Ever had one of those days where you reread the same sentence three times and it still doesn’t stick? Or you walk into a room and instantly forget why you’re there? That’s brain fog.
I know the feeling all too well. On those days, I feel like I’m moving through mud—my thoughts slow, my memory patchy, and my patience paper thin.
The truth is, brain fog isn’t just “in your head.” It’s your brain’s way of telling you that it needs support.
What’s Really Happening During Brain Fog
When you’re foggy, your brain is struggling to keep up with the demands of your day. Common culprits include:
- Poor sleep (your brain didn’t get a chance to reset and repair)
- Stress overload (keeping your nervous system stuck in “fight or flight”)
- Habits that drain energy instead of building it (hello, endless multitasking)
The result? Slower thinking, short tempers, and lower productivity.
How Brain Training Helps
Here’s the good news: focus and clarity are trainable.
Through neurofeedback (aka brain training), we can literally teach the brain to reset itself. Sensors measure your brain activity and give real-time feedback, helping your brain learn how to calm down and access deep, restorative sleep at night, and how to focus on tasks during the day.
Over time, this leads to:
- Sharper focus during the day
- More resilience under pressure
- Better sleep at night (which means even more clarity the next morning)
I’ve seen dedicated leaders go from foggy and drained to calm, sharp, and energized—without relying on excessive caffeine or medications.
From Foggy to Focused
The best part? Once your brain learns how to access these healthier patterns, it doesn’t just help at work. You show up with more patience at home, more creativity in your problem-solving, and more energy for the things you actually enjoy.
Because brain fog isn’t permanent. With the right support, your brain can learn to feel clear, calm, and focused again.
👉 If you’re tired of dragging yourself through the mud of brain fog, I’d love to share more about how our Brain Training program can help. You can find the details here.
Ginny Santos MSc. CEO, Well-being Advocate, and Adjunct Professor.
