
Nobuko Nakano
Nobuko Nakano is a Japanese neuroscientist and author known for her research on how the brain processes perceptions of luck and opportunity. In her work, she emphasizes the importance of mindset in shaping one's experiences, suggesting that individuals can rewire their brains to recognize opportunities by declaring themselves 'lucky'. Her insights are grounded in neuroscience, particularly how the prefrontal cortex can shift focus from threat detection to recognizing possibilities, thereby enhancing one's perception of luck.
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Nobuko Nakano, a Japanese neuroscientist, wrote about how declaring oneself lucky can change brain perception.
Rewire Your Brain For Luck: You can make yourselves ‘luckier’: Science-backed tips to rewire your brain for luckThe Times of India·
India· 2026-08-02

