Common Mistakes to Avoid When Using the Loci Method:

1. Using Different Locations:

   • If you pick different memory places every time, it can make it hard to remember things. Research shows that sticking to the same places can help you remember better—up to 30% more!

2. Too Much Information:

   • Putting too many things in one place can overwhelm your brain. Try to keep it to about 7 items, plus or minus 2, in each spot—this is based on something called Miller's Law.

3. Not Visualizing Well:

   • If your mental pictures aren’t strong, it can make remembering harder. Studies show that using bright, clear images can improve how well you recall information by 50%.

4. Skipping Reviews:

   • If you don’t go over the locations often, you might forget what you learned. Regularly reviewing can help keep those memories strong, boosting long-term recall by more than 60%.