I can I imply or intuitively understand things better?

Question

I have a hard time implying information. In other words, I have trouble “reading in-between the lines” when reading or when someone tells me something. This deficiency I have makes me struggle in school because I have to have my lectures re-explained so I can understand it. This makes me also struggle at work; because I need to know what my boss is telling me when he’s giving me important instructions. When someone tells me something simple, I often just don’t get it. This doesn’t have anything to do with focusing or paying attention, it’s dealing more with understanding simple things intuitively. What could I do to improve on this? Do you know any exercises I can do to strengthen this deficiency I have? Your help is greatly appreciated, thank you!

Answer 1

There are so many possibilities with this, so as much as you may eschew this idea, you might talk to a psychologist or your medical doctor to make sure this is not a sign of a medical condition severe, or simple cure. Could involve things like lack of sleep, depression or similar.
If I knew you, I would draw on things like what you are good at and see if there is a pattern of preferences that have lead you to a specialization where some things you have gaps in experience.
I'm at a loss though, and know that some (not all) psychologists are adept at assisting with what you need through setting up coaching sessions. You would want to speak with someone who specializes in cogntive psychology.

Good luck!