How To Keep Your Memory Sharp

Did you know that it is important to renew your mind and to do all that you can to keep your mind in shape? Your mind serves so many functions to the rest of your body.

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1. A Forgotten Thought

Where does a thought go when it is forgotten? According to ucl.ac.uk thoughts and memories that have been long-forgotten, may be accessed again when you have strong enough information to activate those same groups of neurons. They further add that smells in particular, can be quite evocative and able to bring back memories that have been forgotten. I could not agree more with this. I recall a certain fragrance of perfume one of my aunts used to wear. Whenever I smell that fragrance it brings back memories of her. I also remember a certain type of cigar my father smoked that had a sweet aroma too it.

Have you ever smelled a cologne that someone was wearing and it reminded you of a deceased spouse or friend?

2. Music

You can improve your memory. What important role does music play in memory? Have you recalled hearing a song that you used to listen to when you were a teenager? Does that bring back memories? Have you ever found yourself humming or singing a tune throughout your day that you just can not seem to get it out of your head? Some tunes just seem to stay with you. Do you remember when the song came out, “Don’t Worry, be happy?” That was a catchy tune that everyone seemed to like and to remember as well. I know I remembered it well.

Did you know that music stimulates your limbic system, which is responsible for your emotions and body parts that process sounds. Thespartan.org., talks about this. They also added that music is often used in therapy as it can help to access memories that might otherwise be impossible to remember again.

I recall at one of my Pastor’s Banquets he wanted the young people to dance. When the song Happy by Pharrell Williams was played all of the young people were dancing, but dancing in their own unique styles. I observed as they danced before him it was like dancing for a King. It was amazing to see the unique individuality of each child dancing. Also, it was even more amazing when each child came to the adult table and brought the parents up to dance. We were not expecting that so that was a total surprise for the parents as well. Yes I was up there dancing with my grandchildren. I had a ball. Now when I hear that song Happy I think about my Pastor’s Banquet.

3. Types of Memory

Did You Know that there are three main types of memory? The sensory memory is stored for a very brief period of time no longer than a half-second for visual information, short-term memory (also known as) active memory is the information we are currently aware of, and long-term memory refers to the continuing storage of information. Verywellmind.com talks about this. They further added that you can improve your memory by doing the following:

a. write it down

b. attach meaning to it

c. repeat it

d. group it

e. test yourself

f. take a mental picture

g. get enough rest

h. use memorization techniques

Do any of the above sound familiar to you? I can really identify with writing it down. I find that I do remember much better when writing things down as oppose to typing it on the computer or my notepad.

4. More Ways to Improve Memory

You can protect your memory? Are there ways to improve your memory? You can improve your memory by being physically active every day, staying mentally active, spending time with others, stay organized, sleep well, eat a healthy diet, and manage chronic health problems. Mayoclinic.org. Talks about this.

Have there been times that you went to one room to get or do something and discovered that you forgot what it was? You are not alone. Have there been times you did not remember whether you locked your car door? You are not alone. You cannot remember everything all of the time. Being active and staying active as much as possible is very important. Have you observed that many patients that have procedures done in the hospital are usually up the next day walking around? Even mother’s that have babies. Research has found that the sooner a patient is up after surgery is important to that person’s healing. Research has also shown that doing many procedures on an outpatient basis can be better for a patient as oppose to staying in the hospital several days.

5. Teaching

You can maintain your memory. Can you improve your memory by teaching others? Teaching others forces you to be on your A game! You can explain a single concept or prepare a mini lesson for others or when your students challenge you with questions, they are dong you a favor by increasing mental connections and enhancing your depth of knowledge. Armyresillience. Army.mil talks about this. They also suggest testing yourself by simply reading and reviewing information. This will provide a sense of knowing the material when your really do not know it. It forces yourself to recall information.

6. Forgetfulness

Are you forgetful? As I mentioned earlier you may not remember every single thing. Did you know that learning a new skill and following a daily routine can be helpful with forgetfulness? This is according to nia.hih.gov. They further add the importance of staying involved in activities that can help both the mind and the body and interacting with friends and family. Interacting with friends and family is so important, because ofttimes people may have a tendency to isolate or simply withdraw. Friends and family can be so important to combat that tendency to isolate.

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