Have to tried any of the free work together websites? You basically stream to other people who are also working and like 30-45 minutes in you talk about what all you feel you’ve gotten done.
Any time there isn't someone hovering nearby expecting me to be doing something specific, my brain automatically switches to "ME TIME!" mode. At which I stare at a screen or other distraction until someone reminds me that there's shit to do.
When I know there won't be anyone around to remind me, I set alarms and hard deadlines to keep me on track. For example, my wife is leaving for the day, but would like the dishes done before she gets home. I'll either knock it out first thing, so I don't have to worry about it, or set an alarm for an hour before she gets back so I know it's time to get moving.
For everyday tasks (especially if nobody else is in the house to point out when they need done) break them up and set a schedule. Monday is vacuuming day, Tuesday is garbage day, Wednesday, water the plants, etc. That should help the "OMG EVERYTHING NEEDS DONE AND I DON'T KNOW WHERE TO START" stress and analysis paralysis, and keep the expectations for yourself consistent and obtainable.
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hoover900@sh.itjust.works · 12 pts · 11d
Have to tried any of the free work together websites? You basically stream to other people who are also working and like 30-45 minutes in you talk about what all you feel you’ve gotten done.
https://adhdcollective.com/adhd-coworking-session-online/
AdelbertProudfoot@piefed.social · 6 pts · 11d
I've never heard of that, but it sounds like it could be useful at least in some cases, I'll try it. Thank you
Rhynoplaz@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 11d
I definitely understand how you feel.
Any time there isn't someone hovering nearby expecting me to be doing something specific, my brain automatically switches to "ME TIME!" mode. At which I stare at a screen or other distraction until someone reminds me that there's shit to do.
When I know there won't be anyone around to remind me, I set alarms and hard deadlines to keep me on track. For example, my wife is leaving for the day, but would like the dishes done before she gets home. I'll either knock it out first thing, so I don't have to worry about it, or set an alarm for an hour before she gets back so I know it's time to get moving.
For everyday tasks (especially if nobody else is in the house to point out when they need done) break them up and set a schedule. Monday is vacuuming day, Tuesday is garbage day, Wednesday, water the plants, etc. That should help the "OMG EVERYTHING NEEDS DONE AND I DON'T KNOW WHERE TO START" stress and analysis paralysis, and keep the expectations for yourself consistent and obtainable.