ADHD Essentials
The Wall of Awful with Brendan Mahan, M.Ed., M.S., your Considerate and Compassionate Climbing Instructor
Mar 20, 2021
Dive into the intriguing concept of the 'Wall of Awful,' an emotional barrier rooted in past failures that complicates risk-taking and task initiation. Discover effective strategies for overcoming this wall, including gradual techniques and quick fixes for managing complex emotions. Learn how navigating your emotional landscape can enhance focus and productivity. Plus, explore the importance of environment and physical activity in managing emotions, while preparing for the challenges that arise during personal discussions.
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- The Wall of Awful represents the emotional barriers stemming from past failures that hinder individuals with ADHD from taking risks or starting new tasks.
- Effective strategies to overcome the Wall of Awful include climbing it by engaging with tasks and using short-term relief methods like music and social accountability.
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Understanding the Wall of Awful
The Wall of Awful represents the emotional barrier created by repeated failures, which prevents individuals from taking risks and starting new tasks. Every failure adds a 'brick' to this wall, comprised of disappointment, guilt, shame, and anxiety, leading to increased emotional complexity about specific activities. The wall serves as a model to help individuals and families understand and discuss these negative emotional associations, particularly in the context of ADHD. Recognizing the components of the Wall of Awful can facilitate conversations about difficult emotions with children and loved ones, thereby promoting emotional awareness and healing.
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