5 Daily Practices That Improve Your Memory

We often forget dates, numbers, calculations, events, etc. Sometimes it becomes so irritating and we have to suffer due to this absurd problem. When observed in details, it was found that some particular habits and behaviors that people cultivate help in developing a good memory. Here are 5 practices that can enhance and improve your memory: 

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1. Tell Yourself 

Whenever you do something, tell yourself about that. Either loudly or silently, just say that I am doing this. For an instance, if you are writing an email to a person, then tell yourself that “I am writing an email to [this person].” Making a mental note will help you retaining things and will prevent you from wondering later whether you did it or not. Practice it and and avoid future doubtful situations. 

2. Read and Summarize 

Another practice is to recall all the points without looking at your book when you read the chapter or an article from your book. Try to remember the main points. For an instance, can you remember all the 5 daily practices to increase your memory after reading this article? This process will help you remember other important things as well like your grocery list. 

3. Be observant 

Start observing the things around you. Whether you are standing in a queue or waiting for somebody at the restaurant or walking on the road or sitting idle, start observing your surroundings, take a moment and feel your presence there. Observe the clouds; notice the decorations on the walls. Make that moment a memory. 

4. Meditate 

Meditation is the best practice that one can opt. Meditation helps clearing our mind and making it clutter free that clogs up our true selves. It makes space for the news ideas to grow and develop your creative thinking. 

5. Listen 

Learn to listen to other patiently and carefully. Be an active listener. Make efforts to keep your mind present at the situation. Listening not only improves your relations it also helps you maintaining your memory and remember things. 
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