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Modern Wisdom

#231 - Ali Abdaal - How To Learn & Remember Anything, Fast

Oct 12, 2020
01:06:04

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Quick takeaways

  • Effortful learning enhances memory retention similar to weightlifting for muscle growth.
  • Testing oneself and spaced repetition are effective methods for learning and memory retention.

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Understanding Effortful Learning for Improved Retention

Effortful learning, as emphasized in the podcast, is vital for effective retention. Analogous to weightlifting, where lifting challenging weights promotes muscle growth, learning difficult topics enhances memory retention. Despite the common misconception that easy learning equals better understanding, research shows that effortful learning significantly aids information retention.

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