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With each cycle, your mental model becomes more detailed, interconnected, and personal. Over time, this method transforms your study from mere memorization into genuine mastery of concepts—a process backed by cognitive science.
Summary: A Practical Roadmap for Self-Study
To leverage the Fman technique effectively, remember these five key steps:
Brain Dump: Recall and note what you currently know.
Fill Gaps: Review resources to address missing knowledge.
Simplify: Break down ideas into fundamental concepts.
Apply: Create stories, examples, and connections.
Repeat: Cycle through these steps to reinforce and deepen understanding.