Working memory—the mental “workspace” the brain uses to hold, manipulate, and use information—is central to thinking, learning, and daily functioning. It’s different from short-term memory, which is simply brief storage of information without active use. Working memory manages that information…
When Knowing the Material Isn’t Enough Some students study tirelessly, understand the material, and still don’t perform well on tests. They walk away frustrated and anxious — because they know they’re capable of more. The truth is that test performance…
“Processing speed” is one of the most commonly blamed explanations for cognitive struggles. Too slow. Not fast enough. Can’t keep up. But here’s the truth: true neurological processing speed is largely fixed. What does change — and change significantly —…
By Jen Beyst, Master Neuroplastician® Cognitive Function Development Institute (CFDI) | BrainBuilders.Health Neuroplasticity in Practice: More Than a Buzzword Neuroplasticity — the brain’s ability to adapt, reorganize, and strengthen throughout life — is no longer debated science. What is often…
How CFDT Helps the Brain Do Less Work for Better Results If effort alone determined success, many people would already be thriving. Instead, we see the opposite: People working harder yet feeling more depleted, scattered, and frustrated. The missing piece…
Why Focus, Memory, and Emotional Control Start with Nervous System Regulation Many people come to us frustrated. They’re trying harder—focusing more, pushing through, reminding themselves to “stay calm”—yet their brain just doesn’t cooperate. Focus slips. Emotions run hot. Memory feels…
by Jen Beyst, Master Neuroplastician, Co-Founder of the Cognitive Function Development Institute The holidays are often described as “the most wonderful time of the year,” yet for many, they bring more heaviness than happiness. Feelings of isolation, pressure, or emotional…
Stress doesn’t just live in your thoughts—it’s stored in your rhythms. When your body feels stuck in high alert or mental exhaustion, it’s often a sign that your autonomic nervous system—the body’s regulator of “fight, flight, or freeze”—has lost its…
