Psychology offers some fascinating insights into this puzzling situation that often leaves us feeling conflicted and confused. So, why do we forget what we just learned? Let's dive in!

We forget up to 90 percent of what we learn within a week. But it doesn’t have to be that way. You can beat the forgetting curve and make your learning stick—for good.

Why do we forget what we’re doing when we walk through a door? You will be relieved to hear that this is a real thing and it is actually very aptly named ‘The Doorway Effect’.

Forgetting doesn’t merely de-clutter memory; it also serves emotional ends. Selectively deleting unpleasant memories increases happiness.