Hi Zafra,

This is one of those “if I had $1” topics for most of us ADD Coaches who work with adults!  Not to minimize it (at all!), it’s something I hear other adutls with ADD complain about daily.  Literally!  You are definitely not alone.

As a Coach, I would do some excavation into why the “action” items you want/need to do are improtant to you, in terms of how they align with your values and the “bigger picture” of who you are and who you want to be.  Many times, if we do the work into the “who” of the action items, it because easier to get into action on them.  If you’re not working with a coach right now, it may be helpful for you to spend some time thinking or journalling about how these action items relate to what’s really important to you (maybe how they tie into your relationship with your husband and the bigger “why” of why you have the business,etc.  (That’s a total shot in the dark just from your brief mention of hiim and the business in the post.  I could be WAY off base there, but I hope that sparks something you can work with!)

Of course we can’t stop there, because every single one of us with ADD (myself included) struggle with follow-through from time to time.  A coach will help you figure out ways to accomplish those tasks in ways that work with your natural strengths, work styles, etc.  Figuring out what works for you in other areas and how to apply those things/principals to the areas of struggle is where we go next.

Then, we make an action plan and set up some supports around the action plan, such as check-ins, accountability, etc.

I don’t know if that helps at all, but you are definitely NOT alone in your struggle here and although it may be “mental” in nature, that doesn’t mean it’s simply a matter of bucking up or “pulling up your big girl pants” so to speak!  If only it were that easy, none of us would struggle!

Hope that helps!

Lynne Edris, ACG
Life & ADD Coach
http://www.CoachingADDvantages.com

Good Day Zafra;

I am sending this email to all those with ADHD and are looking for direction and assistance in pursing their vocation in what ever manner that might be in.

Thanks for stepping out to reach out for tips.  That is a good start it says you are willing to be open to hear other ideas from others on the internet. 

Its like shopping your going from one shop to another to see which ones fits your life style or resinates your inner spirit.

I can relate to your issues also because I have ADHD and are in the middle of rediscovering myself so it opens doors to my passion.  I too have problems with carrying out and following thru in getting things completed.  I have found a mentor women networking group in my area.  Maybe you could start finding one in your area.  The other discovery I found was a Business Coach who has on her site a section “BEING SUCCESSFUL WITH ADHD SUPPORT PAGE”  HERE IS HER CONNECTION SHE IS IN THE STATES.

Audrey Seymour MA PCC
Visions Into Form��� Business and Leadership Coaching
Teaching Staff, True Purpose Institute
http://www.visionsintoform.com
415.488.4998

I LIVE IN CANADA ZAFRA so reaching out to both sides of the countries has benefited me.

The other site I have found helpful is http://www.panachedesai.com  his Divine gifts help me break free of the ADHD obstacles that held me trapped from moving forward.  I said I loved my ADHD with my hands folding across my heart and say out loud with meaning I LOVE MY ADHD, IT might lift OR EASE UP for you too.  You are perfect just like you are let the divine work thru you.  I don’t mean a religion but a higher level of VIBRATION OF LOVE AND LIGHT.

May the angels of higher vibration open your doors to be able to pursue your dreams and be able to protect and keep your HOUSE from being taken away from you.

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Its a great business in being able to bring in extra $.
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Rhonda

ADDitude expert Beth Main has posted a great reply to this question here: Never Enough Time: Following Through on Plans

You are definitely not alone! In the past several months I have become frighteningly aware of how much I must have been compensating in the past. In August I started a new high level job that brought out my ADD (procrastination, perfectionism, disorganization, etc.) very abrubtly. My self-esteem and self-confidence has taken a nose dive.

I have decided on a few steps to help me out of this mess. One, I finally got back on medication after being off since last April. Adderall and Fluoxetine. Two, I have found a great psycho-therapist that is helping me understand that just because I’m having trouble, or making mistakes, it is not because I’m stupid or have no value, and the most recent step that is looking to be very hopeful is I have signed up with a Career/life coach specializing with ADD. I’m only in for a couple of sessions right now, but already feel a boost!

I have the same issue with intention and execution. I was planning to do my taxes today. I got to the computer, opened my email, and there was this message about a gardening website I just joined yesterday. My taxes didn’t get done, but I picked up the vegetables that grow best in my backyard. Also, I had this great idea about key relationships for a product that I am planning to market, and I made a few appointments, but the taxes are still not done, and the deadline is coming. I am also in Canada. It is nice to exchange ideas with people of both sides of the border.

I have the same issue with intention and execution. I was planning to do my taxes today. I got to the computer, opened my email, and there was this message about a gardening website I just joined yesterday. My taxes didn’t get done, but I picked up the vegetables that grow best in my backyard. Also, I had this great idea about key relationships for a product that I am planning to market, and I made a few appointments, but the taxes are still not done, and the deadline is coming. I am also in Canada. It is nice to exchange ideas with people of both sides of the border.