Therese Huston, Ph.D - How to Upgrade Your Brain

What if you could improve your memory, decision-making, and focus just by making small tweaks to your daily routine? Cognitive psychologist and author Therese Huston, PhD, joins us to share practical, science-backed strategies for boosting brain health at any age. She explains why stress kills creativity, how dancing can actually grow new brain cells, and why older adults often make better big-picture decisions than younger ones. Whether you want to sharpen your focus or protect your memory, this episode offers actionable advice to help you think and perform at your best.

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Chapters

(00:00)
Introduction to Therese Huston, Ph.D

(05:54)
Strategies for Enhancing Creativity

(11:09)
The Role of Emotions in Decision Making

(17:56)
Memory Challenges and Solutions

(28:24)
Creating Connections for Memory

(29:58)
Understanding Brain Changes with Age

(32:09)
The Benefits of Dance for Brain Health

(36:02)
Cognitive Advantages of Aging

(43:08)
Harnessing Binaural Beats for Focus

(51:09)
Practical Tips for Brain Health

Key Moments
“One of the best ways to get creative is to bring your stress levels down.”

“Your brain at 50 or 60 is actually better at big-picture thinking because the two hemispheres are working together more efficiently.”

“Taking a dance class for six months can literally grow new neurons in your hippocampus, which helps memory.”

Connect With Dr. Huston
Website: theresehuston.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThereseHuston

Check out the full interview transcript

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