ADHD with JIM LIVINGSTONE
Hello, and Welcome
G’day,
I struggled with undiagnosed ADHD for forty-six years, feeling like I didn’t fit in anywhere.
Since my ADHD diagnosis, I have spent the past twenty-six years reading, researching and testing every aspect of adult ADHD with the desire to become the very best version of myself.
Here are a few things I’ve learned along the way….
ADHD and OVERLOADED
The creative ability of our ADHD brain is both a massive benefit and a challenge to manage and control.
Your need for dopamine creates a constant pattern of seeking new ideas and opportunities that can overload your capacity to actually execute the plans you made yesterday, last week or last month. It’s like you are always trying to hit a moving target.
If you feel like you are running in circles, it might be time to stop interrupting yourself with new information or opportunities.
Every time you add new information, your brain has to start all over again to reprogram, recalculate and redefine what courses of action are needed to achieve the desired outcome.
There is a lot of thinking but little action. If you have a habit loop like this, you are making life harder than it needs to be.
You need to stop the input and deliver the output.
Stop interrupting yourself with more information.
Execute ONE plan of action to completion.
Knowledge without action is just untested information.
10 – 30 – 100 Day Challenge.
Todays Challenge:
10 Empowering Optimistic Questions
Asking empowering questions can significantly contribute to building optimism because these questions focus on solutions, positive outcomes, and personal growth
1. What am I grateful for in this moment?
2. What can I learn from this situation?
3. What positive qualities do I possess that can help me overcome this challenge?
4. How can I reframe negative thoughts into more positive and empowering ones?
5. What steps can I take to move closer to my goals?
6. How can I practice self-love and self-care in this moment?
7. What is within my control, and what can I let go of?
8. How can I show compassion and understanding towards myself and others?
9. How can I nourish my mind, body, and soul today?
10. What boundaries can I set to protect my mental well-being?
link to 10/30/100 day challenge pdf
Free Book Notes.
Master Your Emotions_ A Practical Guide to Overcome Negativity and Better Manage Your Feelings (Mast-Notebook.pdf)
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Use your late ADHD diagnosis as a life-changing New Beginning, and Stop punishing yourself mentally and emotionally. Remove any feelings of shame or embarrassment. You’re capable, worthy and deserving.
Stop Feeling Overstimulated or Overwhelmed.
Become more organised and proactive rather than reactive.
Go from feeling confused or frustrated to relief and self-acceptance.
Quiet your inner critic, switch off when needed, and give yourself a break.
Get your emotions under control and develop mental and emotional resilience.
It’s time to drop the Mask and be your best authentic self. Find the positives in your unique neurodiversity.
You’re capable, worthy and deserving just as you are. Forge a new path to capitalise on your ADHD strengths and skills.
ADHD TRAITS
High energy or no energy. Like a light switch, energy is either ON or OFF.
Weekly Tip
Make time to recharge and practise self-care.
Schedule a simple, restful day or time block.
Brain dump to de-clutter your mind.
No social media for 6 hours.
Try some deep breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, or guided meditation.
Read an inspiring book or watch an uplifting story.
Explore nature.
Do Different.
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If you’ve got a second, I would love to hear your thoughts and comments. jim@personaladhdtraining.com I reply to every email.
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