#memory technique

Learn about Mnemonic Devices

The Method of Loci, also known as the Mind Palace Technique or the Roman Room System, is a technique for memorizing information by placing a mnemonic image for each item to be remembered at a point along an imaginary journey. In order to recall the information, one must remember the order and placement of the content they have paired with their location.

When I was in High School, I had to create a demonstration of how the Loci Method worked. I printed pictures of the words I was assigned and placed them around the room, I then had my classmates take a specific path around the room and had them try to memorize the words by remembering the location I had placed the printed images. It had worked out pretty well and I got a good grade on the assignment.

I made a post before talking about technique which is useful for remembering numbers, dates ,phone numbers etc

Another method that works in the same vein is to externalize the information.

For example, there is a funny video that I wanted to remember.. but I couldn’t. I watch a lot of funny videos it was one of a hundred.

However, I then remembered thinking that I wanted to show the video to my friend and boom, I remembered!

A funny video is just a funny video but because I related it to my friend, it became a part of a larger association of memory and information about my friend.

Associative memory and techniques are an ADHDer’s friend.

Studying for exams—whether it's board exams, university assessments, or competitive tests—can feel overwhelming. With so much information to absorb, knowing how to study is just as important as what to study. That’s where memory techniques come in.

In this post, you’ll discover five science-backed memory techniques used by top students and performers to study smarter—not harder. With consistency and the right approach, you can improve your memory, retain information longer, and even learn faster.

1. Pomodoro Technique + Spaced Repetition

If you’ve ever crammed all night for a test, you know how hard it is to retain everything. Instead of long, exhausting study marathons, try this dynamic duo:

Pomodoro Technique: Study for 25 minutes, take a 5-minute break. After four cycles, take a longer break (15–30 minutes).

Spaced Repetition: Review the same material at increasing intervals—e.g., Day 1, Day 3, Day 7, Day 15—to strengthen long-term memory.

🧠 Why it works: This method prevents burnout and gradually shifts knowledge into long-term memory. Perfect for subjects with heavy recall.

2. Active Recall

Active recall is one of the most effective ways to remember information. Instead of passively reading, actively test yourself.

How to do it:

Use flashcards or apps like Anki.

Cover your notes and recall key points out loud.

Write answers from memory without checking your notes.

🧠 Why it works: Actively retrieving information reinforces neural connections, helping you access knowledge quickly during exams.

3. Mind Mapping

Great for visual learners, mind mapping helps organize and connect information visually.

Steps to create a mind map:

Start with a central idea.

Branch out into subtopics.

Use colors, symbols, and keywords for better recall.

🧠 Why it works: Mind maps make it easier to see relationships between ideas and understand the "big picture," which aids both memory and comprehension.

4. Memory Palace (Method of Loci)

This ancient technique uses spatial memory to encode information.

How it works:

Visualize a familiar place (like your home).

Assign key ideas to different rooms or objects.

Mentally walk through the space to recall information.

Example: Want to remember the steps of photosynthesis? Place each step in a different room of your house with vivid, memorable imagery.

🧠 Why it works: Your brain naturally remembers locations and visuals, making this method incredibly powerful for complex information.

5. Chunking and Association

Your brain loves patterns. Chunking simplifies information by breaking it into smaller, meaningful groups.

How to use it:

Group numbers, terms, or steps into chunks.

Create acronyms or mnemonic phrases (e.g., VIBGYOR).

Link new information to something you already know.

🧠 Why it works: Chunking reduces cognitive load, and associations help form quick, memorable connections.

Bonus Tip: Prioritize Sleep for Better Retention

No matter how well you study, poor sleep can undo your hard work. Sleep is critical for memory consolidation. Aim for 7–8 hours, especially before exams, to ensure what you've studied actually sticks.

Final Thoughts

Memory isn’t just a gift—it's a skill you can train. By applying these five proven techniques:

✅ Pomodoro + Spaced Repetition ✅ Active Recall ✅ Mind Mapping ✅ Memory Palace ✅ Chunking & Association

FUN WAY TO REMEMBER NUMBERS!!!Finally you can learn that boring years, phone numbers etc.

ex. You need to remember this year: 1345 - You just need to convert these numbers using the letters on the picture above and you will get dmrl which you can adapt to word admiral. This is useful because our mind will remember pictures and words faster then some kind of number sequences which has no sense to our brain