Overcoming Distractions-Thriving with ADHD, ADD

How to identify what goals you want to set as an adult with ADHD

Oct 21, 2023

Learn how to set achievable goals as an adult with ADHD. Understand the purpose of goal setting and how it can help take action and make progress. Discover the importance of setting small goals to build self-trust. Determine goals that align with personal values and authenticity. Explore the importance of planning, flexibility, and managing time effectively. Find out about an upcoming virtual training on goal planning and achievement.

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Start by setting small, achievable goals within a timeframe you feel confident in and gradually expand your time horizon as you build trust with yourself.

Aligning personal and professional goals is crucial for achieving balance and fulfillment. Make intentional choices to ensure your goals complement each other and align with your values and aspirations across different areas of your life.

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Setting Goals

When it comes to setting goals, it's important to start with a timeframe that you feel confident in. Begin by focusing on what you can accomplish today or this week and identify the specific actions you need to take. By starting small and building trust with yourself, you can gradually increase your time horizon and set longer-term goals. It's crucial to frame your goals in a way that moves you towards something you want, rather than away from something you don't want. Additionally, make sure that your goals align with your values and are personally meaningful to you. Remember to give yourself credit for the progress you make, even if it's just a small step forward.

Continuous Growth and Self-Reflection

01:25

Start Small to Build Trust and Achieve Goals

01:43

Introduction

2min

Understanding the Purpose of Goal Setting

7min

Setting Small Goals and Building Self-Trust

3min

Determining Goals and Aligning with Personal Values

5min

Planning, Flexibility, and Goal-Setting

16min

Upcoming Virtual Training and Encouragement to Trust Yourself

2min

The thought of goal setting can be a turn off for many people including adults with ADHD. One of the reasons is that many adults with ADHD are not clear on what goals they would like to set, both personally and professionally.

Goal setting does not have to be scary or overwhelming. Those of us with ADHD can set meaningful and achievable goals if we prepare properly and keep them attainable.

Back on Overcoming Distractions is Sarah Reiff-Hekking, Ph.D. of True Focus Coaching, Inc. She takes us right back to the basics of goal setting and advises how to make this part of our life easier and more manageable. First, she defines what a goal is to get our discussion going.

From there, Sarah gives us advice so we can determine what type of goals we should be setting in our lives. She discusses how we can understand the deeper meaning or personal significance of the goals we set.

Some of the other discussion highlights include.

· Setting short term goals.
· Trusting yourself when setting goals.
· What's most important right now?
· Planning for reality.
· Moving towards a goal, not away from it.
· Understanding how goals complement each other.
· Understanding your time frame when setting goals.
· Analyzing what's working.
· Setting mini deadlines.

Here are the links we discussed about working with Sarah Reiff-Hekking, Ph.D.

1. Time Matters Boot Camp Virtual Workshop: www.CreateFocusNow.com

2. Website with resources: www.truefocuscoaching.com

3. Link to apply for a Strategy Session at no cost: https://www.truefocuscoaching.com/strategy-session-inquiry/

**Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min

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