3 Brain-Saving Habits , to Help You Stay Sharp , as You Get Older.br According to an article br in 'TIME,' emerging research br suggests that certain habits br may keep the mind sharp br during the aging process. .br 1. Socializing, Focus on building social circles br that satisfy your individual needs.br This can be spending more time with neighbors.br or volunteering at a community center.br 2. Relaxing, Take time to do things that relieve stress.br Studies show that meditation, br listening to music and getting br enough sleep at night are all br important aspects of br preventing cognitive decline. .br 3. Staying Active, Exercise helps prevent brain br inflammation and increases br production of a protein that br is vital for growing and br maintaining neurons.br Other brain-saving habits include adopting a br healthy diet and cultivating a sense of purpose. .