Reimagining Productivity with ADHD

DESCRIPTION: Frustrated when you don’t follow through? Find out why your primary ADHD challenge is one of performance, not knowledge and what you can do about it. KEY TAKEAWAYS: ADHD adults may not execute even when they know what they need to do and even how to do it. Shame, if not addressed, can further exacerbate the lack of follow through for ADHD adults. Simple is not the same as easy. ADHD adults may not perform when they want to because of challenges with the executive functions needed to execute. There are workarounds ADHD adults can use to address these challenges to follow through more often. RESOURCES: Articles/Podcasts: How to Become Shame Resilient When You Have ADHD Feel Like Your Emotions Are in Charge Not... The post Curious Why ADHD Adults Know What to Do But Still Don’t Follow Through? appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Your ADHD may make it harder to listen. But, if you want to do better, to improve your relationships and productivity, you can. Here’s how. KEY TAKEAWAYS: ADHD symptoms can make it hard to listen. ADHD adults might want to upgrade their listening skills to improve relationships, productivity or for some other reason. Preparing for the conversation can help you listen better in the conversation. Taking notes during the conversation can also help you listen. Checking in with the speaker can help you stay engaged and listen better, too. Another way to stay engaged and listen better is to be curious. Deferring your response to another conversation can make it easier to listen, as well. RESOURCES: BOOK: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People... The post ADHD Adults Need to Use These 5 Strategies to Listen Better appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: If the rules you are following right now are getting in the way of creating the type of ADHD-compatible life you envision you can change that. And you’ll want to if you want to live a life that’s in alignment with your values and allows you to more easily reach your goals. Here’s how to do that. KEY TAKEAWAYS: We all have internalized subconscious rules we follow. Some of these rules are helpful. However, some rules you learned along the way, which may have been helpful earlier, may no longer serve you. To work well with your ADHD, you’ll want to be aware of your rules. And keep those that help you, and drop those that don’t. You can do this by learning strategies... The post Are You Ready to Create an ADHD Compatible Life Free of Shoulds? appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: It’s true that ADHD adults can be more susceptible to feeling rejected and feel the rejection more intensely. But there are proven strategies to work with these feelings to reduce the intensity and times you feel rejected. Listen to see how you can do this. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Feelings of rejection can be stronger for ADHD adults. Some ADHD adults may have Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria and need medication to treat this condition. ADHD adults not suffering from RSD can work on shifting their mindset to manage their sensitivity to rejection. It is also necessary to consider any comorbid conditions in designing a treatment plan. Some may find it helpful to work with a therapist or ADHD coach to address their rejection sensitivity. RESOURCES: Article: New... The post Can ADHD Adults Really Become Less Susceptible to Feeling Rejected? appeared first on Marla Cummins.

This discussion highlights the power of recognizing personal strengths over weaknesses, especially for those with ADHD. Emphasizing the importance of self-reflection, it explores how focusing on talents can lead to greater success and fulfillment. Through compelling stories, like that of Rudy Rudinger, listeners are encouraged to align their goals with their innate skills, leading to a more productive and less stressful life. The message is clear: harness your strengths for personal growth and achievement!

Memory challenges can be a common hurdle for adults with ADHD, but they don't have to hold you back. Discover practical strategies to enhance both working and long-term memory. Learn how organizational tools can simplify daily tasks. Embrace self-compassion and acceptance as essential components of managing these challenges. Empower yourself with confidence to navigate through memory issues effectively.

Self-compassion is essential for effectively managing ADHD. It helps in confronting emotions and enhances emotional regulation. The podcast discusses the difference between self-compassion and self-pity, emphasizing kindness toward oneself when facing mistakes. Listeners are encouraged to acknowledge shared suffering and embrace their imperfections, reinforcing that everyone makes mistakes. Practical strategies are shared to nurture a more compassionate mindset.

DESCRIPTION: While you may resist structure, you also know structure is helpful to follow through on what’s important to you in alignment with your values, right? Using a calendar consistently is critical for ADHD adults to execute well. I bet you already knew this. But you may not be using your calendar effectively. Using these six tips will help you use your calendar better and reduce your stress and overwhelm. KEY TAKEAWAYS: A calendar is a must-have tool for ADHD adults. It is the hard landscape of your life. Only time and date sensitive events should go in your calendar. Consider what will help you follow through on your intentions when you put something in your calendar. You want to be in control of your... The post ADHD Adults Who Use These 6 Calendar Techniques Are Less Stressed appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Anger is not a bad thing. But, if you are an ADHD adult your anger may last longer, being more intense and get in the way of having the kind of personal professional relationships you want. Learn how to express your anger in a way that works for you. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Anger is not bad. It is a message you are in emotional pain. Learn techniques to help you interpret your anger, the emotional pain. Adopt techniques to both be proactive in minimizing the possibility of your anger erupting and managing it in the moment. Discover how to reflect on your anger and decide what to do with it. See how you can undo your frustration habit. RESOURCES: Book: Loving What Is: Four Questions... The post Here’s How to Stop Your ADHD Anger From Ruining Your Relationships appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Learn how ADHD adults benefit from accountability partnerships in order to follow through on what’s important to them and feel good about it!   KEY TAKEAWAYS: ADHD adults may resist accountability because of their history with this concept. The right kind of accountability — curious accountability — can feel affirming, though. Accountability partners can help ADHD adults follow through with their intentions. Attention to the  design of the accountability partnership is important to get the most benefit from it. Resources: Articles: How to Move On Successfully After Making a Mistake How to Become Shame Resilient When You Have ADHD Support: Focusmate TRANSCRIPT: 00:00: Accountability. Just hearing the word might give you the heebie jeebies. I know. But what you may not know is the... The post How Thriving ADHD Adults Create Successful Accountability Partnerships appeared first on Marla Cummins.