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[–] IDKWhatUsernametoPutHereLolol@lemmy.dbzer0.com 4 points 4 months ago (2 children)

Or just... memorize them?

(Does nobody do that anymore?)

[–] drasglaf@sh.itjust.works 5 points 4 months ago (1 children)

I still remember some of my school friends' phone numbers form 30+ years ago, but I have difficulties remembering new people I meet. My brain is weird.

[–] Mihies@programming.dev 3 points 4 months ago (2 children)

That's long term memory for you. Normal when you get old.

[–] drasglaf@sh.itjust.works 1 points 4 months ago

Then I'm afraid I started getting old way too soon.

[–] foenkyfjutschah@programming.dev 1 points 4 months ago

but also because it isn't practiced anymore. it's always surprising what human beings are capable of.

[–] rockSlayer@lemmy.world 2 points 4 months ago

I have 1 number committed to memory, and it's the only one I need if I get arrested. Until that happens I prefer to stay in touch with my people