The other day, I started rereading a book that I’d put down part way through in the past.
While I remembered a few little bits, I must admit that most of it seemed like I was reading the information for the first time.
Have you ever noticed that?
Maybe you’ve watched a movie or read a book, but then you forgot a lot of what it was about?
That doesn’t mean you’re forgetful.
It’s just how the human brain works.
You’re exposed to a LOT of information every day.
And to be efficient in retaining what’s most valuable, your brain quickly discards information that it doesn’t consider necessary.
In recent years, neuroscientists have increasingly been researching this topic of “active forgetting.”
It seems that the brain considers information worth saving when
- it comes with a strong emotion (especially something like fear – to protect you from potential danger in the future)
- it’s repeated (if it comes up a lot, it must be important)
So in our run-up to the 200th episode of the Sasuga! Podcast, which will be out on November 7, 2022, I’ve prepared a 3-part series to remind you of top tips from our most popular episodes on the topics of confidence and positivity, communication, and productivity – in case you didn’t absorb them all the first time round or you’re a new listener..
In Episode 195 of the Sasuga! Podcast, you’ll hear
- 4 ways to quieten your inner critic
- 3 steps to start to speak confidently
- 4 reasons to recognize your strengths
- 4 ways to stay positive
- The changes that 6 women made – to give you inspiration for what’s possible
Enjoy!
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Mentioned in this episode
Episode 136: 4 Ways To Quieten Your Inner Critic Voice
Episode 145: How I Started To Speak Confidently
Episode 164: 4 Reasons To Recognize Your Strengths
Episode 158: 4 Ways To Stay Positive
Episode 172: The Changes These Women Made!
For women in business in Japan
What if…
… you could elevate your presence, people skills, and performance in less than 3 months?
… you felt inspired and encouraged by 6-10 women like you in a safe and supportive online space?
… you had an experienced bilingual female mentor here in Japan and could ask her anything professional or personal?
Find out how this and more could be possible for you at sasugacommunications.com/wise.
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