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ADHD and Procrastination: Understanding the Cycle and Breaking Free
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ADHD and Procrastination: Understanding the Cycle and Breaking Free
In this episode of Authentically ADHD, we dive deep into the relationship between ADHD and procrastination. For many with ADHD, procrastination isn't just about poor time management—it's a complex cycle rooted in the brain's executive function challenges. We explore how time blindness, distractibility, emotional dysregulation, and dopamine dysregulation contribute to the procrastination loop.
From the initial delay and avoidance to the frantic last-minute rush, we break down the stages of procrastination and how ADHD traits like impulsivity and hyperfocus both complicate the process.
We also uncover the neuroscience behind procrastination, offering a look at how executive function deficits and imbalanced dopamine levels make starting and completing tasks feel like an uphill battle.
Most importantly, we share actionable strategies to break free from the cycle. Learn how to chunk tasks, create structured routines, and use external reminders to regain control. We also highlight the power of rewards, accountability systems, and mindfulness in overcoming procrastination and boosting motivation.
By understanding the ADHD brain's unique wiring, we can take practical steps to manage procrastination and start tackling our goals with greater ease and confidence.
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Manage episode 489989037 series 3473613
ADHD and Procrastination: Understanding the Cycle and Breaking Free
In this episode of Authentically ADHD, we dive deep into the relationship between ADHD and procrastination. For many with ADHD, procrastination isn't just about poor time management—it's a complex cycle rooted in the brain's executive function challenges. We explore how time blindness, distractibility, emotional dysregulation, and dopamine dysregulation contribute to the procrastination loop.
From the initial delay and avoidance to the frantic last-minute rush, we break down the stages of procrastination and how ADHD traits like impulsivity and hyperfocus both complicate the process.
We also uncover the neuroscience behind procrastination, offering a look at how executive function deficits and imbalanced dopamine levels make starting and completing tasks feel like an uphill battle.
Most importantly, we share actionable strategies to break free from the cycle. Learn how to chunk tasks, create structured routines, and use external reminders to regain control. We also highlight the power of rewards, accountability systems, and mindfulness in overcoming procrastination and boosting motivation.
By understanding the ADHD brain's unique wiring, we can take practical steps to manage procrastination and start tackling our goals with greater ease and confidence.
Procrastination Guide: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGpNNJZHfA/XPs2-vJCwam6wFI0dW4z1w/view?utm_content=DAGpNNJZHfA&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h330879e0a9
Follow me:
Linktree:
https://linktr.ee/carmen_irace
Join Focused: https://ihaveadhdllc.ontralink.com/t?orid=29951&opid=1
Get full access to carmen_authenticallyadhd at carmenauthenticallyadhd.substack.com/subscribe
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