IMPROVING YOUR MEMORY

 

Use mnemonic devices. Mnemonic devices, essentially trick for remembering information, can make memorization much easier. Used right, you’ll be able to remember all kinds of random information years down the road, just by creating acronyms and visual devices to go along with the material.

Write it down. Writing down information you’re trying to learn can actually help you remember it better than typing it out. The act of writing engages more regions of your brain than typing, though there is one caveat: your notes have to be of high quality for the practice to really help you learn.

Sleep on it. Psychologists have found that going to sleep shortly after learning new information can actually help you to remember that information. So, set up your study sessions a few hours before you go to bed or follow them up with a nap to get the biggest boost to your recall.

Rest your brain. To keep new information from trickling out of your brain you don’t need to repeat it until your brain is exhausted. In fact, it’s actually more effective to sit and rest your brain after learning something new; the practice gives a significant boost