Build a Brain

OK, what did I come into this

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Do I need this or not? What is really necessary to get the task done? Whether cooking dinner, building a new Lego tower, or creating a spreadsheet, we all need this thinking skill every day - especially if you are my brain surgeon or my car mechanic! 

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The only thinking skill listed in both input and output is this one! Does my brain see how to accomplish small or big tasks and can do them carefully and correctly?

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Hypothetical Thinking!!  

If I know this is true, then what else might be true? The core of creative thinking and good problem solving is this wonderful thinking skill! You want this one!!

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Conserve Constancies - Don’t overthink it! This just means the brain can consider what to recognize or keep (conserve) the same (constant). It might be circles and squares or our calendar. Helping children recognize patterns and consistencies is where this all begins!

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How often do we walk away from a conversation and wonder, “Why didn’t I say…?”  Slowing the brain down just a wee bit and considering how to put our words together is a powerful thinking skill for all of life!

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If only we could remember to do this every day before making a poor choice! On this podcast learn how trial and error is not the brain's best friend! 

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To move away from concrete learning means the brain can see things inside and can use symbols. Holding onto a concept or an idea and learning at the highest levels requires this important brain builder! 

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So does that make sense? Is someone in your life lacking this power tool? Listen in for ideas on how to help them build this skill

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Always late for appointments? Difficulty deciding if you have enough time to complete all the task on your list for today? Managing time is what this thinking skill is all about. Don’t miss this one!

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