My Reasons for Using Anki
Published on May 6, 2025 7:01 AM GMTIntroductionIn some circles, having an Anki habit seems to hold similar weight to clichés like "you should meditate", "you should eat healthy", or "you should work out". There's a sense that "doing Anki is good", despite most people in the circles not actually using memory systems.I've been using my memory system, Anki, daily for two or more years now. Here are the high-level reasons I use memory systems. I don't think memory systems are a cure-all; on occasion, I doubt their value. However, Anki provides enough benefit for me to spend 1h/day reviewing flashcards. This blog post explains my reasons for spending >100 hours using Anki this past college semester. This blog post will provide insight for both people with a memory system practice and those who are considering one.
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