The frontal lobe of the brain is important for our consciousness, as well as functions that appear uniquely human, such as language and speech. It is one of four paired lobes in the cerebral cortex and plays important roles in memory, attention, motivation, and many other daily tasks. The frontal lobe, like the other lobes of the cerebral cortex, is made up of two paired lobes. Together, the frontal lobes make up two-thirds of the human brain. This article will clarify what the frontal lobe is and how it affects you.