
I found the examples of the application of memory to our daily lives quite informative, eg. “Jennifer’s” day. The authors emphasize the importance of reflecting on one’s past memory failures to determine the root causes. They focus on the those causes, eg. stress, lack of sleep, eating deficiencies, and others followed by ways to counteract the resulting memory loss, eg. word associations, repetition, rest, exercise, nutrition, etc. Each contributor concentrates on one aspect of memory retention, e.g. improving cognitive focus through blocking, trigger thoughts, and imaging. This is a good workbook, but it’s designed for business executives. As a retiree, I found some sections interesting and applicable, particularly the section on emotional intelligence. Good for exec’s, but it misses the mark for my age level.
Who hasn't forgotten where they put their keys or someone's name? But in business where we need to stay on top of things such forgetfulness can have consequences and these authors give us the tools to do something about it. The tips for tailoring our own cognitive improvement strategies based on our own strengths and weakness make this a must read book for anyone interested in sharpening their mental acuity. I especially love the 2 minute rule and I bet you will too.









