If you are looking for an additional way to improve your memory and slow any brain degeneration join us on Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for Mahjong. Mahjong or mah-jongg is a four-player tile-based game that was originated centuries ago in China and has spread throughout the world.
The game and its regional variants are widely played throughout Asia and have also become popular in Western countries. Like the Western card game rummy, mahjong is a game of skill, strategy, and luck.
Studies show that there are at least eight reasons to start playing Mahjong.
- Fight Alzheimer and Dementia
Some experts say that playing mahjong on a regular basis can help fight Alzheimer. This type of brain game is highly encouraged as you age, they have been seen to significantly improve the memory skills of those who had been suffering from degenerative brain disorders.
Playing Mahjong requires a certain level of memory skills, such as tile setting, game rules, and calculation. It is no wonder playing the game gives you a sharp memory. People playing Mahjong are known to develop better cognitive strength even if they decide to suspend playing for as long as a month.
- Train your mind and patience
For young people, Mahjong is a great way to sharpen your mind and train your concentration skill. A Mahjong game could help you make faster decisions and better observations.
- Avoid depression
If you need distractions from worries, try a Mahjong game! It is easy to forget your troubles in the game for a few hours.
- Socialize and meet new friends
The game requires four players and provides an ideal way of socializing with people. It is an hours-long brain game paving the way for developing better social relations and improving memory. Get the latest news from friends and family, they are going nowhere! It is a great way to meet new friends and get to know each other.
- Building Family Relationship
Mahjong is a fun family social activity. It doesn’t matter how old you are, this brain game is sporty enough for everyone! Encouraging children to play Mahjong gives them an opportunity to enhance their concentration skills. The game is also an excellent educational tool for developing skills in cognition, calculation, strategy and decision making for all ages. No matter if you are winning or losing, there is always laughter from the table.
- Nurture a new hobby
It has been proven that a hobby helps reduce stress and promote mental health. Playing Mahjong keeps your mind engaged and lets you work out new challenges. Create challenges in your Mahjong games and make full use of this healthy hobby.
- Get an energy boost
Mahjong is a great activity that makes you get out of your bed and mingle with friends. You will have an energy boost during the game, especially when you get a ‘Hu’ (a winning “hand” with the completed tile drawn from the wall)!
- Save money and kill time
If you usually get together with friends to shop or eat, a Mahjong game is an inexpensive activity.
If you are ready to play Mahjong, make sure to sign up today!