Meet the two-time world champion in memory
Curated from: Chalmers University of Technology
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Make Connections
The foundational principle of Essen’s extraordinary memory is that he connects ideas.
The abstract is considered more difficult to remember than the concrete, but by connecting the abstract to more easily pictured ideas, one’s memory can improve.
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Utilize Images
Images have been proven to stick exceptionally well to the brain.
Essen’s utilized images to improve his memory on several occasions, including:
- Memorizing the numbers of Pi: Essen formed his own “number alphabet” that he correlated to images such as cake.
- Memorizing the top ten largest countries: Essen goes down the body, starting at the head, and connects parts of it to the countries as he goes. He envisions his head as nesting dolls, his ears as maple leaves, his eyes as hamburgers, and so forth.
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Be Bizarre
Try to make your connections memorable and unusual! Your image should be uniquely tied to what you’re attempting to memorize.
The more vivid and interesting of an image, the better.
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Do What Makes Sense To YOU
Connections should be personal and flow at least somewhat effortlessly. Don’t force a certain connection to stick if a better alternative exists for you.
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Layer Connections
Connect connections to each other to form an even stronger “memory path”. These can also represent connections/reactions between related information.
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Practice!
Regular practice, especially with these techniques, and further strengthen neural pathways in the brain and forge stronger memories.
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“The key to life is not accumulation, it is contribution.” - Stephen Covey An ordinary youth and serial notetaker who is passionate about a variety of topics. I do my best to ensure my ideas are as concise and valuable as possible.
CURATOR'S NOTE
A man known for his incredible memory offers insight into the techniques he uses.
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