Task Paralysis: We discuss how it appears differently in our ADHD brains

In this episode, Ruth and Rachael take a personal look at one of the well-known traits of ADHD/ADD, Task Paralysis.

Our conversation unfolds in true ADHD fashion. It meanders through challenges we face and how we adjust, cope, and manage these traits to date. Here is a loose round-up of our gleanings…

🐝We explore what task paralysis (or ADHD paralysis) is.

• Rachael shares the difficulty of getting started on some tasks, particularly if it's overwhelming or boring.

• Ruth brings up neurasthenics and passes on wisdom around neuro aesthetics shared by Dr. T. Swart (neuroscientist and former Psychiatrist).

🐝We dip into task completion-says it all. Do you have to force yourself over the finish line? Are you happy to abandon a task part way through? Or do you need to persevere to the end (often to your detriment)?

🐝Rachael shares her “two bucket” approach to ‘shiny’ opportunities. Plus some extra tips on overcommitting too soon.

🐝Exhaustion in ADHD women and some of the deeper causes.

• Rachael suggests we start making and keeping promises to ourselves that are achievable, manageable, and energising for us.

• Ruth talks about the benefits of understanding our Ayurvedic body types as a way of supporting ourselves holistic approach to ADHD well-being, interoception, and listening to/working with our bodies.

  
  

📌Links:

ADHD Paralysis Article from the Frida Care Team

Tuning into Your Body episode from Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee

👉We hope you will join us if you are looking for support and community. Please email ⁠Leonie "Ruth"⁠ or ⁠Rachael⁠ if you have discovered you have ADHD/ADD as an adult woman and want to share your story.