Podcasts about procedural memory

Do you ever find yourself asking: Is this brain fog from menopause, normal aging, or the start of something more serious? If so, this episode is for you. With so many of us seeing parents struggle with cognitive decline, these fears are valid. But not all forgetfulness is the same—and in this episode, you'll learn what's normal at midlife and what might signal something deeper.What to Listen For[00:03:00] What's normal forgetfulness in your 50s.[00:04:00] How menopause and hormonal shifts affect your brain's attention and working memory.[00:05:00] Other potential causes of brain fog that you might not have considered—like post-COVID inflammation and thyroid issues.[00:06:00] How memory changes in your 70s and 80s differ from those in midlife.[00:09:00] What's never normal at any age when it comes to memory—clear red flags you should know.[00:11:00] The four stages on the memory loss spectrum—from normal aging to dementia.[00:12:00] The key difference between brain fog and Alzheimer's that many people miss.[00:16:00] Why heart health and metabolic health matter so much for your brain.[00:17:00] How your daily choices have more power over your brain health than your genetics—and what you can start doing today.In this episode, you'll learn how to spot the difference between normal memory issues and signs of cognitive decline—plus why midlife is your window of opportunity to build a healthier brain.

Why do some memories last forever, while others vanish the moment you walk into a room? In this episode, we break down the neuroscience behind memory—how memories are created, stored, and retrieved—plus how menopause, stress, and sleep impact what you remember and forget.What to Listen For:[00:02:10] The 3 essential stages of memory: encoding, consolidation, and retrieval—and how they work[00:03:45] Why multitasking and distraction destroy your ability to remember[00:05:10] How your hippocampus acts like a Lego master when building memories[00:07:00] Why poor sleep can sabotage your brain's ability to store memories[00:08:45] The surprising way every recall changes your memory (hint: it's not a replay)[00:10:00] How estrogen supports your memory (and what happens when it drops)[00:11:10] The four types of memory—and why working memory fails first in menopause[00:13:00] How procedural memory explains why people with Alzheimer's can still play piano[00:14:30] Memory loss red flags: what's normal vs. what's not[00:15:50] What science says you can do right now to support your brain through hormonal changesCognitive decline isn't inevitable. By understanding how your brain stores and retrieves memories—and how menopause can impact each stage—you can take meaningful steps to protect and improve your cognitive health. 

Ever wonder why you can still remember your home phone number from childhood, but forget someone's name seconds after meeting them? That's not memory loss—it's your memory systems doing exactly what they're designed to do. In this episode, I'm breaking down the four main types of memory, how they work, and why understanding them is essential for protecting your brain health, especially during menopause.What to Listen For[00:01:00] Why memory isn't a single process—and what that means for brain fog and forgetfulness[00:02:00] The top 2 myths about memory (and what science says instead)[00:04:00] How forgetting can actually be a healthy brain function[00:05:00] The difference between sensory, working, and long-term memory[00:06:00] What working memory really does—and why yours may feel overloaded lately[00:12:00] What episodic memory is and why it's the first to decline with Alzheimer's[00:15:00] The role of semantic memory in remembering facts and concepts[00:18:00] Procedural memory and why Alzheimer's patients can still play piano[00:22:00] How all your memory systems work together, like a jazz band[00:23:00] The impact of menopause on memory and the role estrogen plays in brain healthWhen you understand how your memory systems function—and how they're affected by things like menopause and stress—you can take meaningful action to support your brain.  

Hypnosis and Therapy: Implicit & Explicit Memory and Healing the mind.   I'm excited to have award-winning hypnotist Christian as my guest today. We talk about his unique approach to hypnosis and how our professional relationship thrives despite differing viewpoints. We discuss the profound impact of hypnosis on people's lives and explore the roles of implicit memories and procedural memory in shaping behavior. Whether you're curious about hypnosis or interested in how Christian supports the transgender community, there's something here for you.  00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:57 Christian's Background and Approach 02:32 Journey into Hypnotherapy 04:19 The Power of Hypnosis 05:24 Transition from Ministry to Hypnotherapy 07:01 The Impact of Hypnosis on Clients 16:43 The Role of Self-Work in Hypnotherapy 24:28 Understanding Implicit and Explicit Memory 29:06 Understanding Implicit Memory and Trauma 29:48 Procedural Memory and Adaptive Behaviors 31:23 The Role of Explicit and Implicit Memories 33:18 Hypnosis and Accessing Implicit Memories 34:42 The Impact of Early Childhood Experiences 38:01 Neurological Encoding of Trauma 41:07 Integrating Traumatic Experiences 47:30 Supporting the Transgender Community 55:42 Final Thoughts and Resources  

A Note from James:"Get Better at Anything: 12 Maxims for Mastery." I first met Scott Young nearly ten years ago when he completed all the requirements for a four-year MIT degree in computer science in just 12 months. He's an expert at learning things quickly and recently authored the book "Get Better at Anything: 12 Maxims for Mastery."I had the opportunity to sit down and talk with him, as I'm always interested in learning and mastering new skills. Scott Young excels in this area, and we discuss it thoroughly in this episode.Episode Description:In a vibrant dialogue that traverses the breadth of learning, James Altucher and Scott Young dissect the complexities of acquiring new skills across diverse fields. From Scott's pursuit of an MIT degree in a record-breaking year to effective strategies for mastering anything, this episode is a treasure trove for anyone looking to elevate their learning game. James explores the psychological underpinnings and practical applications of learning principles, drawing on examples from chess, writing, acting, and more to illustrate the multifaceted nature of learning and mastery. Scott Young provides insights from his book, offering listeners a blend of storytelling, scientific research, and personal anecdotes. Whether you're a lifelong learner, an educator, seeking to break through personal boundaries, or simply curious about the mechanics of mastering new skills, this episode is a compelling journey into understanding how we learn best.Episode Summary:00:00 Introduction to Mastery and Learning Quickly00:08 Scott Young's Journey and the Art of Ultra Learning01:57 The Science of Learning: Insights and Strategies05:43 Exploring the Role of Talent in Learning06:56 Case Study: Annette Oberstadt's Poker Mastery17:56 The Importance of Quantity and Practice in Mastery24:25 Understanding Chunking and Pattern Recognition29:38 The Power of Variability in Learning33:36 Applying Knowledge: The Challenge of Retrieval35:39 Unlocking the Basics: Starting Your Learning Journey35:51 Deep Dive into Learning Piano: Strategies and Pitfalls38:12 Exploring Creativity in Music and Writing40:41 The Role of Theory in Creative Mastery45:40 Learning Across Lifespans: Adapting and Overcoming46:45 The Power of Procedural Learning and Memory Systems01:01:41 Harnessing Improv for Acting: A Unique Approach01:04:57 Aging and Learning: Cognitive Shifts Over Time01:10:29 The Joy of Learning: Flow, Mastery, and Well-beingScott Young's website: Scott H. YoungGet Better at Anything: 12 Maxims for Mastery by Scott Young: https://www.scotthyoung.com/blog/getbetter/Harlan Ellison: Information about the writer can be found on WikipediaThe Hero With a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell: Find details on WikipediaOctavia Butler: Learn more about the author on WikipediaClarion Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers' Workshop: More information can be found on their official websiteArthur Brooks: Discover more about his work on his official website ------------What do YOU think of the show? Head to JamesAltucherShow.com/listeners and fill out a short survey that will help us better tailor the podcast to our audience!Are you interested in getting direct answers from James about your question on a podcast? Go to JamesAltucherShow.com/AskAltucher and send in your questions to be answered on the air!------------Visit Notepd.com to read our idea lists & sign up to create your own!My new book, Skip the Line, is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever books are sold!Join the You Should Run for President 2.0 Facebook Group, where we discuss why you should run for President.I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and learn what I learned at jamesaltuchershow.com------------Thank you so much for listening! If you like this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe to “The James Altucher Show” wherever you get your podcasts: Apple PodcastsiHeart RadioSpotifyFollow me on social media:YouTubeTwitterFacebookLinkedIn

In this episode, Dr. Melanie Uhde of Canine Decoded (Canine Neuroscientist) discusses the topics of arousal, motivation, and learning in dogs. She explains how arousal affects search efficiency and the role of dopamine in the brain. The conversation also explores the impact of anticipation and cue-induced excitement on behavior. Additionally, Dr. Uhde addresses the lack of research on dopamine in dogs and the challenges of studying brain function in live animals. The episode concludes with a discussion on freezing behavior and its connection to anticipation. This part of the conversation explores the importance of zero and novelty in detection training, the contextual learning process in detection dogs, and the introduction of novelty and distractions in training environments. It also delves into the concepts of memory and inference in detection dogs, including spatial and procedural memory, working memory, and explicit and episodic memory. The impact of memory on odor recognition and the relationship between training frequency and memory are discussed, as well as the role of focus and distraction in memory formation. In this conversation, Melanie and Cameron discuss various topics related to dog behavior and training. They explore the similarities between ADHD and autism in dogs, highlighting the importance of motivation and focus in training. They also delve into the concept of variable reinforcement and its benefits in dog learning. The conversation touches on the genetic aspects of memory and whether it is possible to breed for specific memory capabilities. The idea of a 'smartest breed' is challenged, emphasizing that intelligence comes in different forms. The discussion concludes with a conversation about the timing of introducing odor to puppies and the potential risks involved. Overall, the conversation provides valuable insights into dog behavior and training.You can find Dr. Uhde at http://www.caninedecoded.comChapters00:00 Introduction and Background07:39 Arousal, Motivation, and Learning11:15 Effects of Arousal on Search Efficiency25:37 Dopamine in Dogs28:14 Arousal and Behavior in Different Contexts32:30 Freezing Behavior and Anticipation36:39 The Importance of Zero and Novelty in Detection Training38:47 The Contextual Learning Process in Detection Dogs41:35 Introducing Novelty and Distractions in Training Environments42:34 Memory and Inference in Detection Dogs45:42 Spatial and Procedural Memory in Detection Dogs47:05 Working Memory in Dogs49:56 Explicit and Episodic Memory in Dogs50:55 Implicit and Episodic Memory in Dogs53:46 The Impact of Memory on Odor Recognition57:48 The Relationship Between Training Frequency and Memory01:00:26 The Role of Focus and Distraction in Memory Formation01:09:36 ADHD and Autism in Dogs01:11:09 Motivation and Focus in Dogs01:14:13 Variable Reinforcement01:17:34 Memory and Breeding01:25:55 The Smartest Breed01:28:17 Early Introduction to Odor01:33:32 Developmental Stages and Risk01:37:42 Finding Melanie

I have a friend who is a famous online marketer. Last week he sent me an observation I found interesting. It occurred to me that you might find it interesting as well.“Now that targeting is pretty much dead on Facebook and Instagram, I have a theory that the rules of reach and frequency that have always applied to radio will also apply to social platforms as they shift away from micro-targeting and toward looking more like mass media.”[Frequency means repetition. – editor]And then he asked a question.“Can you remind me again what your magic formula is for reach and frequency when buying radio ads? I know this is a bit like someone asking me how to spell SEO, but this came up in a conversation I was having with a buddy the other day and I felt stupid that I couldn't remember it.”Happy to help. Here's what you're looking for:APE = Advertising Performance EquationShare of Voice x Impact Quotient = Share of MindShare of Mind x Personal Experience Factor = Share of MarketShare of Market x Market Potential = Sales Volume1.Share of Voice: How much of the noise in your category in your marketplace is your noise? (All media combined, including word of mouth)2.Impact Quotient: The average impact of a message in your category is 1.0. If your ads are 30% better than average, you score a 1.3. If your ads are 10 percent weaker than average, you score a 0.9 … the Impact of your message can accelerate or reduce your Share of Voice3.Share of Mind is the percentage of real estate you own in your category in the mind of the average customer.4.Personal Experience Factor is likewise measured with a 1.0 being, “exactly the experience your customer expected.” Anything above a 1.0 is a delight factor. Anything below a 1.0 is depth of disappointment. Online reviews are just measurements of a customer's Personal Experience Factor5.Share of Market is your sales volume as a percentage of the total sales available in your category, in your marketplace.For a message to enter Declarative Memory (mid-term memory – longer than Working Memory – but not yet Procedural Memory, which is involuntary, automatic recall,) a message should be repeated to the same individual at least 3 times within 7 night's sleep. Further research has lowered this number to as little as 2.5 repetitions per week.The more memorable the message, the less repetition is required. Therefore, the only way to beat the system (Google) and save money is to create messages that are highly memorable. NOTE: Any limited time offer with a call-to-action is erased from declarative memory when the “limited time” window is closed. This is why you cannot build a brand with Direct Response calls-to-action.To become a household word and enter long-term Procedural Memory, you need to hammer your message into the mind of your target at least 2.5 per week for at least 3 years. But even then, it will fade within 24 months after your ads disappear, assuming that your ads have only the average 1.0 Impact Quotient. But a message – or an experience – with a significantly higher Impact Quotient can enter Procedural Memory and become automatic, involuntary recall, with only a single repetition. PTSD is an example of this.The key to absolute category dominance is to elevate your Impact Quotient and Personal Experience Factor to numbers above 2.0.In other words, you've got to have awesome ads and deliver an amazing customer experience.But you already knew that.“This is perfect. Thank you. Have any of your partners tested APE in social ads (FB, IG, TikTok, etc.) to see if the numbers hold up? I would have to assume that Share of...

Welcome to the Advanced Endurance Coaching podcast here this show is for you, the daily runner. Your benefit: Improve self - awareness/- worth/- confidence It's to you that I want to appeal to you, yes you, life is too short to just go on a couple of runs. Or just running for a while same pace same place same old…Here we talk about - developing a strong and helpful attitude- building mental stamina- your goal setting- your tenacity "Based on WHAT? Who are you?". Fair question, good question actually. It's based in principles that Jesus taught. Why are Christian values important?A value or ethic is a principle or standard about what is important in one's life. Therefore, Christian values are the principles that a follower of Jesus Christ holds as important—the principles of life that Jesus taught. Whatever situation you're currently facing, whether you are injured, perhaps even feel depressed because you haven't been able to go for a run for so long, or you are just feeling demotivated, there seems to be no enthusiasm or drive even thinking to go for a run. We all have this sometime. Sort of like writes block but for runners'. And then the alternatives to running they just grow in size. They just become bigger and better. What THEY, well the reasons for not going. The logic for not going reveals itself so clearly that it's a surprise you ever managed to go for a run in the past. LOL. Skipping Tuesdays run, sloppy Thursday, and what supposed to be a long Saturday run turns into a short obligatory outing. And next thing fitness is slipping, enthusiasm is gradually diminishing. Obviously, the harder it gets, the higher the resistance is, and if you have lacked motivation before good luck finding it in those excuses. This can an happen to anyone, no matter how skilled or experienced they might be. What does this mean for your running? Here some useful links. Your “how to do it” run streak Run 365 Days: Your 365 Day Run Streak Brain Training For Runners': Your Mental Guide To Better Running. Improve your discipline Accountability Coach. Add swimming to your run Become a better swimmer. Follow us on INSTAGRAM. Follow us on TWITTER. Follow us on YouTube. More about your HOST. Train your BRAIN become a better runner.

In this episode, Dr Amanda Potter will share some insights into the Psychology and Neuroscience of habits and will look at simple 5 step approach for identifying and embedding healthy habits. Amanda will also look at the importance of healthy habits for managing stress and the role of Physical Intelligence in helping to make the habits unconditional or context independent.  In this episode, Amanda is being interviewed by Tim Hepworth. The Chief Psychology Officer website is now available https://www.thecpo.co.uk/To contact Amanda via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/amandapotterzirconTo contact Amanda via email: TheCPO@zircon-mc.co.ukTimestamps Healthy Habits 00:00 – Introduction to Healthy Habits 00:31 – Personal importance of this Podcast 01:39 – What defines a Habit? 01:57 – Most of what we do are Habits 02:23 – More than 85% of our time is habitual; requires minimal effort This Podcast is starting to become a Habit… 02:59 – How do Habits come about? 03:18 – Unconscious & Unaware 03:45 – Context Independent 04:04 – Is it difficult to make new Habits? 04:31 – It has to be intentional 04:44 – 5 simple steps 05:08 – Neuroscience; we love it 05:23 – Habits are basically learning 05:48 – Limbic Friction 06:07 – Fighting with ourselves 06:39 – Autonomic Nervous System 06:57 – Should I, or shouldn't I 07:36 – Neural circuitry and our own programming language It's all Chemical 08:10 – Getting through the day 08:31 – Dopamine 08:57 – How much does it cost? 09:11 – Tyrosine 09:30 – Workplace Habits 10:25 – Achieve a Goal 10:39 – Identity based Habit 11:06 – Walking the dog is a start 11:30 – Lynch Pin Habit 12:11 – Good vs. Bad Habits 13:12 – It comes from a good place… 13:48 – Reference to Burnout 14:46 – Balance in your life 15:04 – Strength of whether something is a Habit or not 15:52 – Context Independence II 16:10 – Tips on creating Healthy Habits 17:05 – Visualization 17:15 – Procedural Memory 18:39 – Micro-habits 19:19 – 5-6 Mini-Habits Gotta love the science; It's the start of something new… 20:43 – Starting your day 20:50 – Epinephrin, Dopamine & Cortisol 21:13 – Alert, not Anxious 21:39 – Refer back to Dopamine foods 22:17 – The Importance of Sleep; zzz 22:39 – A good nights sleep for the next day 23:14 – 21 Days 24:09 – The key to creating a habit; 21 Days 25:01 – The start of a promising experiment The Habits we want, and how they change us 25:32 – Tiny Habits by B.J. Fogg 25:49 – Habits you want, not what you should have 26:07 – Lower the bar… 26:39 – When do we practice new behaviours? 27:16 – Do I reward myself? 27:44 – New Habits = changed person 28:14 – Reflect on what we have achieved 29:02 – Save the Planet 29:47 – Reviewing our success, rewarding ourselves & changing our beliefs 30:37 – Last Tip for the day 30:59 – Do I want to do it? Can I do it? & what action will produce the greatest impact? 31:36 – The end. 

In this episode learn about the Montessori principles of procedural memory, using familiar materials, and choosing meaningful activities as you care for your person with dementia. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Brian, good thoughts!The https://healthtransformer.co/the-neuroscience-of-behavior-change-bcb567fa83c1 (Neuroscience of Behavior Change) link you sent was a great explanation of what Dr. Alan Baddeley calls “Procedural Memory.” You will recall this from The Magical Worlds Communications Workshop at Wizard Academy. Working Memory is consciousness, imagination, the thought you are thinking NOW. Semantic Declarative Memory contains things you can remember, but you cannot remember how or when you learned them. Episodic Declarative Memory is like Semantic Declarative Memory, except that you can remember the episode; the how and when of the learning. Procedural Memory is long-term, involuntary, automatic recall. It is electrical memory aided by chemical traces along the neural pathway. A perfect golf swing, the movement of fingers by a typist or a concert pianist, or the automatic recall of an advertiser's name; all these are positive expressions of Procedural Memory. Procedural Memory = Salience (impact or relevance) x Repetition. The greater the impact of the message, the less repetition is required. And keep in mind, repetition costs money.The Short-Term Goal of the Direct Response Ad Writer is to speak to an immediately-felt need of the customer who is currently, actively in need of the product or service in question. The Short-Term Goal of the Future Needs Ad Writer is to create Episodic declarative memory by saying or doing something new, surprising, or different, so that future recall of the episode might be established. To do this, the ad writer must make the reader/listener/viewer smile, laugh, cry, become nostalgic, become fearful, or get angry. This is because emotion triggers adrenaline and adrenaline is the biochemical adhesive that creates those chemical traces along the neural pathway. Information without emotion is of limited value. The Long-Term Goal of the Future Needs Ad Writer is to deliver a series of salient messages with enough repetition-over-time to create Procedural Memory, but without any of the negative associations that come with anger, sorrow and fear. So now you understand PTSD. It is simply is a negative expression of the long-term, involuntary, automatic recall known by neuroscientists as Procedural Memory, a product of Salience (importance, relevance, or surprise) times Repetition. With enough salience, a repetition of only one is sufficient to create Procedural Memory. Always good to hear from you Brian! Oh. One last thing: Those of you who didn't see https://www.mondaymorningmemo.com/reentry-2021/ (Brian's email to Indy Beagle) in last week's rabbit hole were likely intrigued by the new, surprising, and different opening of today's Monday Morning Memo: “Brian, good thoughts!” “Am I reading a private email to someone named Brian?” Or you may have wondered, “Brian who?” or if your own name is Brian, you may have asked, “How is the wizard personalizing the main body of the Monday Morning Memo to each individual reader?” In any case, those opening 3 words achieved reader/listener/viewer engagement, the first step in The Short-Term Goal of the Ad Writer. Aroo, Roy H. Williams

If your loved one is living with Alzheimer’s Disease, there may be days where you just feel helpless. It might seem like no treatment is working, that your loved one’s struggles with communication and mood swings are only progressing, with no end in sight. Alzheimer’s can be a devastating disease – but there are ways to possibly help patients meet those milestones – to encourage communication, peace of mind, and even joy in patients and their loved ones. One way is through music. Believe it or not, the effect of music on Alzheimer’s patients has been studied carefully for decades and has been found to be one of the most effective ways to help patients with communication, mood, and memory. While music is no cure from Alzheimer’s, it is a medicine-free treatment that can make an enormous difference for both patients and their caregivers. For patients with Alzheimer’s, peace can be hard to come by. Alzheimer’s is a progressive neurological disorder that impacts language, memory, thinking, movement, problem solving, and personality. That’s a long list – so you can only imagine how difficult it is for patients to lose control of their basic abilities until they cannot perform daily tasks anymore. The disease is as frustrating as it is debilitating, as heartbreaking as it is exhausting, and patients will often face severe confusion, anxiety, and even depression. People with Alzheimer’s have an increasingly difficult time communicating. Language gets lost as confusion and memory problems get more severe – and eventually, your loved one could lose their ability to speak at all. Without being able to communicate, it can be impossible to understand how your loved one is feeling, what she needs, and what she wants. That can make the act of caregiving, or even of spending time with your loved one, particularly challenging. It can be devastating for you and your loved one when your loved one can’t communicate what they need – and you just want to make sure you are taking good care of them, that they are comfortable and content. While music cannot help a person speak in full sentences again or fully recover their communication – it has been proven to help a person express herself – among a myriad of other positive things. For a person with Alzheimer’s, this is a really big deal, and can mean the difference between discontent and frustration and peace and joy. Today, we’ll dive into how music helps patients with Alzheimer’s – and what you can do to use music to help your loved one. From the research that proves just how effective this form of therapy is, to how and when to use it, we’ll cover all you need to know about music and Alzheimer’s disease in today’s episode of All Home Care Matters. Jeff Anderson, MD, PHD, and associate professor of radiology at University of Utah Health, was a contributing author of a study on how music can help patients with dementia and Alzheimer’s. “People with dementia are confronted by a world that is unfamiliar to them, which causes disorientation and anxiety,” he told reporters following the study, “we believe music will tap into the salience network of the brain that is still relatively functioning.” Sure enough, that’s exactly what the study found. Patients underwent MRI brain scans as they listened to both music and silence. The music chosen was specific to that patient’s life – a list of songs that caregivers and loved ones believed would be especially meaningful to them. Through the brain scans, researchers found that when music was playing, the brain seemed to be awakened. According to Science Daily, the results of the study found that, “by listening to the soundtrack, the visual network, the salience network, the executive network, and the cerebellar and corticocerebellar network pairs all showed significantly higher functional connectivity.” In short, the brain imaging showed that listening to meaningful music can activate the brain – perhaps making symptoms more manageable and improving the quality of a patient’s life. This study only researched 17 patients – but it is one of dozens that has tackled the subject matter – and found overwhelmingly positive results. A similar study at The University of California at Davis found that music lessens the aggressive behaviors of Alzheimer’s patients and decreases the amount of medication needed. This study followed 4,107 patients in 265 nursing homes across California. It found that “the use of antipsychotic drugs declined by 13% and anti-anxiety medications declined by 17% each quarter for residents with dementia using the music program. The odds of depressive symptoms decreased 16% per quarter and the odds of reported pain decreased 17% per quarter. In addition, the number of days on medications declined by 30% and aggressive behaviors reduced by 20%.” So, why does music work so well for dementia and Alzheimer’s patients? Well, for one thing, our musical memory is stronger than the part of our brain that stores names, faces, and words. Ever listened to a song you hadn’t heard since high school and been surprised when you remembered every lyric? The same is true for dementia and Alzheimer’s patients. In some cases, patients with dementia have been able to complete full songs on the piano, even when they struggle to communicate anything else. That’s because music – along with the muscle memory that makes it so hard to forget how to ride a bike or throw a ball – is known as Procedural Memory. Explicit Memory is what stores other information – like faces, names, events, and reasoning. So, when a dementia patient forgets aspects of their Explicit Memory, their Procedural Memory often remains unaffected. Research has found that for some patients – particularly those with musical backgrounds themselves – have a preserved response to music, even after their dementia is in its advanced stages. According to Practical Neurology, “familiar tunes and lyrics can be recognized across all stages of Alzheimer’s Disease. Due to bonds formed early in life between highly familiar tunes and lyrics, the ability to recognize such information is very functional in individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease.” Now, this doesn’t mean that a person with Alzheimer’s will be belting out every lyric of an old favorite song – but it does mean that the song may illicit a reaction – like a smile, a laugh, or even dancing – from a patient. In some cases, a patient will sing along to the lyrics – even in the late-stages of Alzheimer’s.  Music helps people with Alzheimer’s recall memories and emotions – especially in the earlier stages of the disease. This is because in addition to music being stored in a different section of our memory, music also evokes emotion. According to neurologist Oliver Sacks, “music evokes emotion, and emotion can bring with it memory…it brings back the feeling of life when nothing else can.” In addition, music aptitude and appreciation are abilities that last in Alzheimer’s patients even after many other abilities have deteriorated. That means that a person can be reached through music even after other means of communication are lacking. So, music is sort of a window to the soul in this way – a way to connect on a personal level with a loved one, when other methods have not succeeded. Emotional connectivity is especially meaningful in the later stages of Alzheimer’s, after a person has lost the ability to engage physically and emotionally with a loved one. When a patient listens to music, they might dance – which can lead to touching, hugging, or even just a level of togetherness they have not felt in some time. Socialization, especially meaningful socialization in the form of human contact, can help a person have an increased quality of life – and make them feel at peace and contented. This also helps with communication. Music is a way for a person to communicate without needing to speak. They can indicate how they feel by reacting to a song. When they come to life through music, it’s because they feel connected in communication in a way they simply aren’t without the use of music. It’s not just listening to music. Many folks with Alzheimer’s or dementia take music or singing lessons or engage in interactive music therapy. Singing and playing an instrument exercises the brain in an engaging and fun way for patients. The more a brain is exercised, the stronger and healthier it will be. Music also works wonders for stress and anxiety – both prevalent in Alzheimer’s patients. Music engages the parts of the brain involved in cognition, emotion, socialization, and even motor functioning. Music decreases stress and anxiety in people across all walks of life, and Alzheimer’s patients are no different. The calming and familiar sound of music can help a person feel safe and secure, nostalgic and even joyful. This is so important for Alzheimer’s patients because so much of the world feels unfamiliar to them as they lose their memory and grip on reality. Music can keep them grounded, help them to feel at home, even in the late stages of the disease. It’s not surprising, then, that music can help a great deal with changes in mood and agitation. Mood swings are ever common in Alzheimer’s patients, and they can be especially difficult to know how to solve. It’s heartbreaking and frustrating when our loved one lashes out, suffers a meltdown, or becomes paranoid – and most people will try anything to keep these mood swings at bay. Mood swings occur, in part, because patients do not have a grip on their surroundings, and become panicked, confused, and disoriented. They are exacerbated when people react in harsh, angry, or frustrated manners, and can usually be calmed when people react in a soothing, understanding tone. By playing meaningful, thoughtfully chosen music for a patient, their grip on reality becomes that much clearer, their stress that much more decreased, and their mood swings less frequent. When a person feels safe, calmed, and soothed, they are less likely to act out – because their mood is increased, their sense of security is increased, and their quality of life is improved.  It’s not just the patients who benefit from music. Music can help caregivers, too. Playing music helps a caregiver to connect with his or her patient in a more meaningful way. Songs that illicit memory will help a caregiver to learn more about their patient. Songs that make a patient dance give the caregiver an opportunity to connect with a patient through touch and laughter. Additionally, just like music decreases the stress and anxiety of patients, it does the same for the caregiver. Caregivers deal with enormous amounts of stress and anxiety, which can lead to depression or even poor physical health. Music creates a sense of calm and escape for the caregiver – so they can feel relaxed and at peace while they’re helping their loved one. In this way, music is a form of self-care – which is enormously beneficial for caregivers. How do you implement music into your loved one’s life? Unfortunately, it’s not quite as simple as blasting whatever you want when your loved one is around. Songs need to be carefully selected to fit your loved one’s personality – and the wrong music could make them feel more stressed or anxious. So, when choosing a playlist for your loved one, think about their preferences. What song did your parent used to play again and again? What music might evoke memories for them – from happier, more peaceful times? If you aren’t sure, talk to other friends and family who might have an idea – and you can even look through your parents’ own music collection to see what they like to listen to. You can choose music that aligns to the time of day and the mood of the situation. Soothing music is great for meals and baths, upbeat music is wonderful when you want your loved one to feel happy and uplifted. Avoid playing other sounds when music is playing. Overstimulation can lead to headaches, stress, and confusion. So when it’s music time, make sure the TV is turned off, windows and doors are shut, and other distractions are out of the way. Don’t overdo the volume, but make sure it’s loud enough for your loved one to hear. Mayo Clinic suggests playing music that won’t be interrupted with commercials. Commercials can interrupt the mood and cause confusion and disorientation. In addition, look for songs that encourage movement. If a song has a beat to clap to or even dance with, that’s fantastic. You can even start dancing first, to encourage your loved one to follow. In addition to dancing, feel free to sing along to the music. Your loved one just might sing along with you – which can help stimulate memories and strengthen the brain. If your loved one is reacting negatively to a song, change it. Remember – music is meant to have a positive, calming effect – so you want to make sure it’s doing just that. Otherwise, mood swings and agitated moods, headaches and exhaustion, might be to come. On the contrary, if your loved one reacts happily and positively to a certain song – play it often! Never be afraid to repeat the same song again and again, as long as your loved one seems to be benefitting from it. In addition to playing your own music for your loved one, consider music therapy or even instrument or singing lessons (depending on the severity of your loved one’s disease). A music therapist is trained to help their patients strengthen emotion, cognitive abilities, thoughts, and memories. They will use music to enrich and stimulate, to help with focus and stability. Music therapists will also have plans in place for the different stages of Alzheimer’s – and know what methods will be the most beneficial for each stage. Music lessons and singing lessons can be hugely beneficial, too. Playing an instrument stimulates the brain enormously – and at the same time, lessons can provide social engagement for patients, which can help increase a patient’s quality of life. Playing an instrument engages motor skills, listening, visual characteristics, and attention. The brain has to communicate with the hands while they play an instrument, while also being stimulated by the music itself. It’s an incredibly beneficial cognitive experience.   There are plenty of music lessons designed for people with memory problems, including Alzheimer’s. Check out your local listings to see if there are Alzheimer’s music or singing classes in your loved one’s area. Music is not a guaranteed treatment for people with Alzheimer’s. Some respond to it more than others, and unfortunately, there’s no way to know how it will affect your loved one until you give it a try. Time and again, though, research has shown positive reactions to music, and it’s one treatment plan that is well worth the effort. Other creative activities, such as art, can also help Alzheimer’s patients with their stimulation and quality of life. Creativity is a meaningful way to engage with parts of the brain that benefit from stimulation – so the more you can help your loved one engage with, the better. Many people choose to enroll their loved ones in music and art therapy, or else they implement both practices themselves at home. While music is not a guaranteed solution, it can work wonders on patients with Alzheimer’s – and their caregivers. The more you can do to increase quality of life and reduce stress, the better. Music can help people with Alzheimer’s find meaning, security, and a great sense of peace. We want to thank you for joining us here at All Home Care Matters, All Home Care Matters is here for you and to help families as they navigate long-term care issues. Please visit us at allhomecarematters.com there is a private secure fillable form there where you can give us feedback, show ideas, or if you have questions. Every form is read and responded to. If you know someone is who could benefit from this episode, please share it with them. Remember, you can listen to the show on any of your favorite podcast streaming platforms and watch the show on our YouTube channel and make sure to hit that subscribe button, so you'll never miss an episode. 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In this episode, Bryce explains how the cognitive mechanisms that serve us in some ways, also cause distorted projections of our partner. We are relational beings that are in constant conversation with ourselves. It is extremely valuable to understand how this leads to projecting onto our partners and how we can use our awareness to challenge these stories. This is a quick and informative episode for those who like to geek out on the more "scientific" side of relationships. Enjoy!

In this episode, Bryce explains how the cognitive mechanisms that serve us in some ways, also cause distorted projections of our partner. We are relational beings that are in constant conversation with ourselves. It is extremely valuable to understand how this leads to projecting onto our partners and how we can use our awareness to challenge these stories. This is a quick and informative episode for those who like to geek out on the more "scientific" side of relationships. Enjoy!

Learn about why it’s good news that muscle memory is real; why a penguin’s waddle has some advantages over the way we humans walk; and new research that shows how individuals can have a bigger impact on slowing climate change than we thought. In this podcast, Cody Gough and Ashley Hamer discuss the following stories from Curiosity.com to help you get smarter and learn something new in just a few minutes: Muscle Memory Is Real, and That's Good News for Everyone — https://curiosity.im/2Xt82ap  A Penguin's Waddle Is More Efficient Than Your Walk (Who's Laughing Now?) — https://curiosity.im/2MMcTzv  Individuals Can Have a Bigger Impact on Slowing Climate Change Than We Thought — https://curiosity.im/2RrHUY5  Download the FREE 5-star Curiosity app for Android and iOS at https://curiosity.im/podcast-app. And Amazon smart speaker users: you can listen to our podcast as part of your Amazon Alexa Flash Briefing — just click “enable” here: https://curiosity.im/podcast-flash-briefing. 

Learn about the strangely-named hairy ball theorem that explains why there’s always a storm brewing somewhere; new research into how you can practice more effectively; and why there are safer ways to be eco-friendly than by reusing your disposable water bottle. In this podcast, Cody Gough and Ashley Hamer discuss the following stories from Curiosity.com to help you get smarter and learn something new in just a few minutes: The Hairy Ball Theorem Says There's Always a Storm Brewing Somewhere — https://curiosity.im/2I4UtnN The Secret to Effective Practice? Taking Breaks — Even Short Ones — https://curiosity.im/2K4Rwr4 Don't Reuse That Disposable Water Bottle — There Are Safer Ways to Be Eco-Friendly — https://curiosity.im/2IapFlC If you love our show and you're interested in hearing full-length interviews, then please consider supporting us on Patreon. You'll get exclusive episodes and access to our archives as soon as you become a Patron! https://www.patreon.com/curiositydotcom Download the FREE 5-star Curiosity app for Android and iOS at https://curiosity.im/podcast-app. And Amazon smart speaker users: you can listen to our podcast as part of your Amazon Alexa Flash Briefing — just click “enable” here: https://curiosity.im/podcast-flash-briefing.

Memory we have but we don't know we have it Music 'A Little Bit More' by Uncle Seth

Learn what scientists say was the most influential film of all time; the special way riding a bike is stored in your memory; and the truth behind mistletoe, a Christmas tradition that’s actually a poisonous parasite. In this podcast, Cody Gough and Ashley Hamer discuss the following stories from Curiosity.com to help you get smarter and learn something new in just a few minutes: Scientists Have Determined the Most Influential Film of All Time — https://curiosity.im/2EhwtyB Riding a Bike Is Stored In Your Memory In a Special, Permanent Way — https://curiosity.im/2SzL3Vh Mistletoe Is a Poisonous Parasite ... of Love? — https://curiosity.im/2EqOMB9 If you love our show and you're interested in hearing full-length interviews, then please consider supporting us on Patreon. You'll get exclusive episodes and access to our archives as soon as you become a Patron! https://www.patreon.com/curiositydotcom Learn about these topics and more on Curiosity.com, and download our 5-star app for Android and iOS. Then, join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Plus: Amazon smart speaker users, enable our Alexa Flash Briefing to learn something new in just a few minutes every day!

This week I am bringing in Irene Lyon to talk about working with trauma. A little bit about Irene, she is a nervous system specialist and therapeutic coach who helps everyone — from the mom next door to the next big thought leaders — transform their bodies, businesses, relationships and lives through regulating their nervous systems. Irene has intensively studied and practices the work of Dr. Moshe Feldenkrais, Peter Levine (founder of Somatic Experiencing) and Kathy Kain (founder of Somatic Practice). Irene has a master’s degree in research in the fields of biomedical and health science. She regularly appears on podcasts and online summits teaching all things nervous system health, healing trauma and neuroplasticity. In this episode we cover what got her working in the field of trauma, and then dive into the subject of procedural memory. I was fascinated by the mechanics of procedural memory and ever since that conversation I have been paying attention to how it might play into my life and the lives of my clients. She also talks about the fight, flight, or freeze response. And we learn about the ACE study, which stands for Adverse Childhood Experiences, and the implications from that body of work. Here are some resources she mentioned: 1) Dr. Mate's first book,When The Body Says No - Understanding The Stress-Disease Connection 2) Dr. Mate's website https://drgabormate.com/ 3) The Need For Authenticity. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pUGGNPAK6uw 4) https://soundcloud.com/irenelyon/origins-of-the-ace-study 5) https://www.ted.com/talks/nadine_burke_harris_how_childhood_trauma_affects_health_across_a_lifetime

Remember your six year old self? Your thirteen year old self? Your twenty year old self? Are you the same person as you were then?  Memory provides an important sense of continuity to our lives.  But do our memories make us who we are?   In this episode, Clay and Sarah delve deep into the land of memory to discuss: * Amnesia and what is reality like when you've forgotten your past (see this great article by Daniel Levitin, 'Amnesia & the Self that Remains when Memory is Lost') * Different kinds of memory (Semantic, Procedural, Episodic) * Are we the same person through time? * High school reunions - when the person people 'remember' collides with the person you are now * The impact of shared memories - family memories & communal memories * Questions of memory in pop culture - the film Momento & the TV series Black Mirror * What makes you You? Memories? Personality? Habits? Deeper consciousness?   What is memory for anyway?  A simple answer would be -- so we can learn from our past.  So we can respond quickly and appropriately to new situations based on past encounters. However, scholar Pascal Boyer has an interesting answer to this question.  First we should understand that there are actually three different kinds of memory: Semantic Memory (memory of info about your environment), Procedural Memory (memory of skills and how to do things) and Episodic Memory (memory of unique, specific situations in the past - what we think of as our memory!). Both Procedural and Semantic Memory help us by taking specific situations and extracting common elements about them so that we might use that information when a similar situation arises again. But Episodic Memory doesn't do this.  Instead it focuses on what is unique about an event, and 'remembering' this kind of information can involve not only a recall of information but a sense of 're-experiencing' the past event.  In other words, this kind of memory -- what we think of as our Memory -- does not give a simple, straightforward answer of what it is for. Instead, these unique past events line up as thoughts in our mind and form a kind of 'Autobiographical Memory'... the story of who we are and how we got to be this way. Or, as Ulric Neisser named it, the "Narrative Self" which consists of events linked in a causal story leading to one's present. But as we all know, often we remember what we want to remember.  And we remember events the way we want to remember them. This suggests that it isn't our memories which made us who we are... it is who we are (or who we think we are) that makes our memories.  In other words, we remember certain events precisely because they fit into our causal story about why we are who we are. And then of course, it is impossible to escape the fact that, although we might get lost in our thoughts and feel as if we were re-experiencing a past event... although we might feel angry, embarrassed, or suddenly sad by remembering something that has already happened, ultimately all these memories are all just thoughts.  Made up thoughts.  Imaginary thoughts. They aren't happening anymore.  And they may not even accurately represent what actually happened. "A memory is a mental event in the virtual reality of the mind..."  

Procedural and implicit memory Music 'A Little Bit More' by Uncle Seth

Mostly implicit knowledge Music "A Little Bit More" by Uncle Seth

Procedural Memory and Working Memory Music “Civic” by Uncle Seth

We end semantic memory, and almost finish procedural memory Music "Shot" by Stowaway

Procedural Memory is the key to your brand being automatically remembered. Accomplish this through Relevance x Repetition. http://mondaymemo.wpengine.com/?ShowMe=Snapdragon_Paper (Symbolic Thought) is how to make a brand meaningful. Access this by linking the unknown to the known. Particle Conflict is the way to make a brand interesting. Achieve this by adding an element that doesn't belong, but fits. There's a trend in marketing today to make brands “fully integrated” and “seamless.” In other words, to eliminate all incongruity and surprise. Shallow blands are fully integrated and seamless. To be deep and attractive, a brand must have incongruent characteristics that make it interesting. Just like a person. Francis Bacon said it 400 years ago: “There is no excellent beauty that hath not some strangeness in the proportion.” The most boring person in your life is the one “fully integrated and seamless.” Such people are painfully predictable. Delight is built on surprise. Comedy requires it. Predictability is death to the imagination, strangulation to the soul, a suffocation of the spirit. What is interestingly incongruent in your ads, your sermons, your sales pitches, your songs? Don't listen to your friends and neighbors. They can tell you only what kinds of ads, sermons, pitches and songs they prefer to see and hear. They cannot tell you what will actually work. Young people in advertising have enthusiasm, theories, and fresh ideas. Old coots have experience and answers. It takes years of experiments and mountains of money to discover what will and will not work. Do you want to spend your own years and mountains? Or would you prefer to https://wizardacademy.org/scripts/prodList.asp?idCategory=169 (listen to a coot?) Roy H. Williams

This week, we explore procedural memory — the unconscious, long-term memory that drives us to perform actions automatically. Shaped by childhood experiences and behaviors modeled by our parents, procedural memory often feels like running on autopilot or slipping into default mode, especially in how we respond under pressure. It's that reflexive reaction, internal or external, that surfaces when we're provoked — sometimes leading to an action you once promised yourself you'd never repeat, perhaps because it's something you watched your parents do.Once we define the concept, we unpack how to break harmful procedural memory patterns and how, in turn, we can form healthier reflexive habits. While acknowledging our shortcomings and the reality that we will inevitably pass down some forms of negative behavior to our children, we quickly reach a place of incredible hope.We examine the process of transformation and redemption outlined in Scripture, drawing from the hopeful call in Romans 12:1-2 to offer ourselves as living sacrifices and be transformed by the renewing of our minds.By sharing personal stories of generational healing and redemption within our own family, we testify to the ways God has reshaped our hearts and minds, unveiling His power, patience, and grace in the process.This episode is packed with practical tips, scriptural truths, raw vulnerability, and radical hope.Prayers to Pray:“God, help us unlearn what hurt us and relearn what heals us.”“Help us live in ways that our bodies, our families and our children will remember as love.”Scripture Mentioned: Romans 12:1-2, Hebrews 5:14, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Galatians 1:17, Romans 5:8, Psalm 118:27, 1 Corinthians 11:1, Philippians 4:9, Matthew 12:34, Romans 7:15-20, 1 John 3:19-20, Romans 8:1, Romans 8:6, Genesis 50:15-21, Romans 5:10, Motherhood Retreat 2025: More Info + Purchase TicketsMarriage Retreat: SOLD OUTJoin Our Legacy BuildersWatch on YouTubeFollow Us on Instagram: @intentional_parents @brook_mosser @emosserFREE Text Message Daily Devotional MerchGrab a Copy of Our Book:Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)BlogThe Intentional Film Series

Today's guest is Dr. Don Wood, from the Inspired Performance Institute, and he will be talking to us about trauma and how to heal from it. Don helps people reprocess their trauma so that they're no longer in a state of hyper-vigilance and responding to their past trauma in the present moment. Our traumas can either take us down or inspire us. Don believes that every individual who is dealing with addiction has had trauma. He has been very successful in treating addiction as well as trauma. In the past, he used to find that people were finding ways to live with trauma by learning how to manage it and cope with its effects. Trauma, however, creates glitches and error messages in the way that our minds work and so Don has subsequently discovered that it is possible to eliminate trauma so that we no longer need to deal with any of its effects. Self-help books tell us to stay present and be in the moment, but our minds don't work that way. Once we understand how our minds work, we become able to create the necessary solutions to get our minds to remain in the present moment. Our subconscious mind operates in the present, so ninety-five percent of our brain is always present, just like the mind of an animal is always present. But because our minds experience trauma on a looping basis, we can't shut off the loop of information, and so we continue to re-experience the past trauma in the present moment. Our traumatic events and experiences are recorded in our memories differently from our regular experiences. Experiences that are neither threatening nor disturbing are recorded and stored in memory as fairly low-resolution files. Threatening or disturbing experiences, however, are recorded and stored differently by the mind. Our senses are heightened and intensified with those experiences, so they are stored in our minds in high definition. And this is where the glitch comes in. If our mind goes back into memory, and it sees the stored images of those traumatic events, it perceives those events to be happening right now, in the present moment. So although there is nothing threatening happening in the present moment, the mind still creates a response to the memory of the threat. With people who have experienced trauma and a constant sense of fear or anger, along with the emotional dysregulation of the nervous system, the normal reaction of the mind is to want to escape the threat, or to attack it. In other words, the high-resolution data is constantly being activated, and that creates a physiological fight-or-flight response. So although the fight-or-flight response is an emergency management system, designed to protect us, for most people, it has become an operating system that is on all the time. Your mind will do anything to try to protect you and avoid pain. So at the Inspired Performance Institute, they start with the premise that there's nothing wrong with anybody, or with anybody's mind. They understand that our minds are being affected by events and experiences throughout our lifetime. And this is constantly activating our nervous systems. So, if you have high-resolution data stored, and your mind is activating it, you will create a response. And the response could be to take a drink or to use a drug. We have a second memory system, called Procedural Memory, which is based on the basal ganglia learning how to adapt to their environment. By doing something over and over, you train your brain to build a code to protect you in the same way as an animal mind would. Don believes that what is happening with addiction is that people who have had emotional pain from trauma and have repeatedly used a certain resource to stop the pain, have built code in their nervous system that their mind keeps using to keep the pain away. Yet the code is an error message, so it keeps looping and the erroneous danger response remains active. There can be both high-level and low-level traumas. Sometimes, people have lived with trauma all their lives, so they think that the hyper-vigilance that they are experiencing is normal. If you feel emotion when thinking about something that happened to you as a child, it means that the trauma is still active. By using a process to resolve the trauma, you can de-activate it and then your mind will start seeing things differently. To fix things, the mind needs to stop looping. At the Inspired Performance Institute, they have developed a series of techniques to reduce and eliminate PTSD, panic attacks, and anxiety attacks in a four-hour session. They do this by providing a counter-frequency for the memory. Then, the mind takes on the new frequency and changes it to the lower state. After that, the mind stops responding to the previously traumatic memory. People are often shocked at how fast the trauma has been eliminated! The mind and body are designed to heal. All you need are the tools to do it with. *Links and resources:* If you need help or some support, reach out to us at www.theaddictedmind.com/help ( http://www.theaddictedmind.com/help ) The Inspired Performance Institute - https://www.inspiredperformanceinstitute.com/ To get the first chapter of Don's book, You Must Be Out of Your Mind , or to contact Don, go to https://www.inspiredperformanceinstitute.com/