Forgetfulness has given me experiences and an entire career that I wouldn’t otherwise have. The differences in my memory have helped me learn useful compensatory skills. Because I have trouble remembering where I put things, I’m now a pro at using search functions on webpages and computer programs. Because I don’t assume anyone remembers anything, I’ve become a good science communicator. I’m motivated to collect and share what I’ve learned because I know that I will forget if I don’t.