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Learning new things is one of the best things you can do for your brain. So my latest "new learning" is Mahjong. My neighborhood friends have been playing for years and they are very patiently teaching me.

And I thought Canasta was hard!

Not only does it make you think but it's a great social activity. I'm loving it.

What are you learning new?

How Playing Mahjong Can Boost Brain Health and Support Healthy Aging, According to Experts Like most hobbies, mahjong offers a wide range of health benefits, like fostering a sense of community, in addition to keeping our minds sharp. Learn more about the positive effects the game has on aging.

Introducing: "friction-maxing" 😀🧠

Doing things that are little more challenging. Our brain is designed to protect us and make things easy. So we fall into routine or take the easy way out. Adding more "friction," like following a recipe to cook, or doing a puzzle that you're not good at, or learning something new can help build new neural connections.

It's the "use it or lose it" philosophy.

So, what kind of friction can you make today?

5 ways to add a little inconvenience to your day — and improve your brain Making life harder sounds deeply unfun, but it might be good for your cognitive function.