CHAPTER 1

Define Your Wellness Mission (VIDEO)

Neuroplasticity: Change is Possible!

The chapter listing at the left shows the range of subtopics that we will explore in the “Define Your Wellness Mission” wellness center.

The key visualizations from each chapter appear in our carousel of small pictures, above. Clicking on each one will enlarge it so you can view the content for the related chapter.

On the main images, buttons may launch short videos, graphics and interactive features.

Also, rolling over the red arrows on the images reveals more interactive content.

Finally, the photos, graphics and icons in the text labeled “Read More” link to additional content and interactive experiences. Click away!

We hope you find “The 9 Visual Rules of Wellness” to be informative and inspiring. Explore them all, and take control of your own well-being!

Neuroplasticity: Change is possible!

To change your life, you have to change your mind—and you can! Your brain cells have the power to build new pathways that will reinforce what you learn, including better health habits. This power is called neuroplasticity. Electrical impulses travel through your brain cells, carrying information that enables your every thought and action. Some of your most often-repeated actions are almost automatic, because the neurons involved have fired together so many times, they have formed something like a shortcut. When you learn a new procedure or behavior, including a better health habit, different neurons will connect to carry that information and trigger a new response. Learn how brain activity can change as a result of our actions.