Use Your Memory summary

One way you can significantly improve your memory is by using memory techniques often referred to as mnemonics (the first m is silent). So what’s the idea behind this weird word?

Mnemonics refer to any technique designed to help you remember things. Mnemonics can be very useful and effective tools to recall all kinds of information, including lists and sequences of events.

Learning mnemonics is really easy. In fact, you’re probably familiar with some of these techniques already!

Mnemonics comprise a wide range of exercises, but we’re only going to focus on the four essential attributes for any mnemonic exercise. These attributes are key, as they engage both our literal (left) brain and visual (right) brain.

Imagine how nice it would be to never worry about forgetting your shopping list again. With the link system, this could become your reality.

The link system creates associations in the mind that link individual items in a list in such a way that makes them easier to recall.

Remembering items on a list is useful, but what do you do if you have to remember something in a particular sequence? In this case, peg memory systems are the key.

Peg memory systems use key memory words as a basis for remembering. A peg is a fixed key memory word, which is used to link items.

Imagine creating a room where you could store countless memories. Well, that’s exactly what the Roman room system allows you to do.

By filling your imaginary room with objects, you create pegs to which you can attach new information. The number of fixed objects you create is up to you. Just remember that the more objects you have, the longer the sequences you’ll be able to remember.

Everyone has had the experience of scrambling to go over their notes before a big meeting or presentation. Long lists of facts can seem overwhelming, even if we were the ones who produced them!

Traditional note-taking activates only employ the left hemisphere of the brain, and that’s no good for memorizing.