In order to truly appreciate the magic-I mean, science-behind memorization techniques, it's important to understand the basics of how memory works. To jump straight to the memorization techniques, click on any of the links below. If you want to first geek out on how memory works, keep reading.
No matter what you're trying to memorize-a video script, the periodic table of elements, your grocery list-here are 11 memorization techniques you can use to strengthen your memory for any period of time. They can also help improve your working and short-term memory. And these techniques go beyond boosting just your long-term memory. That's the neat thing about memorization tools: they can help you remember things you haven't thought about for years-decades, even.
