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If you want to know the answer to this question, you have to look at the amygdala. This dual set of brain regions are gatekeepers to long-term memory. They/it
by bluetwo 9y ago
If you want to know the answer to this question, you have to look at the amygdala.
This dual set of brain regions are gatekeepers to long-term memory.
They/it only lets in things it thinks you might need later.
And it grades this need based on emotion.
So, if you want to recall something later, you need a purpose, and if the purpose ties into something emotional, all the better.
(I know some people are going to fight me on the assertion that emotion regulates memory, but do a little research before telling me I'm wrong.)
- nojvek 9y agoSo how does one hack emotions to remember better?
- hakanderyal 9y agoHave a look at NLP(neuro linguistic programming) techniques regarding memory. An example, before you start starting studying a topic, tell yourself, consciously, why you are going to learn this specific thing, and how you want to use it. After studying, tell yourself how are you going to use the things you have just learned, imagine yourself applying them in different scenarios. Even these two simple exercises helps brain to make those connections GP told about. I don't want to get in to the topic of whether NLP has a scientific base, just want to emphasize that most of these techniques are brought together from examining how experts relevant to the area do things that made them successful. I don't have enough time right now for a longer answer or sources, will try to expand later.
- bluetwo 9y agoThat's a really good question.