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Why We Remember and How to Hold on to What Matters with Dr. Charan Ranganath

Feb 27, 2024
01:02:05

Memory isn't just a passive recollection—it's a transformative force that subtly influences our world.

Dr. Ranganath, a leading memory researcher, unveils the powerful influence memory has on our lives, from recalling faces and names to shaping learning, decision-making, and even trauma and healing. He reveals how our brains record the past, shaping our present and guiding our future.

Join us as we explore practical applications of this knowledge, from daily tasks like finding keys to addressing memory challenges as we age. Dr. Ranganath also shows how leveraging our brain's ability to reinterpret past events can lead to healing trauma, shedding biases, and fostering self-awareness.

Charan's book, Why We Remember: Unlocking Memory's Power to Hold on to What Matters, is available now.

To learn more about Charan, go to charanranganath.com.


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