Whether you are revising for exams or learning for the pleasure of it, it’s hard to downplay the advantages of fast learning. After all, we are all busy, it makes sense to be smart with our time. So can science help us to be a fast learner? Back when I…
The way we learn something can have a huge impact on our ability to understand and retain the information. This is because we all have different learning styles that can vary depending on what type of thing we are learning. Often, an individual doesn’t fit into one learning category and…
Talking to yourself out loud is typically seen as a social faux pas. Indeed, we get encouraged to stop guiding our behavior by talking out loud as we get older. However, a recent study from Bangor University has found that thinking and talking out loud may actually offer a number…
Ever wondered why you remember some things and other things are quickly forgotten? Well, this could be due to the primacy effect. The science behind the primacy effect is simple yet complicated to navigate. I’ve recognized the characteristics of this effect many times in my life. This curious state of…
Do you ever feel like you’re expected to keep track of too much information? That there’s more going on in your life and the world around you than you can possibly remember? If so you’re not alone. The truth is most people are overwhelmed with the amount of information thrown…
Want to boost your memory? Try any of the below memory games for adults to make the process of improving your cognitive functions engaging and fun! Schools have started using video games and apps to teach students language, math, and other valuable skills. However, it’s not only children who can…
The Mind Palace is one of the most effective and powerful memorizing techniques that are used globally. On top of that, Mind Palace is simple and fun to use. This technique can be successfully employed for dozens of small and big challenges, from preparing for an exam or presentation to…
It’s been a long time since I had to study for an exam. But can science improve the way we study? A recent study suggests that by using certain memory hacks, we can remember more. We have all at some time had to study for an important exam. So it…
