Overcoming Distractions-Thriving with ADHD, ADD

In this episode we are talking about managing distractions with the help of willpower. While many adults with ADHD may be put off by the concept of willpower, building that willpower muscle can be an effective strategy for thriving with adult ADHD. Back on the podcast is Giovanni Dienstmann, a sought-after meditation teacher and author of the books Practical Meditation, Mindful Self-Discipline, and ..Wise Confidence. Giovanni and Dave discuss the following on this episode of Overcoming Distractions. ·         Giovanni provides a well thought out definition of willpower and how it affects our lives. ·         He discusses why willpower must be a daily habit and how we build upon it, much like building muscle. ·         Dave and Giovanni discuss why distractions are another form of seeking energy. ·         How decision fatigue and willpower are connected and how increasing willpower can reduce decision fatigue. Giovanni goes through a simple framework for improving willpower in our ADHD lives. That includes working on our environment and working on ourselves. That includes both mental and physical environment. Working environment adjustments can include minimizing any type of electronic notifications such as your phone. Website blockers if necessary and decluttering your environment. And Giovanni discusses a process for slowing down and building effective intentions to help build  willpower. You can find Giovanni's books and his app here. https://www.mindfulselfdiscipline.com/ **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min  

Dave continues his on air checklist of distractions many adults with ADHD face. This is Part 2 and Dave discusses some not so obvious Distractions that enter our lives quite frequently. When we think of Distractions we think of the usual suspects including office noise, doom scrolling on social media and shiny objects. But there are many pieces of our day that when you come right down to it, end up being distracting. And maybe more so than the general distractions we always think about. This podcast, once again, is meant to get you thinking and to see if any of these Distractions David discusses are affecting you in your work and home. **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min  

We're talking about distractions in this podcast. And if you can't name them, then you can't deal with them. If you are a busy adult with ADHD, distractions are coming at you all day long. You're distracted at home, and distractions are most likely entering your professional life in some way. But the only way we can conquer our distractions is by self-awareness and owning them. Only then can we work towards minimizing distractions as adults with ADHD. This podcast is meant just to give you a brief checklist of some of the main distractions you know you're dealing with already. Dave wants to get you thinking about how you can minimize distractions. So if you have forgotten what's distracting you, let Dave remind you in this two-part podcast. **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min  

This podcast discusses the difference between procrastination and strategic delay, emphasizing the negative impacts of procrastination on job performance and stress levels. Strategies for minimizing procrastination and breaking down tasks are explored, along with the power of strategic delay in managing tasks and avoiding unnecessary stress.

The podcast discusses the importance of clarity and control for adults with ADHD. It explores how lack of clarity can lead to procrastination and the negative consequences of not seeking clarity in different areas of life. The podcast also provides strategies for achieving clarity, taking control, and managing tasks in order to thrive with ADHD.

If you are an adult with ADHD, this conversation is built just for you. Whether you are a CEO, busy executive, business owner with ADHD or are juggling life and professional responsibilities, you'll learn a lot about being an adult with ADHD in this conversation. Kathleen Nadeau, PhD is the Founder the Chesapeake Center and the author of Still Distracted After All These Years: Help and Support for Older Adults with ADHD. In this conversation you'll get a snapshot of what it's like to be a busy adult with ADHD and get some great tips for thriving in both business and home life. First, Dr. Nadeau discusses why she wrote this book. While we see a lot out there in the world about children with ADHD, as you well know, ADHD impacts adults as well. Dr. Nadeau discusses how ADHD impacts almost every aspect of our lives including sleep, work, distractions, overcommitting and much more. Dave and Dr. Nadeau discuss why one of the most impactful and basic ways you can thrive with adult ADHD is have the proper support and structure in place. Having a mindset of taking control while having the proper support can go a long way in reducing the chaos of ADHD. Dr. Nadeau discusses the importance of having brain healthy habits including research into diets and she talks about some of the basics of building an ADHD friendly environment. How do adults with ADHD develop a mindset of taking control? Learn more about the Chesapeake center and find Dr. Nadeau’s book here. https://thechesapeakecenter.com/ **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min  

In this short episode, Dave runs through some of the lessons learned from people who have experienced burnout. While it is a harsh way to learn lessons about life and gain some self-awareness, many people who have experience burnout have learned how to understand thier capacity, manage time more effectively, learn to communicate their needs and more. In Dave's book Overcoming Burnout, real people share these lessons from their own time feeling burned out. **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min  

This is Part 2 of Dave's conversation with coach Diann Wingert about how adults with ADHD can understand the Four Tendencies, authored by Gretchen Rubin. Diann makes it clear, as she did in part one of this discussion, that understanding the four tendencies, whether in ourselves or others, is all about expectations. She also discusses with Dave the importance of understanding “it depends.” Every adult with ADHD has different wants and needs and their particular life and career circumstances. That's why when understanding someone's tendency, we also need to preface it by “it depends.” Dave and Diann also discussed understanding your tendency and possibly the tendency of others you may be working with including direct supervision, that this can guide you to the right career or job. And in the case of adults with ADHD who have gone on to work for themselves and explored entrepreneurship, many understand these tendencies and it has enabled them to choose who they work with including the type of clients they serve. Diann tells listeners that if you want to understand how to work with different tendencies and personalities, you need to understand that it's not about you in their behaviors. People may behave a certain way but it's a result of their tendencies. Check out Diann Wingert's Four Tendencies guide here. https://www.diannwingertcoaching.com/the-four-tendencies-guide **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min    

Discover the basics of managing adult ADHD as a busy professional, including the significance of structured routines and prioritizing tasks. Overcome feeling overwhelmed by creating a top three priority list and utilizing timers and calendars. Learn about the importance of time management, mindfulness, and a healthy lifestyle. Explore building clarity in daily tasks and practicing self-compassion for managing ADHD.

This week, Dave has brought back Diann Wingert, therapist turned coach. Diann discusses the concept of the four tendencies, a philosophy by author Gretchen Rubin. Dave and Diann discuss how adults with ADHD can relate to these four tendencies and how you might find yourself in one or more of these. Diann points out that this is not a personality assessment; it is more of a way to understand the characteristics of ourselves and others. And by doing so, we learn more about ourselves and how to work better with other people, especially in the workplace. The four tendencies are: The upholders. The questioners. Obligors. Rebels. Diann goes through the basic characteristics of each one of these tendencies. Dave and Diann discuss how adults with ADHD can fall into these categories and how we can see ourselves in our personal and professional lives. Diann and Dave also discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each tendency. This is part one of a two-part podcast series about how adults with ADHD can relate to the four tendencies. Check out Diann Wingert's Four Tendencies guide here. https://www.diannwingertcoaching.com/the-four-tendencies-guide **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min