Tips from an ADHD Coach: The myth of ADHD laziness

Do you wait until the last minute to write a paper, or complete something until it absolutely has to be done? Do you find it almost impossible to start any sooner? Does it make you feel guilty?

This week on Tips from an ADHD Coach, Jaye talks about how the pressure and shame that comes with waiting until the last minute can push us across the finish line… until it doesn’t. Listen for some tips that can help.

Related resources

• ADHD and the myth of laziness (Rebecca’s story)
• ADHD and perfectionism
• ADHD and anxiety

Timestamps

(00:43) Rebecca’s quote

(02:22) Using pressure and shame to motivate ourselves

(08:30) What can we do instead?

(11:22) Recap

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