ADHD Experts Podcast 585- The Social Costs of (and Solutions to) Productivity Struggles
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Nov 25, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Ari Tuckman, Psy.D., MBA, a psychologist specializing in ADHD, highlights the social costs of productivity struggles. He explores how ADHD impacts relationships and expectations, encouraging listeners to set realistic goals. Tuckman emphasizes the importance of saying 'no' to avoid overcommitting and advocates for transparent communication to build trust. He also provides practical exercises for identifying personal productivity challenges, promoting self-awareness, and fostering healthy work habits.
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Behavior Shapes Others' Judgments
- People infer intentions and character from inconsistent productivity more than from occasional mistakes.
- Ari Tuckman explains that ADHD inconsistency makes others assume you don't care or are irresponsible.
Set Good-Enough Goals
- Aim for a 'good enough' threshold rather than perfection to reduce stress and social cost.
- Make small consistent improvements that are sustainable instead of unreachable ideal goals.
Give Votes To Those Affected
- Give more weight to opinions of people directly affected by your productivity and less to distant critics.
- Balance task completion and relationship health by negotiating fair give-and-take with equals.
