![]() ![]() I got the 2003 edition, and the lists to memorize are terribly flawed. Yet the major system makes much more sense to memorize lists of from 0 to 99, as they are associated with something completely different for every 100.ĥ. There is a flaw in the system which makes me question the claim that it is used in the same way by memory champions. ![]() I have to practice those lists over and over and by the time I've got to the end of one list again I've forgotten the others! Maybe I could be using the system better but again I think you need a good basic memory before you can `Master your memory'.Ĥ. The system isn't that good that once it's in your head, it stays there forever. And memorizing a shopping list or something trivial just isn't worth the work most times.ģ. Again I think you need a good basic memory to hold it in your head long enough to use a memory system to memorize it. I wouldn't dream of trying to memorize a phone number on the spot. I just had to look up what that thing with all the chemical elements was called!)Ģ. However, I still have a very bad basic memory (e.g. It is also a great way to pass time on the bus, or keep your brain occupied while waiting for the bus. This is actually fun in an odd way and kind of addictive too. With lots of hard work and practice I have memorised all the countries, capitals and currencies of the world, details about 100 painters/paintings, 100 Spanish words, Pi to 1000 decimal places, and the Periodic table of elements. I have personally found the claims that memory training can improve your basic memory to be untrue (even though I do believe in the overall idea that brain excercise is very beneficial). I think you need a good basic memory before you can `Master your memory'. I have a very bad basic memory and haven't found that it has improved much at all. However I find some of the claims a bit lofty and I have a number of criticisms.ġ. Buzan has provided a great wealth of knowledge to the world. The memory systems in both are great and they have assisted me in numerous feats, like remembering pin numbers and passing exams, and I think Mr. When I first bought this book, I found the "major memory system" pretty advanced so I read `Use your memory' and then came back to this. I almost want to give this book two separate reviews - one with 5 stars and one with a lot less. I have lots of very particular things to say about this book so brace your self for a bit of a read. He was a co-founder of London's Mind Body Spirit Festival as well as the Mind Sports Olympiad. ![]() He was the founder and President of the Brain Foundation (not to be confused with various medical-related bodies with the same name) and also the Brain Trust Charity, the World Memory Championships and the World Championships of the Brain. His brother Barry Buzan, who co-wrote The Mind Map Book, suggested the technique could also be used to capture notes from one's own creative ideas and is useful in business.Īs a popular psychology author, Tony Buzan wrote on subjects relating to the brain, genius quotient (GQ), spiritual intelligence, memory, creativity and speed reading. He has argued that Mind Maps are an efficient way to take notes from lectures or books. Most of his teaching generally divided up into: general awareness of the extensive capabilities and capacities of the brain and its functions, memory skills, reading skills, Mind Map note-taking and note-making, creativity, and how brain function can be improved over time into old age.īuzan developed Mind Mapping whilst at university, out of the frustration that traditional notes took up so much time to create and review. He authored or co-authored over 100 books. His website, Buzan World, cites trademarks on the phrase 'Mind Maps' which he has registered in many countries.įollowing his 1970s series for the BBC, many of his ideas have been set into his series of five books: Use Your Memory, Master Your Memory, Use Your Head, The Speed Reading Book and The Mind Map Book. He launched his own software program to support mind mapping called iMindMap in December 2006. He is probably best known for his book, Use Your Head, his promotion of mnemonic systems and his Mind Mapping techniques. He worked with: corporate entities and businesses all over the world academics Olympic athletes children of all ages governments and high profile individuals, in teaching them how to maximize the use of their brain power.īuzan was born in London, was an alumnus of Kitsilano Secondary School, and received double honors in psychology, English, mathematics and the General Sciences from the University of British Columbia in 1964. He was a proponent of the techniques of Mind Mapping and mental literacy. Tony Buzan was an author and educational consultant. ![]()
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