Jun 14
Is there something that’s hanging out there, that you really want to accomplish but you JUST. CAN’T. START? Then this is the podcast for you. Short, simple and fun. If you keep it light and easy, it’ll work every time!😂
Tracy shares:
Why forcing ourselves to do mundane tasks doesn’t work
The real question to ask ourselves that helps us get things done
Why do our ADHD brains struggle to get through boring, predictable, mundane tasks
What three things must an ADHD strategy employ for us to successfully get a boring, predictable task done?
What generates positive emotion?
Why deadlines don’t work over time?
How light and easy can work every time!
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Quotes:
"Those of us with ADHD brains are great in situations that are unpredictable, and novel but often terrible at anything that is predictable and routine."
- Tracy Otsuka
"In order to get things done, your strategy has to be simple, include a system or structure, and generate positive emotion."
- Tracy Otsuka
"We don’t have Nike (“Just Do It!”) kinds of brains."
- Tracy Otsuka
"Those of us with ADHD brains are great in situations that are unpredictable, and novel but often terrible at anything that is predictable and routine."
- Tracy Otsuka
"In order to get things done, your strategy has to be simple, include a system or structure, and generate positive emotion."
- Tracy Otsuka
"We don’t have Nike (“Just Do It!”) kinds of brains."
- Tracy Otsuka
[00:00 - 7:21] ADHD Struggles with Daily Tasks
[7:21 - 10:12] ADHD Brains and Predictability
- Tracy discusses ADHD in women, sharing her own experiences and strategies for success.
- Tracy discusses the challenges of ADHD brains in completing everyday tasks and how the word "force" used by a student inspired a realization about the importance of making tasks simple and enjoyable.
- Tracy aims to make the podcast short and easy to understand, with a focus on delivering a simple message to help listeners take action.
[7:21 - 10:12] ADHD Brains and Predictability
- Tracy shares that kids with ADHD perform worse in predictable tasks but better in unpredictable ones.
- Tracy shares that brains disengage without novelty, leading to mistakes and boredom.
- Tracy shares that a simple structure, fun, interest, novelty, and deadlines boost dopamine and productivity.
[10:12 - 13:54] Self-Talk and Positive Affirmations
- Cecilia simplified her storage space project by breaking it down into small tasks, focusing on feeling good with each accomplishment.
- Tracy reflects on her inner dialogue, sharing that she often talks to herself in a softer, more positive manner than she would speak to others.
- Frank Sinatra croons about falling in love on the road to romance, urging caution in rushing.
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EPISODE #137
