Usually I talk about using mnemonics for highly specific outcomes like learning languages or passing exams.

But there are so many other ways you can use mnemonics in your daily life.

Ranging from recalling your to-do lists to remembering the yoga moves that help reduce stress, there’s no end I’m aware of to the ways mnemonics can be useful.

The trick is to make sure you have the best possible mnemonic strategies on your side.

To help ensure that you do, on this page, I’ll share links to resources and tutorials I’ve created for you over the years.

I’ve put a lot of love into teaching the ancient art of memory.

And thanks to the many people who have visited this site, we have a treasure trove of material.

People have asked many many great questions and shared their feedback after completing the Magnetic Memory Method Masterclass. And I’m always reading the latest memory science for new insights.

Ready to discover all of the many options available to you for remembering more information as you go about your daily life?

Let’s dive in!

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Introduction to Everyday Mnemonics

It’s important to understand what we mean by “mnemonics” above all.

Technically, any technique you use to help you remember something is a mnemonic. Yes, that even includes rote learning.

But even when it comes to repeating information in your mind, there are better and worse ways to do establish long-term.

So when we talk about using mnemonic strategies in everyday life, it’s important to make sure we’re using the best possible memory techniques.

That way, the best possible results will flow.

So that you have them all in one place, here are the core techniques mnemonists love to use:

• The Memory Palace


• Pegword Method


• Major System (or Dominic System)


• PAO System


• Number rhymes


• Spaced Repetition

It’s important to know that the Memory Palace receives so much focus because every other technique can be used inside of this special mnemonic device.

Because so many people have used this particular ancient memory technique over thousands of years, it has evolved different names and slightly different uses. You’ll encounter variations as diverse as the:

• Memory Wheel


• Roman Room


• Journey Method


• Method of Loci

Some people even like to use the term “Memory Castle.” Although there’s a lot of overlap between these terms, the key point is that the more you know about how all mnemonics work. the more holistic learning you can do.

But today’s post is not so much about learning at the polymathic level. Today we’re talking about everyday uses. Here are a bunch for you.

Mnemonics In Everyday Life: 8 Wonderful Strategies You’ll Love Using On The Go

As we go through this list, think through your own daily life and imagine how much time you’ll save if you use memory techniques in the ways I’m about to describe.

There is nothing fickle about some of the simpler, everyday uses.

Far from it. In fact, when using memory techniques for simple things, you’re getting both neurobic benefits and great brain exercise.

One: Remember Where You Parked

Wandering around parking lots looking for where you parked wastes so much time.

But when you have a simple pegword system and a number system, you can instantly place a mnemonic image on your parking space that will help you remember its name.

<figure id="attachment_38466" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-38466" style="width: 1280px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-38466" class="wp-caption-text">As soon as you park, apply simple mnemonics to help you remember the name of your spot and the level. It only takes a second and saves time while reducing stress from your life.</figcaption></figure>

Let’s say that you park in B7 on level 2.

When you have an image for each letter of the alphabet and for each number, you can mentally place those images on the parking space. By doing this, you’re turning the space into an impromptu Memory Palace.

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