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CHAPTER THREE Brain Farts, Name-Amnesia, and the Everyday Things That Drive Our Memories Mad Flashcards

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What is the first step in the SEE–LINK–GO! memorization process?

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Find a way to SEE the thing you’re trying to memorize in your mind as a picture.

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What does the ‘LINK’ step in the SEE–LINK–GO! process involve?

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Anchor it to something you already know well.

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What is the final step in the SEE–LINK–GO! memorization process?

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GO! Make that image really memorable using all of your senses, emotions, and some movement.

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What is the relationship between attention and memory?

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Memory starts and ends with paying attention.

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True or False: Memory lapses mean your brain is failing you.

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False

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What is meta-memory?

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Thoughts about how you memorize something, not just the direct memory of something.

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What phenomenon does Dr. G. A. Radvansky’s research address?

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Walking through doorways causes forgetting.

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According to Radvansky, why do we forget things when moving between rooms?

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Our brains compartmentalize events or thoughts and attach them to a room or space.

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What is a practical tip for remembering why you walked into a room?

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Go back to the previous room or place you were in when you had the thought.

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What is the importance of eye contact in conversations?

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It helps maintain attention and focus on the speaker.

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What should you do with distracting devices during a conversation?

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Put away any distracting device.

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What technique can help you remember specific details from a conversation?

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Visualize the words as if they’re in a movie playing before your eyes.

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Define anchoring in the context of memory.

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Associating one new incoming piece of information with another, already grounded piece of information.

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Provide an example of anchoring.

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Imagining taking your boss’s head and slamming it into the copy machine to remember to make one hundred copies.

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What common problem does the chapter address regarding daily life?

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Forgetting where you parked your car or put your wallet.

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What is the first step to remember where you parked your car?

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Make a mental note of where you parked your car.

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Fill in the blank: The SEE–LINK–GO! process can help improve _______.

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memory

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What should you visualize to remember a parking lot zone?

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Create an image for the floor number or zone, and anchor it to something.

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What happens if you don’t pay attention while someone is speaking to you?

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You are more likely to forget what they said.

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How can imagery that is over the top help memory?

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It makes things stick like glue.

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What is the first step in remembering where you parked your car?

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Make a mental note of where you parked your car

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What does the SEE—LINK—GO! mantra entail?

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Create an image for the parking location and link it to your car

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How can you create a memorable image for the number 4?

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Use the Number-Shape System to associate it with an object, like a sail

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What should you do with the image of the number 4?

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Stuff it into your car or make it interact with your car

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What is a unique way to remember a parking zone represented by the letter B?
Visualize your car as a baker's oven filled with bread
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What is a recommended strategy for parking in multiple locations throughout the day?
Make each image unique by relating it to your current activities
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How can you remember a parking zone distinguished by color?
Associate the color with a vivid object, like ketchup for red
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What is the suggested method for remembering complex parking location numbers?
Create a mega-image by combining previous examples and associations
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What are common reasons for forgetting where you placed your keys?
* Focused on something else * Placed them in an unusual location
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What is the simplest solution to avoid losing items like keys?
Establish a designated place for each item
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What is the Move It or Lose It Method?
Perform an unusual action when placing an item down to enhance memory
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Give an example of a memorable action to remember where you placed your keys.
Tap yourself on the head with your keys before placing them down
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What should you do if you often forget whether you completed repetitive tasks?
Add original qualities to each task to make them memorable
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What is a good method to remember items when you can't write them down?
Use the Throw the Pen Method by tossing an object to remind yourself
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How can you link a reminder to an object using the Throw the Pen Method?
Create an image for the needed task and link it to the tossed object
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What should you do if you remember a task while in the shower?
Create a mental image linked to an item in your path after showering
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Fill in the blank: To remember where you parked your car, you should _______.
[Make a mental note of the location]
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True or False: The Move It or Lose It Method involves performing a random action when placing an item down.
True
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What is the Throw the Pen Method?
A memory technique that involves anchoring a thought to a physical object to remember it later ## Footnote This method helps to store tasks or reminders when immediate action is not possible.
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How can you visualize the task of emailing Chip?
By imagining the razor case as a printer printing out potato chips ## Footnote This visual association helps to strengthen the memory of the task.
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What strategy can you use if you need to remember something temporarily?
Cross your fingers, feet, or move some body part slightly ## Footnote This physical action draws attention to the thought you want to remember.
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What common issue do people face regarding names?
People are often good at remembering faces but struggle with remembering names ## Footnote This phenomenon leads to frustration and feelings of inadequacy.
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What is the first step to improving name memory?
Try a little harder and engage in memory games ## Footnote Competition can enhance focus and retention of names.
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What does the SEE—LINK—GO! process entail?
It involves seeing the person, linking their name to an attribute, and then creating a memorable image ## Footnote This method helps in encoding and recalling names effectively.
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What should you use as an anchor to remember a name?
A prominent facial feature or characteristic of the person ## Footnote This helps create a strong association with the name.
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What should you avoid doing when using the anchor method?
Do not tell a person their anchor attribute ## Footnote Revealing this could lead to awkward situations and misunderstandings.
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What is a good practice to ensure you remember a name after meeting someone?
Repeat the name back during the conversation ## Footnote This reinforces memory through active engagement.
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How can you create memorable associations for names that are not easily visualized?
Break the name down into syllables and create a concept around those sounds ## Footnote This technique helps in forming clearer and more unique associations.
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What visual image could you create for the name 'Shannon'?
Shannon shining a flashlight on her face ## Footnote This image links the name to a memorable action, enhancing recall.
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What is a key element to make a mental image memorable?
Add emotions and detailed visuals to the scene ## Footnote The more vivid and emotional the image, the stronger the memory.
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What is the first step in the process of remembering names?
Focus ## Footnote Blocking out distractions is crucial for memory retention.
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What distinguishing feature is chosen in the memorization process?
A noticeable or distinctive facial feature ## Footnote This helps anchor the person's name in memory.
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How can you conceptualize the name 'Donovan'?
Break it down into 'Don' and 'van' ## Footnote 'Don' can remind you of Don Juan, while 'van' relates to a vehicle.
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What image is created to remember Donovan's name?
Don Juan driving a van filled with ladies ## Footnote The image is anchored to his bald head.
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What technique is used to remember last names in addition to first names?
Linking Method ## Footnote This involves creating a second concept distinct from the first name.
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What does the last name 'Carboni' break down into?
'Carb' (pasta) and 'oni' (only) ## Footnote This helps create a visual link with the first name.
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What is the process to add extra information about a person?
Weave together a linked story ## Footnote Each piece of information is turned into an image and linked to the names.
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What feature is used to anchor the name 'Peter Bond'?
A serious dimple on his cheek ## Footnote This helps create a memorable visual association.
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How does the name 'Patrick McDougall' get conceptualized?
Patrick reminds of patting down, McDougall of a McDog ## Footnote The name is linked to a humorous image of dogs as burgers.
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What is a recommended action when trying to memorize names at a social event?
Set a goal to memorize a specific number of names ## Footnote This approach helps focus the effort and practice the technique.
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True or False: Memorizing names is something only certain people can do.
False ## Footnote Anyone can learn to memorize names with practice.
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Fill in the blank: The technique involves creating a _______ based on the person's distinguishing feature.
[linked story] ## Footnote This story helps anchor the memory of their name.
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What humorous image is created to remember Patrick's love for hockey?
Swinging a hockey stick at the dogs on his forehead ## Footnote This action reinforces the memory of both his name and interest.
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What should you do if you forget a name while using this technique?
Practice more ## Footnote With time and effort, memory recall will improve.
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What should be included in the linked images for a person's name?
First name, last name, and additional information ## Footnote All elements should be connected in a cohesive narrative.

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