I'm 43 now so I just chalk it up to aging. I've always had a freakish memory up until the last three years or so. It's still better than most, but it isn't "Holy mackerel, how do you remember that?" anymore.
Actually, I have a very good memory. Blocking out harmful memories from the past is a known psychological coping mechanism. You may also be referring to brain fog, which affects memories during those episodes only.
I have always had a horrible memory. There are some experiences from my past that I can recall in great detail (both good and bad), but not many. I tend to forget things very quickly. I will walk out of a meeting, and someone will ask me what it was about, and I can't remember. I hate vague questions like, "How did yesterday go?" because I know the person asking is looking for something specific, but I don't remember yesterday well enough to even know what they are referencing.
I am also horrible with names, and have to refer to notes frequently when asked questions.
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