Reimagining Productivity with ADHD Making Changes With ADHD
Jul 3, 2024
Discover how understanding the stages of change can supercharge your ADHD management. The discussion highlights the importance of recognizing where you stand in your journey. Learn how to effectively plan for personal development while navigating potential challenges. This insightful conversation offers clarity on what actions to take—or avoid—when striving for enhanced productivity and symptom management.
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Embracing "Not Knowing Yet"
- A mastermind group member uses the phrase "I don't know how to do this yet" to start tasks she doesn't know how to do.
- This mindset reminds her that not knowing something is temporary and learning is possible.
Understanding Change Stages
- Knowing your stage of change clarifies what actions to take or avoid when managing ADHD.
- Most adults with ADHD won't reach the "termination" stage because ongoing effort is necessary to maintain habits.
Pre-Contemplation Stage Dynamics
- Pre-contemplation involves denying ADHD problems due to reluctance, rebellion, resignation, or rationalization.
- Recognizing this stage encourages patience until one is ready to consider change.