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Achieving An Ambidextrous Mindset
By C. Bailey-Lloyd/LadyCamelot, Fri Dec 9th
History lends us an ideal of ambidexterity: Leonardo da Vinci,Harry Truman and James Garfield were all known to be physicallyambidextrous, but to what does that translate? In modern times,ambidexterity isn't a hot topic, but in fact, we are all - to adegree - ambidextrous. When we multi-task, juggle home and work, hold a phoneconference and take notes simultaneously -- we are incorporatingan ambidextrous mindset. No, perhaps we don't all useboth hands to achieve these tasks, but we are using bothbrain hemispheres to accomplish our deadlines and goals. Some of us may have heard that we're 'right-brained' or maybe welean more toward the 'left-brain.' Funny as these terms mayseem, they are inherently one in the same. Though we may possessand exhibit more qualities from one side of the brain opposed tothe other, we are still integrating both hemispheres in dailyapplications.
Right-brain people are said to think holistically, subjectivelyand may possess heightened intuition. Left-brain people are morelogical, analytical and tend to possess better rational skills.But what really sets the two apart? And why is it that someindividuals are more adept at some thought patterns than others? Relevent qualites of 'right-brained' persons may include anexpansive imagination, artistic abilities, higher inclinationtoward risks, and possession of philosophical qualities. Whereas'left-brained' individuals are more inclined toward safetyfirst, are practical, have a sense of order, and possess goodcomprehension skills. Ironically, as children, human beings tend to innately migratetoward the right-brain mode. Young kids are highly imaginative,trusting, and create limitless environments with the conceptualpower of their minds. It is interesting to watch a child atplay. In their innocense, and subjective thinking, theyilluminate the spaces that surround them. There are no emotionalbattles in childrens' minds. Therefore, we can conclude thatright-brained individuals are more accepting toward variouscultures, races, creeds, etc., simply because right-brainedpersons, like children, are geared toward open-mindedness. A nearly-perfect example of an ambidextrous mindset: It is through the analytical minds like that of Leonardo daVinci, (who was ambidextrous) who obviously achieved aharmonious balance of ambidexterity, not only physically, but inmind as well. Leonarda da Vinci is most reknowned for his famouspaintings of The Last Supper and the Mona Lisa.While his right-brain permitted him to express his exquisitetalents in the arts, his left-brain mathematically andanalytically went to work in his revolutionary concepts andinventions -- like the first robot, submarine and even the firstmechanical calculator. But from where did his visionary inspirations derive? Of course,the right brain. In my opinion, and by scholars throughout theworld, da Vinci was by far the greatest genius in human history.His incredible integration of right and left brain hemisphereswas an intellectual milestone in the history of humankind. While we may not be Leonarda da Vinci, we do possess traits thatmay help us to achieve our daily routines, and overalllifestyles. The left hemisphere of our brains control ourabilities to analyze and sum
parts that are necessary forspecific projects, while our right hemisphere amplifies ourcreative side, and keeps open positive expectations. Finding and attaining the right (no pun intended) balance toachieve an ambidextrous mindset may be accomplished byfunnelling problems, conditions, ideas, and concepts through ourright-brains to our left-brains. Sounds easy enough, but many ofus haven't discovered how to tap into our most resourcefulmechanism - the whole human brain. When we combine both thought patterns of each hemisphere, we areaccomplishing the ultimate in human behaviour. Not only do weenable ourselves to exhibit and maintain peak human analyticalperformance, we are also allowing ourselves to receive ouratmospheric conditions or situations with an open mind; whichconcurrently brings about resolve or ideas regarding thoseconditions or situations. Reflective thinking, NLP, Human Consciousness Studies,empowerment training and meditation are all superb tools toachieving an ambidextrous mindset; also known as whole brain thinking. Whether you're juggling a career and home, children and spouse,or merely trying to multi-task at your engineer's or computerdesk, achieving an ambidextrous mindset is what enables us toeffectively do the things we do. Imagine the profound potentialand human resolve we could discover if we only took the extrasteps to tap into our greatest resource: Ourselves. To find an educational or personal training program that canhelp you achieve your life and work goals, feel free to visitour Healing Arts Schools and Holistic Practitioner directoriesat Holistic Junction. © 5/2005 - Achieving an Ambidextrous Mindset by C.Bailey-Lloyd/LadyCamelot References: 1. Ambidexterity, from Wikipedia, the Free Encylopedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ambidexterity2. Funderstanding: Right Brain vs. Left Brain: www.funderstanding.com/right_left_brain.cfm3. Left Brain Right Brain by Dan Eden: Bicameral Images revelour two selves. www.viewzone.com/bicam.html 4. Leonardo daVinci, from Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leonardo_da_Vinci#Inventions_and_engineering
About the author:C. Bailey-Lloyd/LadyCamelot is the Public Relations' Director &Staff Writer for Holistic Junction - Your Source forInsightful Literature!
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