Headspace

What happens to the memories we would like to keep? Some of them will fade – not because the brain has run out of space, but because they are not continually reinforced as memory is not preserved simply because it matters to us but only when it is revisited, retold, or reconnected to other experiences.

Shining a light on short-term memory

We often treat short-term memory like a light switch which is either on or off but that understanding how “fuzzy memories” work can improve our recall and decision‑making.