i want to do things for me
Revenge bedtime procrastination is delaying sleep in order to catch up with having “me” time. It’s a way to reclaim time after a busy or stressful day.
yet I'm tired...
It might seem awesome, right? But delaying sleep can make many things much worse, including ADHD symptoms. Not to mention that we might be more tired in late nights, so doing the things we actually want to do might not be possible.Â
Lack of sleep
Not having enough sleep can impact ADHD symptoms:
- Attention and Focus: Worsened ability to concentrate and sustain attention.
- Impulsivity and Hyperactivity: Increased impulsivity and restlessness.
- Emotional Regulation: Heightened emotional reactivity and difficulty managing stress.
- Executive Functioning: Impaired planning, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Memory and Learning: Reduced memory and learning ability.
identify stressors
🤯 Identify daily stressors
What causes stress and worries during the day?
If you could choose one thing, what would it be?
What is one small step that you can take towards solving this stressor?
reconnect with self
💖 Reconnect with yourself
Where do you feel stuck in life?
Where do you need more freedom and expression?
What activities allow you to be more yourself?
What do you like to do?
How could you make time for this during the day?
journal
💬 Write down the stressful thoughts
Journalling can be incredibly helpful when it comes to identifying intrusive thoughts and releasing stuck emotions.
Overwhelm workbook
It’s important to recognize the signs of overwhelm and take proactive steps to manage stress, prioritize self-care, and seek support when needed.
You can also learn more about ADHD & overwhelm in this workbook.
ADHD COACHING CAN HELP!
ADHD coaching can be instrumental in helping ADHD’ers with various challenges:
- Goal setting
- Accountability
- Understanding strengths and values
- Building structures
- Self-awareness
- Skill building
- Stress management
- Building self-trust
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