I'm Busy Being Awesome Episode 207: How To Avoid Overwhelm and Getting Stuck In The Details
Jul 10, 2023
This discussion dives into the unique challenges of feeling overwhelmed, especially for those with ADHD. It highlights how easily distractions can pull focus and offers actionable strategies to regain clarity. Listeners learn to identify when they're slipping into overwhelm and how to prioritize effectively. The insights aim to empower individuals to navigate through the chaos by concentrating on essential tasks.
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ADHD Brains and Overwhelm
- ADHD brains are more prone to feeling overwhelmed than non-ADHD brains.
- Overwhelm can seriously derail us without proper supports in place.
Overwhelm from Details
- Getting stuck in the weeds happens when we focus too much on tiny details and can't prioritize.
- When everything seems important, we actually become stuck and can't see the big picture.
Overwhelm from Big Picture
- Another overwhelm form is freezing when looking at the big picture of a massive project.
- Vague or unknown steps make starting feel impossible and cause discouragement.