Selective memory, anyone else have it?

Why is it I can remember every golf shot after a round, and I'm not that good so its a lot, but forget names instantly?

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Remembering names has never been a strength, I guess there are tricks to remembering but meeting people one at a time and hearing the name a few times is the best way for me. It’s natural to remember things you have an avid interest in better.

plasticfantastic · 56-60, M

@cherokeepatti But to be able to visualize 90 odd shots with no problem then forget the name of my playing partner before we reach the bar?

cherokeepatti · 61-69, F

@plasticfantastic Everyone should wear name tags, problem solved. 😂

plasticfantastic · 56-60, M

@cherokeepatti You have my vote:)

cherokeepatti · 61-69, F

@plasticfantastic I’ve worked in situations where dozens of temporary workers come in and worked with us & I couldn’t remember names unless I talked them one on one or they were very colorful characters. You have to have something to remember them for I guess, at least I do. And full-time workers wore name tags, the temps didn’t.