Motivation, Dopamine, & ADHD: why it's hard to get motivated & 6 techniques to help with motivation

Hey everyone! Today, let's dig into the fascinating connection between motivation and ADHD. In this video, I'll dive into how dopamine deficiency impacts our ability to stay motivated and focused. Remember, ADHD isn't about laziness-it's about navigating unique brain chemistry challenges that can affect motivation, procrastination, and productivity.
In the video, I share six actionable tips and creative hacks to combat those moments when you're feeling unmotivated and you need to boost productivity in your day-to-day life. Whether you're personally managing ADHD or supporting someone who is, these hacks are worth trying out.
Calling all parents! I'll also share strategies specifically tailored to inspire motivation in neurodiverse children, helping your kiddo to thrive on the days they just AREN'T feeling it. If you have your own proven techniques, share them in the comments below-we're all in this together!
Disclaimer: Just a friendly reminder that I'm not a medical professional or an ADHD, executive, or life coach. I'm simply someone passionate about sharing practical advice and insights into the challenges of the ADHD brain. Let's uncover the keys to motivation and support each other on this journey!

[@trollingisasport]

Best things that actually work: Wake up at the same time. Get excercise Drink water Meditate And the biggest one: Keep a do it now/fall into action mentality. Don't try to do something by thinking to do it. Let your body take the action, not your mind. For example say you have to clean your room. Don't focus on thinking, "C'mon I need to clean my room " instead clear your as much as possible and then let yourself start doing the task. It's like putting yourself it auto mode or readjusting to the trail rail to move forward. Most of the diffulcuty doesn't actually from motivation issues, it actually comes from anxiety which prevents us from taking action. The good thing is that the more you are able to do this, the more a flow you will be able to achieve, making way more productive.

[@charlottekay772]

Omg thank you so much for sharing this. I have experienced in the past but I don’t think I ever realized why sometimes I can just do things and other times I get paralyzed. I’ve bee having a really difficult time recently getting some pretty urgent things done and it has making me feel so depressed. I’m gonna try this approach today. 🙏🏼

[@tiffanyperkins3527]

ANXIETY IS REAL!! Thank you for this. I do feel ANXIETY before my tasks. I talk myself out of it. Example … Taking my two Sheps to get their nails cut. I missed my turn, got nervous because I was running late. I talked myself into not taking my pups to their appointment. In return I feel like a bad Dog Mommy!! Anxiety is a BITCH!!

[@EremitaUrbano]

This! This been helping me, cant motivate myself enough to exercise still but the do it now/ fall into action mentality helps a lot

[@ninadap]

Yes! Anticatory anxiety is a huge factor.

[@DeTurquoise]

Wow you said Basically something, i discivered before like two years, but in different words. Im working with inner child, and i believe in astrology. Once upon a time some asteologist i know said something "your mars sign isnt about thinking, but about doing" THAT CONPLETELY CHANGED MY MIND and Basically save my life. I couldnt see it like this. I was constantly in some lot of energy i side of me and ať the same time unmotivated.. It was the worst time of my life. now I SEE its like when you have a car/ride/something inside you full of energy, and you just go with it, like in a Race you cant catch it like this. This solved my impulsivity a lot (i dont feel top much pressure in me) bit still i have difficult problems with it because od Rsd, so its again about not taking things so personally Edit: SO we are supost to be like this and when you embrace it, its an OUR gift!!!

[@alexs6746]

One problem I run into with the rewards system is once I get started I go “oh 5 more minutes” for hours and nothing else gets done

[@nichellehowell]

When it comes to cleaning, I find that taking a before and after picture of the task I have to do really helps with motivation

[@theelementalflow432]

Thanks for this. I might try it.

[@mohamedjehama]

also thinking about the possible health issues from not cleaning

[@TheAlchemist1089]

​@@mohamedjehamathat doesn't help honestly Because those health issues take time to happen If it's something that'll happen immediately then I'd definitely clean up

[@joycecalderon5888]

One issue I always run into is when I break one huge task into mini/simpler task, now my brain sees it at 12 things to do rather than 1.. which makes it even harder to get started. To address this, I spread the 12 mini tasks over the course of the week. Even then, I can’t get the feeling of completing the task because it is taking me a week to complete it. Any tips?

[@WhatintheADHD]

I FEEL this. Unfortunately, I'm also just a human with ADHD, and I struggle with this too. All I can suggest is reminding yourself of the importance of the task. The only way I trick myself into cleaning my bathroom is imagining someone ELSE'S bathroom was that dirty and thinking about how grossed out I'd be. That reminds me how important it is to clean 😅

[@Luxalpa]

@@WhatintheADHD To be honest, at least for repetitive tasks that don't require a lot of focus, I just reward myself with listening to my favourite audibook while doing such tasks. Works amazingly well.

[@matejblaha4659]

Set time goals and use pomodoro method or something similar

[@genesisvaughn3419]

I found my people.😭🥺

[@suzieuda]

Hope it's not too late to share a tip. I read that listening to songs that you enjoy as a child/teen helps make chores more bearable. This is what I do when cleaning.

[@MinerlisAbreu9710]

I haven't been diagnosed yet, but the more videos I watch on ADHD the more I'm convinced that I have it, and it's the reason I struggle so much to do anything.

[@painetdldy]

me too. i know what i need to/should/must do but there's a wire somewhere that's disconnected

[@likeitsgoldn9200]

Literally!!

[@Angel-gb9gi]

I drag myself out of bed, I drag myself to work, I yawn all day especially after I have lunch, I enjoy none of it and I drink lots of coffee to try to keep from going into a coma or sleep. Hum bug who cares, go away, why are you still talking to me? In a hurry to get home but have no energy to do what's on my list so I drink more coffee than crash into bed feeling guilty for being this way.

[@camarorules1]

Get some help! You are on your way to burnout! Not fun!

[@pax3550]

I love crossing things off my list. Sometimes I even added things I already did just to cross it off

[@jenniferdelgado3299]

Hahahaha I do that too! Glad I’m not the only one 😂

[@raysofmotivation9822]

1. Make a to-do list. 2. Break down tasks into simpler ones, & tick them as u do them, which releases dopamine. 3. Set rewards after completing some tasks. 4. Use "i want to do this" instead of have to/should. 5. Make the task fun or interesting. 6. Set deadlines. Have someone hold u accountable for those deadlines. 7. Make the task a game or competition.

[@PatrickOgay]

I like to write down things that need to be done. When the list gets longer and longer, I suddenly don't know what to do anymore. There are also trigger tasks that just reading them makes me unmotivated. What works best is when I start with a task and follow the ideas, but can still maneuver myself to the goal. I have such an aversion to certain things and it might help to start with something different to get me in the mood. Then I can often tackle the unpleasant task much more easily.

[@p0k3n92]

I just got diagnosed with severe adhd- inattentive at 18. It makes a ton of sense but I still don't know what to do and I'm scared that I wont be able to move out of my parents house and actually live my life. My parents are more mentally ill than I am so im pretty much on my own to deal with it. I really appreciate videos like this and I find them really helpful(these kinds of videos are pretty much all I have to learn about this and try to improve lol). I hope your channel (and the rest of adhd youtube) grows a ton!

[@matejblaha4659]

How are you doing? If you head over to Udemy and find Alina Kishlenko's course '30 days to the life you deserve', you'll have your good resource and I'm sure you'll be able to do more than just move out of your parents' house

[@remingtonfrog3170]

I wish you the best🙏🏻💪🏻

[@user-shalalala]

Medication is not always a bad choice

[@vikkihunt4067]

I’ve been at this for longer than I care to admit. I didn’t get my diagnosis until I was in my 50s. Videos like this will be so helpful for younger people who will then not spend decades chipping away at their self-esteem. Looking back, I will say the positives of ADHD (focus etc) contributed to a successful career, the negatives contributed to mental health issues. All your suggestions are ones I eventually found for myself at huge cost. Your presentation Is perfect for our somewhat literal brains. (By somewhat I mean completely) Neurodivergence is a gift Pat yourself on the back, high five etc - you’re making a difference. Thank you.

[@DejaunWright]

I was recently diagnosed with ADHD by my psychiatrist, but also had that diagnosis reneged through previously being diagnosed with anxiety. But this video reminded me of all the times my ADHD got me in trouble at work, from leaving around (embarrassing) messes, failing to fulfill my work obligations because I get distracted, and “having to constantly be reminded to do my work” (a direct quote from my bosses and teachers over the years). I attribute much of my anxiety to the fact that this has been happening my whole life, and have not had an adequate explanation for why. People would just call me lazy, messy, or unorganized, and that has made me so on edge to try to prevent that.

[@AllanAlach]

I found that with tasks imposed by someone else, with a deadline in a week or two, that I could get the buzz by getting the damn thing done asap so I could then do something I wanted to do.

[@chrisgibson3173]

Been diagnosed since I was twenty and have procrastinated till forty four , thank you for your simple explanations

[@varanhautube]

I totally understand what that is.😊

[@ammanrathore4192]

U spend 24 years??

[@suzieuda]

I think reframing things you don't want to do by telling yourself "I want to do X because I like this and that about it" is a great strategy. Right now, when I find myself struggling to do something, I reframe the task by finding the reasons why I must do it and who it will truly benefit. But finding reasons that I like about the task that I am doing motivates me because I know I am doing it for myself/my benefit and not just others. Nothing I loathe more than doing something to please others.

[@Eebydeeby2112]

Listening to a youtube video, listening to a favourite tv series, or podcast/speech reallyyyy helps with tasks.

[@user-wp6kf7gj4l]

1. Make to-do list, but break it up in to smaller, more specific tasks. Lots of happy dopamine check marks ✅️ 2. Reward/celebrate little wins! 5 tasks = 1 line of cocaine or 1 peice of candy or 3 cat hugs 3. Avoid should/need/have. Brain says "no!" Use "want" and think of positivite ( alive animals, no body stench, clean taco holders for tuesday) 4. Make task fun and interesting when able. Exp: drink and pay bills... 5. Set deadlines with accountability buddy. 6. Make task in to a game or competition.

[@anyssaadi1849]

1 line of cocaine??? 😂🤣

[@cindy-anne]

@@anyssaadi1849 i'm seriously considering!! I can't even get through the video! 🙈

[@GoldenEmperor5Manifest]

Funny thing is, as a man, "Need to" awakens this sort of stoic male reward center of my brain where I feel like I am taking care of things and being a man. So it's oddly useful for me to say to myself, "I need to do this" rather than "I want to", especially considering how often I've been told that the self pursuit of pleasure is inherently wrong.

[@MilnaAlen]

I always have problems with motivation for boring tasks, but occasionally I have days when I have no motivation for anything at all and even when I do something I get like 5% of the usual enjoyment out of it. Even just reaching for a snack from my nightstand takes a ridiculous amount of effort. It's way more severe and all encompassing than ADHD is supposed to be, it feels closer to depression or the negative symptoms of schizophrenia but those don't just come and go. It's really weird and really holds me back in my studies. Meds seem to have no effect on that

[@kellharris2491]

You need to speak with your doctor. I lot of people with ADHD have depression as well. The two go hand in hand. You can also get a genetic test to see what medications will work best for you.

[@momandson7836]

@Kell Harris I've been trying to find videos on here about depression and ADD/ADHD. Like if having ADHD/ADD makes it worse or harder to pull out of it. And how to pull out of it if so. Because it's getting annoying but I really feel adhd is making it worse.

[@jeanie7154]

wow this is my experience word for word

[@alanwest6949]

I see meds will elevate neuroplasticity but if you make no effort and do nothing, it’ll be like wiring/training yourself to have ever stronger powers to do nothing.

[@La-ss2dr]

I've had diagnosed ADHD since I was a little kid but I was never medicated. Hard Deadlines have somehow always worked for me. But now my ADHD paired up with depression and not even absolute final deadlines can motivate me and I don't know what to do anymore :(

[@shreyabollock1245]

Medication it was life changing for me

[@kathrynsun3731]

I feel this way too. The fear of the consequences of not meeting deadlines used to keep me in line. These days I've literally stopped caring about deadlines and I hate it because I'm neglecting important duties. I'm gonna start bupropion in a few days so hopefully that will help

[@sukiatwal3762]

@@shreyabollock1245 what about the side affects of it...I heard when you come off or it can alter the chemicals in your brain

[@KVVUZRSCHK]

​@@sukiatwal3762Well then you heard crap. ADHD medication is the best researched medication on any mental condition. I recommend watching some lectures by Dr. Russell Barkley. The biggest problem with ADHD medication is the stigma from society, from people who don't understand.

[@cainzereda5538]

I like the idea of "paying bills parties", or turning any unpleasant (boring) tasks into a rave to get you motivated. Nicely done. ;)

[@NewnameNewperson-cy4jv]

I can just imagine a living room full of people calmly doing they taxes with rave lights and music in the background

[@sooba515]

I’m going to try the thing with the to do list. Before, I was a student near or at the top of my class in high school. Now, I can’t even bother doing simple homework. I’m starting tonight just by writing down “Go to sleep,” along with breaking down “getting ready for school” and “working out” into different, smaller tasks. I’m turning 18 soon, so I’ve grown anxious about living on my own, going to college, and not being able to manage my ADHD on my own. Thanks for the tips, I’ll implement these into my life one at a time so I don’t overload my tiny brain.

[@Lis-ek9wm]

I don't know if you have any acting or broadcasting experience, but I just gotta say, you have such a great on-screen presence! So enjoyable to watch. Informative, entertaining, polished, and approachable. Feels like you are "PsyShow host" level good. You have earned a subscriber!

[@WhatintheADHD]

THIS IS THE BEST COMPLIMENT, THANK YOU!! I've recently thought about trying to get into voice acting, but didn't know if I had what it takes!

[@painetdldy]

maybe that could be another tip: pretend you're making your own videos while cleaning, paying bills etc. explain out loud as you go!

[@Mr._MatchIt]

Second year on piano, and I feel a bit empty inside. There’s no passion for it, yet I love getting up on stage. I really love performing; and I also love writing songs. I’ve been writing a lot right now, and I definitely still see myself doing both of these things. But music, for some reason, my body just says “screw this man”, and leaves me emotionless while playing. I hope it’s because I haven’t performed yet, or need to prove myself, but for some reason, I just think I don’t have it. Which sucks, cause I don’t wanna rely on other people helping me. I also don’t want to give music up. It just sucks.

[@sohollysings]

thank you so so much, i’ve been so sad recently because of the way i am, but you’ve made me feel supported. will use these tips tomorrow ❤️

[@heatherjsews]

I can't hold myself accountable with deadlines, neither can my partner, but it's working with my therapist! I do the things I was supposed to do all week the night before the appointment, which isn't helping me change my behavior but I am getting the important things done now..

[@dotcassilles1488]

Same here... I like to prep the day before I have an appointment or due date.

[@esinfa]

Listening to books I like while doing housework works for me.

[@user-shalalala]

What an underated video , really informative and great over all . Thank you

[@KS-wr4vv]

Thank you for explaining this. I never understood that adhd was a dopamine issue. I’ve been diagnosed adhd for years . I just recently celebrated my 2 year sobriety and I’ve realized that my adhd has been one of the most negative things in my life. I’m ready to tackle it learn more about how to deal w it besides just taking a pill. This was so helpful!

[@saramichaels3853]

Congratulations on your sobriety! That's amazing! And ADHD makes sobriety hard...so double congrats!

[@Kat1791]

I love what you said about not letting our brains develop a negative association with a task. That's a biggie, but oh man, if I took sips of margarita or wine as a reward, I'd never get anything done, and I'd be getting myself in big trouble. Us ADHers need to be careful of too much alcohol consumption anyways. Our brains are always craving those dopamine hits so we need to be careful with stuff like that sometimes. I'd rather be hooked on puzzles, video games, or watching shows. I like motivational videos (like this one) and how to videos.

[@Rain_Ruka]

You're extremely sweet and seem like such a genuine person;) but ngl I almost clicked off when u said the list bc I'm so stubborn and apparently I don't want to get better but I'm rly happy I stayed. Just the way u explained it literally just made me feel motivated for a sec, cuz I'm like wait, I can do this with hw. So on, but thank you ❤️❤️❤️I haven't felt that in a while lmao

[@WhatintheADHD]

Aw lol at least you can admit you're stubborn - I still struggle with that! 😂 glad it helped a little bit 😊

[@olafhoogstad446]

Hi everyone, right now I am soooo demotivated on a certain task... Thank you so much for your video's, they really are a BIG help :) And lets remember ONE thing : People with ADHD have heard "don't do this, don't do that" all their life, kids with ADHD have heard those words like 20K times more than kids without ADHD. NEVER forget the positive sides of ADHD, because that is what makes us special, even though the world around us may not always be able to follow our brains :):)

[@mariesantosPMD]

Omg that is SO me! I was only officially diagnosed as combined adhd at 44 (😢) but somehow I managed to find those solutions on my own, and YES diving tasks into micro tasks so I can cross more off my daily to-do list works so well!!🎉 Thanks for this video, It is such a relief to know I am not alone!!

[@katiewhitacre6405]

I LOVE this. You don’t even know how much you just helped my quality of life. It’s always such small things that make the biggest difference for me. There’s just not alot of guidance about add/adhd in my life. This is so helpful, i appreciate this!

[@ranuai]

After a long time, I watched this whole 10+ minutes of the video, with NO or less wandering of mind. Fully engaging and of course informative. I'll try incorporate things you have said. I've subscribed to your channel. Thanks. Rajan from India.

[@WhatintheADHD]

🥰🥰🥰

[@colinnguyen574]

Thank you so much for this awesome video. My dad recently passed away and I’ve been going through personal grieving. With my ADHD, it’s been very hard to focus on all the tasks that needs to be done, especially as the CEO of a company. This was great advice and thank you for making a positive difference in my perspective. God bless !!

[@fritzginger15]

I think the deadlines idea and smaller specific do to lists are great. I didn’t realize it at the time but a few weekends ago the “specific to do’s” helped me tons while cleaning and organizing the house.(which had been getting put off for months) I’m no gonna try the deadlines one at work. I think telling myself that I didn’t get to go to work if I’m late will help me get there. (Also Struggling with a mix of depression and anxiety) As well as working with my boss to make more smaller/specific deadlines will hopefully help me move along on my projects and be excited instead of terrified of the next step. I always see the next step of my projects as a new possibility of messing up :( Thank you so much for these tips❤️

[@soulcake76]

You explain these long enough for me to focus on this video AND now I understand the lack of motivation and dopamine-thank you!

[@TheePookieDee]

This is the first time ever I feel like I actually understand my own ADHD. This made me feel a lot more in control of my day. Thank you so much for explaining this in such a relatable & entertaining way. So happy I found your channel!💕

[@taylorolivia9558]

Thank you for this I’m crying. I’ve been struggling my whole life, been on adhd medicine since 6. Still feel like I have nothing figured out. This helps a lot. Thank you again.

[@GoodBernal]

I really appreciate you making these videos. I love them,they are so easy to understand, and you give great tips. Thank you ❤

[@nataliasanzarteta5600]

I feel so validated on your example of receiving the 40th reminder for paying and keep ignoring it… or know Sth for days and say you need it the last day at night… I usually feel a lot of guilt and shame for this behaviors 😢

[@heathermanering9173]

Watching this is motivating for me! Makes me feel like I could actually accomplish something today 😅 Thank you for making this!

[@honeybeejourney]

This makes so much sense. I already do that little list of silly things like, wipe down the bathroom sink, or, fold the laundry- and think about how much I enjoy having my clothes put away nicely. BUT, I still need dopamine- so, I'll put my favorite crime series on while I wash dishes....thank you so much for this valuable info. Yes, I subscribed & hit the like button so you can stay motivated to do your videos. Yay!

[@mrshoare2011]

I have adhd and have found this one of the most useful videos I have watched. Thank you so much x

[@MrBryanAndfriends]

Just wanted to say thanks for making this video. Your goals list made me realize how important making a goals list before the next day is so important to my routine and overall wellbeing of the day for when I have to get things done.

[@sukiatwal3762]

why before the next day?

[@ellad.6005]

Music and listening long youtube videos. Literally I have my earphones in during every task when it's possible. Maybe this is not the best for my ears but at least I can manage my life relatively well. 😂

[@colleendeis928]

I was actually able to watch you video without increasing the video speed. I really love the way you communicate your message, thank you for these tips! I will be trying them!

[@WhatintheADHD]

Thanks for taking the time to tell me this!! I hope you're able to get stuff done soon!!❤

[@tikkamasala9062]

I like the tip about breaking the list into smaller bits....but then i get lost in making the list or looking for all the lists ive squirrled away into one list

[@colleencarrillo7929]

This works. I totally do this. I also guess how long the most dreaded tasks then try to meet or beat the timer. Another tip is from Dana White…I take a pic of my space before then after to show myself how much the space improved. Keep making the videos girl. This will help who needs it!❤❤❤

[@patricianoll1229]

Im not motiveted to do a list

[@kirstyparker5253]

I cannot say HOW helpful this is to me right now. You've just reminded me of why I was so hyper focused as a kid. I've questioned my own adhd diagnosis because I never struggled with dophamine deficiency as a child. But now looking back I had tonnes of it because I did many of these strategies. Especially the one with the to-do list. Thank you so much for reminding me ❤

[@courtneykimpel5896]

Thank you for talking so fast!!👏🏼👏🏼 most videos I have to speed up 1.5x or even 2x to stay focused on it. But you kept me interested and focused the whole time. I didn’t even register how much it helped until I started watching a different video and zoned out almost immediately haha. It’s like you understand us or something 😉 anyways thanks! Instant subscriber.

[@rahulbangar786]

Breaking bigger tasks into super tiny tasks really helps. Once you get started you will find it easy to do more tasks.

[@madelyns9908]

I use “can do” because “want to” isn’t always sincere. After making a list, I try to do 2 things in the same room of my apartment

[@sukiatwal3762]

loving the video so far, thank you, thank you for the tips!!!! Best one yet!!! So glad, you made the video!!

[@andrewg8992]

Hey I just wanted to say I appreciate what you're doing, and also the way you're doing these vids... Subscribed and will be watching more. I just recently learned I have ADHD at 36, it's been such a big lightning bolt moment, head spinning with how much this all makes sense.

[@nerdpoindexter]

This is really helpful and I appreciate how practical and positive you are.

[@foz2071]

what an awesome video. Because of ADHD I have not been able to get through videos from other channels. They are too long and boring. I am watching this one and enjoying it. Well edited and visuals too.

[@loveschile7339]

Omg, SO happy I found you. So relatable and needed. Thanks!

[@katoptron6583]

A thing that worked for me: I had to do a lot of translation to prepare for an exam and the inner resistance was ... HUGE. Then luckily the inspiration struck me and I did it at 2 a. m. with no music on, no electric light on, in the light of a single candle. Felt like doing something forbidden, like a child reading under the blankets while it should be sleeping.

[@emmahartwig6148]

Something else I’ve heard is to use boredom as a motivator. If you have a task you don’t want to do sit somewhere and chill until you want to do it - without any stimulation (blank stares, no phone/music/tv). After 10 minutes with the options of sit and stare or start the thing, you’ll probably do it. Go into it just like im going to sit here until I want to though. ADHD brains hate boredom.

[@BeautifulSoulsInSync]

This makes a lot of sense. I love scratching it off my list. Thank you for these tips.

[@WhatintheADHD]

You're so welcome!

[@C1schecter101]

This was the best video ever seen to describe adhd

[@GoldenEmperor5Manifest]

I'm looking at the responses and listening to multiple people with ADHD provide suggestions, I think that a lot of us are still wired fairly different even when we're all considered ADHD. Like, in my case the broken up to-do list was a brilliant idea, the Pomodoro method helps me, but the reward is tricky. If I overstimulate my brain with something I really love like Tik Tok, I'll stay on Tik Tok for the rest of the day and give myself excuses to stay there no matter what. My brain simply will not allow me to put down the higher stimulation for the rest of the day, so I learned to keep my rewards boring. Also if I have a drinking and night, that will be a drinking and chatting night with friends without actually doing the task. What I've found though is, the more tired I am, the harder it is to break the executive dysfunction barrier and actually start or stay on tasks. Actually right now I am supposed to be working, I'm replying to this because I ate my breakfast and now I am writing a whole @ essay about my opinion on this because sharing my hot takes gives me a huge reward. So much so that my life goals have slowly passed by year after year and I am desperate to stop this from continuing.

[@shreerajpawar4028]

I have never been diagnosed or with ADHD nor have I ever tried to get a diagnosis, but this video really hits home and makes me consider my situation differently and apply different methods to get my brain going. Thank you for this video, I really enjoyed it

[@alijahjackson1905]

I haven’t cared for my mental and emotional health in terms of staying aligned and motivated, I’ll try some of these out thank you for the learning experience 🙏🏾.

[@lydl703]

Make more videos! Just found you and loved your tips as well as your humor. I just shared your channel with 2 of my adult kids and you have a new subscriber in me 😊

[@jerry.cray..]

This video was so helpful! I feel understood and more empowered to cope with my ADHD. You just earned a new subscriber.

[@123brunasdo]

The best part about these lists is thinking “even if I stop halfway, I got at least 50% done which means even if I’m not living in the clearest environment I have a house that’s 50% clean” idk if it’s just me but that motivates me to keep pushing until at least some 80-90% sometimes I do it all. I told my therapist that it feels like there’s a little kid and a responsible adult living in my brain at all times and I have to constantly find things to excite the kid enough to get things done until it throws a tantrum and I have to stop.

[@kathy608]

Playing my favorite upbeat music helps motivate me when I clean.

[@AceAlyx]

My reward for finishing you video was that funky cool music you used. I ❤ it. My first video watching you and I haven’t had time to use the tips yet, but I hope they work!

[@user-pl6ei3fg6p]

This video helped me so much, thank you queen!! 💜

[@parisaro]

I make appointments in the morning to get me out of the house. Even if it’s a small thing, and I didn’t *have* to do it that particular day, just knowing that someone is waiting for me at a place at a certain time gets me out the door to fight the depression. Sometimes it’ll even just be a zoom appointment because at least it gets me out of bed, and by the end of the zoom, I feel more stimulated than the foggy feeling I woke up with. Plus, knowing there are things I need to do to prepare for that appointment gives me the urgency to do them the night before. I also create fake deadlines by emailing my boss and telling them that I’m gonna send them a document I’m supposed to send by a certain time and day. That makes the deadline REAL because someone will now notice if I didn’t do it, so it creates accountability. And if the depression is so bad that I really can’t do a task that seems *so simple,* then I ask myself, “Okay, what CAN I do?” Sometimes the answer is I can brush my teeth or I can put this thing in holding into the kitchen drawer. Moving my body even by a couple of feet, starts the ball rolling-slowly, but then I congratulate myself! Sounds stupid. Works like a charm. Then, suddenly, I can do one more thing and one more thing and one more thing… The brain is a fascinating organ.

[@izniizzatimohdshuhud2653]

Sydni, you have no idea how glad I am to find your channel. Your videos are such great help! If you ever feel like you are demotivated to make these videos, just say it in your upcoming vid so that we can give some love through our comments! Love from Malaysia

[@WhatintheADHD]

This means SO MUCH to me. Thank you for your kind words Izni 🥰

[@tammygagnon996]

OMG THANK YOU. I don't have ADHD and this helped me so much. This list thing with breaking it down to many small things.

[@shauniseflowerreacts]

Girl you aced this video! This is the key to my life 😩‼️

[@kinglewisjtl24]

Thank you for your effort, my siblings and I are looking into adhd as to explaining our motivation troubles

[@tomfisher4317]

You have finally articulated exactly how I've been feeling since I was a child, I just couldn't find the right words! I so wish I would have been helped with this at a younger age 😑

[@user-ro9oi9hr6v]

What a fantastic video! You are a natural teacher! I’m amazed you found it hard to motivate yourself to make such a great video, but at least you know what you are talking about!

[@nicoleellis8118]

If I even make a list I will dread it even more. A list only works for me at the grocery store. I need music to be playing in order to keep me motivated while cleaning. Looking at a job well done and a clean room gets me excited.

[@angelanamarie2494]

Being on a video chat with a friend has helped me a lot! My friend and eye create products and she's a self motivator with 3 small children and she's always making things. So when eye find myself having a hard time getting motivated, eye ask when she's available and we just werk together on the phone! So maybe finding a video chat buddy that doesn't mind just being on the phone with you while you get things done !

[@bri4rpatch129]

personally i like telling myself "ok, you only need to do this one bit of this big task" eg. only emptying the dishwasher vs doing all the dishes. usually when I complete that first task it turns into "well I'm already here I can wash some stuff" and before I realize I'm done with the dishes

[@GoldenEmperor5Manifest]

yeah that's a trick I figured out by watching other ADHD management videos. Trick yourself by saying "I'll only do this small part" and then you get past that executive dysfunction to start.

[@carriesullivan8234]

Thank you for making thos video I hope you still enjoy making them!

[@jenniferscott1785]

Just found this. 😃 Myself and my adult kids have ADHD. I only knew about my son 10 years ago when he was diagnosed but now I realize that myself and my daughters also have ADHD. It’s such a relief to learn about dopamine!

[@andreinaescala2420]

Thanks I will try that

[@libertab.190]

Thank you so much for this video! Just subscribed today. Your videos are so encouraging. My boyfriend and I both have ADHD😬😆. We're getting more educated on this and how to be patient and supportive of each other. God bless!

[@gokulsunils4585]

Doing great job here ! Fellow adhd brain ! Make more videos because you are inspiring people from far away India ❤️

[@TwiztedHumor]

she's totally right! thank you

[@gengarrules777]

thank you so much for this video! I truly needed it! new subscriber ❤❤

[@tcowan33]

I’m only a minute in, and this is the first video I’ve seen of yours, but congratulations on all of those medals!

[@WhatintheADHD]

😂😂 lol thanks but they're my partners

[@gembird3122]

Thank you so much! I have so little dopamine, my head actually feels numb. I have asked for an extension on my project though I'm pretending it's not there, but it's good to know it's there 🙂 I have actually been very strict with myself about getting started, but it's maintaining focus and not constantly changing my mind on the research I have spent hours doing! I'm going to break it down on the next steps up get it completed and prioritize what needs to go in. Thanks again!

[@likeitsgoldn9200]

Side note: don’t know what exactly it is you do, but by the look of all the medals and accolades on your wall you definitely do it well. Congrats!! ❤❤

[@WhatintheADHD]

Lol, definitely not mine! My husband is a runner. I have 0 medals. 💀💀💀😂

[@GuerroWild]

this is gold, thank you!

[@aname9417]

The first time i tried to talk to a therapist about how i couldn’t even cook a meal for myself, she literally said “it’s not that hard! Throw some shrimp on a skillet! Go on KZbin and find recipes!” I was so irked and felt so dismissed.

[@noneofyourbuizness]

Do you so cbt? Also is important to find a therapist with empathetic approach. Dont feel bad about yourself unfortunately alot of therapist are like that...

[@user-jd1cp1nk1p]

To-Do-Lists really don't help me at all. I never felt anything when crossing something off of it. Idk how that "good feeling" is like. :/ But the "want" replacement actually helps, thank you.

[@heatherpatrick3025]

Omg I love this so so much! All your ideas, the way you presented them (your personality is fantastic, wanna be my friend?) and the list at the end (thanks for that!) So yeah, you sold me. I am now subscribed and looking forward to more practical ideas that I can implement into my life. ☆ Thank you! ☆

[@zion8303]

Wow!! This was funny af and super helpful!!! Thank you so much

[@zion8303]

Ahhhhhh!! 3 sips of my margarita!!! Yassssss

[@bobogwu]

GREAT VID HERE. LOVE THE ENERGY THANKS!

[@HaycravingHorse]

Sounds quite simple and helpful. Thanks!

[@Cicada11011]

Treat my brain like a 13 yr old boy in a rebellious phase. ✍️ Got it!

[@coconutswirlgirl]

Love it, so happy to have discovered your channel. Thank you!!! ✨🧁👑🎖️🫧🚀🪩

[@WhatintheADHD]

Thanks for stopping by and saying hi! I've recently returned to KZbin, so keep an eye on my content library :)