Around four out of every ten of us have fabricated our first memory according to researchers.
You know, it’s actually comical how cliché this question has become: ‘‘What’s your earliest memory?”. Most people are oblivious to the fact that memories are notoriously unreliable. That’s 40% of people. Chances are you’re one of them.
Modern day research indicates that first memories are formed around 3 to 3.5 years of age, but another study states that almost 40% of participants claim that their earliest memory is from 2 years or younger.
The part I found really interesting was why? It’s because our brains love making up fantasies and complete bull$hit. It’s not harmful though, so don’t worry.
Personally, I believe that my first memory was when I was a one year old. It was one of me being lifted into the air by a cousin of mine in the attic of my house. Every time I look back at it, it boosts me with hope and optimism. To be honest, I don’t even care if it’s true or not, I reminisce about it because it lights me up inside. Think about your 'first' memory right now and you’ll see what I’m talking about.
So now you’re probably wondering: "How do I know if my memory is true?" Find some sort of evidence, like a journal entry or a video, or if you’re older than time itself , a black and white picture. Just ask your parents or something.
In summary, just keep in mind that not everything we recollect is 100% accurate, however, don’t let this stop you from having a few laughs. I make up a few stories here and there myself, just to create an interesting incident. I should probably be a script writer for a film🤷♀️
This idea popped into my head while I was brushing my teeth so does that count as a shower thought?
"You have to color outside the lines once in a while if you want to make your life a masterpiece. " - Albert Einstein.
I’d love to know your take in this, so make sure to comment, maybe even share your first memory.
Allahuma barik bro. Not sure about my first memory however a beautiful peice nontheless
This is amazing bro 👏