How to remember names once and for all

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View this email in your browser  |  Manage newsletter subscriptions By Paul Sarconi | 12.21.21 We've all had that moment, the one where you see someone you recognize but your brain can't seem to spit out their name. Then they approach, say your name with familial ease, and you have to mentally scramble to avoid blurting out "Hey … youuuu." Name recall isn't a gift everyone is endowed with. But it can be overcome through crafty life hacks. We talked to a neurosurgeon and a world record holder in memory and compiled a list of ways for you to better remember people's names. Read our guide to remembering names, plus a few other tips and tricks, below. If you buy something using links in our stories, we may earn a commission. This helps support our journalism. Learn more.     How to Actually Remember People's Names These tips can keep you from greeting someone with "Hey ... you!" ever again. How to Trick Your Brain Into Remembering Almost Anything Four-time USA Memory Champion Nelson Dellis and psychological scientist Julia Shaw explain how to boost your memory skills. How to Deal With Difficult Family During the Holidays If you have strained relationships with your family, you're not alone. These resources can help. These Apps Saved My Sanity (and Probably My Marriage) Talking about tech at home is usually all about "smart" gear, but in this case, some simple programs made all the difference in my—and my family's—life. How to Get the Most Out of Your Meditation App The brain's default mode is set to mind-wandering. Your meditation app can bring you back into the now. GET WIRED HOLIDAY SALE! Get WIRED for just $10 $5. Get the print edition and exclusive subscriber-only stories. Give yourself the gift of information. Subscribe now.       Have questions or comments? Reply to this email.   When you buy something using the retail links in this email, we earn a small affiliate commission. Read more about how this works.   This e-mail was sent to you by WIRED. To ensure delivery to your inbox (not bulk or junk folders), please add our e-mail address, wired@newsletters.wired.com, to your address book.   View our Privacy Policy Unsubscribe or manage your newsletter subscriptions