I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD Episode 288: How To Master ADHD Goal Setting by Energy Type
Feb 3, 2025
Discover how to align your goals with your natural energy rhythms. Explore the differences between 'workhorse' and 'thoroughbred' energy types for more effective goal setting. Gain practical tools for sustainable goal-setting and recovery. Uncover strategies that honor your unique productivity style while enhancing your routines. Learn tips for project management that cater to your energy patterns, transforming the way you approach tasks.
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Workhorse Vs Thoroughbred Energy
- People tend to operate either as steady 'workhorses' or bursty 'thoroughbreds' in how they manage energy and tasks.
- Identifying your energy type lets you design goal systems that fit your natural rhythm.
Use Micro Sessions For Steady Progress
- Structure workhorse goals around small, consistent daily steps rather than marathon sessions.
- Use short, recurring timeblocks (e.g., 30 minutes) to make progress inevitable.
Celebrate Progress With Visual Trackers
- Track habits visually to celebrate the compounding effect of persistence and maintain momentum.
- Check off a habit tracker regularly to get motivating visual feedback on steady progress.