6 Simple Memory Techniques Anyone Can Try Today 1
6 Simple Memory Techniques
Anyone Can Try Today
6 Simple Memory TechniquesAnyone Can Try Today
My name is Carl Henderson and I’m a Professor of Psychology living in Austin,
Texas.
And even though I’m not proud of it - I must confess you something:You see, I’ve
always been envious of people with exceptional memories. You know, the kind of
people who amass encyclopedic knowledge with seemingly little effort, while the rest
of us struggle to remember the name of the person we were introduced to seconds
ago.I’ve always wondered how this is possible.
For three decades I had the pleasure of working with some of the brightest minds
who have studied the intricate processes of human memory.Now, as I near the end
of my career, I want to share all the mountains of knowledge I’ve gathered all these
years…And help people all over the world live a better life by spreading awareness
on how anyone can better manage their memory.
Because you see, even not all of us have a computer-like memory, there is still
hope.Just as we can strengthen any other muscle in our bodies, we can train our
brains to remember more and learn anything faster.
Here are some research-proven strategies that can effectively help your memory,
enhance recall, and increase retention of information.
*1. Drink water.**This may sound so simple, but it is so important. Your brain is
80% water, so avoid anything that dehydrates it – such as caffeine or alcohol.
Being dehydrated by just 2% impairs performance in tasks that require attention,
immediate memory skills, and physical performance.
2. Add in additional sensory information.When learning something new, try to
incorporate as much appropriate sensory information as possible. Take in what you
hear, see, smell and touch to give the information more context.
3. Get good sleep.Sleep rejuvenates all the cells in your body, gives brain cells a
chance to repair themselves, helps wash away neurodegenerative toxins that build
up during the day, and activates neuronal connections that might otherwise
deteriorate due to inactivity. Research has demonstrated that sleep deprivation can