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Have any of you "cracked" how to remember names in active conversation? (self.neurodivergence)

submitted 1 year ago by douglasg14b to c/neurodivergence

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I have ADHD diagnosed in my 30's, and can't seem to remember names even seconds after they are said. Sometimes I try so hard that I can't follow the conversation because I'm focusing on repeating their name over and over so I don't forget.

Inevitably I focus back on the conversation and the person's name is lost.

Texting their name to me tends to work, but others tend to find this odd/annoying/off-putting if I halt an organic conversation to text myself their name. And can even find it quite disrespectful.

So, Title: Have any of you "cracked" how to remember names in active conversation?

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[–] hallettj 2 points 1 year ago

I keep a few index cards and a pen in my pockets basically at all times. I think taking a note on paper is less off-putting - it's clearer that what you're doing is part of the conversation. Then the trick is to get in the habit of checking your notes.