You can be highly motivated and still struggle to begin. The advice to “just start” ignores the many factors required to initiate action.
Motivation Is Not Enough
Even if you’re highly motivated, you might still struggle to take action. You’re not broken. Here’s why motivation isn’t enough for the heavy lift of getting started.
This Show Biz Rule Is Key to Creating Consistency
The problem of task initiation for people with ADHD comes with a corollary: the problem of stopping once you get going. This can lead to a crash that makes consistency a challenge. A popular show business rule can help.
3 Tips to Start a Task When You’re Struggling to Get Started
If you’ve ever struggled to start a task and received the advice to “just get started”, then you know how infuriating and shaming it can be. Here is the guide you need to get started when you’re struggling to start.
3 Proven Strategies to Start a Task When You’re Stalling
A little bit of delay getting started on a task can be normal, especially for neurodivergent people. But if you find yourself excessively stalling, it’s time for an intervention. Here are 3 proven strategies that can help you stop stalling and finally get started.