It’s all too easy to neglect our memories in this digital age, where many of us can easily “google” the things we forget. Though it seems unnecessary, memorization is important for many rea sons beyond being great at trivia night. For one, it disciplines the mind, making it more focused and productive; what you hold in your memory also informs how you think about things, and helps you understand concepts more quickly.By reducing stress, improving your diet, and changing the way you think, you can increase your memory power.