HOW OUR BRAIN Works?
By: Gian Ezekiel Cabujat
Grade-11 Block 24 Stem
(Informative Speech Style)
Oral Communication
Have you ever stopped and tried to wonder how that three-pound organ AKA the brain
controls everything you do? Right now, your brain is interpreting sounds, thinking about your
crush, keeping your heart beating, and probably daydreaming a little bit too. It’s like having the
most advanced supercomputer ever created except it’s even better because its not a
supercomputer, it’s a living organ. In this speech, let’s take a closer look at what makes our
brain so fascinating.
The brain has three main sections that work together, each has its own "jobs", There’s the
cerebrum, which handles all the big stuff like thinking, memories, and movement. Then there’s
the cerebellum, which keeps you steady and coordinated even letting you dance or do walking
or running And finally, we have the brainstem, the control center for things we rarely think
about, like breathing and heartbeat. Each of these sections is a powerhouse, working together
24/7 to keep us going.
Now, what makes the brain unique is its billions of tiny cells called neurons. Imagine each
neuron as messages in a race, constantly passing information across tiny gaps called synapses.
And what makes them even more interesting is that, they communicate using
chemicals/hormones like dopamine and serotonin, which affects our mood, motivation, and
more. what is more amazing is that the brain has this incredible ability called “neuroplasticity”
which means it can reconnect and adapt, allowing us to learn, grow, and can even also recover
from injuries. It’s like having a windows update in your head.
Memory and decision-making gives more complexity in our brain. The hippocampus helps
form new memories, and the amygdala brings emotions into the mix, giving our memories
depth and color. And when it’s time to make a decision, the brain doesn’t just use cold logic, it
blends in emotions, thanks to the limbic system, helping us weigh risks and rewards, and even
gut instincts.
So, the next time you catch yourself lost in thought, feeling deeply about something, or
recalling a special memory, take a moment to appreciate the complex, incredible work
happening in your brain. It’s an organ unlike any other, giving us everything from the ability to
learn and love to the capacity for wonder Thank you.
