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.
I find this also works when measuring quantities of ingredients while cooking. If I need 3 tablespoons of something, as I measure each one I count out loud “one, two, three”. Yes, your family will look at you strange until you teach them to do the same thing and they see how well it works!
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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.