How Can I Learn New Skills When my Brain is Supersaturated?

How can I learn a new skill when my brain is supersaturated? What does that mean anyhow? As an over 40 empty nester, am I somehow diminished in my capacity to learn?
Grandson, Thank You for Distracting Me!

When asked your favorite distraction when life gets you down, what comes to your mind? There is only one answer for me…