Art of Memory Blog

Here are some of our featured blog posts.

How to Build a Memory Palace

Learn how to use the powerful memory palace technique.

Does Photographic Memory Exist?

Learn the difference between photographic memory and eidetic memory, and find out if they can be developed.

How to Calculate the Day of the Week

Learn how to mentally calculate the day of the week for any date in history.

Virtual Memory Palaces

Learn all about virtual memory palaces.

Mnemonics for Planets

Learn how to memorize the planets of the solar system.

36 Memory Techniques for Studying

Here's a big list of 36 memory techniques that you can use for studying.

Sherlock's Mind Palace

Learn about Sherlock and his mind palace.

How to Use the Method of Loci

Learn how to use the ancient Roman method of loci.

Memorize Numbers with the Major System

The Major System is a popular technique for memorizing long numbers.

Person-Action-Object (PAO) System

The PAO System was made famous in the book Moonwalking with Einstein.

How to Memorize with a Peg List System

Peg lists are a great way to memorize lists of items.

Spaced Repetition and Recall

Learn how to use spaced repetition to improve your learning skills.

Memory Competition Training Techniques

Learn how to train for memory competitions.

How to Use Mnemonics

Learn all about mnemonic devices.

How to Memorize a Book

Here are some tips on memorizing books, including textbooks.

The Number Shape System

Learn how to use the number shape system.

How to Memorize Vocabulary Words

Learn how to memorize vocabulary words in English and other languages.

How to Memorize Poetry

Learn how to memorize poetry.

How to Memorize Programming Languages

Learn how our members memorize programming languages, like Python, SQL, JavaScript, Go, shell scripting, and more.

How to Get Started with Speed Reading

Learn how to get started with speed reading and find out if it really works.

Aphantasia and Memory

Learn about aphantasia and how it affects memory.

Synesthesia and Memory

Learn about synesthesia and how it affects memory.

The Feynman Technique

Learning by teaching is a powerful technique for remembering things.

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