subject: Methods For Improving Your Memory [print this page] Have you ever thought about how useful a good memory is? It can help you each and every day by aiding your thought process in overcoming obstacles.
Everyone stands to benefit from a sharp memory since it helps us no matter what we're doing. However, students find a good memory especially helpful since it aids them in remembering all the information they cover in class and at home.
Anyone can benefit from having a good memory, since it aids in learning and remembering information. But since having a good memory is so important, is there anything you can do to improve your own?
When we're learning something new, especially for school, we often have to cram a large amount of information into our brains at once. This means that while we may be learning a lot of new information, we're also probably forgetting quite a bit of it.
One way to sharpen your memory is to get up early and use that time before work or school to review your notes. Try saying them aloud as you read them.
Hearing your own words in this way will help you memorize the subject matter. Since you're not only reading the material but hearing it as well, you will be more likely to make the proper connections in your mind.
Some people just don't function well in the morning. If you hate getting up early, try reading your notes aloud before going to sleep instead. This method worked for me; I read my notes every night before bed, and the information became easier to remember. I aced my tests because the information was strong in my memory.
There have also been studies conducted which showed that going to bed early aids in memorization, and provides an advantage in this regard over going to bed late. These studies also showed that getting enough sleep and getting to bed early can actually help recover lost memories!
It's a good idea to practice memory improvement methods, and there are several ways to do it. Try my method first, and then experiment with others. Find the one that works best for you, and stick with it.
