The average human person will forget quite a few things – things they need to do, things or faces they have seen or been told before or even more important things, like that overdue bill that totally slips your mind.
The most frustrating are the day to day things, because once they are out of your mind and do not get done on time, they can cause great inconvenience.
Ever wonder how some people are so good at remembering everything? Well, here are some tips that will get you started on having a better memory.
1. Sleep better, sleep more
A tired mind has a hard time remembering things. You must get your mind to relax at some point in the day, and the best way to do this is to get a good night’s sleep. Ensure that you sleep early enough, and get good quality sleep. Work on your sleeping environment so that it’s quiet and peaceful. When you lay down to sleep, let go and tell your mind its time to rest. You will notice how much more refreshed you will feel in the morning, and will remember things much more easily!
2. Don’t Trust your memory so much
Get into the habit of writing things down. Whether you are a CEO or a stay-at-home mom, there are those things that will always slip. Get a notebook and write them down. Date them, highlight them, do whatever you can to make sure they stand out. With modern technology, most mobile phones come with a reminder facility that even has an alarm – use it. You will realize that you will be much more relaxed without the stress of worrying whether you forgot to do something.
3. Get Rid of Clutter
Make it a habit to get rid of clutter before you leave a room, an issue or even a person. Clutter muddles things up, and later, you can never be sure whether it was this that was meant or the other. Notice how much easier it usually is to navigate around a tidy room than a cluttered one? How easy it is to see things, remember to get them done? It is as well for a room, a desk as for your mind. Arrange things, get rid of what you don’t need and you will notice that it will be a lot easier to remember things.
You may be wondering if there is anything you can take to improve your memory? There are many drugs available now, but your best bet is fish oil – yes, cod liver oil. It contains Omega 3 fatty acids that are great for improving memory. Eat fish rich in oil, or even buy over-the-counter supplements – most pharmacies stock them. It’s a great memory and concentration aid for children as well.
Remember, it’s human to forget, but using the above tips will go a long way in helping you forget less and less everyday.
