Being ‘perturbed’ is a GOOD thing!

Being ‘perturbed’ is a GOOD thing!

Being ‘perturbed’ is usually pretty uncomfortable! You’ll feel unsure what to do next and worried about outcomes. But if you are a physiotherapist, it all changes. Perturbation is the term used by physiotherapists to describe the state when you are...
David Eagleman – three short videos

David Eagleman – three short videos

Popular Neuroscientist, David Eagleman, came to Auckland New Zealand for Writers’ Week. His audience loved hearing him speak of the brain and his work. He sees amazing brain discoveries ahead.   We found three short BBC videos of his you will find...
Try this Quick Brain Quiz.

Try this Quick Brain Quiz.

We found this interactive quiz we think you will enjoy. Click on the picture and see how many you can answer. ( You can take it as many times as you like!)
Gait Speed and Grip Strength: Do they matter?

Gait Speed and Grip Strength: Do they matter?

Older adults who walk quickly (faster gait) have a better life expectancy. Did you know that? Probably it is no surprise to find out that faster walkers will live longer than those who walk slowly. BUT Did you know that grip strength is also a good predictor of...
Is being ‘Mindful’ a Fad?

Is being ‘Mindful’ a Fad?

Remember when meditation was viewed with mild suspicion? Slightly ‘left of centre’? And for hippy types from the 60s? All that has changed.   Research now confirms what wisdom traditions have known all along: Meditation is good for your brain, body and emotional...