DR. TARA SWART
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The Good Thing Journal
I am:
Tara Swart, a neuroscientist, medical doctor, executive advisor, Senior Lecturer at MIT Sloan, Author of bestseller 'The Source - Open Your Mind, Change Your Life', Brand Ambassador for Aromatherapy Associates,
and Chief Science Officer at Heights
(a brain care supplement). But without all those titles I’m fundamentally a chameleon, philosopher and free spirit.
I believe:
Our neural architecture, basically our brain and nervous system, are our primary focus and responsibility to build and nurture in life.
Dr. Tara's good tips:
A good event
Spontaneous laughter with a friend. Nothing is better for our wellbeing than the bonding effects of the hormone oxytocin.
A good object
A beautiful, evocative piece of art. To me this is mindfulness at it’s peak
Barefoot on a beach or snuggled up with a loved one. One is the ultimate luxury; the other is a place of love and protection you can always go to.
Neuroplasticity - the incredible power to change and strengthen your brain throughout life.
Your passion and purpose. I have learnt through experience that if you follow your passion and know your purpose, you will be successful.
I’m going to be cheeky and say my book 'The Source’. It combines science with spirituality and provides a manifesto for changing your brain and taking agency over your life.
Photo credits: 1-Marcela Vargas + Frida Kahlo. via pinterest; 2-Rothko, Untitled via MoMa.org; 3-Barefeet on a beach via floreseneldesierto.blogspot.com; 4- White matter fiber architecture via www.humanconnectomeproject.org; 5-Hiking Iceland via instagram.com/lyesk; The Source via amazon.com
I am a designer and I have been doing research in behavioural neurosciences using qualitative methods/ interviews, with prominent figures in Neuroscience, and Psychology.
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