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- A Simple Strategy for Managing ADD - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2007 from Jennifer KoretskyAs an ADD Coach, I usually begin my conversations with new and potential clients by saying, “Tell me about yourself and why you’re looking for coaching.” Most people answer with a long list of their ADD challenges. Very few people answer that they are looking to discover, enhance, or ...
Views: 1157 - The Truth About Adult ADD and Follow-through - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2007 from Jennifer KoretskyIf you are an adult with ADD, chances are that at some point in your life, you've felt that you are not "living up to your potential." This judgment often manifests itself when you take stock of all the great ideas you've had that have never gone anywhere, and all the unfinished projects that ...
Views: 1210 - To Choose or Excuse - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2007 from Jennifer KoretskyOne of the best things about being diagnosed with ADD is that you finally have an explanation for many of the challenges you experience in life. So this is why it's hard for me to get started and follow through! This is why it's hard for me to pay attention in meetings! This is why it's ...
Views: 914 - Do You Know What Day January 17th Is? - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2007 from Jennifer KoretskyDo you know what day January 17th is? Here's a hint: it has to do with New Year's Resolutions. If you’re like most Americans, January brings a renewed sense of energy and motivation that usually results in a “New Year’s Resolution.” But if you have Attention ...
Views: 1066 - Practical Ways to Keep Your ADD Under Control During the Holiday Season - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2006 from Jennifer KoretskyDo November’s Thanksgiving experiences have you dreading the December holidays? The idea of gifts, family, and days off sounds great…but we all know that holidays are some of the most stressful times of the year. When an ADDer starts to become immersed in the shopping, cooking, traveling, and ...
Views: 1196 - How Do You Measure Success? - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2006 from Jennifer KoretskyI had a conversation with my client "Linda" the other day. She was in "crisis mode" and very upset with herself. She set a goal for herself the day before to be on time for everything, all day long. She woke up early, and left for work early. She made it to all her meetings on time. ...
Views: 1161 - Managing ADD Is Like Riding a Bike - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2006 from Jennifer KoretskyRemember when you learned to ride a bike? You probably started out with a tricycle when you were very young. At some point, you got the coveted two-wheeler with training wheels. And most likely, one day, one of your parents told you that you were ready to take those training wheels off. ...
Views: 1300 - Help for ADD Clutter Bugs - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2006 from Jennifer KoretskySo many adults with ADD are plagued with clutter! Our desks are covered with papers. Our sinks are full of dishes. Our floors and counters are strewn with stuff. Where Does Clutter Come From? Clutter builds up easily for many ADDers. Sometimes, we get distracted and just place a paper or ...
Views: 1312 - To Chose or Excuse - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2005 from Jennifer KoretskyOne of the best things about being diagnosed with ADD is that you finally have an explanation for many of the challenges you experience in life. So this is why it's hard for me to get started and follow through! This is why it's hard for me to pay attention in meetings! This is why it's ...
Views: 1058 - The ADD Resilience Factor - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2005 from Jennifer KoretskyAttention Deficit Disorder presents different challenges to different people. Some of us have the most trouble focusing and concentrating, while some of us have great difficulty regulating emotion. Whatever your greatest challenge is, there is one sure-fire way to be successful in spite of it: ...
Views: 1141 - Self-Care for Adults with ADD: Put On Your Oxygen Mask - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2005 from Jennifer KoretskyTake a moment to think about what happens when you get on an airplane. Before the plane takes off, the flight attendants outline safety procedures and inform you that, should the oxygen masks drop down, you must put yours on before you help anyone else. This is an excellent metaphor for ...
Views: 1069(1 vote) - Strategies for Alleviating the Boredom Associated with Exercise - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2005 from Jennifer KoretskyJust about every expert in the ADD field will tell you that exercise is one of the best ADD management strategies there is. According to the book Delivered from Distraction: "When a person exercises, she sets in motion a cascade of events that her brain loves. She sends more blood to her ...
Views: 1546 - 6 Ways to Slow Down the Adult ADD Brain - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2005 from Jennifer KoretskyIf you have adult ADD, then you know that sometimes, slowing down is a very hard thing to do. There are so many tasks to accomplish and so little time to get them done. So your mind goes into high speed, trying to accomplish it all and more, or worrying about the fact that it seems impossible ...
Views: 2220 - Falling Asleep - An ADD Nightmare - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2005 from Jennifer KoretskyLike many “night people,” I have a hard time waking up in the morning, but I have an even harder time falling asleep at night. When I spoke to my doctor about this problem, she offered me a very simple solution: take three hours to "wind down" before bed. Don’t do anything stimulating in the ...
Views: 1966 - Why Daily Planning is So Important for Adults with ADD - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2005 from Jennifer KoretskyFor adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), details are a drag. We tend to see the big picture and want to jump straight to the finish line, wishing we could skip all the steps in between. Unfortunately, this perspective often causes us to become overwhelmed when it's time to start a ...
Views: 1245 - A Visualization Exercise on Managing Expectations for Adults with ADD - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2005 from Jennifer KoretskyAs adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), we often find ourselves excited by new ideas and plans, but overwhelmed by what it will take to reach the goals. Many of my coaching clients find themselves in this situation. They make a decision to make a change - a big change. Sometimes ...
Views: 1461 - The Truth About Adult ADD and Follow-through - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2005 from Jennifer KoretskyIf you are an adult with ADD, chances are that at some point in your life, you've felt that you are not "living up to your potential." This judgment often manifests itself when you take stock of all the great ideas you've had that have never gone anywhere, and all the unfinished projects that ...
Views: 1327(1 vote) - Help for Adult ADD: Learn to Delegate - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2005 from Jennifer KoretskyAdults with ADD are not "wired" for details. We're creatives, entrepreneurs, inventors, idea generators, and big picture thinkers. When an adult with ADD is confronted with too many details to tend to, overwhelm quickly sets in. This is not a character flaw - it's quite simply just not ...
Views: 1317 - A Powerful Year-End Meditation - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2004 from Jennifer Koretsky© Copyright 2004 At the close of the year, we often find ourselves thinking ahead to the next year. We think about all the things we didn't accomplish this year, and vow to accomplish them next year. Few of us take the time to reflect on the past year and look at our successes and the ...
Views: 1251 - Plan To Manage Holiday Stress - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyEveryone finds themselves stressed out during the holiday season. But for adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), November through January can feel like a whirlwind of tasks and responsibilities. Lack of time management will result in undue pressure and overwhelm for the ADD adult. ...
Views: 1221(1 vote) - Top 5 Ways for an ADD Adult to Have a Happy Holiday - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyHolidays have the potential to send an adult with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) into overload. Too many details to plan, kids to manage, and family to cope with can turn a good day into a stressful one. The following suggestion can help adults manage ADD during the holidays. 1. Know Your ...
Views: 1000 - Exploring the "Should's": Is it Necessity, Desire, or Guilt? - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyHow many times a day do you find yourself using the word "should"? ADDers are full of "should's": I should do the dishes, I should clean out the fridge, I should see that movie, I should call my friend, etc. The word "should" can be very dangerous to an adult with ADD, because it often results ...
Views: 1262 - The Top 10 Ways to Overcome Procrastination - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyWhen a person is bored or uninterested, certain tasks and projects can seem like torture! This feeling usually leads to procrastination, and procrastination often leads to guilt. Here are some practical ways to avoid these situations and overcome procrastination: 1. Recharge Daily Be sure to ...
Views: 14189 - 3 Methods for Clearing Mental Clutter - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyMany adults with ADD have a hard time slowing down their brains. Thoughts often come at whirlwind speed, and it can be hard to concentrate on the tasks at hand when so many other thoughts are floating around in the brain. I call this "mental clutter." Often times, mental clutter is made up ...
Views: 2998 - 6 Practices for Achieving Excellent Self-Care - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyAdults with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) often feel like they are running behind schedule, and just don't have the time get everything done. As a result, many ADDers end up sacrificing their own self-care in order to scratch off items on their to-do lists. Those who skimp on self-care, ...
Views: 1377 - 5 Strategies for ADDed Effectiveness on the Job - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyFor many people with ADD, work life can be difficult. If your working environment is not ADD-friendly, then you may find yourself feeling chronically disorganized and stressed out at work. Whether or not you choose to share your diagnosis with your employer, the following strategies can help ...
Views: 1339 - 10 Benefits of Having Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyThere is a common misconception in the world that having Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) is a bad thing. While the ADD-wired brain certainly presents some challenges, it also offers some incredible benefits. The following is a list of characteristics that I consistently see in my clients, ...
Views: 3466 - 10 Tips for Practicing Positive Thinking as a Tool for Managing ADD - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyAt first glance, it would seem that positive thinking and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) have nothing to do with one another. But many of us with ADD develop negative thinking patterns because we become frustrated by our challenges and frequent feelings of being overwhelmed. This negative ...
Views: 7423(1 vote) - Using Yoga to Manage ADD - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyExercise is a powerful tool for ADD management. Medical professionals recommend that adults get at least 30 minutes of aerobic exercise (such as running or biking) 3-5 times per week to improve their general health. For ADDers, this type of exercise is particularly beneficial, because it may ...
Views: 1250(1 vote) - 8 Essential Skills for Managing ADD - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskySo many adults with ADD find themselves chronically overwhelmed with every day life. This means that they generally wake up feeling like they are running behind on all the things they need to do, spend the whole day on high speed in order to get all those things done, and yet still go to bed ...
Views: 1342 - Essential Skills for Managing ADD – Part 1: Practicing Excellent Self-Care - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyAs an adult with ADD and an ADD Coach, I have observed some skills that I believe are essential for successful ADD management. The first of these skills is: Practice Excellent Self-Care. There are many components of self-care that one must pay attention to. Sleep, nutrition, and exercise are ...
Views: 1288 - Do You Know What Day January 17th Is? - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyDo you know what day January 17th is? Here's a hint: it has to do with New Year's Resolutions. If you’re like most Americans, January brings a renewed sense of energy and motivation that usually results in a “New Year’s Resolution.” But if you have Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder ...
Views: 1235 - Practical Ways to Keep Your ADD Under Control During the Holiday Season - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2003 from Jennifer KoretskyDo last month’s Thanksgiving experiences have you dreading the December holidays? The idea of gifts, family, and days off sounds great…but we all know that holidays are some of the most stressful times of the year. When an ADDer starts to become immersed in the shopping, cooking, traveling, ...
Views: 1325(1 vote) - A Simple Strategy for Managing ADD - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2003 from Jennifer KoretskyAs an ADD Coach, I usually begin my conversations with new and potential clients by saying, “Tell me about yourself and why you’re looking for coaching.” Most people answer with a long list of their ADD challenges. Very few people answer that they are looking to discover, enhance, or utilize ...
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