“Cognitive flexibility is an important executive function that reflects our ability to shift thinking and to produce a steady flow of creative… — John J. Ratey Copy Share Image
“study shows that exercise—or at least the resulting fitness levels—can have a powerful impact on that fundamental skill.” — John J. Ratey Education Copy Share Image
“exercise is as effective as certain medications for treating anxiety and depression.” — John J. Ratey Depression Copy Share Image
“The point to remember is that the issue is not nature versus nurture. It is the balance between nature and nurture. Genes… — John J. Ratey Angry man Copy Share Image
“[...] A diet of constant, stimulating activity is the best prescription for our troubles. It keeps the brain in a state of… — John J. Ratey A-users-guide-to-the-brain Copy Share Image
“An imbalance of these neurotransmitters is why some people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) come across as stress junkies. They have to get… — John J. Ratey Procrastination Copy Share Image
“[...] Many people put off doing what they love, or what they know they need to do for themselves, until later in… — John J. Ratey A-users-guide-to-the-brain Copy Share Image
“Over time, regular exercise also increases the efficiency of the cardiovascular system, lowering blood pressure.” — John J. Ratey Blood pressure Copy Share Image
“you are born to move with grace, born to embrace novelty and variety, born to crave wide-open spaces, and, above all, born… — John J. Ratey Open space Copy Share Image
“Genes determine our risk for a disease, but our lifestyle and environment can either trigger or suppress those risks.” — John J. Ratey Copy Share Image
