Remembering Things
You write something down so you don’t forget
Writing things down helps you remember later, even if your memory isn’t strong.
You look at the person who is talking.
Looking at the speaker helps your brain focus and understand better.
You stop and think before doing something.
Thinking first helps you make better choices and avoid accidents.
You use a list to remember what to do.
Lists help you see what needs to be done and track what’s finished.
Take a deep breath before talking
Helps you slow down and speak clearly.
You set an alarm to help you remember.
Alarms remind you when it’s time to do something, so you don’t have to rely on memory.
You turn off the TV before starting your task.
Removing distractions helps your brain stay focused on one thing.
You ask for help when you don’t know what to do.
Asking for help saves time and prevents frustration.
You put your things in the same place every day.
Keeping things in one spot makes them easier to find later.
Look at the person you’re talking to
Makes it easier to understand and stay focused.
You say something out loud a few times.
Repeating helps your brain store the information better.
You take a short break when you get tired.
Taking breaks helps your brain rest so you can pay attention longer.
You try a different way when something doesn’t work.
Trying again helps you find what works best instead of giving up.
You plan what to wear before bed.
Planning ahead saves time and lowers stress in the morning.
Use short sentences
Keeps your message clear and easy to follow
You look at your calendar every morning.
Checking a calendar keeps you on schedule and helps you stay organized each day.
You focus on one thing at a time.
Doing one task at a time helps you finish it with fewer mistakes.
You check your work before saying you’re done.
Checking helps you catch mistakes and do your best work.
You clean up your desk before starting work.
A clean space helps you focus and find what you need.
Ask, “Did you understand me?”
Makes sure your message was received correctly
You ask someone to remind you later.
Asking for help gives you extra support when your memory needs a boost.
You listen carefully to the directions.
Listening carefully helps you follow directions the right way the first time.
You take a deep breath to calm down before solving a problem.
Staying calm helps your brain think more clearly and make better decisions.
You finish one job before starting another.
Doing one thing at a time helps you stay focused and complete tasks better.
Take turns when talking
Helps conversations go smoothly and reduces confusion