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How do you remember people’s names?

I have an unusual name so when I meet new people my brain focuses on their reaction to my name and how they pronounce it, so I completely zone out when they tell me their name. I might remember it for a short time but almost always I forgot their name if I don’t interact with them frequently.

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  • My secret is, I don't! I just skip over names and wait until someone else fills in the gap for me :)

  • Repeat their name a few times. Intentionally use it in sentences.

    Also just accept the awkwardness and ask people their names later. No one cares. It's fine.

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