Learn 10x Faster with 11 Systems to Remember Anything

How to learn 10x faster.

11 systems to remember anything:

— Jamie Russo (@jamierusso) March 25, 2023

1. Method of loci:

Associate information with specific locations in an imaginary place.

• Imagine a palace
• List features
• Associate

The method of loci is one of the most powerful memory techniques.

— Jamie Russo (@jamierusso) March 25, 2023

2. Multi-sensory:

Best for people who learn through hands-on experiences.

• Engage multiple senses while learning
• Eg. podcasts + videos
• Eg. hands-on classes

Engaging your senses reinforces memory.

— Jamie Russo (@jamierusso) March 25, 2023

3. Mind mapping:

Organize useful information into a diagram.

• Start w/ the central idea
• Expand w/ branches
• Add keywords

Mind maps create connections between pieces of information.

— Jamie Russo (@jamierusso) March 25, 2023

4. Journaling:

Track what you learn in a diary.

• Summarize each lesson
• Bullets for insights
• A reflection

Review entries to improve retention.

— Jamie Russo (@jamierusso) March 25, 2023

5. Mnemonics:

Mnemonics are useful for remembering information by associating it with something memorable.

• Use acronyms
• Use acrostics
• Use images

For example, ROYGBIV.

— Jamie Russo (@jamierusso) March 25, 2023

6. Peg system:

Associate each item you want to remember with a visual image.

• Form a mental image of a coat rack
• Associate info with images
• Place image on rack

Hanging items on pegs helps you remember.

— Jamie Russo (@jamierusso) March 25, 2023

7. Chunking:

Break down large amounts of information into smaller chunks.

• Turn long lists into short lists
• Group related information
• Organize w/ categories

By grouping related information together, you can make it easier to remember.

— Jamie Russo (@jamierusso) March 25, 2023

8. Retrieval:

Practice recalling information from memory instead of rereading.

• Use crosswords
• Flashcards
• Quizzes

Retrieval improves long-term memory in in children and adults.

— Jamie Russo (@jamierusso) March 25, 2023

9. Active learning:

Engage with material through active learning such as...

• Teaching
• Discussions
• Problem Solving

Hands-on experiences are memorable experiences.

— Jamie Russo (@jamierusso) March 25, 2023

10. Color coding:

Assign colors to each piece of information.

• List your information
• Organize list by category
• Assign colors

Use highlighters to create a color-coded mind map.

— Jamie Russo (@jamierusso) March 25, 2023

11. Mental rehearsal:

Practice a task by performing it in your mind.

• Rehearse a speech
• Rehearse a talent
• Rehearse a skill

Practicing the task creates a mental blueprint and muscle memory.

— Jamie Russo (@jamierusso) March 25, 2023

11 systems to remember anything:

• Mental rehearsal
• Active learning
• Method of loci
• Mind mapping
• Multi-sensory
• Color coding
• Mnemonics
• Peg system
• Journaling
• Chunking
• Retrieval

— Jamie Russo (@jamierusso) March 25, 2023