Improve Your Memory With These Simple Tips

1) When you need to remember something important- find a way to create an image about it in your mind that is very funny or bizarre. Your brain easily remembers things that are unusual- or funny or scary- while it easily forgets things that don’t stand out in any way.

2) Make written lists of what you need to do or to remember. This will free up your brain to remember other things that are more important.

3) Be sure to get enough sleep. Your brain uses its sleeping hours to put new information into long term memory storage.

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4) To remember a long string of letters or numbers such as a telephone number- break the information up into small chunks of two or three numbers or letters at a time- such as 555 – 216 - 9827. Most people will find it very hard to remember 9 or 10 numbers in a row- but they can easily remember two or three numbers in a row.

5) When you need to learn and remember something- give yourself time to review the same material the next day for a few minutes and then a week later for a few minutes. Repetition and review will help your brain remember the material better.

6) When you are studying a lot of material- schedule a break every forty minutes to get up and walk and do something completely different. When you sit down to study again- your brain will be more refreshed and better able to pay attention.

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7) When you are trying to study something- give yourself plenty of time to understand it and review it several times. Cramming at the last minute doesn’t work very well.

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9) Reduce the stress in your life by simplifying your schedule- delegating more tasks to others- getting regular physical exercise and practicing daily meditation. Long term stress can interfere with your ability to concentrate and to think clearly- and with your ability to form memories or to recall them later.

10) Get yourself a study buddy or a conversation partner- and try teach the other person what you are learning. This is a good way to signal your brain that what you are learning is important and you will remember more.

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Improve Your Memory With These Simple Tips