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How to Improve Your Memory


  1. Mnemonics. Create a phrase in which the initial letters of each word spell out a tricky word. "Rhythm Helps Your Two Hips Move" can help you remember a tough word like rhythm. You can also create a sentence to help you remember a list. To remember the colors in the rainbow try chanting, "Richard Of York Gave Battle In Vain."
  2. Visualization. Painting a picture in your head about a system or process will help you remember step-by-step procedures. Pretend you're directing an episode of CSI, you can let your mind's camera wander through a chemistry experiment or physics trial.
  3. Association. Relate an important fact to a word or thing that sounds like or looks like it. For example, when studying Teddy Roosevelt, you may associate the name to a "Teddy Bear." Lincoln can be a car or a penny.
  4. Linking. If you need to remember a list, try to link one item to the other. For example a grocery list, if you need to buy pork, butter and bread, picture an image of toasted bread and butter with grilled pork.
  5. Key Points. When you're listening to a class lecture, you need not transcribe the class. Jot down only the important words from each sentence. Your brain will fill in the details.