Unlocking the Secrets of the Brain
Unlocking the Secrets of the Brain
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Unlocking the Secrets of the Brain
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What do you already know about the brain?
Learning Objective
At the end of the lesson you will understand what each side of your brain does, why some people use one side more, and how to use both sides more effectively.
Workbook page 84
Have you ever heard people say that they use one side of their brain more than the other? This claim is based on the fact that each side of our brain is responsible for different tasks and emotions. In life, some people naturally turn to skills found in the left or right part of their brain because it is in their DNA to do this, or because they were raised by their families and educated by their schools to approach life in a certain manner.
What do people say about brain usage?
Use one side more than the other
Only the left side is used
Only the right side is used
Both sides are equally used
Our Two Brains
Your brain has two sides: the left and the right. Each side is responsible for different skills and emotions.
It is believed that the left side of our brain puts reason above all things and deals with logic. It is the part of our brain that enjoys planning things, handles problems in a practical way and pays attention to detail. Generally, the left side of the brain is also described as being better at language, numbers and critical thinking. However, one negative personality trait that the left part of the brain is also responsible for is a person’s aggressive behaviour.
What is a trait of the left brain?
Promotes creativity and spontaneity
Handles problems practically
Enjoys planning things
Better at language and numbers
On the other hand, the right side of the brain is best at expressive and creative tasks, such as music and drawing. Some other abilities that are popularly associated with the right side of the brain include expressing emotions and being sociable and optimistic. People who use the right side of their brain more can be messier when giving a speech or talking to others. They are the idealists of this world. Unfortunately, despite their excellent communication skills, they won’t achieve much without some left-brained organisation.
What tasks is the right side of the brain best at?
Mathematical calculations
Music and drawing
Expressive and creative tasks
Logical reasoning
Left Brain vs. Right Brain
Left Side
Reason, logic, organisation, maths and language are its strengths.
Right Side
Creativity, art, emotion, and social skills are its strengths.
Drag and drop each statement into the correct category:
Left Brain (A) or Right Brain (B).
Logic, planning, and problem-solving
Creativity and artistic expression
Attention to detail and organisation
Expressing emotions and being sociable
Have you ever wondered which part of your brain you value the most? The side you rely on the most is usually the result of your environment and experiences. Doing word puzzles trains the left half of the brain, whereas an art class feeds the right half. The ideal brain is one where both sides are balanced with good connections throughout. After all, people talented in language, maths or art aren’t those who overuse half their brain but those who can use the whole picture.
Which brain side is trained by word puzzles?
Right side
None of the above
Both sides
Left side
Have you ever wondered which part of your brain you value the most? The side you rely on the most is usually the result of your environment and experiences. Doing word puzzles trains the left half of the brain, whereas an art class feeds the right half. The ideal brain is one where both sides are balanced with good connections throughout. After all, people talented in language, maths or art aren’t those who overuse half their brain but those who can use the whole picture.
What is the ideal brain condition?
Overusing one side
Balanced with good connections
Only left side
No connections
Why People Favour One Side
Some people use one side more because of nature, experiences, or how they are taught at home or school.
Negative Traits of the Left Brain
The left side can sometimes make people more aggressive if overused.
The Power of Balance
The most talented people connect both sides of their brain, using skills from each when needed.
Switching Sides
We can choose to use either side of our brain depending on the situation. This helps us face challenges and enjoy life more.
How to Train Both Sides
Do puzzles and maths to train your left side. Try art and music to train your right side.
Once we have achieved a balance between left- and right-brained thinking, we can choose at any moment to graze in the comfort zone of either side. So if you are left-brained in the way you approach life, you can choose at any moment to relax and enjoy life using the right part of your brain. Just because you are imaginative and understand abstract concepts doesn’t mean that you can’t be computer literate or learn to handle facts and figures. Which side of the brain do you choose to use and when?
Reflection : Which part do you use more: left or right? How can you practise balancing both sides every day
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