Great Big Story had a chat with Rebecca Sharrock, who has a condition called highly superior autobiographical memory (H.S.A.M.). Only about 60 other people on earth share her condition, which allows them to remember, in great detail, almost everything they experience.
This woman remembers every detail from her life since she was 12 days old
This is how your memory works, as clearly explained by a neuroscientist
In this video, Columbia University neuroscientist Daphna Shohamy explains the science of memory to a kid, a teen, a college student, a grad student, and an expert. Along the way, she describes how her research is reshaping our understanding of what we remember, how, and where. From the transcript at Wired: We're interested in the… READ THE REST
What it's really like to have a photographic memory
There's an exceedingly rare superpower that some human's possess called Hsam (highly superior autobiographical memory). The University of California, Irvine's Center for the Neurobiology of Learning and Memory is the only place that verifies Hsam. According to the Center, Hsam is the "superior ability to recall specific details of autobiographical events" and those who have… READ THE REST
"Goodbye Robin!" is a sweet film about memory and loss
In "Goodbye Robin!," as Mika remembers his childhood, he awakens a giant in his head. The giant has a creature trapped in his head as well: Kai, who finds and collects memory bubbles. Image: YouTube / GOBELINS READ THE REST
This affordable and stylish tabletop fire pit leaves zero mess
Whether it's winter or summer, there is something so inviting about a fire. It's a great way to create intimate lighting, adds to the coziness of an atmosphere, and enhances the aesthetics of any situation. We haven't even gotten to the s'mores benefits of fires yet! But the reality is that fires can be frustrating… READ THE REST
Get your wine on this summer with 15 bottles from Splash Wines for $50
There's nothing quite like sipping on a chilled glass of wine on a hot summer day to take the edge off and wind down. This summer, instead of spending $10 to $20 per bottle, you can get an assortment of 15 good-tasting wines from Splash Wines for only $50. An amazing way to prepare and stock up… READ THE REST
Turn any room into a far-off galaxy with this epic projector
Even if you've spent hours scrolling through Pinterest and Instagram looking for interior decor ideas to no avail, perhaps something a little "otherworldly" would give your space that something special. Whether it's your kid's room or your living room, a quick transformation doesn't have to be as complicated as you think. Before you start painting… READ THE REST
