How do you remember something you were just thinking about?

3 Tactics to Remember that Idea You Just Forgot

1. Think Back Through the Topics that Led to It. Say you’re having a conversation and you both get distracted and lose the topic that you were last on.
2. Recreate the Stimulus for the Idea.
3. Return to the Environment You Had the Idea In.

How do you remember something you forgot instantly?

Now let’s look at some of the ways research shows you can remember more and forget less:

1. Drink coffee to improve memory consolidation.
2. Meditate to improve working memory.
3. Eat berries for better long-term memory.
4. Exercise to improve memory recall.
5. Chew gum to make stronger memories.
6. Sleep more to consolidate memories.

Why do I forget things as soon as I think of them?

Forgetfulness can arise from stress, depression, lack of sleep or thyroid problems. Other causes include side effects from certain medicines, an unhealthy diet or not having enough fluids in your body (dehydration). Taking care of these underlying causes may help resolve your memory problems.

How do you memorize something quickly?

Simple memory tips and tricks

1. Try to understand the information first. Information that is organized and makes sense to you is easier to memorize.
2. Link it.
3. Sleep on it.
4. Self-test.
5. Use distributive practice.
6. Write it out.
7. Create meaningful groups.
8. Use mnemonics.

How do I memorize ideas?

Here are a few tips to help you capture them and keep them.

1. Pick up some bathtub markers. Shower inspiration is real.
2. Get a notebook. It may seem old-fashioned in the electronic age, but keeping a pen-and-paper notebook has advantages.
3. Send yourself an email.
4. Use Evernote.
5. Keep a digital log.
6. Revisit your ideas.

How do you remember something that you forgot?

To remember something that you forgot, try retracing your steps by going back to where you first learned the information. For example, if you thought of something while you were in the living room and forgot it by the time you got to your bedroom, try going back to the living room.

Why can’t I remember what I did when I was thinking?

You were thinking of something else (or, perhaps, nothing in particular), so your brain didn’t encode the information securely. Absentmindedness also involves forgetting to do something at a prescribed time, like taking your medicine or keeping an appointment.

Why does it take so long for me to remember things?

As you get older, the “lag time” increases more and more… it may take several minutes or a few hours before you recall the information. If you develop memory-related dementia (e.g. Alzheimers) your brain might not find the answer at all.

Can you go back to the place you were when you forget?

If you can’t physically go back to the place you were when you had the thought you’ve now forgotten, try imagining where you were, what you were doing, and how your thoughts connected to each other.