Get Sharper Today
A few simple tricks will get you on your way to hearing, "Wow, you have an incredible memory!"?

• A daily brainteaser will sharpen your mind. Do each day's crossword puzzle or acrostic in your newspaper. Try the new-each-day version here

• "Cross-train" your brain by using your nondominant hand to perform simple tasks like brushing your hair or turning a salad spinner. It will seem awkward at first but will get easier in a few days.

• Create visual images to remember names. Picture Mrs. Taylor sewing, Mr. Baker checking his cake and Miss Hill standing on top of a knoll.