Overcoming Absentmindedness: Tips From WebMD

Even while noting that, for most people, there is a greater likelihood of experiencing simple absentmindedness than, for example, Alzheimer's, WebMD provides tips that can help the average person overcome absentmindedness.

"Solving Absentmindedness

... [T]ry these simple tips ...

1. Simplify your life. ...
2. Get proper rest and nutrition ....
3. Keep to a schedule. ...
4. Get plenty of exercise, both physical and mental. [including new, creative mental challenges, such as books, chess, using the opposite hand] ....
5. Keep items ... you use [daily] ... in the same place ....
6. ... [U]se ... cues and reminders, like sticky notes or a calendar. ...

... [A]bsentmindedness ... can also easily be overcome. Start by making your life a little easier ...."

Click here for: "Absentminded or Alzheimer's? Most of us are more likely to be absentminded than have Alzheimer's disease, but how can you tell the difference, and how can absentmindedness be overcome? WebMD gives you 6 tips to tackle this frustrating problem." - WebMD 6.23.03

Key Words: Memory, Brain, Forgetfullness, Mental Focus, Organizing Self-Help, Life Coaching, Health, Productivity

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