AuDHD Flourishing 122 Do Less (of what you don't want, to make room for what you do)
Dec 6, 2025
Exploring the concept of 'doing less' reveals how letting go of draining commitments can open up time and energy for what truly matters. Personal stories highlight the contrast between slowing down and creative bursts. Mattia discusses how harmful habits, often rooted in diet culture, can exacerbate ADHD symptoms. By setting higher standards for social interactions and limiting work commitments, listeners learn to reclaim their energy. The upcoming Do Less program offers tools for gradual change and somatic support.
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Slowing Down For A Family Emergency
- Mattia described slowing down during a family medical emergency and choosing not to push into burnout.
- They accepted delays in podcasting to prioritize presence and recovery.
Crocheting Instead Of Writing
- Mattia joined a morning writing group but one day mostly crocheted instead of writing.
- Crocheting provided rest and helped preload dopamine for the rest of the day.
Taking A Break From A Poetry Group
- Mattia left a poetry group after years because monotropically it consumed too much perceived time.
- They returned to poetry later when the desire reemerged and felt temporary to step back.
