ONE SIMPLE WAY TO KEEP YOUR BRAIN YOUNG

By Dr Abhishek Gilara

What if you could turn back the clock—not on your body, but on your mind?

One powerful and underrated way to keep your brain young is to revisit your childhood. Dive back into the memories, the sounds, the smells, and the feelings of those early years. Watch the TV shows you once loved, listen to the music that made you dance without a care, flip through those comic books or storybooks that once sparked your imagination. Reach out to old friends and relatives, play the games you used to enjoy, or even try the same childhood cosmetics or scents.

Why does this matter? Because when we relive those moments, we momentarily step back into the mental state of our younger self—a time when our brains were curious, imaginative, and full of life. The neurons that once lit up with joy, creativity, and wonder are triggered again. This isn’t just nostalgia—it’s neurological rejuvenation.

When we tap into these old experiences, we don’t just feel good—we unlock a mental space where ideas flowed freely, and dreams had no limits. We reconnect with the fearless version of ourselves who believed anything was possible.

Science tells us that keeping the brain stimulated in joyful, emotional, and creative ways can slow cognitive ageing. But beyond science, there’s something deeply human about going back. It reminds us who we are at the core.

So take time to revisit your past—not to dwell, but to reignite. Let your brain remember what it felt like to be young, wild, and full of wonder. Because in those memories, you don’t just find happiness—you find youth.