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Random post about memory...

I was watching "The Mind Explained" on Netflix, and there is an episode about memory. It was really interesting and I would suggest a watch. If you don't have Netflix, the episode appears to be intact on YouTube (video above).

The neuro researchers explained the following findings:
  • Meditation and mindfulness may help enhance and increase memory;
  • Memories can be strengthened by using them in a story, or by telling yourself a story about the memory;
  • Time and place (where you were and when it happened) seem to play a big part in memory;
  • Emotion creates memory, i.e. highly emotional experiences create stronger memories.
Just thought it was a fun and informative watch and I thought I would share.

Comments

  1. Jessica BarrSeptember 17, 2019 at 6:45 PM

    Hey Jess- Thanks for sharing! What you have listed sounds fascinating, I will definitely put it on my list to check out.

    Jessica B.

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  2. JesshanmacSeptember 17, 2019 at 7:32 PM

    Awesome! Let me know what you think.

    ReplyDelete

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