THERE are many types of brain teasers and optical illusions, some can alter the way you see the world around you but others can put your mind to the test.
This clever test will see if you really have a high IQ – but you only have 28 seconds to work it out.
The image shows a stunning festive scene with snowy hills, a huge Christmas tree and, if you look closely, Father Christmas is even in the snap.
But it’s not Father Christmas you need to find – somewhere in the image as a four-sided star.
It might sound easy to find, but since the entire sky is full of twinkling golden stars, the hidden four-sided one blends right in, making it almost impossible to find.
The festive brain teaser was created by Finnish gaming experts SuomiCasino – they reckon it should take no more than 28 seconds to do – but can you beat the clock?
Why not challenge your friends to see who is the true champion?
Brain teasers are beneficial for several reasons including cognitive stimulation, memory improvement, mental agility, stress reduction and boosting concentration.
They challenge the brain, encouraging it to think critically and solve problems, which can help keep the mind sharp and improve cognitive functions.
Engaging with brain teasers can also enhance both short-term and long-term memory by requiring you to remember and manipulate information.
Experts believe that brain teasers often require creative and logical thinking, which can ultimately enhance your problem-solving abilities in everyday life.
Working on these puzzles regularly can improve your concentration levels and also help to keep the brain active through challenging activities.
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And just in time for Christmas to really think of those thoughtful gifts, working on brain teasers can improve your attention to detail.
This is why experts encourage people to incorporate the brain teasers into your routine.
It can also be a fun and effective way to maintain and improve brain health.
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If you didn’t manage to solve the brain teaser, or want to check you got it right, take a look at the picture below.
The sneaky four-sided star was tucked away towards to bottom right of the skyline.
