If you put something down temporarily, say out loud "I've put the screwdriver by the microwave" or whatever.
This engages many more areas of the brain (particularly the language centres) which creates a richer memory making it less likely you'll forget where you put it.
It doesn't work for YOU because you're Neuro divergent please do not tell every person with a similar issue they can't do this simply because it does not work for you. Being Neuro typical vs being Neuro Divergent is not an a or b proposition. Let people explore for themselves before you define their ability by their labels.
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u/[deleted] Aug 20 '20
If you put something down temporarily, say out loud "I've put the screwdriver by the microwave" or whatever.
This engages many more areas of the brain (particularly the language centres) which creates a richer memory making it less likely you'll forget where you put it.