Expert Articles on Human
Mind, Memory and Beyond

by Jonas von Essen

Published on April 1, 2025

Updated on April 16, 2025

Keeping a keen mind might feel like a strenuous task in a society where data overload is the rule. Still,...

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Top Brain Exercises For Memory and Thinking

by Jonas von Essen

Published on March 31, 2025

Updated on April 29, 2025

We all have those moments when our memory is not at its peak. For example, entering a place and forgetting...

Human Memory

How to Strengthen Your Memory: Do Lifestyle Habits Really Affect Memorization?

by Jonas von Essen

Published on March 31, 2025

Updated on April 28, 2025

Learning is an evolving skill that improves with practice. How we learn can be modified by the right techniques and...

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Key Memory Skills to Improve Your Learning Capacity

by Jonas von Essen

Published on March 10, 2025

Updated on March 10, 2025

Numbers are abstract by nature. Thus, long sequences are difficult to memorize without a structured approach. Fortunatel...

How to Memorize Numbers Easily with the Major System

by George Markosian

Published on March 6, 2025

Updated on March 6, 2025

The peg system memory method is a powerful mnemonic tool. It relies on anchoring information onto an agreed list of...

How to Master the Peg System Memory Technique

by Paul Deretskiy

Published on March 6, 2025

Updated on March 6, 2025

Finding the weekday of any date is a fascinating mix of reasoning, arithmetic, and digital precision. The use of either....

How to Find the Day of the Week for Any Date Quickly and Easily

by Jonas von Essen

Published on February 5, 2025

Updated on April 29, 2025

Our brain produces various chemicals that significantly influence our mental health when we come across emotionally char...

Top Mental Health Exercises to Improve Cognitive Balance and Emotional Well-Being

by Jonas von Essen

Published on February 5, 2025

Updated on February 5, 2025

Our brains interact with many types of memory, each having a designated role. Long-term memory preserves facts and life ...

Learning More About Working Memory: Examples and Its Application in Daily Life

by Jonas von Essen

Published on December 31, 2024

Updated on December 31, 2024

Designed to link recently acquired knowledge with pre-memorized signals or “pegs,” the peg memory system is ...

Human Memory

Developing Your Recall: A Manual for Learning the Peg Memory System

by Jonas von Essen

Published on November 28, 2024

Updated on November 28, 2024

Cracking the code of human cognition depends on knowing how the brain interprets data. The information processing theory...

Human Mind

Exploring Information Processing Theory: How the Brain Processes Incoming Data

by Jonas von Essen

Published on November 28, 2024

Updated on November 28, 2024

The human brain is designed to adapt and grow through learning. When we study, the brain’s memory and decision-mak...

Human Memory

Top Memorization Techniques for Studying: Tested Approaches That Rewire the Brain

by Jonas von Essen

Published on October 25, 2024

Updated on November 25, 2024

Our memory, as a complicated activity, calls for both active stimulation and a peaceful respite to declutter the mind. W...

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Meditation and Memory: How Might The Right Technique Boost Recall?

by Jonas von Essen

Published on October 16, 2024

Updated on November 25, 2024

The brain’s ability to store multiple types of information relies on various memory mechanisms. From factual data ...

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Severely Deficient Autobiographical Memory (SDAM): What You Should Know

by Jonas von Essen

Published on October 10, 2024

Updated on November 25, 2024

Our brain is a complex system that continuously balances many mental processes. Among them is hyperphantasia, the condit...

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Exploring Hyperphantasia: Do You Have a Supercharged Imagination?

by Jonas von Essen

Published on September 19, 2024

Updated on October 2, 2024

Theories of intelligence originate from a need to comprehend how people lean more toward distinct cognitive talents, inc...

Human Brain Human Mind

Cracking the Mind: Theories of Intelligence in Psychology

by Jonas von Essen

Published on September 17, 2024

Updated on April 29, 2025

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) derives from the theory that actions, emotions, and ideas are interwoven. Through the...

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What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: When It Brings Benefits

by Jonas von Essen

Published on September 13, 2024

Updated on November 25, 2024

Our ability to recall names stems from the complicated processes of memory encoding. Our brains use clues to commit name...

Human Brain Human Memory

How to Remember Names: Tips and Tricks

by Jonas von Essen

Published on September 4, 2024

Updated on April 29, 2025

Usually spanning a few minutes, short-term memory is the ability to store and retrieve knowledge. Decisions, problem-sol...

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How to Improve Short-Term Memory and Why It is Important 

by Jonas von Essen

Published on September 4, 2024

Updated on April 29, 2025

The human brain changes with aging. It may cause a loss of mental sharpness. This process is connected to a...

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The Benefits of Brain Training for Seniors

by Jonas von Essen

Published on September 4, 2024

Updated on April 28, 2025

When getting older, the concern of losing our cognitive capacity becomes more urgent. Although millions of individuals w...

How to Avoid Dementia: Proven Strategies for Maintaining Brain Health

by Jonas von Essen

Published on July 4, 2024

Updated on September 24, 2024

The rich collection of personal events and experiences that shape our life story is created by autobiographical memory. ...

Human Memory

Autobiographical Memory: The Importance of Personal Memories

by Jonas von Essen

Published on July 4, 2024

Updated on April 29, 2025

To keep data for prolonged periods, long-term memory is absolutely necessary. This memory type may be broken down into s...

Human Memory

Long-Term Memory: Can a Human Function Without It

by Jonas von Essen

Published on June 17, 2024

Updated on August 9, 2024

Diverse states of thought cause diverse data processing in the human brain. Static cognition and mental stagnation are c...

Brain and Exercises: Increase Cognitive Ability and Get Over Limitations

by Jonas von Essen

Published on May 8, 2024

Updated on April 29, 2025

A human mind is similar to a library filled with episodes from life. Within its storage, there is data created...

Human Memory

Episodic Memory: The Role and Importance of Subjective Retrieval

by Jonas von Essen

Published on May 8, 2024

Updated on April 29, 2025

Leading a fulfilling and productive life depends on improving brain functioning. Cognitive ability may be improved by st...

Human Brain Mammalian Brain

How to Improve Brain Functions with Proven Mental Aids

by Jonas von Essen

Published on April 1, 2024

Updated on April 16, 2025

Сognitive science suggests that one of the most important factors determining memory strength is sleep. Unlike the activ...

Human Memory

Sleep in Memory Enhancement: Investigating the Sleep Effects on Memorization

by Jonas von Essen

Published on April 1, 2024

Updated on April 28, 2025

Losing track of appointments, misplacing things, or repeating the same questions might be the first signs of mild memory...

Human Memory

How to Help Memory Loss: Activating Mind Capacity

by Jonas von Essen

Published on January 31, 2024

Updated on April 29, 2025

Enhancing your memory through targeted exercises is akin to building a cognitive foundation. But how long does it take t...

Human Memory

Memory Booster Exercises: How Quickly Do the First Results Appear?

by Jonas von Essen

Published on January 31, 2024

Updated on August 26, 2024

The human mind operates like a carefully wired system of encoding and decoding data. At the core of this mental...

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How to Increase Working Memory: The Art of Remembering

by Jonas von Essen

Published on December 27, 2023

Updated on November 25, 2024

Overwhelming assignments, high expectations, and continuous pressure cause great mental stress for students. The fast-pa...

Human Memory

Best Ways to Improve Memory for Studying: Reaching Academic Success

by Jonas von Essen

Published on June 29, 2023

Updated on April 29, 2025

Within the intricate folds of the human brain lies a captivating conundrum — the domain of working memory. ‍Working type...

Human Memory

The Secrets of Working Memory: Function and Importance

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on June 9, 2023

Updated on November 26, 2024

Unlock your mind’s hidden vault and unleash your cognitive faculties’ full potential with mnemonic devices. ...

Human Memory

Unlocking the Memory Strongbox: Demystify Mnemonic Devices

7 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on May 23, 2023

Updated on January 31, 2024

Memory-enhancing techniques enable humans to unlock their mind’s vault to better encode, store, and recall informa...

Human Memory

Unlocking the Mind’s Vault: Memory Enhancing Techniques

5 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on May 18, 2023

Updated on November 25, 2024

Paracosm is an invented place or world where anything may reside: characters, locations, ideas, and adjustments to reali...

Human Mind

Extremely Vivid Fantasy: What Is A Paracosm?

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on May 16, 2023

Updated on January 31, 2024

Emotions significantly impact memory, with positive emotions improving acquisition and retention, while negative emotion...

Human Memory

Exploring the Link Between Emotions and Memory Retrieval

7 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on March 6, 2023

Updated on September 24, 2024

Mind training has become increasingly popular as a potent tool for individuals seeking to unlock their full mental poten...

Human Brain

Benefits of Brain Training and Gain a Mental Edge

7 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on March 6, 2023

Updated on January 31, 2024

Improving memory and increasing memorization capacity with research-based strategies is possible, and some of these so-c...

Human Memory

10 Secrets to Improve Your Memory: Power Up Memorization

7 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on February 28, 2023

Updated on April 29, 2025

Neuroplasticity is the brain’s power to transform and reorganize itself in response to new experiences, learning, ...

Harnessing Mental Acuity Through Neuroplasticity Exercise:

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on February 14, 2023

Updated on August 7, 2024

Increasing IQ is a possibility. The IQ or intelligence quotient is increased through mental practice, brain training act...

Human Brain

Can You Increase Your IQ?

8 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on February 12, 2023

Updated on August 26, 2024

‍Remember where you lost something to find misplaced items by staying focused and stress-free. Applying a possible mnemo...

Human Memory

How to Remember Where You Lost Something

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on February 12, 2023

Updated on January 20, 2025

‍Valuable information on the monumental achievements of human intelligence inspires many people around the globe. We are...

Human Mind

Who Has The Highest IQ – Top 12 Highest IQ Ever Recorded

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on February 2, 2023

Updated on January 31, 2024

To understand sensory learning, one needs to realize the sophisticated sensory mechanisms within the nervous system and ...

Development

How to Understand Sensory Learning – Your Sensory Perception

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on January 28, 2023

Updated on October 1, 2024

Short-term memory refers to the proficiency to hold onto a limited amount of information for a brief span of time....

Human Memory

How to Improve Short-Term Memory?

10 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on January 28, 2023

Updated on September 24, 2024

One way to use context and state-dependent memory for stronger recall is to actively try to associate the information an...

Human Memory

Context and State-Dependent Memory: Use It For Strong Recall

10 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on January 24, 2023

Updated on September 24, 2024

Slow reading is undoubtedly a good thing. Plenty of individuals fixate on and mentally organize information more slowly ...

Human Mind

Slow Reader — Is It a Problem?

5 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on January 24, 2023

Updated on January 31, 2024

An individual may apply several proven techniques for faster and fuss-free encoding. One is able to learn the art of...

Development

Glycolysis Mnemonic Tactic: Encode Complex Concepts & Vocab

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on January 23, 2023

Updated on September 24, 2024

Irrational thought quite often appears to be a hurdle in the way of accomplishing goals. Slow decision-making leads to m...

Development

Reinforce Reasoning Skills and Make Thought Patterns Strong

5 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on January 17, 2023

Updated on November 25, 2024

One of the traditional modes of thought generation is known as linear thinking. It can be compared to the binary...

Human Mind

What is Linear Thinking and How to Keep Thoughts Straight?

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on January 17, 2023

Updated on September 24, 2024

Fast thinking refers to our neural network’s ability to respond to cognitive processing and make quick and well-in...

Human Brain

How to Think Faster, Accurately, and Efficiently

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on December 12, 2022

Updated on January 31, 2024

The top 10 careers that require the highest IQ are careers in which you need great reasoning, problem-solving skills, an...

Human Brain

10 Careers That Require the Highest IQ

7 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on December 8, 2022

Updated on January 31, 2024

‍The human brain color physically is white, black, and red-pinkish while it is alive and pulsating. Images of pink brain...

Human Brain

Brain Color – it’s not Always Rainbows and Butterflies

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on December 8, 2022

Updated on January 31, 2024

The human brain is an ongoing mystery. Many scientists have dedicated their careers to closely analyzing and understandi...

Human Brain

Hyperphantasia: The Truth About Photorealistic Imagination

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on December 8, 2022

Updated on November 25, 2024

Aphantasia is the inability to visualize images voluntarily in one’s head, whether based on real experiences or not. As ...

Human Brain

What is Aphantasia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

7 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on December 7, 2022

Updated on January 31, 2024

The cerebrum, cerebellum, and brain stem are the brain’s three main parts that control memory, as well as the brai...

Human Memory

Which Part of the Brain Controls Memory?

8 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on December 6, 2022

Updated on September 24, 2024

There is an array of mind tricks to calculate and multiply digits. The speediest way of mental calculation is known...

Human Brain

The Trachtenberg Method: Several Examples to Explore

7 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on November 25, 2022

Updated on January 31, 2024

In general, memorization begins with the senses’ perception of facts and events. The human mind tends to build mea...

Human Memory

Sensory Memory Types and Examples: Facts About Perception

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on November 24, 2022

Updated on September 24, 2024

There is a lot of evidence that you can increase the power of your brain, even though this is one...

Human Brain

Memory Hacks to Improve Your Brain and Amp Up Intelligence

7 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on October 21, 2022

Updated on November 25, 2024

Inductive reasoning bases truth on a minor set of information which is only partial knowledge allowing the development o...

Development

Inductive vs. Deductive Reasoning: Which is Better

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on October 18, 2022

Updated on September 24, 2024

Ambidexterity is the ability to use both hands with similar precision for tasks like writing, using tools, and other act...

Human Brain

Ambidexterity: Can Two-Handedness Improve Your Brain

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on October 10, 2022

Updated on November 25, 2024

In efforts to protect and preserve ourselves, to find the most efficient ways of achieving things, we are constantly enc...

Human Memory

What is Memory Encoding, and How is it Improved?

7 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on October 10, 2022

Updated on January 31, 2024

Memory is the brain’s ability to encode and recall the needed information. In other words, memory – the capa...

Mammalian Brain

What Animal has the Best Memory? Mammal Memory Challenge

4 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on October 10, 2022

Updated on November 25, 2024

There are supplements that attribute to the betterment of memory. Including Vitamin B, Vitamin E, Omega 3, Ginseng, and ...

Human Memory

The 10 Best Supplements for Memory You Should Take

8 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on October 10, 2022

Updated on January 14, 2025

Ponder the idea that people walking around you have a mind palace like Sherlock. Or one like Sherlock’s nemesis’s mind.....

Human Memory

Sherlock’s Mind Palace

4 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on October 8, 2022

Updated on August 14, 2024

Sudden memory loss is when a person forgets information that almost seems unforgettable. An example would be the name of...

Human Memory

Sudden Memory Loss: Possible Causes and Consequences

5 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on October 8, 2022

Updated on August 14, 2024

Apparent troubles associated with retaining information largely occur due to an array of factors and obstacles which inf...

Human Memory

Why Can I Not Retain Information: 10 Effective Tips

7 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on October 7, 2022

Updated on May 2, 2025

The human brain is the most energy-demanding organ in the body. Though it comprises a paltry 2% of our weight,...

Human Memory

Foods Which Improve Memory And Concentration

3 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on October 7, 2022

Updated on June 17, 2024

Cultivating Recalling Accuracy with the Loci Method “To use the Method of Loci successfully, start by seeing yourself ar...

Human Memory

Enhance Your Memory by Using the Method of Loci

5 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on October 7, 2022

Updated on January 31, 2024

Memory-growing activities, exercises, and memory-enhancing strategies target our cognition, intelligence, and thinking, ...

Human Memory

Memory Strategies: Best Ways, Proven Techniques to Memorize

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on October 7, 2022

Updated on January 31, 2024

You’ve most definitely heard this said before, but the human body is amazing. A single neuron, of which your brain...

Human Memory

Best Vitamins for Improving Memory: Supplements and Apps

7 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on October 7, 2022

Updated on November 25, 2024

There are various brain games, online and offline that enable humans to engage in a joyful manner. A playful approach...

Human Memory

Best Brain Games to Improve Memory and Sharpen Your Mind

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on October 7, 2022

Updated on November 25, 2024

The brain’s cognitive function and ability may be improved through daily activities, which increase memory and int...

Human Mind

10 Great Cognitive Activities for Adults to Boost Memory

5 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on September 30, 2022

Updated on April 28, 2025

Human brains are constructed in a way that it has conscious processes and unconscious perception. Some mental functions ...

Human Brain

Memory Arrangements: Implicit vs. Explicit Systems Of Memory

5 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on September 26, 2022

Updated on April 29, 2025

It is crucial if your attempts to memorize more of what you read are coming to nothing. It is especially...

Development

Simple Solution to How to Remember What You Read: Enjoy Your

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on September 17, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

‍The human mind is an exceptionally complicated mechanism that is in control of what we think and feel, how we...

Human Mind

Thought Processes and How to Enhance Them

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on August 31, 2022

Updated on April 28, 2025

Cognitive capacity transforms with age, and the mind’s sharpness transforms along with it. Some cognitive function...

Development

Just A Useful Reminder About How To Increase Intelligence an

5 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on August 25, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

Dealing with brain fog may be frustrating as it makes one inattentive and distracted. If you have been wondering how...

Human Brain

How to Get Rid of Brain Fog: Improve Concentration

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on August 24, 2022

Updated on April 28, 2025

While each of our brain mechanisms is in charge of one or another mental task, e.g., attention, perception of senses,...

Human Memory

Prospective Memory: Everything You Need to Know

7 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on August 19, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

Procedural memory controls the automatic reproduction of the different types of activities and serves as a subtype out o...

Human Memory

Procedural Memory: Why It Is Pivotal To Keep It Sharp

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on July 30, 2022

Updated on May 2, 2025

If you’ve ever found yourself re-reading the same sentence or zoning out while reading, rest assured—it’s a ...

Development

Top Ten +1: 11 Ways to Improve Your Focus on Reading

5 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on July 29, 2022

Updated on January 31, 2024

The power of our thoughts and mind is pegged as the most useful cognitive tool that any individual is capable...

Human Mind

How to Unlock Mind Power: Be Mentally Strong and Open-Minded

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on July 26, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

A mnemonic device is an instrument granting access to the brain’s natural ability to encode, store, and retrieve needed ...

Human Memory

What is a Mnemonic Device: Turn Right onto the Memory Lane!

4 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on July 25, 2022

Updated on January 31, 2024

Divergent thinking means seeking multiple interpretations of the information you gain, getting rid of old assumptions or...

Human Mind

What Is Divergent Thinking: Definition and Common Examples

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on July 25, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

Reflective thinking is the ability to encompass all perceived thoughts and feelings of reality into a bigger picture of ...

Human Mind

Importance Of Reflective Thinking: How It Can Improve Life

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on June 21, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

Being naive means that a person is willing to believe in any received information without deep reasoning and analysis. O...

Human Mind

How to Stop Being Naive: Is There a Cure For Naivety

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on June 20, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

Mandela effect is a mind phenomenon when an individual believes that an event or situation happened when it did not...

Human Memory

Mandela Effect: What Lies Behind False Memories

7 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on May 26, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

Synesthesia is a condition relating to the anatomy and functions of the nervous system. A unique sensory experience that...

Human Brain

Types of Synesthesia: Examples And Key Benefits

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on May 19, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

There is a wide range of memory types. Understanding how they work, the purpose of each memory mechanism, and what...

Human Memory

Semantic Memory: Tried And True Tips On How To Improve It

5 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on May 17, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

It is impossible to solve your problems, make wise decisions, and generate fresh ideas without strong logical thinking. ...

Human Mind

How to Think Logically: Refine Your Cognitive Processes

5 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on May 13, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

Memorization is the imperative cognitive function that is responsible for our mental organization, especially during lea...

Development

How to Learn Faster and Remember Much More

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on May 10, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

Visualizing information helps to transform complex data into something that is easier to understand and memorize. ‍Reali...

Development

Visualization Exercises and Techniques: Set A Strong Vision

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on April 22, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

Simple steps to memorize faster are those that help an individual based on their given skills. Knowing what works in...

Human Memory

How to Memorize Fast: Simple Steps

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on April 4, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

Visual information processing is an essential cognitive process that allows perceiving and interpreting the surrounding ...

Human Memory

Visual Memory: What It Is

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on April 1, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

The main styles of thinking are critical thinking, analytical thinking, concrete thinking, abstract thinking, creative t...

Development

The Main Types of Thinking and Understanding Them

5 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on March 31, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

Being surrounded by an immense flow of information, sometimes, our memories can fail at the most critical moment. And wh...

Human Mind

Unlock Your Mental Skills With Brain Games for Adults

5 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on March 13, 2022

Updated on June 17, 2024

How to Remember Things: Efficient Methods Using a variety of techniques will help you become an expert memory learner. T...

Human Memory

How to Remember Something: Put a Chainsaw to It!

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on March 10, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

Understanding abstract thinking One of the mainstays of intellect, abstract thinking is the capacity to think about idea...

Human Mind

Abstract Thinking: Growing Your Mind Power

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on March 10, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

A non-endless stream of sounds constantly surrounds us. Processing and holding the information that is presented out lou...

Human Memory

What is Echoic Memory and Why it is Important

5 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on February 7, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

The foundation of critical thinking is directly linked to key concepts and ideas attributed from uniquely personal exper...

Human Brain

Critical Thinking Exercises To Increase Your Mental Capacity

6 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on January 27, 2022

Updated on November 26, 2024

The human experience presents much originality. Each life experience promotes a particular thought and tools used to com...

Human Mind

Main Types Of Thinking and How to Improve Them

5 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on August 25, 2021

Updated on January 31, 2024

Episodic memory is a type of long-term memory that stores memories of a person’s life: funny childhood stories, ad...

Human Memory

What Is Episodic Memory?

3 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on November 14, 2020

Updated on November 26, 2024

Imagine yourself taking a bite out of a big, juicy apple. Focus on the apple. What color is it? ‍...

Human Mind

Aphantasia: More People Are Blind Inside Than You’d Think

11 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on September 2, 2020

Updated on April 29, 2025

Mood congruent memory is the reactivation of emotional responses, which correlate with the predominant emotion or mood i...

Human Memory

Mood Congruent Memory – Understand Reactivation of Memories

4 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on August 27, 2020

Updated on November 26, 2024

Can you ride a bike? You probably can, and in that case you have no problem answering “yes” to the...

Human Memory

Memory Arrangements: Implicit vs. Explicit Memory

3 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on July 25, 2020

Updated on January 31, 2024

When thinking of an old memory, it might appear to have a different tone to it. This perspective is supported...

Human Memory

The Three Stages of Memory

3 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on May 30, 2020

Updated on May 2, 2025

Mental acuity involves the cluster of all cognitive brain activity funneling into one single-pointed focus, the sharpnes...

Human Mind

How to Sharpen Mental Acuity: A Proven Path to Brain Longevity

5 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on March 30, 2020

Updated on November 26, 2024

Does photographic memory exist? The short answer is no. The long answer follows. Most people reading the headline to thi...

Human Memory

Photographic Memory fully exposed by World Memory Champion

8 min read

by Jonas von Essen

Published on March 30, 2020

Updated on November 26, 2024

Understanding Eidetic Memory “Eidetic memory, sometimes called photographic memory, enables an individual to hold detail...

Human Memory

All Truth About Eidetic Memory – Case Closed

12 min read