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[didosmind04]

How to overcome Executive Dysfunction

Inspired by @vanillaoldie on Tiktok

First of all, who does executive dysfunction affect?

Executive dysfunction primarily affects people with mental illness or people who experienced child abuse.

What is executive dysfunction?

According to Healthline, executive function describes the cognitive skills that allow you to do things like pay attention, stay on task, regulate emotions etc.

People with executive dysfunction have difficulty developing or using any of these skills leading to things like...

Chronic procrastination.

Finding it challenging to get started on tasks.

Having a hard time keeping your space clean and organised.

Finding it difficult to manage time or stick to a schedule.

Finding it challenging to navigate frustration or setbacks.

Having difficulty following directions that involve multiple steps.

Finding it challenging to control impulses and emotions.

Executive dysfunction refers to difficulties developing or using any of these abilities or behaviors (associated with organisation and regulation).

A strategy to overcome Executive Dysfunction is Intrinsic Motivation

When you are intrinsically motivated, you engage in an activity because you enjoy it and get personal satisfaction from doing it.

According to the Self-Determination theory- the 3 basic needs for you to feel intrinsically motivated are the feelings of:

Autonomy: "The feeling of being in charge of your goals and behaviour"; You feel like you can make your own independent decisions.

Competence: "The sufficient ability, judgement, strength or intellect to accomplish a task"; You feel good at your task.

Relatedness: "The sense of social belonging"; You feel like you belong in the place you are executing your task.

How to apply Intrinsic Motivation to reach your goals

We need to overcome the insecurities we have around our autonomy, competence and relatedness.

Example: The goal is to study.

Autonomy-

Instead of thinking about how you need to study in order to pass the class or to not fall behind your classmates think about why you want to study. Remember, it's your mind and your decision.

"I study because I WANT to. I want to learn because I find the subject interesting and you like acquiring knowledge."

Competence-

Instead of thinking about all the work and effort you'll need to put into learning the study material and therefore experiencing task paralysis as a result of feeling incompetent; think about what will happen after you finish studying. View the feeling of competence as the reward for completing the task.

"I'm now smarter as a consequence of studying. The next time I need to study I'll know I am very capable and good at it. "

Relatedness

Instead of dwelling on your student anxiety or imposter syndrome focus on why you belong there in your course.

"I have passed the same exam as everyone to enter the course. I am just as capable and gifted as everyone here. I belong here. My university accepted me for a reason."

Write out your own affirmations as related to the 3 needs of intrinsic motivation when you are experiencing executive dysfunction but want to achieve a goal.

I hope this is helpful and be kind to yourself <333

Dido

Sources:

Healthline

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Mind you business:

Focus on you:

Achieve your own personal goals:

Let others live their own life 🙏

[joanna13]

I wish I had such a commitment to studies.....

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[mydollypop]

Being Logical Won't Help You. Be Delusional Instead. ♡

Have you noticed that children are naturally happier than adults? I used to think that it was some type of chemical or developmental thing. Like, as we age we naturally progress into more solemn, observant, and cynical beings.

But thats not the case. As we age people around us force us to be 'mature' and 'reasonable'. Its no longer acceptable to harbor dream of becoming an astronaut, the prime minister, or the boss of your own multi-billion high fashion company. Not when you yourself are from a middle class family, whose members are all working 'reasonable' jobs. When you were a child it amusing, but now that you're older its simply delusional.

♡

But, honestly, only mediocre people are 'reasonable'. Only the painfully middle class, and the unhappy and the unsatisfied are reasonable. You can't expect yourself to achieve great things if you're thinking rationally. Please remember that big dreams aren't reasonable at all, and thats the singular quality that makes them "big dreams".

The ability to dream big requires a detachment from reality. You're poor, your family is poor, you're uneducated, you don't have the funds, you don't have the food- Forget all that for a moment and indulge in your delusions. To achieve great things and overcome perilous circumstances, you can't become attached to your current reality.

If you're trying to make a better reality for yourself, why focus on the current one? Put your focus ahead, on the reality you want, be delusional for a moment and ask yourself "If I was supposed to go get this, how would I get it?" And then move accordingly.

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Don't think about all the reasons why you wouldn't be able to get there. That will just discourage you, sap your spirit, plunge you into mediocrity. Your problems are only as bad as you think they are. Your obstacles are only as immovable as you make them out to be.

Your mind is the one key factor that plays a role in your success and its completely yours to control. If you don't believe you can be successful you won't be, and if you don't believe you can achieve great things you won't.

Being delusional is a genuine superpower, because reality is shit and if you were supposed to focus on it you wouldn't get anywhere. Focus on what you want instead, indulge in the reality you desire and move towards it.

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Let's use this year to let our actions show up!

[rachelltheartist]

The New Year—2023

Holding myself accountable.

Doing the work.

Giving myself grace.

Giving myself love.

Sharing what I know.

Learning so I’ll grow.

Trying not to control.

Show more kindness to people.

Take help when I need it.

Let the hard feelings go.

Won’t let doubt take control.

Won’t be scared to reach for my goals.

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The year 2022 was an awakening year for me. I’ve had uncomfortable realizations about myself and about others. I believe I have grown so much in this short time and began to truly learn who I am or who I want to be, all the while finally figuring out who I was. For this new chapter I look forward to myself.

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[super-selfpower]

10 Bad Habits that Can Drain Your Focus at Work

It is important to be mindful of the habits that drain your focus. This will help you to maintain a more productive workday and be more productive overall.

Here are 10 habits that can drain your focus if you don't overcome them:

Procrastination: Putting things off until the last minute can lead to stress and a lack of focus on the task at hand.

Multitasking: Trying to do too many things at once can spread your focus thin and make it difficult to complete any one task effectively.

Distractions: External distractions like notifications or an untidy workspace can disrupt your focus.

Lack of sleep: Not getting enough sleep can lead to fatigue, which can make it difficult to focus and be productive.

Lack of breaks: Working for long periods without breaks can lead to burnout and a lack of focus.

Unclear goals: Without specific and achievable goals, it can be hard to focus and stay motivated.

Negative thinking: Negative thoughts can lead to a lack of confidence and a lack of focus on the task at hand.

Poor time management: Not effectively managing your time can lead to feeling overwhelmed and a lack of focus.

Procrastination: Procrastination can be a major obstacle to productivity and focus. When you put off tasks until the last minute, it can create a sense of urgency that can be distracting and make it hard to concentrate on the task at hand. This is because your brain is constantly reminding you of the deadline and the potential consequences of not completing the task on time.

Poor Nutrition: When you don’t consume enough nutrients, your body lacks the fuel it needs to function properly. This can lead to feelings of fatigue, difficulty concentrating and decreased productivity.

By working to overcome these habits, you can improve your focus and productivity.

[travelinglowcarb]

I had another great water workout this morning. 😊💦❣️

I struggled Monday: froze up and went into tremors with cognitive impairment, but luckily was near the edge and able to get myself back out after it passed (I'm shaky & weak & have vertigo after those episodes). 😵‍💫

I was in a pretty harsh crash all week but thought the cool water would help with the muscle fatigue & joint pain. 😬🤦‍♀️

I went to acupuncture Thursday and got a great reset 🙌 and was able to enjoy a good half hour of physical therapy / exercise yesterday and today. 💖

I'm so proud of myself for getting back up and trying again, over and over, and doing what I can - when I can. And also knowing when to rest & recover, which is a lot of trial & error: figuring it out as I go. 🙃

I wanted to go swim early this morning at 830am but I had a whole respiratory flare-up that set me back... but once that passed, I still went. ✨️😁✨️

It's been almost 3 years now, but I'm still hopeful for a full recovery, and doing everything I can to be the happiest healthiest version of myself I can be today (every day) - and for my future self.

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Whatever YOUR "hard" is, keep focusing forward while fully living in the NOW - creating your day and your future with mindful intention. "Choose Yourself" in ways that serve you best, that also allow you to better serve others. 💕 xo

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Getting finer and avoiding letting people see you through the process >>>

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I think, after watching Wednesday, I need to be serious about my study and hobby like her. I mean, look how excellent she is in every different kind of interest she has.