Table of Contents
Foreword Daniel G. Amen, M.D. ix
Introduction: Becoming Smarter, Sharper, and Much More Alert xiii
Part 1 A Better Mind at Any Age 1
1 Your Brain Can Improve (I'm Living Proof) 3
Three Secrets That Changed My Life
2 Myth-Buster: "I'm Not Smart Enough" 18
My Journey from Unmotivated Steelworker to Memory Expert
3 Myth-Buster: "I'm Too Weak" 33
How a Daily Memory Regimen Transformed My Brain, My Body, and My Overall Health
4 Myth-Buster: "I'm Too Old" 46
I'm Stronger, Smarter, and More Alive-In My Sixties!
Part 2 My Memory Magic Plan 59
5 Welcome to the World of Cogmental Intelligence 61
Combining the Best of Emotional Intelligence with the Study of Mentalism, Memory, Cognition, and Deception Detection
6 Brain-Booster No. 1: Enhance Memory and Sharpen Focus 81
Exploring Brain Games That Exercise Your Gray Matter
7 Brain-Booster No. 2: Rev Up Energy and Self-Esteem 112
Toning Your Body as You Boost Your Brain
8 Brain-Booster No. 3: Pinpoint Hidden Motives 129
Deciphering the "Tells" of Nonverbal Behavior
9 Brain-Booster No. 4: Build Better Relationships 146
The Keys to Unlocking Solid Connections
10 Brain-Booster No. 5: Increase Creativity and Intuition 175
Clearing Away Negativity with Memitation Techniques
Afterword: First Steps Toward a Better New You 206
Appendix 213
Ultimate Brain Games and Memory Exercises
Acknowledgments 231
Notes 233
About the Authors 239