Is brain training dangerous? Does it hurt?

No, not at all. All you will notice is that the screen you are looking changes size, the sound level may vary and your cushion vibrates. All of this is very safe.

What happens to my brain?

Certain areas of the brain are activated, while other areas become less active and new connections (neural pathways) are made. You can compare it to a meandering river that follows a looping course. When the river cuts through the neck of land created by a loop, the water can flow straight on towards the sea. Although the river is the same, the ‘flow process’ is ‘improved’, as the water flows more efficiently and steadily and follows a straight course.

Does anything physically touch my brain during brain training?

No, just your scalp. Sensors are placed on your scalp to measure brain activity.

Can you use brain training to see what someone is thinking or feeling?

No, not at all. At the very most it may be possible to assess what your state of mind is since some areas may display more activity than others.

What are the drawbacks of brain training?

It may be the case that brain training gives you a clear perspective on your life and you decide to make changes.

Are the effects permanent?

Yes, your brain will continue to be more in balance and its functioning will therefore continue to be improved. As mentioned above, once a river starts to flows along the most efficient course it will continue to do so all by itself.

If I stop brain training, will I revert to my old patterns of behaviour?

No, your brain will be liberated from negative thought patterns and will prefer to function in the new improved manner. As mentioned above, rivers automatically flow downhill, as water always follows the most efficient course. Your brain will do the same once the new neural pathways have been created.

I understand that brain training can be personally enriching, but how can this be put to good use in a business environment? (Rob Clermond, HR director, Fokker)

People who feel good in their own skin make for good members of staff and perform better. While theory can be taught at school, be more yourself teaches you how to put theory into practice. You can provide people with management training, for example, but the extent to which they perform well is dependent on whether they have what it takes in the areas of leadership, social skills, charisma and communication.

Be more yourself ensures that these ‘secondary roles’ are optimised. Managers can develop their leadership skills, for example, by becoming more self-confident and relaxed.