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EP. 12: Our Obsession With Efficiency - Why ADHD Brains Need Sustainability Over Speed | ADHD with Jenna Free

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You can get your free ADHD Regulation Guide here - adhdwithjennafree.com/adhdguide

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Efficiency in ADHD 08:13 The Cycle of Survival Mode and Efficiency 14:50 Shifting from Efficiency to Sustainability 27:11 Rethinking Rushing and Efficiency

Summary

In this episode, I discuss the concept of ADHDers obsession with efficiency. I explore how the obsession with efficiency can lead to feelings of guilt, shame, and frustration, particularly when in survival mode. We are talking about the importance of shifting focus from efficiency to sustainability, advocating for a more regulated approach to tasks that allows for gradual progress rather than perfectionism.

Takeaways

  • ADHDers often obsess over efficiency, which can be counterproductive.
  • Perfectionism about efficiency can hinder action.
  • Survival mode creates a cycle of start-stop behavior.
  • Focusing on sustainability is more beneficial than efficiency.
  • Life is long; we should aim for gradual progress.
  • Small actions matter but we often devalue them.

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Content provided by Jenna Free. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Jenna Free or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

You can get your free ADHD Regulation Guide here - adhdwithjennafree.com/adhdguide

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Efficiency in ADHD 08:13 The Cycle of Survival Mode and Efficiency 14:50 Shifting from Efficiency to Sustainability 27:11 Rethinking Rushing and Efficiency

Summary

In this episode, I discuss the concept of ADHDers obsession with efficiency. I explore how the obsession with efficiency can lead to feelings of guilt, shame, and frustration, particularly when in survival mode. We are talking about the importance of shifting focus from efficiency to sustainability, advocating for a more regulated approach to tasks that allows for gradual progress rather than perfectionism.

Takeaways

  • ADHDers often obsess over efficiency, which can be counterproductive.
  • Perfectionism about efficiency can hinder action.
  • Survival mode creates a cycle of start-stop behavior.
  • Focusing on sustainability is more beneficial than efficiency.
  • Life is long; we should aim for gradual progress.
  • Small actions matter but we often devalue them.

Connect with Jenna

  continue reading

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