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*** Tips for ADHD Paralysis *** ADHD paralysis is when people with the disorder feel frozen and unable to act. “They know they should do something, but they can’t garner the motivation to do it, even though they know there is going to be a consequence for not doing it.” This is so hard this is to deal with! Logically I know what needs to be done and why but just get overwhelmed and end up doing nothing....often at a high cost. How does ADHD paralysis differ from procrastination? Whereas paralysis is about being stuck and unable to do anything, procrastination is common for those with ADHD as well and is usually about leaving things to the last minute in order to get the motivation to do it.  “For example, say they’re doing a PhD, they might spend 11 months doing the research, and leave all the writing to the very last minute. They’re looking for the last-minute panic or hyperfocus to force them to complete a task.” If you have ADHD or recognise the above in someone, these behaviourial strategies can help: 🔑 Write everything down - Keeping a daily list of obligations, meetings, work tasks and the like can help with remembering things and being organised. Once written down, organise them into different levels of importance. Check back to the list regularly and tick off each completed task.  🔑 Structure and plan in advance for writing tasks - If you structure and plan as much as you can to set the template in advance, then it’s easier to do the research and write into the template. 🔑 Focus on small easy wins and rewards - If you’ve got a big, complex project to complete, divide it up into smaller, more achievable tasks. Write them down, do them in turn and take a break between each one. Reward yourself with a small treat when you complete each one. Be careful not to take on more work than you can manage, as this may lead to stress and more paralysis.  🔑 Enjoy socialising, but schedule regular downtime for decision-making Use that downtime to connect to your intuition when it comes to any decisions.  🔑 Try the Pomodoro technique - This simple technique was invented in Italy in the late 1980s and is transformative for many. Set a timer for 25 minutes, work without being distracted, and then take a five-minute break. Every four Pomodoros take a 15-minute break. You can also use the Pomofocus website.  🔑 Take regular movement breaks - When the brain gets tired, stop what you’re doing and move. Go for a short walk, do 10 jumping jacks, and take a turn around the garden to give your brain a short rest. Do a full workout if you feel like it. Elevating your heart rate can boost dopamine and motivation and relieve stress.  🔑 Try cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) The challenges of ADHD can lead to a lot of negative thinking. CBT that is specially adapted for ADHD can help people reframe those thoughts and cope with emotional dysregulation. More info. in the guide below. #adhd #neurodiversity #diversity #timemanagmenttips #hr #leadership

A new article I've written on the not always spoken about in-between stage when waiting for an Adult ADHD assessment on the NHS. https://lnkd.in/eEnt-aYh #adhd ADHD UK

To those that assume that people with #ADHD are less capable than others… 🤸 Simone Biles became the most decorated American gymnast in history, considered one of the greatest gymnasts of all time. Despite having ADHD. 🏊♂️ Michael Phelps became the most decorated American Olympian swimmer of all time with 28 medals. Despite having ADHD. 🧑🚀 Scott Kelly, a NASA astronaut, conducted multiple spaceflights, including a year-long mission on the International Space Station (ISS) to study long-term effects of space travel on the human body. Despite having ADHD. 👨🍳 Jamie Oliver went on to become a renowned celebrity chef, advocate for healthier eating, aired popular TV shows promoting healthy eating & driving improvement in the quality of meals served in Britain's schools. Despite having ADHD. 🎧 ✈️ 🚀 Richard Branson successfully launched the Virgin Group, spanning countless industries, including music, airlines, and space tourism. His success is attributed to innovation, risk-taking, and a charismatic leadership style. Despite having ADHD. 🎥 Add to that list countless movie stars including Will Smith, Justin Timberlake, Channing Tatum & Emma Watson. Despite all of them having ADHD. 🎤 And the successful musicians including will.i.am, Adam Levine, Avril Lavigne & Solange Knowles. Despite all of them having ADHD. 📖 And the countless Authors! For others, their achievements may be more modest like… 🏬 Those who have set up their own businesses. 🏢 Those who have managed to keep down steady jobs despite finding it naturally more difficult to stay on track. 👨🎓 Those have made it through university despite the challenges that come with learning. 🏡 Those who have managed to buy their own homes despite being naturally impulsive with money. 💪 Others have just survived despite statistically being 5 times more likely to commit suicide than those without ADHD. To those that assume that people with ADHD are less capable than others… Don’t.

Wanna give your neurodivergent colleagues the warm fuzzies? Loudly implement and ask for: - Agendas for all meetings - Meeting-free time blocks for deep thinking - Instructions in both written and verbal form - Time to process before agreeing to a decision Take some of the burden of self-advocacy off our shoulders And *bonus* see how much these practices also help you! #NeurodiversityAtWork #ActuallyAutistic #adhd #neurodiversity #dei 

What if you could get rid of this vicious cycle? check out this article for some tips and tricks on how to do that. #perfectionism #procrastination #braincoach #personaldevelopment

ATTENTION ALL CREATIVES!! 🎨 Ever wondered about what's happening inside your brain that allows you to create innovative and unique outputs? Why is ADHD associated with out-the-box creativity and thinking? 🌱ADHD brain's distinct wiring—often characterized by hyperfocus, divergent thinking, and an insatiable curiosity—provides a fertile ground for creativity. 📖 One of the hallmarks of creativity is divergent thinking - the ability to think in multiple directions and come up with various innovative solutions to a problem. 🧠 The link between Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and creativity is a fascinating area of study that highlights the complexity and adaptability of the human brain. 🌈 By exploring the specific brain regions activated in the ADHD mind, we gain an insight into the neurological underpinnings that foster innovative thinking and problem-solving abilities. Follow me on LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/eWWN3hBp #adhd #creativity #innovation #divegenthinking #adhdstrenghts #neurodiversity #neuroscience #outtheboxthinking #curiousity #solutions #problemsolving #futureofwork #neurodivergence #neurodiversityinbusiness