A Productive Conversation ADHD Productivity with Ryan McRae
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Feb 16, 2016 In this engaging discussion, Ryan McRae, also known as The ADHD Nerd, shares his personal journey with ADHD and its impact on productivity. He dives into the chaos that ADHD can create and offers valuable time management tips, emphasizing the importance of capturing tasks and using routines to enhance focus. Ryan provides insights on tackling procrastination by breaking tasks into manageable steps and shares his experience with journaling to celebrate accomplishments. His practical advice is a must-listen for anyone navigating the challenges of ADHD.
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Mind As A Room Of Four-Year-Olds
- ADHD creates a mind like a noisy room full of four-year-olds running around.
- Managing ADHD is about corralling and entertaining those impulses so they don't derail productivity.
Diagnosis At College
- Ryan discovered ADHD at 19 after taking an assessment at Illinois State University's disabilities office.
- He confirmed it with a psychiatrist who reviewed school records and described his brain as having fewer 'lanes' for managing thoughts.
Capture Everything Immediately
- Capture every important thought immediately using a notebook or Evernote so your mind isn't the storage.
- Put every appointment and time-sensitive item on your calendar to avoid forgetting them.
