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Do you forget your watch, wallet, handkerchief etc. at home while going to office? Or do you forget some things every day? Like did you turn off the headlights of the car after coming home or not? If you don’t remember, you have to go out to check again. Many times you even forget after putting the utensil on the gas.
Many such incidents may happen with you, which make you feel that your memory is weak. This habit of forgetting can be normal. But it should not be ignored by joking or thinking it to be a minor problem. This habit can take the form of a serious problem in the future.
As age increases, our memory starts to weaken. It becomes difficult to remember small things. Bad lifestyle can be a major reason behind this.
In medical terms, forgetting things quickly, not being able to remember certain things after 5-10 minutes is called short-term memory impairment.
According to the National Institute of Aging, memory changes as a person ages. As people grow older, changes occur in all parts of the body, including the brain. One of the consequences is that our memory deteriorates. People who begin to lose it may sometimes misplace things or forget to pay a bill.
It is normal to forget things occasionally at any age, but if it becomes a habit then it is important to prevent it.
So today’Relationship‘ In this column, we will talk about the reasons behind weakening of memory. Along with this, we will also know about some strategies that can strengthen our memory.
How normal is memory loss with aging?
Memory loss becomes a problem when it starts to have a negative impact on your normal life. If you cannot remember to turn right or left, it is not a big problem. However, forgetting why you are driving, where you need to go, or even how to drive is a serious matter.
Similarly, you have kept important documents in a cupboard in your house. You suddenly need them and you are searching for them in a hurry, but you cannot remember where they are kept. Sometimes they are not visible even when they are in front of you. All this also happens due to weak memory.
The events of life also have a deep impact on the mind
Major, traumatic or stressful life events can also cause memory problems. For example, someone dealing with a recent retirement or the death of a spouse may feel sad, lonely, anxious or stressed. Stress and negative emotions have a profound effect on the brain. Some people become confused as they try to cope with such changes and emotions in life. They gradually begin to forget things and events.
According to the National Institute on Aging, memory problems caused by negative emotions are usually temporary and resolve when the stress subsides. Staying active, staying socially connected, and experiencing a sense of accomplishment by learning new skills can help improve both memory and mood.
It is important to adopt a healthy lifestyle
It is very important to maintain a healthy lifestyle. For this, take a balanced diet rich in antioxidants, vitamins and nutrients. Doctors also say that regular physical exercise is also very important because it increases blood flow to the brain, promotes neurogenesis and formation of new neurons.
When our daily routine is not organized, the problem of forgetfulness can be the most. First, set your daily routine right, like what time to get up, when to have breakfast after exercise, etc.
- If you go to office and it is half an hour away from your home, then keep your luggage in the car ten minutes in advance, this will ensure that you do not forget the luggage.
- Keep the stuff you need to carry to office like laptop bag, lunch, purse, mobile, earphones, diary etc. in one place. This will ensure that you do not forget to carry any stuff.
- When you return, put them back in their proper place. Also decide the time for what you want to do at night.
- Doing this will become your habit and you will remember things.
Music activates the neurotransmitters of the brain
Many studies conducted around the world say that music activates the neurotransmitters in the brain. This makes the brain sharper. According to a study by the National Library of Medicine, playing any musical instrument can be beneficial in reducing stress. It also has other benefits such as reducing anxiety, improving communication skills and developing emotional intelligence.
Remember to write it down, keep a calendar with you
The best way to remember is by writing. Note down all the tasks that are to be done today, which tasks are not done yet and what tasks are to be done throughout the day in a diary. Along with this, you can write down all the important phone numbers, birthdays and anniversary dates of friends and relatives, appointments. You can also write notes against the date in a pocket calendar. Always keep this calendar in your purse or under your bed. Take a look at it every morning.
A regular sleep pattern is essential
Good sleep helps in strengthening memories. Getting a full night’s sleep helps in clearing the toxic substances from the brain. This also gives rest to our brain. After getting full sleep, our brain works faster, we are able to do every work in a better way.
A study by the Perelman School of Medicine in America has found that sleep improves memory by 20 to 40%.
Games like chess help in improving memory
A 2019 study also found that children who practice chess develop perspective. Movies such as ‘Magnus’, ‘Brooklyn Castle’ and ‘The Queen of Katwe’ all feature youngsters rising to greatness in the world of competitive chess.
So if you also have the habit of forgetting then you can sharpen your memory by adopting the above mentioned techniques.
