How to Remember Everything You Read

About this Video

• Video Title: How to Remember Everything You Read
• Channel: Justin Sung
• Speakers: Justin Sung
• Duration: 00:26:12

Introduction

This video presents a system for remembering information from reading, studying, or learning. The speaker, who has used this system for seven years, explains that its effectiveness stems from separating the reading process into two distinct stages: consumption and digestion. The video challenges the common misconception that faster consumption leads to better retention.

Key Takeaways

1. Two-Stage Learning: Effective learning involves two stages: consuming information and digesting it. Most people overemphasize consumption (reading faster, etc.) and neglect digestion, resulting in poor retention.
2. PACER System: The speaker introduces the PACER system (Procedural, Analogous, Conceptual, Evidence, Reference) for categorizing information. Each category requires a specific targeted process for optimal digestion.
3. Targeted Processes: Each category in the PACER system has a specific process:
   • Procedural: Practice immediately.
   • Analogous: Critique the analogy's strengths and weaknesses.
   • Conceptual: Create a mind map to visualize connections.
   • Evidence & Reference: Store information (e.g., flashcards, notes) and rehearse its application later.
4. Balance Consumption and Digestion: It's crucial to balance the consumption and digestion stages. Overconsumption without proper digestion leads to forgetting most of what is read.
5. Importance of Digestion: The video highlights that what stays in your brain is more important than what goes in. The PACER system helps manage this digestion effectively.