Future Memory

Ingrid Gillot

I am working on a very interesting exercise proposed by Jessica, "memories of the future".

I have been doing this for almost a week now, I would like to know how can we tell that this method works?

I know it is advisable to do this for 30 days, but after 30 days if nothing happens,

should I continue or take a break and resume later?

Thanks

Merry Christmas

:x :D

Jessica Connor, Ph.D.

Hi Ingrid!

You can tell this process is working when you begin to think of the memory in terms of it having already happened. In other words, you recall it as something that took place. I like to play this little mental game with myself: "Remember when __(future memory)___ happened? That was so fun! I'm so grateful to have had that experience!"

I suggest continuing with it as long as it feels good. I find that trying the exercise above a few times per day keeps it exciting. But if bringing up the thought causes anxiety, frustration or sadness, let it go and focus on something more positive! :) 

Merry Christmas to you as well!