What Was Your Name (again)?

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What Was Your Name (again)?

Think you’re bad at remembering names? Well, it turns out you’re probably worse at remembering faces. You may be able to improve your ability to remember faces and names by using a simple strategy. How? When you meet someone new, simply focus on a facial feature that stands out to you. Visit AARP® Staying Sharp® for more brain health information.

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I can't remember

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Thanx for helping me learn how to remember names Mary!

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I can remember a face I met once,10 years ago. I can't remember the name of a person I met 10 minutes ago. Any other suggestions? I have tried MANY "associating" ideas like rhyming or "looks like a...". Any other suggestions?

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