It's The ADHD-Friendly Show | Personal Growth, Well-being and Productivity for Distractible Minds Why Your ADHD Brain Craves a Planning System (Even If You Think You Hate Planning)
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Apr 4, 2025 Feeling overwhelmed by your ADHD brain? Discover how planning can be your secret weapon against chaos. It’s not a chore; it's a catalyst for creativity and efficiency. Learn to tackle common misconceptions about planning, like not having enough time or the fear of losing spontaneity. Hear personal success stories on how customized planning transformed lives and boosted productivity. Plus, get tips for starting your own planning journey tailored to your unique needs!
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Planning Paradox
- Reacting to everything throughout the day leads to constant decision-making and cognitive switching.
- This overwhelms ADHD brains, resulting in exhaustion and reduced productivity.
Planning and Creativity
- Planning enhances creativity by reducing decision fatigue during creative moments.
- Pre-planned projects allow for immediate action when inspiration strikes.
Cara's YouTube Journey
- Cara McGill initially struggled with rambling, unfocused YouTube videos due to lack of planning.
- She improved by planning topics and creating scripts, which led to greater success.