03/09: Improving Fluid Intelligence

BHQ site: (www.brainhq.com)

This week, we talk about intelligence. In particular, we will be focusing on a type of intelligence called fluid intelligence. In our lessons, we will learn about the distinction between crystallized and fluid intelligence, and why fluid intelligence may be far more important to nurture as we age. We will see examples of fluid intelligence in action, and will use these examples to help us to build a plan to improve our own fluid intelligence. You really should view this lesson online, where you will find videos to better explain intelligence and meet an example of someone who has used their fluid intelligence to inspire others. You can also click here to view and download the handout. See the PowerPoint summary here. Afterwards, take this short quiz.

In Physical Exercise, Social Life and Arts Can Keep Your Brain Young scientists have shown that mind training (like BrainHQ), physical activity, continuous learning, strong social life and a deep interest in the arts could reverse age-related cognitive decline, including intelligence.

Brian Good uses some colorful language to capture the gist of Dr. Merzenich's interview, but 25 Ways to Make Your Brain More Efficient actually offers some good examples of ways that we can train our brains to improve our intellectual potential.

In Are We Getting Smarter or Dumber? Dr. Merzenich helps us to define intelligence, reflects on how the internet has affected intelligence, and offers some sound proactive advice on "staying smart."

Zoom Session: This week's Zoom Session will be on Wednesday, March 11th. Take a look at our lessons for this week, to see if you might like to join us for both sessions. Since they are closely related you'll find that the Topics lesson builds upon the Basics. Or drop in to whatever sessions work best for you. Here’s our schedule of events:

6:45-7:00: For ALL! Q&A time about any of the BHQ exercises or navigating the BHQ or class websites.

7:00-7:30: We will focus on the Weekly Basics Lesson about Intelligence

7:30–8:00: We will focus on the Weekly Topics Lesson – Fluid Intelligence in a Crystallized World

First time on Zoom? Just follow the instructions on this Home Page to learn how. Returning students click here to connect directly.

If it’s your first time participating in a Zoom session, you can try it by getting on the site early to see how easy it is to get it set up. We begin our first BHQ Lesson at 7:00, so try getting on at about 6:30-6:45 and call Pat at 619-818-3953 if you have any trouble. You can participate by video and audio, or just listen in by phone. Please let us know if you need help!

Enjoy the lessons, and have a brain-healthy week.

Need help? Contact us at:

Pat Mosteller (pmostell@sdccd.edu) Cell 619-818-3953 - Online classes

Mary Burns (mburns@sdccd.edu) - Online classes

Debbie Flores (dsflores@sdccd.edu) - Cell 619-608-9001 --Online classes & Wednesday AM and PM classes at the Kroc Center

Janet Blair ( blusdbits@gmail.com ) - St Pauls Plaza. Contact for Support and Lesson Review

Yael Lorberfeld (ylorberfeld@sdccd.edu) . Mondays at the Kroc Center, Wednesdays at the College Ave Senior Center (Temple Emanu-El), and Friday mornings at the La Jolla JCC.

Marilyn Kessler (marilynk@ifssd.org) - Mondays at the College Ave Senior Center (Temple Emanu-El)