Neurogenesis continues throughout life and we have the capacity to establish new neural pathways and strengthen existing ones.
Philippa PerryBeginning a new habit, or ending an old one can feel like letting go of a rope that swings a mile above the ground. So we feel reluctant to let go, after all, we've survived so far doing what we've done, why risk it.
Philippa PerryIn order to stretch ourselves we do need to experience the vulnerability of not knowing the outcome.
Philippa PerryAfter a stroke we can re-learn how to talk, because by practicing we can establish different pathways in the brain, circumnavigating the damaged part.
Philippa Perry