Lawyerist Podcast Mastering Memory: How Lawyers Can Train Their Brains, with Nelson Dellis
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Sep 18, 2025 
Tangi Chow, a representative from Paxton.ai, discusses the future of legal AI, focusing on how their tools streamline document ingestion and legal workflows. Nelson Dellis, a six-time USA Memory Champion, shares techniques like memory palaces and storytelling, emphasizing their usefulness for lawyers in high-pressure situations. Both guests highlight the importance of training the brain not just for memory enhancement but also to reduce stress and improve overall mental health, making it essential in today's fast-paced legal environment.
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Personal Motivation From Family Loss
- Nelson started memory training after watching his grandmother lose her memory to Alzheimer’s disease.
- He taught himself techniques and became obsessed because they worked and were fun to practice.
Offload When Possible, Use Tricks When Needed
- Reduce memory load by changing habits, like parking in the same spot when possible.
- Use techniques only when practical and reserve mental energy for important tasks.
Why Images And Structure Matter
- Memory works best when we convert abstract data into vivid images and anchor them to known places.
- Organize those images spatially and review them periodically to move memories into long-term storage.
