The Magnetic Memory Method Podcast 5 Memento Mori Exercises for a Stronger Memory and a Better Life
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Jan 4, 2026 Discover five unique memento mori exercises designed to enhance your memory and attention. Explore the link between trained attention and memory skills through creative prompts. Learn about visualizations that shift your perspective on life and death. Anthony delves into the Monty Hall problem, revealing how death-anxiety impacts decision-making. Engage in effective journaling to reassess past choices, and practice techniques to prepare for potential failures. Plus, find out how to maintain motivation with innovative methods for project completion.
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Death Reminders Boost Attention
- Remembering death can sharpen present-moment attention and improve memory retention.
- Memento mori exercises reduce petty worries and help prioritize meaningful actions.
Imagine Your Funeral And Write It Down
- Do an imagined funeral exercise and write names and positive memories for each person.
- Use specific memories to reveal traits you want to cultivate now.
Childhood Show-and-Tell Revealed His Role
- Anthony recalls performing a magic show and singing in grade two as show-and-tell memories.
- He used those memories to see himself as a performer and challenge his adult resistance to performing.
