Here's why:
* How it works: The peg-word system assigns a specific image to each number from 1 to 10 (or more). Then, to remember a list, you create a vivid mental image linking the item to the corresponding peg-word image.
* The power of imagery: Imagery helps you encode information more deeply and makes it easier to retrieve. The more bizarre and memorable the image, the better it sticks in your mind.
Let me know if you'd like examples of peg-word images or how the system works in practice!