Rewiring Your Brain: How Neuroplasticity Can Help You Become a Better Human

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Rewire your brain for positive change

Have you ever felt stuck in negative thought patterns or destructive behaviours, thinking that you couldn't change because your brain is fixed and unchangeable? Well, it turns out that's not entirely true. The brain has the amazing ability to adapt and change in response to new experiences, learning, and environmental factors. This ability is called neuroplasticity, and it plays a vital role in changing our thoughts and behaviour to become better human beings.


Just like you can change your arm's muscle size, neural pathways, and capillary density through consistent exercise, you can also change your brain through exercise. When we engage in new or challenging activities, neuroplasticity builds new neural connections, or makes existing connections stronger. In fact, we weren't born with the motor pattern of knowing how to walk - we had to learn it through a lot of trial and error. Now, we can walk through a crowded mall looking at our phone the whole time without needing any brain processing power because it has become an automatic action. This is because our neural network that controls walking has been hardwired through repetition.

Developing positive habits for a healthier mind and body

Similarly, by consistently practicing positive thinking or engaging in cognitive-behavioural therapy, our brains can create new neural pathways that support more positive and productive thought patterns. By practicing new behaviours or habits such as exercise or meditation, our brains can develop new connections that make these activities easier and more automatic over time.


Neuroplasticity can also help us overcome negative thought patterns or destructive behaviours that may be holding us back. For instance, if we struggle with anxiety or depression, therapies that focus on rewiring the brain's neural pathways can help us break free from these negative patterns and develop more positive, adaptive behaviours.


In order to apply the concept of neuroplasticity to our lives and become better human beings, it's important to take action. Here are some action items you can implement:

  • Practice positive thinking: When you catch yourself having a negative thought, challenge it by thinking of 9 things that are positive. For instance, if you're feeling down about work, think of 9 positive things about your job, such as the salary, the friendly coworkers, the flexible schedule, etc. This can help train your brain to focus on the positive aspects of life and cultivate a more optimistic mindset.
  • Engage in new or challenging activities: Try new things that challenge you, such as learning a new language or instrument, taking up a new hobby, or traveling to a new place. This can help build new neural connections and foster personal growth.
  • Practice new behaviours or habits: Consistently practice positive behaviours or habits, such as exercise, meditation, or practicing gratitude. Over time, this can help develop new connections in the brain that make these activities easier and more automatic.
  • Seek help when needed: If you're struggling with negative thought patterns or destructive behaviours, seek help from a mental health professional. They can provide therapies that focus on rewiring the brain's neural pathways to help break free from negative patterns and develop more positive, adaptive behaviours.

By implementing these action items, you can actively work towards becoming a better human being and cultivating a more fulfilling life. Remember, change takes time and effort, but with consistency and dedication, anything is possible!


In conclusion, neuroplasticity is a crucial mechanism that allows us to change our thoughts and behaviours over time, ultimately leading to personal growth and a more fulfilling life. By engaging in activities that challenge us and foster new neural connections, we can actively work to become better human beings. Remember, your brain is not fixed, and change is always possible!

This is a children's book that is great for people of all ages.
It teaches us how to re-frame negative thoughts

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