Are you a perfectionist? If you are, are you aware of the impact it is having on your life? Stumped by either of these questions? Before reading on check out Part 1 about the cost of perfectionism to find out what it means to be a perfectionist and how it may affect you. Then, if you decide you have perfectionist tendencies and it concerns you, you can decide whether you are ready to do anything… Continue reading…
The Cost of Perfectionism When You Have ADHD
There are many points of view when it comes to perfectionism. So, let’s start with a definition to make sure we are all on the same page. A perfectionist is someone who is unyielding in their pursuit of unrealistically high standards. It is not about getting 100%, being perfect. Because, really, who can achieve that, right? But now you may be wondering, “How do I know if my standards are unrealistically high?” Good question…. Continue reading…
When Planning Is Overrated for Adults with ADHD
I’m not going to tell you planning is not important. After all, I help people both plan and learn the skills needed to plan. But too much planning can definitely get in your way, and sometimes it makes sense to just start. Now you are wondering, “When is planning too much? When should I plan and when is it better to just dig in?” Of course, there are no hard and fast answers. But the… Continue reading…