January Didn't Go As Planned? Let's Reset With Q1 =2/1
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
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Paula signs off with encouragement for Q1 = 2/1 and a final invitation to keep being awesome.
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Do you want a do-over on the New Year's energy this year? If you found that January somehow got away from you, and your intentions to map out your goals derailed... SAME. I'm right there with you.
Here is the truth: Transitions are incredibly hard for the ADHD brain. Moving from the chaos of the holidays into a high-pressure "New Year" is a massive transition that we often underestimate.
So, I've decided that January was simply my "transition month."
In this bonus episode you will discover:
- Why January feels so hard for ADHD brains
- The "Q1 = 2/1" mindset shift that gives you a fresh start
- How to use the "Word of the Year" as a decision-making anchor
- The "Good, Better, Best" goal framework to keep momentum without perfectionism
One Tiny First Step: If the whole year feels too big right now, just ask yourself: What is one quality I want to cultivate in February? That's it. Start there.
Ready for more support? If you want the accountability to actually stick with your plans this time, I'd love to have you in the January cohort of We're Busy Being Awesome. We kick off right at the start of our new Q1 (Jan 29th)! https://imbusybeingawesome.com/group
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00:00 Introduction and New Year's Reset
00:44 Reflecting on January's Challenges
03:14 Understanding ADHD and Transitions
04:24 Starting Fresh
05:49 Three Ways to Reset
09:13 Why Traditional Systems Fail ADHD Brains
10:05 Support and Coaching
15:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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