Learn how to manage ADHD overwhelm with strategies and support, including identifying personal strengths, seeking external accountability, and infusing novelty into tasks. Discover the importance of mindset in tackling overwhelm and the benefits of engaging in an ADHD coaching community. Stay tuned for the upcoming discussion on the link between ADHD and nutrition.
Recognize that strategies to manage ADHD overwhelm evolve and vary, no quick fix exists.
Creating visual task lists helps prioritize and break down overwhelming tasks into manageable steps.
Deep dives
Overcoming ADHD Overwhelm
ADHD overwhelm is a common challenge faced by many individuals with ADHD, leading to a feeling of being paralyzed and unsure of where to start. Despite the desire to find a quick fix, individuals need to recognize that strategies may vary and there is no universal handbook to address overwhelm. Impulsiveness in seeking solutions can create added stress, but understanding that strategies evolve and adapt as life changes is crucial in managing overwhelm.
Common Causes of Overwhelm with ADHD
Individuals with ADHD often feel overwhelmed because they believe they must tackle everything at once, making it hard to prioritize tasks effectively. The struggle to differentiate urgent tasks from important ones reflects difficulties in executive functioning and prioritization, leading to feeling bombarded with immediate demands. Overwhelm can also stem from challenges in time management, either avoiding a frustrating task or feeling demotivated by the numerous subtasks involved in achieving a goal.
Strategies for Managing Overwhelm
Creating a visual representation of tasks through writing everything down helps in prioritizing and breaking down overwhelming tasks into manageable steps. Implementing a time limit or creating a structured playlist can provide a sense of urgency and novelty to otherwise mundane tasks. Recognizing the underlying motivations and seeking external accountability, either through friends or a supportive community, can help in fostering consistency and easing overwhelming feelings.
Importance of Mindset in Overcoming Overwhelm
Mindset plays a crucial role in navigating overwhelm, as shifting from an emotional state to a logical one enables individuals to approach challenges with a problem-solving mindset. By viewing challenges as opportunities for learning and improvement, individuals can empower themselves to take actionable steps forward. Being part of a supportive community that understands the struggles and offers validation can also contribute to a sense of belonging and motivation to address overwhelm effectively.
Welcome to The ADHD Lounge podcast! Whether you're someone with ADHD or a learning disability, or just curious to learn more, come hang out with us in the Lounge! We’re your hosts, Katy Weber & Alex Gilbert.
In this episode, we identify what causes ADHD overwhelm, decision fatigue, and paralysis. We also share some of the strategies we use in our own lives and with our coaching clients, including tools and resources to help them feel more motivated and confident in their progress.
Accountability and support are key, which is why we've created our all-in-one coaching community, complete with regular goal-planning workshops, virtual productivity sessions, regular group coaching sessions, and much more!
To find out more about the coaching community, head to TheADHDLounge.com.