Get 'Write' In!

Writing down notes help your brain to remember information. You will remember note longer if you handwrite them rather than type or download the notes to read through.

The psychology of memory

The brain is divided up into different areas that deal with various tasks and problems. These may be visual or auditory stimuli or emotion or problem solving etc. These areas do communicate with eachother (for example if you hear a scream you might feel fear or if you see dog poo you might feel disgusted) but specialize in their own niche skill.

When we activate multiple areas in our learning process we are far more likely to remember the content. This is where writing comes into play, writing provides visual, kinetic and if you read out loud while you write; verbal and auditory. By activating multiple areas of the brain at once you create connections more easily which helps you remember it clearly. Listeing to your own voice is especially good for memory.

So what are you waiting for? Go write up a storm!