

I’ve found that you retain the important stuff, and unfortunately the embarrassing stuff.
Memory aids are a thing. So if a picture, song, smell, or object helps trigger a fond memory, then keep that thing around. Failing that, writing things down can help unlock the rest of a memory.
Music, and scent are the two main memory triggers though. If you can link a memory to one of those things then you’re golden.


Walk up and down the stairs instead of taking the elevator at my office (4 floors)
Walk parts my commute where I could take the bus or an extra train. (About an hour walking per day).
I wish I did more but my aging body is too tired 🙃