For adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), details are a drag. We tend to see big picture and want to jump straight to finish line, wishing we could skip all steps in between. Unfortunately, this perspective often causes us to become overwhelmed when it's time to start a project. We know where we want to end up, but we don't know where to start.The same is true for day-to-day life. Adults with ADD often start day knowing what should ideally get accomplished, but not sure where to begin or how to prioritize. This often leads to stress and guilt, which can spiral into more bad feelings, and less action.
In order to avoid this scenario, adults with ADD can learn to make daily planning a routine.
Here are 3 Easy Steps One Can Take to Develop a Daily Planning Routine
1. Plan Time to Plan Decide on a time of day when you can consistently take 15 minutes to plan. It can be a set time (8:00 PM) or simply "right before bed."
Most adults with ADD find that best time to plan is late in day, when they are more alert. This works easily, as you can plan for following day rather than stressing about it before you go to sleep!