The foundation of intelligence is memory. Without memory, intelligence cannot develop or function properly. Creativity also relies on memory as a necessary prerequisite. Forgetting is also a phenomenon caused by memory. If there were no memory, there could be no forgetting. Without forgetting, memory capacity becomes overloaded, leading to various issues. From a memory perspective, forgetting is something to be grateful for. Essentially, intelligence is driven more by memory than by logic. The strength of memory shapes priorities and influences value formation. However, humans have eventually delegated memory to external tools outside of our consciousness, not our brains. These are called records. Examples include books and cell phones. Your cell phone is an extension of you. - Joseph’s “just my thoughts”
The attitude toward my family reflects who I truly am. Similarly, your attitude toward your friends reveals who you genuinely are. I can’t perceive myself directly; we need a mirror to comprehend our reflections. This mirror exists in the most intimate aspects of our surroundings, especially in the casual moments of daily life. - Joseph’s “just my thoughts”