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Jim Kwik - This 6-Second Trick Helps You Remember Anything

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Oct 16, 2025
Jim Kwik, a world-renowned brain coach and the author of "Limitless," shares his inspiring journey from childhood struggles with a traumatic brain injury to teaching millions about memory and learning enhancement. He introduces his Limitless Model, emphasizing the importance of mindset, motivation, and methods. Listeners discover practical hacks for memory retention, speed reading, and overcoming common learning barriers. Jim also discusses how to leverage AI for personal growth and shares ten keys to optimizing brain health, empowering everyone to unlock their full potential.
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ANECDOTE

From Broken Brain To Brain Coach

  • Jim Kwik described being labeled “the boy with the broken brain” after a childhood traumatic brain injury that caused learning difficulties.
  • That experience drove him to learn how to learn and teach others practical memory and focus techniques.
ADVICE

Use The Six-Second Rule

  • Use the six-second rule: do something with new information within six seconds to retain it.
  • If you wait longer, the information is likely to be lost from short-term memory.
ANECDOTE

Student Read 30 Books To Help Her Mother

  • Jim shared a tutoring story: a college student read 30 books in 30 days to save her dying mother.
  • Her application of that learning helped her mother recover in a case doctors called a miracle.
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