Sharp Memory Tips and Tricks

Use Associations

Use Associations

The brain works by building a large neural network of associations. That’s why there are certain words, phrases, and images that automatically get us to think about certain things. For example, if your Aunt Sally’s favorite flower is roses, seeing or smelling them might make you think of her. So if you want to remember someone’s name, it’s good to build an association around it. That way all you have to do is remember the association, and the name should come up without effort.