problems. Its opportunity are so fantastic and working style so speedy. I think it may be help all of you. Thanks,  hair loss

All the contents you mentioned in post is too good and can be very useful. I will keep it in mind, thanks for sharing the information. Keep updating, looking forward for more posts. Thanks. 
a math
 

hello,lol

this is a good tips….. i really appreciated these…..

[...] eyesight naturally ToImproveEyesightNaturally.wordpress.comVideo Rating: 0 / 5 bit.ly – Visit, For More Information If you spend a lot o&#1…watching TV you are most likely short sighted. This [...]

bullshit

your the bullshit

[...] Esta lista foi inspirada aqui.  29 SET 0 Partilhar Artigos relacionadosO que é Kaizen? Categorias: Aperfeiçoamento, [...]

Im now topped to higher grounds!!!

Television is passive consumption it relaxes the body and mind. Watching the news is mentally stimulating, also watching discovery or history channel is more so than a book because it mixes the words with images which are more easily recalled than u would be able to with a book so that was a fail on your part. It more or less depends on what you watch. MTV and BET probably lower your IQ a little lol…especially BET.

hmmmmmm

This looks preety simple. Hope I would be able to follow this. Thanks for the tips.

Gr8

It will improves your energy and memory and to glad to know that is enhance memory and reverse the effects of brain ageing.http://www.antiaging-systems.com/154-pramiracetam

Nothing new, but unfortunately we tend to forget these simple tricks so fast… so thanks!!

nice…. i like it

i think it works. let’s see …

absolutely i love reading books, and books of  history that’s my opinion,
but i’m lil bit slow of it, cause i don’t have the opportunity to  learn as pupls.

impressive tips

so nice write very useful 

Hi , Just one question, I don’t like reading books and newspaper but I like reading online news and other knowledgeable stuff If I continue in this fashion that not reading books and reading online then Is this help me in increasing IQ?

Hi , Just one question, I don’t like reading books and newspaper but I like reading online news and other knowledgeable stuff If I continue in this fashion that not reading books and reading online then Is this help me in increasing IQ?

but how to adhere to these tips?? cant control the mind…. tempting towards unnecessary things…..???

[...] Increase Your Intelligence. A list of 5 simple activities that will boost your brain power. [...]

People working graveyard shifts, aren’t morons, they do what they have to do to earn money. The person writing this article isnt saying that they are morons at all- but the fact is that people who do work graveyard shifts end up having health problems later in life.
And on the reading… the more you exercise your brain the more intelligent you get. Reading is not reading, because sometimes you read without thinking about it- but if you really concentrate on your reading then you are exercising your brain, and therefore increasing mental aquity.
My point is do research before you blatantly put your opinion up here. However, the author HAS done his research- most of this is proven by clinical trials and studies. 

@relativtgenial ,esti roman?

esti roman?

i liked it and probably hope it work best…….

true… simple but exercising… I think i’ll give it a whirl… Thanks!

true… simple but exercising… I think i’ll give it a whirl… Thanks!

Thank you i will use these 5 steps in my life for high school.

am always boring and weak in class

And let people know about this to
http://www.dherbs.com/articles/beware-of-toothpaste-222.html

sleep early?  what if i stay late and still get at least 8 hours in, is that fine?

[...] Thanks a tonAnswers:Be The First To Answer This Question…Got a better answer? Share it below!Karlene R Asked: Whats a quick and fast simple way to treat break-outs?im seeing someone tomorrow ev…bears :SSo any suggestions?i got one, and reese's peanutbutter cups help me, but i was [...]

these all above hints were good. i will follow to exmine it.

These are excellent and i’ve done all these things before, i didn’t realize they made me more intelligent, i knew about excersice, i didn’t know about the fact that time to reflect made you clever, luckily i do that alll the time anyways, and once went for a long walk at night and came back feeling relieved and stress free,  and sleep, that’s interesting too, i knew i needed sleep but today i think i had too much sleep that’s why i was finding it hard to revise, i’m in my room most of the time and don’t like watching t.v alot, only my few fave shows so that’s good and challenging books, i found this A level psychology book , started reading it because i found it interesting but then stopped because i’ve been too busy with triple sciences gcse, i’ve been meaning to start reading it again, now i definitley will because of this, i’m 14 so reading it and the big words would be challening, good website well done.

thats good one … like it

i’ll follow dis

THANK YOU VERY VERY MUCH

THANK YOU VERY VERY MUCH

THANK YOU SIR FOR THAT HELPFUL TIPS, SIMPLE YET VERY USEFUL.

[...] 14 Ways to Procrastinate Productively – 5 Simple Ways to Increase Your Intelligence – 6 Ways to Minimize Interruptions When You Need to [...]

thnx for the tips!!!

wow!!!!!!!!! it’s very helpful………thanks 

This always helps me work my brain http://howtohacklife101.blogspot.com/2011/10/how-to-improve-memory.html

Its known but new.

absolutely right …i m satisfied…

I agree with “stories not facts” because information on the internet is mostly cold, you get the info but that’s it, no attachment to it. That means branding yourself as a real person and allowing readers to connect to what you write is something that can provide great results.

I Tried High IQ Proand could not have been happier. 

Watching the news is mentally stimulating, also watching discovery or
history channel is more so than a book because it mixes the words with
images which are more easily recalled than u would be able to with a
book so that was a fail on your part. It more or less depends on what
you watch http://www.bluehost.co.il/

youtube.com/user/theomij

yep thats mee

Thank you mate! You inspired me with the efficacious steps to rejuvenate the brain. i was wonder how can I connect to you personally, I’m sure we had a lot to talk about, here’s my email : jaxtherax@gmail.com

feel free to drop me a message.

When you said read challenging books, do Nancy Drew and Nicolas Sparks books make you change your view about the world and make you think more precise???Can this books give you more knowledge and make your vocabulary grow wider???

wow,thanks for the tips….. might i ask……if you are not sleep early there have lot of cause about that? and how i can solve that problem ……..

Thats so excellent helps me alot !!!!!!!!!!1

this is reall good it tells u what to do to make my brain smarter and it quite work for  mr so u have to join pick the brain now!

I think your comment was joke at best, right?

Time alone and very less distractions are the very most important ones for most people. Facebook does complete opposite of these two, i bet you if you use fb your mental health will fall unless your like some people who couldnt care about anything. 

these are really  good techniques

this sucks

hamida

thank you for your tips on brain training, i would try and see how good will it be to improve my brain. on the play games and follow the guide line on your thought. on what we should do and what we should not do. thank  you very much.

Definitely some techniques I will be applying to my life. Thank You!!

[...] [...]

i think if a person is diverted towards wrong thing then also it can happnd

[...] John Wesley Source Pick the Brain Share this:TwitterFacebookLike this:LikeBe the first to like this post. from → Uncategorized [...]

..As for ‘easy to bed, easy to rise..’ thing, it doesn’t go well with me.

oooooooaaaaiiiinnnnnnnn…..:(  i dont like it but i will try to try it!!!!!!!!!!

oooooooaaaaiiiinnnnnnnn…..:(  i dont like it but i will try to try it!!!!!!!!!!

This tips is good for human life and i will try to follow this things in my life…..

This tips is good for human life and i will try to follow this things in my life…..

this s  good tips for me to improve my iq 

i take it as a challenge

a good read, thanks i will try and apply this

Hi

I believe you are a moron or don’t read too well. ‘Blab’ said hey said that it would “indicate” that they graveyard shift people are morons. Read buddy and comprehend. 

[...] http://www.pickthebrain.com/blog/5-simple-ways-to-make-the-most-of-your-intelligence/ [...]

hope dis workz

I wouldn’t go as far to say only reading Challenging books will benefit you. Not everyone is going to start out by reading the andromeda strain or a tale of two cities. Any reading regardless of how light weight the novel is will benefit you. Your brain is a muscle and needs excersise like every other part of your body. Jogging is a great work out, but does that mean walking is meaningless and does you no good? You can’t expect a obese person to start off with a marathon, they need to start slow and progress. See my analogy? I think you have some valid points, but you’re incorrect in respects as we such as your number 3 suggest you do. No hard feelings.

Great Post!

Liked it..good tips

it works. now I am learn my all lessons with great efficiency.

Thanks.
I’ll definitely try to make these tips my habit. 

right, clearly and simply. that’s it. one of my favorite articles on pickthebrain. thank you John!

[...] de rezultate, primele dintre ele motivaţionale de doi lei, există şi un reţetar for dummies, 5 simple-ways-to-make-the-most-of-your-intelligence. Am sărit direct la pasul 2, mâine mă duc la [...]

ITS QUITE OBVIOUS TO DO THESE THINGS TO  INCREASE UR INTELLIGENCE

very good i like that

Graveyard people are retarded, kind of….To blahblahbla4 who sounds like a graveyard guy…when you protect something you usually are part of it

[...] education. This doesn’t mean you need to pursue a doctorate or spend 2 hours reading every day. Self education can be anything that takes you out of your comfort zone. The important part is keeping an open mind and searching [...]

i really like..

Excellent article.  Thanks for the information.  :)

Found good piece of information here, Thank you for sharing this helpful
post it is very interesting and read worthy… I like your way of
writing, you break it down nicely. Keeps this informative post coming!
Much appreciated!
I took all the time I could and just attempted to
acquire soccer jersey online
shop. Joaquin Benoit produced
particular among the the league’s meanest hitters, Billy Butler, took a breath,
as well, when Butler
arrived one batter subsequent Inge’s error. There experienced been runners at
preliminary and 3rd and two out as Butler
worked Benoit to 2-2. Avila
and Benoit agreed near to the pitch: slider away. Benoit threw an 87-mph slider
that bent like a boomerang. Butler
swung. He missed. It’s a do-or-die situation,Benoit said.cristiano ronaldo
jersey You’ve obtained the Cheap
soccer shirts online at 3rd base. You’ve
obtained to throw him some thing challenging that appears like a strike and
that he’s obtained football shirts 2012 to miss.

Good web site! I truly love how it is simple on my eyes and the data are
well written. I am wondering how I might be notified whenever a new
post has been made. Whether
shopping for soccer jersey online shop for children, youth sizes or adults, there are a few basics
to remember. Comfort is the key. No matter how flashy or cool a soccer uniform
looks, kids aren’t going to want to play hard in them if they’re uncomfortable
or ill fitted. A soccer uniform must be not only durable but also comfortable
and able to dry quickly. No one likes to play in sweat-logged clothing, and
soccer players are no different. When searching for the right Cheap soccer shirts online, select styles that are
specifically designed to wick moisture away from the skin and are also
lightweight. Well fitting shoulders should also be assured, as is the comfort
and tightness of sleeves. Many football shirts 2012 have been developed in both soccer uniform jersey and
shorts materials, and the amount of information may seem overwhelming.

Very interesting details you have observed, regards for putting up.

You can find 2011-2012
National soccer jersey that you need in your sports stores and you can also
buy them from online stores. At each of these stores you will need to select
the type of soccer uniform that is suitable for your team. After all you don’t
want the uniforms to be tight preventing movement. As there are many different
types of soccer uniforms you should have some fun in choosing Barcelona soccer jersey
that will let you play soccer and feel like one of the many world famous soccer
players

great, like this post. have bookmarked this page. will take time to read this post later. thx.

I had a
date yesterday. I thought it was going well, until I showed up. It wasn’t bad
compared to some of the days I’ve heard about, but still – I had 2011-2012
club soccer jersey, howdy! They were not met. First for some
background. I met him on Saturday night at the clubs. Now I know we were both
drinking, but I didn’t think he could have spoken so well for so long, if he
was tanked. I’ve since found out I was wrong. So, we swapped numbers. As a
joke, he put in his phone as the hot chick. Turns out it wasn’t a joke, he just
couldn’t remember my name. I know 2011-2012
National soccer jersey because at the movies, he asked me
what my name was. Good start to the date. Actually, I lie. The date started
when I saw him. Now, in my mind, this was a date, so I’d made an effort. I was
wearing Barcelona
soccer jersey for God’s sake! His outfit, while matching, could
have doubled as a soccer uniform. And before you say anything, no, he wasn’t
coming straight from a soccer match.

Some things tht will give your brain a boost is something in health, wealth and happiness.   Try to improve ones thoughts.   When the brain is filled with clutter it will not work right.  Try to look at things in many ways.  It will make you see things differently.

Outlet Monclers
Moncler Outlet

2012 New Moncler
Giacche Donna Moncler

Gilet Moncler donna
Moncler Bambini Giacche

Moncler donna Cappotti
Moncler Sciarpa e cappello

Moncler Sciarpa e cappello
Moncler uomo Vest

Moncler Gilet Donne
Moncler Gilet Uomo

Moncler Cappotti Donne
Moncler Piumini Uomot

Everyone is suggesting  so many things only from one side of Behavior. But there is a hidden internal or endosomatic things which  influence the brain and its chemicals. One such chemical is pantothenic acid, which can inculcate interest lines(Faculties inside Brain) on the types of subjects you are geared( Or born with)to do.Eg:- Photography, sports, reading, music, studies etc etc ..Also Many food items eaten in the correct way can influence the brain.

Use punctuation bud.

Thse tips are awesommmmmmmmmmeee

baconize 

EVERYONE ALREADY NO THIS !! You most be a nitwit if you don’t no that watching tv docent help your duuuuuuuuu!

i like this. u really give great tips.

i will try it ! and i m sure tht i wil surely success……*

Awesome mate, this is great !! thanks a lot 

Awesome mate, this is great !! thanks a lot 

Very good, I like it , going to bed early will be a little hard for me, but I will try, thanks a lot
greetings from Chile

[...] Source: CLICK HERE Share this:TwitterFacebookLike this:LikeBe the first to like this [...]

thank you so much for the valuable information!

I think I got stupider reading this.

cool

thanks you put my jumbled thought into concise words.

I have been trying to live like this and use some of the techniques in this article. I just don’t know if it all really works. I have been trying to read a lot more books now but I’m such a slow reader and I get so lost in what I read. I want nothing more in life than to be more cultured in life.

Well Graveyard people are smart “Poop”…..its just that you sleep when they shows their intelligence……”Pooooooop”

Does the first point also applies for computer screen?

Does the first point also applies for computer screen?

I am currently an idiot who craves apprehension of the world from rudimentary arithmetic to Riemannian Manifolds, paleolithic to contemporary, and even universal to the quantum scale. Unfortunately, I am incapable of abstract thinking, inductive and deductive reasoning, and crystallized knowledge. My mental acumen and poor prospects has placed me in multiple situations where I always felt the need to capitulate to the forces of bad grades, low IQ, and my sorrowful lack of social skills. I understand that “good things come in small packages” and endeavor to utilize these tips to benefit the world. These procedures will serve as my guide on the path to knowledge. Thank you from a more intelligent man in the near future.

I am currently an idiot who craves apprehension of the world from rudimentary arithmetic to Riemannian Manifolds, paleolithic to contemporary, and even universal to the quantum scale. Unfortunately, I am incapable of abstract thinking, inductive and deductive reasoning, and crystallized knowledge. My mental acumen and poor prospects has placed me in multiple situations where I always felt the need to capitulate to the forces of bad grades, low IQ, and my sorrowful lack of social skills. I understand that “good things come in small packages” and endeavor to utilize these tips to benefit the world. These procedures will serve as my guide on the path to knowledge. Thank you from a more intelligent man in the near future.

It really works.I’ve cut back on TV and I feel great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Theses techniques are brilliant for getting you in the right minds set for business.
They help me to become successful on-line  so it proves they work!!!

Thanks you, this is very useful information.  Also diet can play a large factor in our ability to concentrate thus affecting our IQ.

wow thats really cool

i think that these 5 ways will be perfect! thanks so much

Agreed, I have had stuck right on tips number one and thanks for reminding I will try not to watch tv while eating.

Don’t forget Eat healthy!

i don’t say  this much often but you guys nailed it.we commin baby…….

not bad i stoped watching TV 5 weeks ago and now i can think more clearly i watch on my lap top wich i think is better and when its buffering the video i mean i read on the net a good book or manga wich comes close to my click tnks for the good advise 

Thank for your commets it’s very usefull for my carrier growth

O.o

these are really good tips

supperb!!!!
best!!!!
fastastic!!!!
ill try it now!!!!

I like the idea of reading challenging books, but could you recommend some examples of what you mean? I read fiction (like thrillers/suspense) because I love creative writing, but would prefer books that would increase my vocabulary. 

all what mentioned here is clearly written in Holy book of Islam, “Qura’an:

walking really worked..

awesome article….

Vote agianst water FLORIDATION in amerca britian cannada and austrilla!!

Re: getting up early – you’re more right than you realise

Psychology Today (followed up by many others) published research not long ago showing that the most intelligent people tend to get up much later than everyone else. In fact, you can predict kids who are going to develop very high IQs, and earn a lot more money, by how late they get up at weekends

Why Night Owls Are More Intelligent Than Morning Larks

http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-scientific-fundamentalist/201005/why-night-owls-are-more-intelligent-morning-larks

And there’s a two-way cause and effect relationship, in that if average people go to bed and get up later, they also tend to score higher – although obviously not as high as people who do that naturally.

So… makes you think the 9-5 working and school days are very geared against the most naturally intelligent/bright people in society. I prefer 8 hours sleep too. Although both getting that much sleep and getting up late negatively effect physical health to a similar degree. Can’t have it all!

Buddy tipps r excellent but for a lay man intelligence means clicking of mind with idea or abilty to scan own memory quickly which make u different from crowd.Ideas u r mentioning are more or less art of living a balanced and happy life so please guide us ….

Most people read books to give advices if i am not wrong!!

Most of the comments are like books these days 

 i hate the less watching TV!

To become a grat person on the earth,someone should follow all the steps given above which will help them to get succses in there life.Realy a nice tips to folliw

all this is true

all this is true

thanks

very nice……….

idk

These are some great and helpful ideas and I think 1 more way to improve intelligence would by watching interesting documentaries. 

Minimize TV Watching :
To my understanding capacity this includes also but not limited to the long usage of computers in writing, drafting, designing ,reading, watching movies, visual musics etc because because one focuses on the light box for the couple of time.

Ur profile name absolutely suits you…u only know to blabber…shall i remind u sth?,’ speach is silver but silence is golden’…john wesley has putforth simple yet effective strategies to improve intelligence..but u were opposing his ideas which i felt unbecoming and blameworthy…i may be excused if i provoked  and offended u…

[...] a list of things that would make us smarter. Here are five simple things, from the awesome blog PickTheBrain, that we can do, every day, to improve and make the most of our intelligence, which apparently is [...]

[...] 5 Simple Ways to Increase Your Intelligence If 31 ways to get smarter is too many, try 5. (Source: Pick the Brain; accessed January 31, 2012) [...]

Haha, my intellignt may will increase accordiing to your methods.

thankk