'Fit in the mind - fit in the job!'

Holistic memory training

Do you sometimes feel swamped at work because you have to take in and process a lot of different information under heavy time pressure? Or maybe you find it hard to remember things? Then why not acquaint yourself with holistic memory training and give your brain a helping hand?

This seminar provides a relaxed setting in which you can learn and practice various cognitive skills that will be useful in your work and that are geared toward improving your concentration and mental agility. The mnemonic techniques presented will enable you to remember facts, figures, names and faces easily in the future. Holistic memory training exercises will help you to master the challenges you encounter in your day-to-day work successfully—and, incidentally, with much less stress.

Trainer

Katja Widmann

Language

German

Date(s)

New dates are being planned.

Target group

Employees of the University of Bonn

Location

Deutscher Herold
Poppelsdorfer Allee 31-33, 53115 Bonn
Room 3.057

Note

Registration is automatic for both parts. Participation in only one part is not possible.

Content

Basics and consolidation of theory and practice
Exercises on selected job-relevant training objectives
Simple memorization of dates and facts, names and faces using various techniques
Improving thinking flexibility and the ability to concentrate
Importance of movement and relaxation in everyday working life

Good to Know

Eligibility

Our events and activities are open to all staff and apprentices at the University of Bonn who hold a valid work or apprenticeship contract with the University. Unfortunately, externals are not able to take part.

Cost

Participation is free for staff at the University of Bonn, which will cover the costs.

Accessibility

The event spaces are accessible to a certain extent. Should you need help getting in, please get in touch with your named contact in good time so that we can give you the support you need on the day of the event.

The events are also accessible to people with a hearing or visual impairment. If you have specific needs, please contact us in advance so that we can put appropriate support in place.

Childcare

If you need childcare during an event, please contact the Office of Family Services at the University of Bonn.

Awareness

We want to foster an environment of inclusiveness and diversity at our events and so are keen for everyone there to feel comfortable and safe. This requires us all to be mindful of the words we use and to avoid saying anything or behaving in a way that is offensive (even if only unintentionally).

Please be aware of the following:

Use discrimination-sensitive language and respect other people’s self-identifiers (e.g. pronouns).
Certain topics can trigger emotional overwhelm, so you should be mindful of your own boundaries as well as other people’s.
If discriminatory experiences are addressed, you should take them seriously and acknowledge them for what they are.
You can take a break or a step back at any time. If you need to leave the event room and require a space to withdraw to, you are welcome to speak to someone in our office, the event team or the trainer.

More information and tips can be found on the Equal Opportunity and Diversity Unit web pages.