Along with poor memory, seniors are noted to suffer from poor concentration as they age. While these two don’t really mean the same thing, they go hand-in-hand which frustrates seniors the most. One good way to measure the level of concentration you have right now is to test if you can still multitask and remember each and every detail that comes with each task. It won’t be easy and it could even be a torture but you would know right there and then how much is too much and how much is enough.

Another way to test yourself for concentration is reading a book, about halfway through the book, ask yourself if you could still remember what happened in Chapter one. If you’re able to retell yourself the story there with accuracy then your level of concentration is still excellent. Keep doing this as your way of “exercising” your memory and concentration.

I was told that when you lose your memory and concentration, not necessarily at the same time, there’s no turning back. This is the reason why, as much as possible, I avoid the pitfalls and make my brain work harder if I feel it is about to give up. I know that at some point, it will give in or morbidly “break down” as every bit of my body parts will eventually do so. It is but natural, if you come to think of it however, I am not going down without a fight and I am going to get Nature at my side just to be safe.

•    Give it a break. You should be able to know how much is enough, this way you’ll be able to work around it and not push it too hard. Remember that the idea is to somewhat train your brain to be able to focus on task at hand, you won’t achieve this if you push your way through it. Short breaks are refreshing, it will help your mind to reboot.
•    Avoid multitasking. This is a big no-no for you, aside from that, an aging brain is not designed to handle such stress and besides, no one expects you to do so. Be kind to yourself and just do things one at a time.
•    Get a good night’s sleep. Sleeping clears out cobwebs of the mind and help you think more clearly. This is your body’s way of preparing itself for the day ahead so as much as possible, indulge it.
•    Stay away from distractions. If you want to stay focused, you should learn how to stay away from distractions. If you want to get things done, you should concentrate in finishing a task before starting up with the next.
•    Meditate. Meditation helps seniors clear their minds and have a little “quiet” moment in which they will have the chance to recoup amidst chaos.