Introduction
The human body can be compared to a computer system. In this analogy, the mind acts as the central processing unit. To move forward, individuals have to make decisions with positive outcomes. Failure to do this means that no progress is made. The first thing one should do to achieve this objective is to master their mind. There are several ways through which this can happen. Failure to adhere to the strategies identified may lead to deterioration of the brain. Possible consequences of deterioration include exhaustion, loss of memory, and sleep problems.
In this paper, the author will analyze the impacts of information overload on decision-making processes. Organization of homes, time, and the social world will be evaluated. The importance of these activities in the life of the individual will be reviewed. Also, the problems associated with the failure to achieve the said objectives will be analyzed.
Organizing the Mind and Thinking Clearly: An Overview
From an abstract perspective, the mind can be regarded as a tool or a device. It is used by human beings in thinking, making judgments, and storing memory. Over the years, scientists have studied the brain to understand how it works. However, the question of how the mind relates to the physical brain and the nervous system still lingers. Besides, it is unclear whether the concept of the mind is unique to humans or not. There are those who believe that other living things, such as animals, also have a mind.
The 21st-century human being is bombarded by large volumes of data daily. The mind is required to make snap decisions using these provisions. At times, the same mind is ‘overloaded’ with information. The number of data humans had to deal with a millennium ago is less than what individuals in today’s society have to train the brain to handle. In early societies, information was characterized by low speeds. There was no technology to complicate matters. However, with the onset of information technology, data moves very fast in modern society.
Processing huge volumes of relevant and irrelevant material have various implications on the brain. One of the negative effects is fatigue. Amnesia and other disorders become common. However, there are ways through which people can regain control over their brains. The individual can only move forward in a ‘straight path’ after overcoming the various shortcomings afflicting the mind.
Multitasking is an important component of human life. However, it is not possible to accomplish two or more tasks at the same time. As soon as one acknowledges this concept, they are on the right track to regaining control over their brain. The brain does not prioritize a task based on whether it is more or less important. Another reason why multitasking is discouraged entails the depletion of glucose. The compound provides energy to the neurons needed to communicate in the body.
Individual planning is crucial in decision making. Organization reduces pressure and other demands made on the brain by the body. Shaping one’s surroundings leads to improved memory. For example, the issue of misplaced keys is eradicated when one is organized. For example, before going to sleep, the individual may realize that they need to carry their keys to the office. However, on waking up, they may forget what they had decided before retiring to bed. To solve this problem, it is encouraged to put the keys on the handbag or on the breakfast table to jog the memory in the morning.
The decisions made in the morning have an impact on the ‘quality’ of the experiences one has during the day. It is advisable to make major decisions in the morning. The brain utilizes several resources, including energy, when carrying out this task. As such, it is advisable to use this energy before it is depleted by other activities carried out during the day. Making decisions in the morning enhances its credibility and improves the general organization of the mind.
Externalizing information enhances the quality of decisions made by the individual. It is easier for people to note down their to-do lists than to rely on their memory. When making a decision, the mind focuses on the priorities put in place by the individual. It is hard to carry out all the tasks in case the mind is overloaded. Noting things down makes it possible to remember important decisions made earlier.
The discourse above proves that it is possible to address the main problems associated with the brain. Before embarking on decision making, it is important to identify the purposes and intended outcomes of the process.
Critical Evaluation: First Things First
A critical analysis of the various techniques that one can use to take back control of their brain enhances one’s understanding of this concept. In the present era, technology has impacted significantly on the life of the individual. For example, it overwhelms the mind with ideas that concepts. However, it also helps in resolving the various problems encountered daily. Today, the individual has access to a lot of information. The media is full of breaking news, which is communicated to the public using radios, newspapers, and the internet. Poor decisions lead to regrets, while good ones result in success in the career or educational life of the person. The entrepreneur is expected to make decisions using the information availed to them. The policies formulated determine the success or failure of the business. A competent manager is capable of weighing the options at their disposal. About an employee, the decisions made will impact on their output and general performance.
Passing exams is one of the major goals of any student. As such, learners have to align all their decisions with the objectives they have set. Postponing of studies is an example of a bad decision that a student can make. Also, multitasking may not work when one is studying. It is a fact that revising for a continuous assessment test while listening to music does not help. The mind will only be exhausted by sharing the glucose between the two tasks. Eventually, one will end up with an unreliable memory since the resources used to study are limited.
The Social Mind
All human beings need to socialize at some point in our lives. They do this by interacting and communicating with each other. Relating to others may be difficult for some people. To overcome this, it is important to understand oneself before connecting with other people. To this end, one needs to map out their belief systems, strengths, and weaknesses. As a result, they can understand and learn things every day.
Socialization takes place in all stages of life. For example, children interact with each other through play in school and at home. They interact with the outside world through media outlets, such as books and televisions. In school, learners want to know each other to enhance their understanding of concepts. At the workplace, the aim of every employee is to enhance productivity. Interacting with each other helps in achieving this. When one meets and learns about other people, it becomes possible for them to acknowledge the likes and dislikes of their colleagues. As a result, their interaction with each other is improved.
A competent student should be able to embrace diversity. One can achieve this by interacting with people from different walks of life. Interaction helps them to learn about the culture and ways of life of these people. One will know what their roommate likes and does not like by socializing with them. The result is peaceful coexistence, which is free of conflicts and misunderstandings. For those unable to socialize, they should learn the various techniques one can use to interact. A diverse mind makes better decisions compared to a closed one. The individual can come up with decisions that are sensitive to the diversity of people around them.
The Brain: Organizing Homes and Time
Organizing the mind requires skills that are inherent to the brain. Different people utilize a wide range of strategies to tap into these potentials. An individual can train their brain to achieve more with fewer resources and time. One of the requirements to achieve this entails setting limits. Besides, one should filter the information they come across and concentrate on working on the high priority choices.
Taking breaks and flexing the memory muscles is another approach. The capabilities of the brain can be influenced by childhood experiences. A rough childhood will most probably prompt one to make irrational decisions. Growing up in a stable family helps the child to adopt a positive approach towards love and marriage. The case may be different when a single parent raises one. It may be hard to convince an individual who grew up in an unstable family to love and leave in harmony with others.
Many people feel that ‘time flies.’ One of the key reasons for this is idleness. It is hard for an idle mind to come up with good ideas. Health experts recommend that the brain should be kept active. As long as the brain is engaged, the significance of the task does not matter. Such leisure activities as gaming and traveling are good examples of occupying the mind.
However, it is important for the mind to rest. Specialists recommend that the brain should rest at least for six hours in a day. Resting makes it possible to replenish energy reserves, enhancing the clarity of mind in the process. Technology can be a limitation to this. For example, one may be tempted to spend the whole night surfing the internet. Such undertakings may affect the decision-making process. Also, they may reduce the reliability of one’s memory. However, making good use of technology can help one to control their brain. An example of this is using a computer to store data instead of overloading the brain.
Conclusion
The brain acts as the central processing unit of the human body. Today, technological developments have made it possible to come up with a plethora of innovations. A few decades ago, the brain was required to process a limited amount of information. However, the case is different today. The rate at which information is generated and disseminated has increased. The brain is overwhelmed by this overload. The situation leads to memory disorders as the individual struggles to cope with the problem. However, human beings can use technology to manage and organize their mind.