THRIVING: HOW LEARNING, LIFESTYLE & PURPOSE POWER A STRONGER BRAIN

Why “Thriving” Matters for Your Brain Thriving isn’t just about getting by. It’s about feeling alive, mentally agile, curious and in control. And the good news? Neuroscience shows that no matter your age, your brain can adapt, grow and strengthen with the right...

THE MENOPAUSE & MEMORY SERIES – Part 1:

Wait, What Was I Saying? Menopause, Brain Fog, and How to Fight Back A Personal Note from Jude: Why I’m Writing This Menopause & Memory Series: As a woman in my late 40s, I know all too well the rollercoaster of perimenopause. During a recent GP visit to...

Simple Ways To Reset With Creativity

At Brainfit®, we often highlight the powerful role creativity plays in supporting memory, resilience, and overall brain health. To bring this to life, we’ve teamed up with New Plymouth–based artist and design consultant Vicky Lord to share her top tips on how tapping...

THE MENOPAUSE & MEMORY SERIES – Part 4:

Mood, Menopause & Memory - Untangling the Mental Load Have you ever felt teary, overwhelmed, or flat and then completely forgotten what you were doing, why you walked into a room, or what someone just said? You’re not imagining it. Mood, memory, and menopause are...

THE MENOPAUSE & MEMORY SERIES – Part 3:

Sleep, Hot Flashes & Memory Lapses: Breaking the Cycle of Brain Drain   You lie awake sweating, tossing and turning and the next day, you can’t find your words, your keys, or your energy. Sleep disruption is one of the top reasons women experience cognitive...

THE MENOPAUSE & MEMORY SERIES – Part 2:

Estrogen & Your Brain: Why This Hormone Matters More Than You Think When people talk about perimenopause and menopause, the focus is usually on hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disruption but one of the biggest shifts is happening inside your brain. Estrogen isn’t...