

Memory, Mentats & Mental Mastery with John Michael Greer
22 snips Jul 3, 2025
Join John Michael Greer, a renowned polymath and author, as he delves into the fascinating world of memory techniques amid the rise of AI. He discusses the transformative power of Memory Palaces and connections to medieval Renaissance practices. Greer highlights the significance of critical thinking and creativity in mastering recall. They explore the blend of memory arts with educational dialogue and the importance of community in enhancing cognitive skills for the future.
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Renaissance Mentat Training Origins
- Medieval and Renaissance methods provided a form of Mentat training to expand mental functions and memory.
- These methods combined memory arts, conceptual algebra, and logic to enhance thinking skills.
Reconsidering Future Fantasies
- Current cultural fantasies like space travel are outdated pulp fiction conceits.
- Real progress lies in developing human mental capacities rather than relying solely on machines.
Ars Combinatoria's Power
- Ars Combinatoria is a systematic method for asking questions with abstract concepts to grasp subjects thoroughly.
- Answering its 49 questions about a topic ensures comprehensive understanding and clearer thinking.