What is speedlearning ...

00:00:00: Speed learning the success techniques for you and your life.

00:00:14: Hello and welcome to speed learning the podcast where you'll learn how to learn faster Remember more and actually use what you learn.

00:00:24: I'm really happy your hair.

00:00:26: My name is Sven Frank.

00:00:29: quick note before we begin.

00:00:30: this podcast is also available not only in English but also in German, French, Spanish and Italian.

00:00:37: So if you are learning languages or you simply prefer another version, check the description for the links.

00:00:44: Today we are starting with episode one.

00:00:46: What is speed learning and what is it not?

00:00:51: And most importantly, what can you do today to learn noticeably faster?

00:00:58: Many people hear speed learning and immediately think, oh, that's that trick where you read five hundred pages in one hour and remember everything.

00:01:08: Let me be clear.

00:01:09: No.

00:01:10: Speed learning isn't magic.

00:01:13: It isn't hacks that break reality.

00:01:16: And it's definitely not just reading faster.

00:01:19: Speed learning means you use methods that work with your brain.

00:01:24: So you understand faster, forget less, review more strategically.

00:01:32: And you can recall and apply what you've learned.

00:01:36: So it's not only about speed, it's about efficiency.

00:01:41: Here's a simple example.

00:01:42: Two people study for an exam, both invest ten hours.

00:01:46: Person A reads the material twice.

00:01:49: Person B uses a clear structure, asks... Questions.

00:01:54: Users smart review timing and trains recall.

00:01:58: In the end, person B often has better understanding, better memory and less stress.

00:02:05: With the same amount of time, that's speed learning.

00:02:10: Here's an idea that changes everything.

00:02:12: A lot of people study, but they don't train.

00:02:15: What's the difference?

00:02:17: Studying often means reading, highlighting, rereading.

00:02:22: Training means testing yourself, recording, applying and repeating.

00:02:27: Think about learning how to ride a bike.

00:02:31: Reading a book about biking won't do it, would it?

00:02:36: You have to get on the bike.

00:02:39: It's the same with knowledge.

00:02:41: If you want to truly master something, you need two steps.

00:02:45: First, understand it.

00:02:47: Second, train.

00:02:49: Retrieval.

00:02:50: Retrieval means you can pull it out without looking.

00:02:55: And this is where many people get stuck.

00:02:57: They recognize the information while reading, but recognition is not mastery.

00:03:02: It's the illusion of knowledge.

00:03:06: Speed learning focuses exactly on that.

00:03:10: Maybe you know this feeling, you study something, it feels solid.

00:03:13: And two days later you think, well, there you go, I studied this.

00:03:21: That's not being bad at learning, that's biology.

00:03:24: Your brain isn't designed to store everything.

00:03:26: It constantly filters.

00:03:29: Do I need this?

00:03:30: Is this important?

00:03:31: Will it show up again?

00:03:34: If you only reach something once, your brain often assumes interesting but probably not essential.

00:03:40: So it gets deleted.

00:03:42: Efficiently.

00:03:44: The solution isn't more time.

00:03:46: The solution is the right review system.

00:03:49: Because your brain loves repetition with spacing.

00:03:53: If you learn something today, then quickly review tomorrow, then again in three days, then in a week, your brain gets the message, okay, this matters, let's keep it.

00:04:05: This is called spaced repetition.

00:04:08: We'll dedicate an entire episode to it later.

00:04:11: For now, remember, forgetting is normal.

00:04:15: Learning means responding intelligently.

00:04:19: To make speed learning easy to understand, here's a simple model.

00:04:24: Pillar one, clarity.

00:04:27: Before you learn, you need to clarify.

00:04:30: What exactly do I want to be able to do?

00:04:33: What's the goal?

00:04:35: What does good enough look like?

00:04:37: Many people study without a clear goal.

00:04:40: Then wonder why they drift.

00:04:42: Pillar two, method.

00:04:44: You need the right method for the right type of material.

00:04:48: You learn vocabulary differently than math.

00:04:51: Presentations differently than grammar and facts differently than skills.

00:04:56: Speed learning means a toolbox.

00:04:59: Not one size fits all.

00:05:01: Pillar three, review and retrieval.

00:05:04: Without retrieval practice, knowledge stays fragile.

00:05:09: Ask yourself questions.

00:05:10: Use flashcards if you like.

00:05:12: Do mini tests.

00:05:13: Summarize without looking.

00:05:15: Apply the knowledge to examples.

00:05:18: And repeat it with spacing.

00:05:21: When you align these three pillars, something really nice happens.

00:05:26: You stop learning against your brain and start learning with your brain and it's biology.

00:05:34: Let's get practical.

00:05:36: Whether you are learning a language, studying for exams or training a professional skill, here's a ten minute speed learning routine you can start today.

00:05:47: Set a clear target.

00:05:49: Tell yourself, in these ten minutes I will Actively use five new words or understand three key concepts or explain one topic so clearly a beginner would get it.

00:06:02: One target, not ten.

00:06:05: Take in the input, read, watch or listen to the exact material you need.

00:06:12: But not half distracted, full attention.

00:06:16: If you notice your mind drifting, gently come back.

00:06:22: Now the most powerful step.

00:06:24: Put the material away and ask.

00:06:26: What were the main points?

00:06:28: What terms did I see?

00:06:30: How would I explain it in my own words, maybe in a foreign language?

00:06:34: What examples can I recreate?

00:06:38: If you want, say it loud.

00:06:41: Or write quick bullet points.

00:06:44: This can feel a bit uncomfortable and that's precisely why it works.

00:06:48: Your brain has to work and work leads to storage.

00:06:54: Finish by planning two short reviews.

00:06:56: Review one tomorrow for three minutes.

00:06:58: Review two in three days for three minutes.

00:07:01: That's it.

00:07:03: This routine is simple, but it's powerful because it includes the essentials.

00:07:08: Target, focus, retrieval, spacing.

00:07:12: So what to expect from this podcast?

00:07:14: In the next episodes, we'll go deeper step by step.

00:07:18: You'll get clear learning plans, memory and language strategies.

00:07:23: tools, digital and analog, short challenges and methods you can apply immediately.

00:07:32: And one more reminder, this podcast is also available in German, French, Spanish and Italian.

00:07:38: So if you want to learn bilingualy, great, use the version that supports your goal.

00:07:44: If this episode helped you, subscribe so you don't miss the next one.

00:07:50: And if you'd like, send me a message.

00:07:52: What are you learning right now?

00:07:54: Language, an exam, a new professional skill or hobby?

00:07:58: That way I can tailor future episodes even better.

00:08:01: In the next episode, we'll cover a topic that changes everything.

00:08:05: The five biggest speed learning myths and what actually works.

00:08:11: Thanks for listening.

00:08:11: and remember, you don't need to study more.

00:08:15: You just need to study smarter.

00:08:18: At the end, here's a quick insight at it.

00:08:22: When I study a specific topic, I always drink the same coffee or tea as an anchor.

00:08:28: I also add the medical mushroom Ganoderma Luzidum, which supports my body and helps calm my mind while learning.

00:08:36: You'll find the link to the products in the podcast's description.