[aageneral] 6 Ways to Slow Down the Adult ADD Brain

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6 Ways to Slow Down the Adult ADD Brain
By ADD Coach Jennifer Koretsky
© Copyright 2005

If 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 to get it all done. As a result, you spend a lot
of time stressing, and very little time enjoying life.

While slowing down is a difficult skill to build, it can be done.
Here are 6 proven ways to slow down the adult ADD brain:

1. Leave Work
Set your business hours and stick to them! Although sometimes it's
necessary to work late, don't do it unless you absolutely have to!
You'll work more efficiently during the day when the time you have to
accomplish your tasks is limited. And take weekends off (or at least
2 days a week)! You deserve it.

2. Plan a Night Out with Others
Nothing is more fun than a night out with people you like. This
could be coworkers, friends, family, or members of a group you belong
to. Enjoy yourself.

3. Make a Weekly Commitment (Like Taking a Class or Participating in
a Group)
Get an excuse to get out of the house and out of the office every
week! Take a class, preferably learning something you always wanted
to know how to do. Make sure you *pay* for the class in advance so
you won't be tempted to skip it!

4. Journal
Journaling forces you to stop, reflect and process. It helps you
manage stress and gain clarity. Make the decision to do it every
day - even if it's just for 10 minutes! Don't worry about grammar,
spelling, punctuation, or flow because no one else ever has to see
it.

5. Meditate
There are many different ways to meditate, but I prefer mindfulness
meditation. Mindfulness meditation is simply the act of being in the
present moment - whether you are working, walking, or doing the
dishes! Try to keep your mind in the moment, and don't follow
stressful or worrisome thoughts when they arise. It's okay to begin
slowly by doing 5 minutes of mindful meditation a day, and then
building on your practice as you become more comfortable.

6. Turn off Your Computer 2 Hours Before Bed
Computers are quite stimulating, especially for ADDers. Oftentimes,
you'll find yourself sitting at your computer at 3 o'clock in the
morning totally engrossed in researching something completely
random. You just can't step away from it to go to sleep, and that's
because the computer wakes up your brain. Turn the computer off two
hours before bed in order to properly wind down, and slow down, at
night.

About the Author:
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. Her work has
been featured in numerous media, including The New York Times
Magazine and The Times (UK). To subscribe to Jennifer's free email
newsletter, The ADD Management Guide, please visit
http://www.addmanagement.com/e-newsletter.htm

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