Left and Right Brain

 

  Our brain is a highly complex organ, also one vital and important organ in our body. Essentially it's not just in thinking but it plays in all body functions. Our brain contains about 100 billion neurons and 100 trillion connections. It is the commander of our body like think, feel, and do. Moreover, have you ever heard people say that they are more of a right-brain and left-brain thinker?

  The phrase left and right brain refers to anatomical halves or hemispheres of our brain. From books to internet articles (especially this one), you have probably heard this phrase. The left hemisphere generally focuses more on speech and language, while the right hemisphere manages creativity and spatial relation. Let's take deeper into left brain and right brain.

  According to the left-brain, right-brain dominance theory, the right side of the brain is the best at expressive and creative tasks. There are several abilities popularly associated with the right side of the brain. A right-brain thinker is good at recognizing faces, creating music, reading emotions, being creative, and using imagination. They are often described as doing well in careers that involve creative expression and free-thinking, such as becoming an artist, psychologist, or writer.

  On the other hand, the left side of the brain is best described as language, logic, critical thinking, numbers, and reasoning. They are logical, analytical, and orderly. The theory suggests that people who are left-brain dominant do well in careers that involve linear thinking, math, and verbal information. This includes careers such as accountant, scientist, or computer programmer. 

  The two sides of the brain have different roles but work together to function properly. People who perfect at skill associated with one side of the brain or the other actually have a strong connection between the two hemispheres. When people find certain things more challenging, it is not because the side of the brain responsible for those tasks is weaker. For example, the right side may perform a role that is typically the responsibility of the left side. 

  Whether you feel like you tend to be more of a creative type or an analytical type, there are things that we can do to keep our minds sharp and our brains healthy. First, keep our minds active. Studies found that people who are mentally active and work in mentally challenging fields, such as academics, tend to have better brain health.

  Second, socialise. Social support is important for psychological well-being, but it is also essential for the health of our brains. The last one, eat a healthy diet. The foods we eat can also impact our brain's health and function. Focus on eating a balanced diet focused primarily on fruits, complex carbs, proteins, and vegetables. 

  The bottom line no matter what type of thinking we are doing, both sides of our brains are involved. The right-brain, left-brain theory might be inaccurate, but that doesn't mean that understanding our strengths is not helpful. People who are especially skilled in one area or a certain type of activity are often considered left or right-brained.

  Thank you for your time, hopefully, you've learned or gotten a better understanding of this article. Thank you and as always have a lovely day. 😀

References:

1. Left Brain vs. Right Brain: What’s the Difference? (2023). Available at: https://www.healthline.com/health/left-brain-vs-right-brain.
2. Left Brain vs. Right Brain Dominance (2023). Available at: https://www.verywellmind.com/left-brain-vs-right-brain-2795005.
3. The Difference Between the Left and Right Brain (2023). Available at: https://www.webmd.com/brain/the-difference-between-the-left-and-right-brain.
4. Left Brain vs. Right Brain: Functions, Traits, and Misconceptions (2023). Available at: https://www.verywellhealth.com/left-brain-vs-right-brain-7093257.