Zipho Lunika's Memory DOJO

Welcome to Zipho's Memory Dojo!

This website will serve as a primer on mnemonics and memory techniques. It will serve as a reference page for me, my students and those who are interested in mnemonics.

Memory techniques visualization

It will not only help inspire hobbyists but will also help promote interest in the sport. In addition, it will provide learning resources like my personal courses, YouTube references and books of interest.

Improve Memory with the Major System - My New Book

Unlock Your Brain's Hidden Potential with Proven Mnemonic Techniques

Improve Memory with Major System Book Cover

What You'll Master:

  • The SMEAR Principle: Senses, Motion, Exaggeration, Absurdity, and Replacement for unforgettable images
  • The Major System: Convert numbers into vivid, memorable images instantly
  • Practical Applications: Remember numbers, dates, cards, passwords, constellations, and procedures
  • Competitive Techniques: Methods used by memory champions for rapid memorization
  • Long-Term Retention: Spaced repetition strategies to make memories last for years
  • Peg Systems: Create permanent memory anchors for any information
  • Binary Memorization: Advanced techniques for memory competitions

Why This Book Transforms Your Memory:

Unlike abstract theory, "Improve Memory with the Major System" delivers:

  • Immediate results with the first technique you learn
  • Worked examples for numbers, cards, dates, passwords, and more
  • Progressive difficulty from beginner to memory-competition level
  • Free practice resources including access to Memory Champ web app
  • Real-world applications for academics, professional work, and daily life

Perfect For:

  • Students needing to memorize vast amounts of information
  • Professionals wanting to remember numbers, dates, and procedures
  • Memory enthusiasts seeking to compete or challenge themselves
  • Anyone who wants to tap into their brain's untapped potential

"I witnessed a memory champion memorizing a deck of cards in 1 minute... Now I teach others how to perform these seemingly impossible feats." — From the Introduction

Memory Technique Examples & Video Illustrations

Practical Demonstrations of Memory Systems in Action

I've created comprehensive video examples demonstrating real-world applications of memory techniques. Each video includes AI-enhanced editing and practical methods you can apply immediately.

Featured Video Demonstrations:

Body Memory Palace - 9 Types of Intelligence

Learn how to use your own body as a memory palace to remember psychological concepts like Howard Gardner's multiple intelligences.

African Continents Mnemonics

Master word mnemonics combined with visual aids to memorize all African countries from north to south.

Religious Studies - 8 Fold Path

Perfect for students memorizing religious tenets, virtues, and philosophical concepts across different faiths.

Vocabulary & Foreign Languages

Practical methods for memorizing complex words, technical terms, and foreign language vocabulary using your own home as a memory palace.

What Makes These Videos Special:

  • AI-Enhanced Production: Carefully edited with AI tools for maximum clarity
  • Immediate Application: Techniques you can use right after watching
  • Multiple Learning Styles: Visual, auditory, and kinesthetic approaches
  • Real Academic Content: Practical examples from psychology, geography, religious studies, and more
  • Progressive Difficulty: From basic link systems to complex memory palaces

"The main point of focus is the method. I want my students to extract value and apply the techniques right away to their lives."

Free Memory Mastery Course

Start your memory improvement journey with our completely free introductory course! Learn the fundamental techniques that mental athletes use to remember vast amounts of information.

Free memory course

In this course you'll discover:

  • The Major System for remembering numbers
  • How to create your first Memory Palace
  • The Link Method for memorizing lists
  • Practical exercises to strengthen recall

Personal Journey and Recommended Books

I delve into my earliest introduction to mnemonics and how I got started. I will also delve into various books and materials that inspired me

Recommended books
  • "Moonwalking with Einstein" by Joshua Foer
  • "The Memory Book" by Harry Lorayne
  • "Use Your Memory" by Tony Buzan
  • "Super Memory Power" by Dominic O'Brien

Productivity Systems

Discover powerful systems to boost your efficiency and get more done in less time. From time management to task organization, these techniques will help you conquer your daily challenges.

Here you may find some useful tips and references to a couple of my own hand-crafted applications to assist in productivity.

Productivity tools

Explore methods like the Pomodoro Technique, Getting Things Done (GTD), and the Eisenhower Matrix to find what works best for your workflow.

Health and Lifestyle

The body is an extension of the mind. You cannot completely separate body from mind is the insight of modern science. So optimising physical health and nutrition can help optimise memory, brain function and wellbeing.

Healthy lifestyle

Discover some of the insights that I have gained about how to go about improving and optimising my health. I will delve into what physical exercises are beneficial, what supplements may be helpful, exercises to reduce stress, etc.