Keep the Braincells Working

Obviously I think I am much too young to be talking about loosing my memory and letting my braincells go to waste, but to be certain that doesn't happen, I am starting a "brain training" program.  If I am going to "transform myself to fabulous", the brain better be in tip top shape as well.

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....now where was I? Oh yes, apparently exercising the braincells, will not only help our mental focus as we get older, but can also help improve our basic cognitive skills.  I have always enjoyed brainteasers, IQ tests etc., but considering my IQ had declined by 4 points since I got my Facebook account (according to the IQ test on Facebook - I know...very scientific proof...on the other hand, I'm convinced spending too much time on Facebook will do that to you), I figure it's time to start a little braincell boot camp too.  I enjoy playing chess against the computer, which is a pretty good strategy exercise. Problem is, I can't seem to get good enough to beat the doggone thing without using the "undo" button. Obviously something to work on...but for now, I'll be happy with a win even if I have to redo half my game.

After searching for websites where I can "exercise my brain", I picked two sites to try - Lumosity and Brainmetrix. So today I have been clicking on birds, collecting pieces for puzzles, matching squares from previous pictures and completed "speed training"...I got a score, but have no idea if it was good or bad, or if I'm where I should be according to my age or not, but at least now I have something to compare to, and just in case they are really bad, I will keep my scores private. Frankly I'm a little afraid to find out exactly what they mean...it would be really depressing if my braincells are working at the speed of an average 60 year old...

Maybe if I ever catch up on sleep, it will be just a little bit easier to focus (and why don't they ask that as a beginning question?). I started a brain creativity teaser too, but after reading the instructions three times and still not being clear on what I was supposed to do, I figure I'll leave that for tomorrow....after a good night sleep.