There are a bunch of things that can really mess with how well we remember stuff. One of the biggest is not getting enough sleep. When we’re asleep, especially in the deeper stages, our brains are actually working to process and store memories. So if you’re staying up late all the time or not sleeping well, your memory is going to take a hit not just short term, but long term too.
Stress is another big one. When you’re constantly stressed, your brain is in this fight or flight mode, and it doesn’t really care about remembering things it just wants to survive. High stress levels release a hormone called cortisol, and too much of it can damage the parts of your brain that help with memory.
Then there’s diet. It might not seem obvious, but what you eat affects how your brain works. If you’re living on junk food, skipping meals, or not drinking enough water, your brain won’t be at its best. Healthy fats, vitamins, and staying hydrated really do make a difference.
Distractions are another killer when it comes to memory. Trying to learn or remember something while also checking your phone, watching TV, or multitasking just doesn’t work. Your brain can only focus on one thing well at a time.
And finally, not reviewing information makes it easy to forget. If you don’t use it, you lose it that’s how memory works. Going over things a few times or applying what you’ve learned helps it stick.
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