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Brain processes information chunk by chunk from "summary" of Your Brain at Work by David Rock

The brain, in all its complexity, has a unique way of processing information that may surprise you. Instead of tackling all the data it receives at once, the brain actually breaks it down into more manageable chunks. This chunking process allows the brain to organize and make sense of the vast amount of information it encounters on a daily basis. Imagine your brain as a busy secretary sorting through a stack of papers. Instead of trying to read all the documents simultaneously, the secretary separates them into smaller piles based on their content. This way, the secretary can focus on one pile at a time, making it easier to process and understand the information within each group. Similarly, when your brain receives new information, it automatically starts chunking it into smaller, more digestible pieces. This allows your brain to process the information more efficiently, making it easier for you to remember and recall later on. By breaking down complex data into simpler chunks, your brain can better analyze and...
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    Your Brain at Work

    David Rock

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