How to Overcome ADHD Task Paralysis: Two Shifts No One is Talking About

You know that moment when you need to start something—maybe it’s an email, a project, or just loading the dishwasher—but instead, you’re frozen? Like your brain is spinning in circles, screaming just do it, while your body refuses to cooperate?

That’s ADHD task paralysis, and if you’ve ever been trapped in that stuck feeling, you know how frustrating—no, maddening—it can be.

Everyone talks about breaking tasks down into smaller steps or setting timers. But what if those strategies don’t work for you?

What if the usual advice still leaves you staring at your to-do list like it’s written in an alien language?

In this episode, I’m sharing two game-changing shifts that no one is talking about—two mindset tweaks that can unlock your brain and get you moving without forcing yourself through sheer willpower.

Here’s what you’ll get from today’s episode:

• The real reason your brain locks up—and why it has nothing to do with laziness or lack of motivation
• The two shifts that can help you break free, even when you feel completely stuck
• A practical way to apply these insights right now—so you can start moving, without the shame spiral

By the end of this episode, you won’t just understand your task paralysis—you’ll have the tools to work with your brain instead of fighting against it.

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