Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast Time Shielding, the Values Calendar, and the Schedule Saboteur
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Feb 15, 2024 The podcast discusses the issue of self-sabotage and how individuals with ADHD often prioritize others' requests over their own priorities. They explore the concepts of time shielding and the values calendar as tools for protecting and aligning time with personal values. The hosts emphasize the importance of pausing and evaluating requests before committing to avoid overbooking and disappointing oneself or others.
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ADHD's Distorted Sense of Time
- ADHD perception of time varies drastically; an hour can feel much shorter or longer than usual.
- This leads to difficulty predicting task duration and contributes to scheduling challenges and self-sabotage.
Pete’s Time Blocking Example
- Pete successfully blocked his morning for finance work but needed extra time to finish tasks.
- Unexpected crises pushed his afternoon into evening, disrupting his planned schedule but demonstrating flexibility.
Self-Sabotage via Unrealistic Expectations
- High expectations without ADHD accommodations cause self-sabotage by setting unrealistic goals.
- Overcompensating leads to overscheduling and stress instead of managing ADHD effectively.