Episode 209

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24th Aug 2023

Unlocking Cognitive Power with the Ancient Abacus: A Conversation with Sensei Miwako

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Imagine a tool so ancient, yet its relevance in sharpening cognitive abilities is still unmatched. It's my honor to bring you a fascinating conversation with Sensei Miwako as she unwraps the power of the abacus, a tool she believes can transform minds. We journey through her inspiring life story, from the resilience inherited from her visually impaired parents to the life-altering power of the word "it's okay".

As we venture deeper, we discuss the role of cognitive skills in today's world. Sensei Miwako is a firm believer in the abacus, or as she calls it, 'advocacy', as an authority in cognitive skill development. She passionately shares her insights on how this tool can refine skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. The subject of the American education system inevitably comes up as we question its lack of emphasis on math and the potential dangers of introducing calculators too early.

The spotlight then shifts to the adrenaline-infused world of competitive abacus competitions. Sensei Miwako opens up about the sheer delight she takes in molding her students into 'human calculators' and her commitment to helping them clinch victory in regional and national competitions. This episode promises to be a goldmine for educators, parents, and anyone curious about the vast possibilities of the human mind. Get ready to be educated, motivated, and thoroughly enthralled.

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I am Byrene Haney, the Assistant to the President of Iowa District West for Missions, Human Care, and Stewardship. Drawn to Western Iowa by its inspiring mission opportunities, I dedicate myself to helping churches connect with the unconnected and disengaged in their communities. As a loving husband, father, and grandfather, I strive to create authentic spaces for conversation through my podcast and blog.