Improve Your Memory

Remember back in the day when people would tie a string around their finger?  Well, that was a way that was used for them to remember things that they needed to do.  It served as a reminder that there were things that had not been done yet.  It served as a visualization tool.  Whenever they saw the string, it let them know that they needed to finish the job.

With all of the electronic gadgets nowadays, it’s highly unlikely that anyone is using a piece of string anymore.  Within your environment, there are things that you can do that can help to improve your memory.  You can make them part of your routine every day.

For instance, if you have clothes that you need to take or pick up from the cleaners, place a hanger on the knob of your bedroom door or your front door.  Or you can place them at both areas.  This way, you will remember to get your clothes, whether it’s taking them or picking them up from the cleaners.

Use different colors.  Different colors can have an impact on your brain.  For instance, if you have items that are red, they can help you concentrate better.  Concentration can work in your favor to help you improve your memory.

If you want to be creative, you can utilize the color blue.  Another color that is associated with concentration is green.  This color is also used to help improve your concentration.

Using a timer while you are reading or studying can help you to improve your memory.  Knowing that you only have so much time to do this can help you keep focused on the subject at hand.  You won’t have time to goof off when you know you only have so much time to get the job done.

If you are studying at home, you should do what you can to remove distractions from your environment.  It seems when you are the busiest is when the distractions seem to crop up.  When you’re studying, keep the television off along with the radio.

The ringer on your phone should be silent.  If you need music to listen to while you’re studying, play some soft music that can get you in the mood to study.

If you will be studying for a few hours, take a break in between.  If you don’t, you can have a breakdown in your concentration and focus level.  Taking breaks can help you to free your mind from the studying that you’ve been doing.  It gives to a chance to refresh your brain.  On your break, you can take a brief walk or eat a healthy snack.