Smart ADHD Podcast Procrastination and Motivation: Breaking the Cycle
Have you ever wondered why procrastination seems to have a mind of its own when you have ADHD?
How can you tap into your natural motivation and break the cycle of delay?
What practical strategies can help turn overwhelming tasks into manageable steps?
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In this episode, we tackle these burning questions with the help of Jonathan Hassall, an ADHD and executive function coach. Jonathan shares his expertise on overcoming procrastination and enhancing motivation for those of us living with ADHD. He introduces practical strategies to make tasks feel more achievable and less daunting, while also exploring the concept of 'organic calendaring' to revolutionise how we manage our time.
🎙️ In this episode:
00:00 Understanding ADHD and Time Blindness
00:53 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
03:00 Procrastination and Motivation in ADHD
06:36 The Illusion of Motivation
14:31 Effective Use of Calendars
20:25 The CIMAA Model for Task Management
26:42 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Resources:
Jonathan's Talk: The Illusion of Motivation (YouTube)
Jonathan's Book: Decoding Doing: ADHD Solutions for Procrastination
🕺More about Jonathan Hassall.
Jonathan is an ADHD & Executive Function Coach and director of Connect ADHD Coaching, providing services internationally from Brisbane, Australia. His background includes psychiatric services and as Scientific Advisor for ADHD in the pharmaceutical industry. Jonathan trained as an ADHD coach through the US and offers individual and group programs for people with ADHD. He is a regular speaker at national ADHD meetings in Australia and the US. He has previously held roles as a board member of ADHD Australia and ADDA. He also co-authored “Decoding Doing - Solving ADHD & Procrastination” in 2023. His current practice focuses on working with Adults and Couples with ADHD. His approach includes the translation of relevant executive function theory to facilitate individuals with ADHD finding and embracing their “neuro-native” state supporting adaptation and realisation of potential.
Connect with Jonathan:
Website: https://www.connectadhd.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@connectadhdcoaching3658
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jonathanhassallcac
What’s your biggest challenge in navigating ADHD as a smart creative? Share your thoughts in the comments section below, and don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review!
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🎤 About the Smart ADHD Podcast
The Smart ADHD Podcast is for smart creatives, entrepreneurs, and business owners who are navigating life with ADHD. We celebrate unique brilliance, whether we’re intelligent, exceptionally talented, or both. I interview experts to uncover the real story of ADHD for smart creatives, busting myths and discovering effective strategies to improve our lives, unleash our creativity, and grow.
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🕺More about Ian Anderson Gray
I am the host of The Smart ADHD Podcast and a live-streaming video coach and consultant. I help business owners and entrepreneurs broadcast live confidently, communicate better, and set up the right gear and tools. I run Seriously Social, a business aimed at helping others be more productive and level up their impact online. I’m also a professional singer, web developer, and an international speaker. I live near Manchester in the UK with my family.
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