Three Observations About Thinking on Autopilot
Showering, while driving on the same route daily, and when eating a meal by ourselves.
When our minds switch on autopilot, there are three common situations where we tend to experience this phenomenon: showering, while driving on the same route daily, and when eating a meal by ourselves. In these moments, our thoughts drift away from the present task, and we enter a state of automatic thinking.
Shower Autopilot Thinking
During a shower, our minds often wander as we go through the familiar routine. We may find ourselves thinking about other things, such as ideas for an article or any other topic that captures our attention.
Sometimes, we even start mentally writing or outlining the article while in the shower. This uninterrupted time allows us to delve into our thoughts and explore new ideas. However, this can also lead to moments of forgetfulness, where we may question if we have completed certain tasks, like washing our hair.
Despite these lapses in memory, we continue with our train of thought, capturing our ideas before they slip away.
Driving Autopilot Thinking
When driving on the same route daily, our minds often shift into autopilot mode. We become so familiar with the journey that we can navigate it almost…
