🎙️ Episode 237 Show Notes

Brain Health: Laugh, Learn & Remember Where You Left Your Keys

Ever walked into a room and completely forgotten why you’re there? Or spent 10 minutes looking for your glasses… while they were on your head? Yep, us too. 😂

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating (and funny) world of brain health for women over 50. The good news? God designed our brains to be renewed—and there are practical things we can do to keep them strong, sharp, and full of joy.

Join us in the podlab as we talk about:

✅ Why stress shrinks your memory (and how laughter heals it)

✅ How sleep is like your brain’s nightly housekeeping crew

✅ Everyday habits that literally grow new brain cells

✅ 10 surprising brain health facts you probably didn’t know

✅ And of course… our own hilarious “brain fog” stories that will make you feel a whole lot better about your zipper, your keys, and your fridge.

💡 Scripture of the Episode: Romans 12:2 — “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”

🎧 Whether you’re looking for tips to improve memory, lower stress, or just laugh your way through menopause brain, this episode is for you.

✨ Episode Takeaways

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   Stress can shrink your memory, but laughter, prayer, and gratitude help protect it.

   
   


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   Sleep is your brain’s fuel—skip it and you skip the cleanup your brain desperately needs.

   
   


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   Healthy habits like movement, diet, learning, hydration and connection can keep your brain sharper at any age.

   
   

🙌 Call to Action

This week, pick one brain-healthy habit to focus on—better sleep, less stress, or a fun new brain challenge. Then share your funniest “brain fog” moment with us! We’d love to laugh with you and maybe share it on the next episode. Email your comments to tracy@tracydegraaf.com