In this section, you will learn how to create one of the most effective peg lists known to memory experts. The most effective peg list is the body list, for the simple reason that you spend more time with your body than anything else. The house list is the next most useful list. You are extremely familiar with the placement of the furniture and it’s easy for you to visualize the different items on the list.

Creating a house list is a relatively easy and straightforward action. There are only a few guidelines to follow. When creating your own house list, separate your list into rooms, and in each room, have 10 items. The reason for this is that later, when you’re trying to remember which item number is 43, all you have to do is think of four rooms of ten, and it’s the third item in the next room.

It’s poor technique to try to put different amounts of items in rooms. Don’t put three items in one room and 17 in another. Multiples of five are acceptable, but 10 is easiest and fastest.

Another rule to follow is this: Don’t use items that are too similar. Don’t use the standing lamp and the bed lamp, because there’s a chance that later you’ll get them mixed up. Have only ONE door, one lamp, one plant, one table, one chair, etc. Similar items will only serve to confuse you. Of course, when you’re selecting the items, be sure they are solid and concrete to YOU. For example, the plumbing inside the wall is not usually a very good item to use unless you happen to be a plumber, and you’ve seen the plumbing inside your walls. In general, use your common sense, imagination, and in no time you’ll have a working house list to remember groceries, things to do, and much, much more.

Taken From: Mega Memory Workbook