With Christmas just around the corner, many of us will be looking forward to switching off from the daily grind and enjoying ourselves.
However, we need to make sure we don't let ourselves slip too much.And while we may worry about putting on a few festive pounds after over-indulging in food and drink during the holidays, we also need to make sure we keep our minds sharp too.Puzzles and brainteasers are great for keeping the brain ticking over, helping to build neural connections which may help prevent conditions like dementia.And with many families enjoying a host of quizzes and games on Christmas Day, a chance to hone your skills with just a few days to go is no bad thing.Optical illusions offer a fascinating peek into how our minds interpret visual information, with just a blend of colours, patterns, and light sufficient to trick the brain into seeing what isn't there.
While you might rate your perceptual abilities highly, an optical illusion could reveal new insightsAnd this Christmas party picture from online-solitaire.com is a fitting festive puzzler.
Are you able to pick out the Ace card in this scene of holiday revelry?In the colourful image, a host of people can be seen dancing.
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