Everyone knows some things we do are harder to remember than others, however, what most people don't know is that some things we do can never be remembered - no matter how good our memories are. In simple terms these are automatic functions of the brain that tell us how, why and when to turn off the stove, feed the cat, unplug the curling iron, and a host of other acts including one very important one - locking the door.
Many memory experts think that our brains work somewhat like computers.
If you want to type something, you hit a key that executes a command and you begin typing. Our brain is thought to work the same way. We too can intentionally store memories such as what street we live on, pin numbers, names of family members etc. Uncluttered brains may be beneficial, but there is a down side as well. The percentage of convictions is even lower.