After working for many years in a “fast pace environment” I can’t help but notice that I have increasing difficulties to do simple tasks.
In office, I always start multiple tasks at the same time. I noticed I often start but barely finish.
At home, it gets even worse. “Let’s make tea” takes several back and forth to the kitchen, wondering what I am doing there. Then forgetting I boiled water.
I’ve tried to trick myself by ordering tasks, but ultimately I end up asking myself what was I doing until now.
I don’t take medicines of any kind. “1st world problem” is granted, accepted, validated.
I’m sure I’m not the only one. Have you found a recipe that works for you ?
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How many years are we talking?
A lot of what you describe sounds like you’re starting to have “senior moments”. If you’re past 50, that’s pretty normal. Which is not to say it’s good. “Normal” does not mean good. It just means common. I don’t think you should look for anything exotic if the mundane explanation fits your observations.
Low-tech suggestion: Keep a notepad in your pocket. Make to-do lists. Cross items off it when you’re done. Maybe put the time in when you cross it off.
Put water on stoveTurn off stoveMake teaThat would be 15+ years
Thanks for the tip on the notepad, seems others are suggesting similar approach, I’ll try and see how it helps