Brain Quote by Anonymous
“Memory: We retain: 10 percent of what we read; 20 percent of what we hear; 30 percent of what we see 50 percent of what we hear and see; 70 percent of what we say; 90 percent of what we say and do.”
About This Quote
Source Book: How to Read a Book by Mortimer J. Adler, 1940
Memory retention improves with active engagement and multimodal input, peaking when we speak and act on information.
In simple terms: Active use boosts memory.
Key Takeaway
Engage, speak, and act on what you learn.
Themes
learning
memory
engagement
Mood
reflective
motivational
Type
educational
practical
When to use this quote
- studying
- presentations
- training
- team meetings
- teaching
Key Concepts
cognitive psychology
multimodal learning
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you incorporate speaking or doing into your study routine?
- What methods help you retain information better?
A Different Perspective
May not apply to complex concepts needing deep understanding.
