Sharp

What if your best days weren't left to chance, but something you could control and activate at will? Most of us want to be a little happier, a little more focused and a lot less stressed. We want simple approaches that are easy to fold into our everyday lives. In Sharp, you'll discover dozens of evidence-backed strategies to help you unlock your potential and enhance your performance - whether at work, school, home, or in relationships. Cognitive scientist Therese Huston unpacks the latest neuroscience research to deliver a goldmine of techniques to help you feel your sharpest including: - how a calming deep breathing technique improves decision-making; - exactly what kind of exercise helps you think on your feet; - what brain science says scary movies can do to help you learn; and - how drinking tea can help you to focus on your most unfocused days. Sharp dives into innovative, actionable tips that can make a difference in your daily routine. Best of all, many of them take five minutes or less. Whether you want to make fewer mistakes, support your partner through life's challenges, or simply learn faster, Sharp gives you the tools to do it all, without having to overhaul your entire lifestyle.