{"id":8917,"date":"2024-09-28T06:13:31","date_gmt":"2024-09-28T10:13:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/parmaks.com\/Resources\/how-to-learn-faster-the-f-a-s-t-method\/"},"modified":"2024-09-28T06:13:31","modified_gmt":"2024-09-28T10:13:31","slug":"how-to-learn-faster-the-f-a-s-t-method","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/parmaks.com\/Resources\/how-to-learn-faster-the-f-a-s-t-method\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Learn Faster: the F.A.S.T. Method"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Think about the last time you read something, only to have it vanish from your memory the second you closed the book. Frustrating, right?\u00a0<\/p>\n

There\u2019s a reason most of us can\u2019t retain new information\u2014it\u2019s called the \u201cforgetting curve,\u201d and the mental blank this phrase refers to is oh so<\/em> real<\/em>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The truth is, most of what you learn is forgotten within the 48-hour timeframe. But does it always have to be this way? No, according to Superbrain<\/em> founder and Mindvalley\u2019s resident learning wizard, Jim Kwik<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

His ethos: it\u2019s not only possible to overcome the curve, but you can also master how to learn faster than you\u2019d ever thought possible. That\u2019s where the F.A.S.T. method comes in.\u00a0<\/p>\n

This framework is designed to help you learn anything 10x faster, from marketing strategies to Mandarin. But before you make it a muscle memory, let go of what you think you know about learning.<\/p>\n

The F.A.S.T. Method by Jim Kwik<\/h2>\n

This method is a formula that Jim\u2014who coaches leaders, A-listers, and high-performing entrepreneurs all over the globe \u2014established to help boost your process of learning how to learn. And believe it or not, it starts with\u2026 forgetting.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Yes<\/em>, you read that right. Let\u2019s get to the bottom of this.<\/p>\n

F is for forget<\/h3>\n

Forgetting helps you remember more\u2014isn\u2019t this wild?<\/p>\n

One of the reasons people do not learn any subject or skill faster is because they feel like they already know something about it,\u201d <\/em>Jim says. His point? If you approach learning, say, a foreign skill or language with a full cup, nothing new can fill it.<\/p>\n

Most people walk into new learning experiences carrying the weight of what they already \u201cknow,\u201d and that\u2019s where they go wrong. When you\u2019re open to new ideas, your brain creates new neural pathways. Forgetting isn\u2019t about erasing knowledge\u2014it\u2019s about making room for more.<\/p>\n

So, forget your preconceived notions. Clear your mind of distractions\u2014whether that\u2019s today\u2019s to-do list or self-doubt clouding your focus.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Your mind is like a parachute, and it only works when it\u2019s open. \u2014 Jim Kwik, learning coach and trainer of Mindvalley\u2019s Superbrain Quest<\/p>\n

How to do it: <\/strong>You can\u2019t focus if part of your brain is thinking about work, the kids, or an argument you had yesterday. Let those thoughts drift away. To learn better, be fully present.<\/p>\n

A simple way to practice this? Write down any nagging to-do\u2019s and release the mental clutter, allowing yourself to fully immerse in learning.<\/p>\n

A is for active<\/h3>\n

As Jim would say, learning is anything but<\/em> a passive affair.\u00a0<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re always sitting back, waiting for knowledge to pour in, you may just be sabotaging your process. \u201cLearning is not a spectator sport. You have to roll up your sleeves,\u201d<\/em> Jim advises. This means you need to be actively involved in the learning process.<\/p>\n

How to do it: <\/strong>What does active learning look like? Taking notes<\/a>\u2014nope, not just copying information but processing it. Write down your impressions, thoughts, and how you might apply what you\u2019re learning. This technique taps into your cognitive skills, making your brain work harder to retain information and connect any dots.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve watched the critically acclaimed sci-fi show Dark Matter<\/em>, you may remember the scene where the main character, Jason Dessen, who accidentally entered the multiverse, explains to his alternate-reality wife, Amanda, that writing helps anchor oneself in the present moment. He tells her that you can\u2019t handwrite about something and think of another thing at the same time\u2014and that this way of being present is how they can get back to their original realities.<\/p>\n

Jason\u2019s point corroborates Jim\u2019s: taking notes forces you to focus on the present by stabilizing your thoughts and grounding your mind. Now imagine this skill accelerated.\u00a0<\/p>\n

This is why Jim suggests keeping a separate notebook for creating notes: you can capture as much information as you can in your<\/em> reality for later review.\u00a0<\/p>\n

S is for state<\/h3>\n

Here\u2019s something most people overlook when learning: the state of your body and mind. According to Jim, it\u2019s crucial. \u201cAll learning is state-dependent,\u201d<\/em> he explains.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Think about it\u2014have you ever noticed that you remember information tied to an emotional experience more vividly? That\u2019s because emotion embeds information deep into your long-term memory.\u00a0<\/p>\n

It\u2019s like perfecting your favorite recipe. You remember every step, every flavor because you love it, and those sensory details stick. Or when you think about a song you can\u2019t get out of your head\u2014not just because of the melody, but because it\u2019s tied to a specific memory or feeling.<\/p>\n

The opposite rings true: if you\u2019re bored, frustrated, or stressed while learning something, the information won\u2019t stick. But if you\u2019re curious, excited, or even joyful, your brain lights up.<\/p>\n

How to do it: <\/strong>To achieve the latter when acquiring new knowledge, Jim suggests influencing your state of mind through simple acts such as:<\/p>\n