Reimagining Productivity with ADHD How To Use Self-Talk To Reach Your Goals
Feb 28, 2024
Explore how self-talk can shape your thoughts, feelings, and actions. Discover strategies for adults with ADHD to harness positive self-talk, enhancing resilience and goal achievement. Learn the importance of mindfulness and self-compassion in transforming your inner dialogue. Find out how fostering a supportive internal voice can lead to greater success in reaching personal aspirations.
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ADHD and Self-Talk Challenges
- Adults with ADHD often have an underdeveloped ability to engage in helpful and positive self-talk.
- This impacts their ability to guide behavior and actions towards goal achievement.
Use Self-Talk to Resist Temptation
- Use self-talk like "I want to have less sugar" to resist temptations, such as buying chocolate.
- Combine self-talk with visualization and problem-solving to stay aligned with your goals.
Track and Cue Positive Self-Talk
- Identify where you fail to follow through and note your self-talk in those moments.
- Develop positive self-talk in advance and use cues like notes or calendar reminders to remember it.