Yeah, I experience this a lot. I call it “zombie mode.” It’s like pulling a slot machine, though. Sometimes AI can go a few turns just with encouragement. But when I don’t maintain conceptual engagement, drift is inevitable.

My solution is saying “gnite” and coming back in a new terminal window with a clear restatement of my purpose. Or “what are you working on and why” can help.

Terminal windows are not great for keeping context; waiting for better design. It is possible.