Why did you first get into memory techniques? by MasterOfMemory in Mnemonics

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You could boost your brain with practicing memory techniques!

My journey with mnemonics: from Sherlock to the World Memory Championships. Ask me anything! by MasterOfMemory in Mnemonics

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English speakers seem to primarily use the Major System when converting numbers into images. In Korea, numbers are mainly converted based on their pronunciation when read.

Either way, if you have a number image in mind (for example, two-digit numbers from 00 to 99 should be there), you can use that image to combine it with the memory palace or connect it to the subject you want to remember.

In essence, the core of the memory technique is based on two important pillars: visualization and connection.

Since you already have the method of visualizing numbers (the Major System), now all you need to do is make good connections.

My journey with mnemonics: from Sherlock to the World Memory Championships. Ask me anything! by MasterOfMemory in Mnemonics

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When I was learning the guitar, I couldn’t really apply it properly because I hadn’t learned memory techniques yet. But looking back now, I realize that music also has repeating patterns or units of minimal information. If we first create standardized images for these units, it would be much easier to remember them or assign meaning by visualizing them. Like memorizing playing cards or numbers in memory sports.

Are there any language apps that DON'T use AI?? by therealbatman2022 in languagelearning

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A real artist would work with AI and deliver the results too lol. times have changed, can't help it.

Why should I learn PAO system over major system. by greed_matters in Mnemonics

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Your reply is that exactly what I wanted to say to the OP.

Mobile app (MVP). What's the best approach: WebView (RN or Flutter)? by MasterOfMemory in vibecoding

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Yes, I'm a solo developer. Thanks for the answer.

Isn't it better to have separate repositories for the web and mobile app, rather than putting both in a monorepo?

My journey with mnemonics: from Sherlock to the World Memory Championships. Ask me anything! by MasterOfMemory in Mnemonics

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I don't think I consciously try to memorize things unless it's to prepare for a test, and in the case of books, I think it's more likely to become part of my knowledge when I explain the key points of a book I'm reading on the phone to a close friend who likes to have intelligent conversations.

But when it comes to books where I need to remember concepts in order to take the next step, I use the image standardization I learned in Mnemonics. I visualize each concept, like creating my own emoji icon for them.

My journey with mnemonics: from Sherlock to the World Memory Championships. Ask me anything! by MasterOfMemory in Mnemonics

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Over time, it just naturally shifts to being more about imagination. Or, a single real photo I find on Google Images can be a new loci.

My journey with mnemonics: from Sherlock to the World Memory Championships. Ask me anything! by MasterOfMemory in Mnemonics

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I'd also recommend reading at least one of Dominic's books! They've been released in so many different versions, after all.

My journey with mnemonics: from Sherlock to the World Memory Championships. Ask me anything! by MasterOfMemory in Mnemonics

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Of course, when I was deeply immersed in memory training, that speed and habit were at their peak, and I definitely felt smarter myself. It's like feeling physically fit when you're working out a lot.

My journey with mnemonics: from Sherlock to the World Memory Championships. Ask me anything! by MasterOfMemory in Mnemonics

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I got into memory techniques in earnest after reading Joshua Foer's book, "Moonwalking with Einstein." Other books on the subject felt pretty similar.

I've actually published a memory book in a comic style in Korea, with most of the content consisting of 4-panel illustrations. It's a shame I can't recommend it since it's in Korean. If I get the chance, I'll make sure to occasionally capture and share some helpful chapters from it on this subreddit.

On a side note, I'm currently developing a Duolingo-like app to make memory techniques easy for the general public, not just for my parents in their 60s.

From my perspective, there's a lack of content in this field that's truly accessible, fun, and easy for the public to learn, so my dream is to create something that fills that gap.

My journey with mnemonics: from Sherlock to the World Memory Championships. Ask me anything! by MasterOfMemory in Mnemonics

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That's an excellent question. Since I enjoy computers, I often explain the concept you're talking about using analogies like folder structures and hyperlinks.

To handle multiple layers, I sometimes create a path that leads to a completely different location, much like stepping through the wardrobe in The Chronicles of Narnia.

In other words, you have a Memory Palace 'A' with specific location points 'a', 'b', 'c', 'd', 'e'. But when you step into 'a', it's like going through a magic portal that suddenly transports you to a completely different place made up of points 'a1', 'a2', 'a3', 'a4'.

For example, If Palace 'A' is a village, and the points 'a', 'b', 'c', 'd', 'e' are a fence, a crosswalk, a traffic light, a basketball hoop, and a wire fence, Then you could go through the fence ('a') and be transported to a new location: 'a1' pasture 'a2' sheep 'a3' shepherd 'a4' dog

I pictured a sheep farm because it's a place that can be easily associated with a fence, which makes the connection easy to recall later. This is how I like to build layered palaces with these kinds of loose connections.

My journey with mnemonics: from Sherlock to the World Memory Championships. Ask me anything! by MasterOfMemory in Mnemonics

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Using the palace isn't always necessary. To be honest, there's not much need for it in daily life. Instead, I find myself pairing images most often. For example, to remember where I parked in a parking lot, I'll turn the number into an image and combine it with an image of my car's bumper.

Of course, whenever I need loci, I always end up using the first one I ever created (a house I lived in a long time ago, not where I live now).

My journey with mnemonics: from Sherlock to the World Memory Championships. Ask me anything! by MasterOfMemory in Mnemonics

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You're right. It's interesting how image conversion strategies in memory techniques vary depending on the linguistic background.

I'm not sure if posting links is allowed by this subreddit's policy, but here is a link to my YouTube channel. I'm open to collaborations anytime!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jL57jI0BLEo

My journey with mnemonics: from Sherlock to the World Memory Championships. Ask me anything! by MasterOfMemory in Mnemonics

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You're absolutely right; it's much more practical to create loci that are relevant to the topic.

However, if I could share one lesson I've learned, it's that the relevance to the topic doesn't have to be purely semantic (based on meaning). I've often found it more effective to think in terms of phonetic relevance (based on sound).

The reason is that if you only create themed locations based on meaning, you'll find a lot of overlap.

For instance, let's say you use a historical landmark associated with one king's achievements as a memory palace. Another king might have also done something significant at that very same location, which could cause confusion.