Title for your Tracker App: “INTELLECTUAL”

Tracker Description line: “Learn Two”

Your INTELLECTUAL challenge is to learn two “new” things and use them. The range of topics is unlimited. The emphasis is on acquiring “new” knowledge by selecting an area that you are not very familiar with. Maybe you’re interested in learning about home repairs, technology, art, cooking, pet training, a language, a new hobby or a new topic for work. Select a subject you’ve wanted to explore further or a TED Talk you would like to hear. And if you put your knowledge to use, that’s even better— fix something, create something, try it out, or teach someone what you learned. It would be great to hear about your experience, share a brief note or photo with our community on our Facebook page, if you’d like.

BENEFITS: Engaging in creative and stimulating mental activities expands curiosity, strengthens your mind  and actually improves the structure of your brain. Lifelong learners foster critical thinking skills, keep their mind nimble and reduce mental decline. When you learn about a new subject, disrupt your routine, or exercise your mind with puzzles and games, it protects you from negativity and supports the growth of new neurons. Fun fact: novelty can boost memory. You’re more likely to remember things that happened right before or after a novel event that grabs your attention. The reason is believed that the brain releases dopamine when encountering novel situations, which boosts memory.

HOW TO SCORE IT:
1 point per DAY you spend 15+ minutes LEARNING, USING, or SHARING.
To complete the challenge, score 16+ points before the end of the month.
By LAST DAY of month, email your tracker log to: MyChallengeLog@gmail.com