One simple trick to improve your memory 1y2wj

07/04/2025

There is one straightforward trick to help you more. Today, Dr. Ranganath reveals why...

There is one straightforward trick to help you more. Today, Dr. Ranganath reveals why testing yourself (even when you fail) can supercharge your memory. 
You’ll learn:


Why re-reading notes doesn’t work, but testing yourself does.


How a study with dental students proved the power of error-driven learning.


Why guessing the answer before hearing it makes information stick.


The science-backed technique that beats cramming for exams.


How I memorised my (embarrassing) best man speech 


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Ranganath, C. (2024). Why we : Unlocking memory’s power to hold on to what matters. Doubleday.


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