Hey fellow ADHD brain!
Do you struggle with shifting your focus from one task to another?
How about daily transitions, like breaking out of work-mode so that you can be present for your family at home?
Have you ever stuck with a business idea or hobby for too long due to the fear of feeling like a quitter/failure?
If you have ADHD, I’m sure you have struggled with transitions like these in some capacity.
So what do you do when you feel stuck?
That’s right, Ross! It may be a good time to give yourself permission to pivot!
Pivoting involves recognizing when a task is no longer productive or engaging and shifting to another task that is more appropriate or enjoyable. This can help people with ADHD avoid becoming stuck on unproductive tasks and reduce the frustration and overwhelm that can come with trying to maintain focus on a task that is not well-suited to their strengths or interests.
Recognizing it’s time to pivot
You find that a hobby you’ve previously enjoyed now feels boring. It’s time to pivot! Maybe, try something new or go back to something you enjoy that you haven’t done in a while.
If you’re having a hard time focusing or thinking clearly, it’s time to pivot! It may be time to get up, grab a bite to eat, drink some water, take a nap or do something active to refuel your brain.
You find that the job you once loved is no longer fulfilling, but dreadful. It’s time to pivot! It may be worth assessing other work opportunities, new companies or even new industries to learn that may be more aligned with you and your interests.
Don’t allow yourself to become a prisoner to the things you think you SHOULD be doing. Instead, when your brain or body start to tell you it’s time to pivot, listen to it and acknowledge all of the things you COULD be doing! It might be the most rewarding decision you ever make!
Just this morning, I helped a client of mine think through a decision to pivot away from an idea he had months ago that no longer aligned with him. The sense of relief on his face when he gave himself permission to let the idea go and move on was so awesome to see.
Let me ask you a question I frequently ask my clients! What feels heavy to you right now? Is there anything on your plate that you are scared to let go of or pivot from?
I challenge you to make an intentional pivot at least once this week. It can be something as simple as breaking your hyperfocus from one task to take a sip of water or as difficult as dropping an old hobby that doesn’t align with you anymore in order to free up time to try something new! If you need accountability, share it in the comments so we can cheer you on!
“The only move that matters is your next one.”