There are plenty of science-backed aways to improve your memory and recall. Using interleaving to learn several subjects or skills in succession. Taking simple steps to consolidate and reconsolidate memories. Exercising before you try to learn something new. Even sleeping--yes, sleeping--your way to better long-term memory and retention.

Still: No matter how hard you try, that still doesn't mean you'll remember everything you want to remember.

And that's a good thing, because a study recently published in Cell Reports shows forgetting things is actually an active part of learning and memory maintenance.

Please select this link to read the complete article from Inc.