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8 Ways To Exercise The Brain And Stretch Your Mind

First step: stop Googling everything.

As we get older, our minds don't quite work the way they used to. But if you keep flexing and challenging it, your brain can become far more powerful.

U.K. organization Key Retirement put together an infographic compiling eight different tips on how you can keep your brain active and up to par.

Believe it or not, resisting the urge to Google everything can help improve your memory. And something like learning a new language into adulthood can physically make your mind grow, not to mention improve your overall well-being.

The tips below will help you keep your mind alert, powerful and well-functioning in the years to come. Have a tip of your own? Let us know in the comments below.

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