[Mind] Building Relationships

To keep mentally sharp, maintaining and building new relationships is a key technique. Relationships not only help stave off Alzheimer’s but also make the second half of our lives more enjoyable. And when we do something enjoyable that taxes our brains, we stay mentally sharp.

Here is a great article about how to improve our communication skills. Many people already have good skills but tweaking them can make relationships more enjoyable. For the rest of us, learning good communication skills is a must. This article entitled 7 Ways To Improve Your Communication Skills, gives great tips. Here is the list.
1. Talk slowly
2. Hold more eye contact
3. Notice the details
4. Give unique compliments
5. Express your emotions
6. Offer interesting insights
7. Use the best words

For more ways to keep your mind active, go to the Feel Great After 50 Mental Energy page.

What do you do to keep mentally fit?

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