Ep. 72: Mastering Your Long Term Memory w/ Ron White, 2X USA Champion
Jun 7, 2016
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Ron White, a two-time national memory champion, discusses mnemonic techniques, adaptations, and powerful learning strategies. They explore memory capabilities, review importance in improving long term memory, training under distractions, role models, and memory techniques.
Regularly reviewing information is crucial for long-term retention.
Training in challenging and distracting environments builds focus and prepares individuals to perform well under adverse conditions.
Deep dives
Importance of Developing Memory Skills
Developing memory skills is important in various aspects of life, such as remembering names and faces, delivering speeches without notes, and learning new information. Memory aids like contacts in phones can only help to a certain extent, but a good memory is still valuable in a world with an abundance of information. Reviewing information regularly is crucial for long-term retention.
Training and Preparation for Success
Training for memory competitions involves simulating challenging and distracting environments to build focus and concentration. By deliberately practicing memorization underwater, for example, one can become accustomed to chaos and learn to perform well under adverse conditions. This kind of training prepares individuals to remain calm and focused in real-world situations where distractions are present.
Appreciation for Enduring Books
Books, such as Dale Carnegie's 'How to Win Friends and Influence People,' have withstood the test of time, providing valuable insights and tools for personal and professional growth. While technology has made it easier to publish books, it is crucial to seek timeless knowledge and wisdom from authors who have endured over generations.
Unleashing Mental Potential
Avoid creating mental barriers and attributing skills solely to others. Instead, explore and adapt techniques used by individuals who excel in certain areas. By investigating and learning from others, it is possible to unleash personal mental potential and develop skills that were once thought to be impossible.
My guest today is Ronnie White, one of the top memory experts in the world. He’s a two-time national memory champion, having won the USA competition in both 2009 and 2010. He also held the record for the fastest memorization of a deck of shuffled cards for 2 years - a shocking 1 minute and 27 seconds. Today, he trains individuals and corporations all over the world on how to better take advantage of their natural memory skills. Given my background in Memory, Speed Reading, and Accelerated Learning, I was eager to interview Ron and learn everything I could from him. We talk about mnemonic techniques, adaptations, and a lot of powerful learning strategies. Just a heads up, this episode is going to be a bit “technical,” and we’re not going to dumb things down for you. If you’re unclear on some of the terms, I suggest checking out our past episodes with Dr. Anthony Metivier, Nelson Dellis, and Mark Channon.
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