When was the last time you did something new just because you felt like it? If you struggle to recall, then it is probably time you give something new a try. Not only does trying new things keep life exciting, but it may also be good for the brain. It is easy to get caught up in the pattern of day to day activities, and repetition strengthens specific neurological pathways in the brain more than others, depending on the frequency and context of the activities a person partakes in, and what they think about on a regular basis. Exposing the brain to new things has been shown to improve memory and create more neurological pathways, along with having other benefits.
How the Brain Responds to New Things
Using modern technology, such as fMRI imaging, neuroscientists can measure brain activity and use the data to study the way that our brains react in response to different stimuli. In 2006, Dr. Emrah Duzel conducted a study which showed that the dopamine pathways of the brain are activated when a person is exposed to something entirely new.
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