An ADD Case Study: What Does it Mean to "Fail"?Written by ADD Management Coach Jennifer Koretsky
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"What exactly did you fail at?" I asked. "I got a B," he replied. "I put so much work into that test that I should have got an A." For Josh, it was very easy to look at situation and see failure. He wanted an A. He wanted to prove to himself, his parents, and his professor that he could ace this test. And Josh was so busy holding himself up to unrealistic expectations, that he completely missed his successes: 1. He stuck to structure that we created for him. 2. He developed excellent study habits to prepare for test. 3. He got a B! He answered approximately 80% of questions correctly, when just a month ago he wasn't passing class. I pointed this out to Josh and, although he listened, he only half-heartedly agreed. Then, two days ago, I got this email from Josh: "Dear Jen, I got my philosophy test back today and guess what, I got an A-! I thought about what you said and realized that I have been doing really good studying this semester and I am doing better than I ever have. My dad is so excited about my B and A-. Thanks for pointing it out because sometimes its hard to see good stuff." I agree. Sometimes it is hard to see good stuff - whether you're a student, an artist, an office worker, a business owner, or a parent. When that happens, look harder. Even if you "fail," you'll still learn something about yourself or situation you're in. And if you're learning, then you're really not failing, are you...? This story was shared with Josh's permission.
Jennifer Koretsky is a Professional ADD Management Coach who helps adults manage their ADD and move forward in life. She encourages clients to increase self-awareness, focus on strengths and talents, and create realistic action plans. She offers a 90-day intensive skill-building program, workshops, and private coaching. To subscribe to Jennifer’s free email newsletter, The ADD Management Guide, please visit http://www.addmanagement.com/e-newsletter.htm
| | What is Thyax? What does it do for Thyroid Problems?Written by Jamie Ratliff
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thyroxine and stimulate your thyroid. Your thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland in your neck that wraps around windpipe behind and below Adams apple area. The hormone in your body that stimulates thyroid function is called Thyroxine and it is main hormone that is produced in thyroid gland.Men and women are both affected by sluggish thyroids. Women are more often target of this health condition and it is believed that up to 50% of women may have a thyroid problem. Learn more today at Thyax.com
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