Unlock Your Photographic Memory: I Built a Mind Palace and This is What Happened

2025-09-16 00:00:20.467

The article explores the "memory palace" technique, a mnemonic device used to improve memory. It describes the technique, which involves associating items to be remembered with specific locations in a mental "palace." The author, who describes themselves as having a terrible memory, attempts to use the technique to memorize the first 20 digits of pi and a list of 12 random words. They find the technique surprisingly effective, successfully memorizing both sets of information. The article also includes expert commentary from a psychologist and a memory champion, who discuss the science behind the memory palace and its effectiveness. The conclusion highlights the potential benefits of the technique, even for those with poor memories.