Quote Originally Posted by Tasogar View Post
I used to be like you. I would get headaches from watching those guides. I suggest that you watch other raid guides such as those made by JoonBob since he condenses information down considerably and provides both visual graphics and gameplay. The issue could also stem from playing a busy class, or from not having mastered your class. If you are not completely comfortable on your class, you can end up staring at your hotbar and losing focus. Practice your class as much as you can in order to pay attention to mechanics more efficiently.

Once you master your class you can apply the following:

Repeat the name of the current mechanic in your mind during prog so that you stay focused on what's currently happening. Alternatively, you can think about what this mechanic requires of you. For example: During Flame of Asphodelos in P3S, think about your positioning. Which way should you dodge? Where should you stand for spread/stack? Where should you stand for baits? There sorts of questions will keep you engaged in what's happening and will keep your mind from trailing off.

If you can help if, keep short notes that describe what you should be doing during a particular phase.
Oh I know my class alright, I've played it for 5 years straight. It's just too much information overload from a fight that has over 20 different mechanics to memorize and I'm being burned out and feeling helpless with each failure to adjust. My brain feels completely frazzled.