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🤖 Why Your OpenClaw "Forgets" Its Identity (And How to Fix It Forever)
*The Problem:* Your OpenClaw bot forgets its own name mid-conversation. This isn't a bug — it's a memory architecture issue that's 100% fixable.
🔍 Why This Happens (Dive Deep)
OpenClaw has *two memory systems:*
*1. Context Window (Short-Term)* — ~128K-256K tokens (~50-100 pages). When full, old messages get pushed out.
*2. File-Based Memory (Long-Term)* — Unlimited. Survives restarts. Permanent.
*The Issue:* You're relying on context window for identity instead of explicit files. After 2+ hours of conversation, the bot's "self-concept" gets evicted.
✅ The Fix: Explicit Memory Architecture
Step 1: Create Identity Files
# Create memory structure
mkdir -p ~/clawd/memory/{daily,projects,checkpoints}
# Identity: [BotName]
## Who I Am
I am [BotName], an AI assistant specializing in [your niche].
My personality: [professional/warm/direct].
My purpose: Help [YourName] achieve [specific outcomes].
## How I Communicate
- Tone: [conversational/technical/business]
- Style: [concise/thorough/action-oriented]
EOF
# User Profile: [Name]
## Business Context
Company: [Name]
Goals: [Goal 1, Goal 2, Goal 3]
## Preferences
- Best contact: [WhatsApp/Email/Slack]
- Meeting times: [Mornings/Afternoons]
- Tools: [CRM, Calendar, PM tool]
EOF
Step 2: Load Protocol (Bias for Action)
At session start — or when identity feels "fuzzy":
*Takes 10 seconds. Prevents 2 hours of confusion.*
*Pro tip:* Add to your OpenClaw config for auto-load:
session_start:
actions:
Step 3: Project-Based Architecture (Think Big)
memory/
├── daily/
├── projects/
└── checkpoints/
*When starting work:*
Step 4: Checkpoint Protocol (Insist on Highest Standards)
For complex work:
"Create a checkpoint. Document: (1) accomplishments, (2) decisions, (3) blockers, (4) next steps. Save to memory/checkpoints/[date]-[project].md"
*Next session:*
"Read latest checkpoint for [project]. What's our status?"
📊 Impact
*Forgets identity after 2 hours*
• With System: Maintains identity indefinitely
*Repeat context every session*
• With System: Full context in 10 seconds
*Projects stall*
• With System: Projects maintain momentum
*Result: Frustration*
• With System: *Result:* Reliable partner
🎯 Action Items (Today)
2. *Test protocol:* Start session → verify identity → long conversation → verify identity again
3. *Create one project file* for current focus
💬 Questions?
Drop them below. Let's get your OpenClaw bots remembering who they are.
*Want 1:1 help?* Book office hours [link comming soon].
— Keith and Bella
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