With ADHD, the words we use significantly impact our productivity. I explain four powerful language strategies that can transform how effectively we complete tasks.
• Name tasks from the perspective of the final step (e.g., "send newsletter" instead of "write newsletter"), so you know when you're really done.
• List specific components of complex activities to set yourself up for success.
• Reframe boring tasks using gratitude language to shift your attitude and increase energy
• Use verbal rewards to leverage the ADHD brain's love of reinforcement and increase motivation
• Replace negative self-talk with reminders of your capabilities and past successes to increase your confidence to attempt tasks and stick with them.
If you want support using strategies like these, contact me or another ADHD coach or check out an ADHD support group. Your time is valuable, so I hope you found this useful and that you'll like, follow, subscribe, let us know how you're doing in the comments and come back next Tuesday. In the meantime, go get some stuff done!
