Dedication

      This book is dedicated to the wonders of the brain

       and to Mind Maps^®, the ultimate mind-power tool.

      Contents

      Title Page

      Dedication

      Acknowledgements

      List of Mind Maps

      Introduction

      What Is a Mind Map?

       How Can Mind Maps Help You?

       The Great Geniuses and Note-making

       Mind Mappers in History

       What Do You Need to Make a Mind Map?

       Seven Steps to Making a Mind Map

       Creating Your First Mind Map

       Mind Maps in Action

      Know Your Brain, Unlock Your Potential

       How Well Do You Know Your Brain?

       Our Evolving Knowledge of Our Evolving Brains

       The Brain Principle of Synergy

       The Learning Principle of Repetition

       Mind Maps: Brain Tool Extraordinaire

      The Ultimate Success Formula

       Learning How to Learn

       The Success Formula – TEFCAS

       The Principle of Success

       The Principle of Persistence

       Mind Maps and TEFCAS

      Mind Workouts for Mental Success

       How Can I Boost My Creativity?

       Mind Maps for Creative Thinking

       Advanced Creative Mind Mapping

       Creativity and Memory

       Memorizing Information from a Mind Map

       Repetition and Memory

       The Importance of Study Breaks

       Creativity Is the Key to Mental Success

      Physical Fitness for Mental Power

       The New Science of Body and Mind

       General Physical Fitness

       Feed Your Body, Feed Your Mind

       Rest, Sleep, and Your Brain

       Mind Map Motivator

      Mind Maps for Everyday Success

       Mind Maps for Work

       Running a meeting

       Job interview

       Writing an essay

       Starting a new venture

       Networking

       Mind Maps for Your Social Life

       Shopping for gifts

       A romantic weekend

       Learning a foreign language

       Your daughter’s wedding

       Designing your garden

       Mind Maps for Life

       Planning family events

       Planning a budget