Why forgetting names is rarely a memory problem, psychologists say; here's the real reason

Don't sweat forgetting names; it's normal! Your brain prioritizes what's important, and names often lack context, making them tricky to remember. Stress and social anxiety also hog your brainpower.
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Instant name forgetting signals advanced brain processing

You meet someone new, they introduce themselves, and thirty seconds later you’ve completely forgotten their name. You feel embarrassed, maybe a bit stupid. The truth is more interesting. Forgetting ...
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Stop Saying ‘I’m Bad With Names.’ Do This Instead

This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. You walk into an office happy hour. A colleague introduces you to Brad, who works in ...