Bitesize | Psychologist Shares Proven Ways To CONTROL Overthinking, Perfectionism & People Pleasing! - Dr Mark Rackley
Jul 26, 2024
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In this engaging discussion, Dr. Mark Rackley, a leading psychologist specializing in ADHD, shares his insights on managing overthinking, perfectionism, and people-pleasing. He delves into practical techniques that help reduce anxiety and improve sleep for those with ADHD. The conversation highlights how fear of failure impacts perfectionism and offers strategies for breaking free from people-pleasing habits. Dr. Rackley emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and finding supportive communities to enhance self-acceptance and mental well-being.
Dr. Mark emphasizes that individuals with ADHD can transform overthinking into mental flexibility by understanding their thought processes and using distraction techniques.
He highlights the importance of recognizing unrealistic perfectionism and establishing personal boundaries to manage people-pleasing tendencies effectively.
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Managing Overthinking with ADHD
Individuals with ADHD often experience overwhelming overthinking, particularly in social scenarios where they replay interactions excessively. Understanding the context of their thoughts can help them discern when they are creating unnecessary stories that lead to anxiety. By employing distraction techniques, they can steer their focus away from unproductive thought patterns and re-engage their brains in more positive activities. Such strategies can transform overthinking from a problem into an opportunity for creating mental flexibility, which is a beneficial aspect of having ADHD.
Overcoming Perfectionism and People-Pleasing
Perfectionism can hinder individuals with ADHD from even attempting tasks for fear of failure, leading to avoidance behaviors that negatively impact their lives. Recognizing that perfection is an unrealistic standard helps alleviate the pressure associated with striving for flawlessness. Similarly, the tendency to please others can lead to exhaustion and a lack of healthy boundaries, resulting in diminished self-respect. Learning to assertively say 'no' and creating personal boundaries is essential for maintaining one's integrity and fostering healthier relationships.
Alex chats with Dr Mark Rackley, a leading psychologist who specialises in ADHD. Dr. Mark shares his proven techniques to manage overthinking, perfectionism and people pleasing.
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