Some phrase-starters we often hear about absent-minded learners are: “Why can’t he just…?”, “I wish he would figure out…”, “I can’t seem to make her change…”, “If only she would…” Have you ever uttered a similar phrase about someone you know? I think we all have, and these phrases can be hard on relationships. So, […]
Scatter-Brained, Part I – Who are the Absent-Minded?
Who are the absent-minded? They are our space cadets, absent-minded professors, dawdlers, mess-makers, and the chronically late. These are the people who seem to disregard many of the ‘rules’ of polite society: pick up after yourself get your work done remember my name be on time Whether you live or work with an absent-minded person, […]
Organization is Sometimes a Dirty Word, Part I
If your absent-mindedness is getting you down, first ask yourself if it’s about your priorities or someone else’s. Next, identify one thing you would like to work on. Start small—most big change is best made incrementally so you can problem-solve as you go and build in lasting habits. Think about what doesn’t work, and why. […]
