Module Eight: Problem Solving
How do you approach solving problems?
Or do you find yourself burying your head in the sand to avoid facing things?
If so, you are not alone. Life is hard which is one of the greatest truths. However, when we accept that and accept that life is full of problems, then it can become fun to overcome them. Due to the nature of our brains, our sensitivities and worries around problems come straight in and then we are unable to think clearly to solve them.
This module explores why we find things difficult and introduces a step-by-step system to overcome any problem large or small leaving you inspired to start facing your problems head-on rather than to be afraid of them.
Step 1: Watch the recorded coaching module
Just click the play button on the embedded video and take notes.
Step 2: Download the presentation
Slow down. Give yourself the time. Tackle problems one by one.
Step 3: Allocate time to do the work
Now it is time to become aware of your problem-solving process and how you approach them, then you can make subtle changes to start doing things differently. There are some useful tried and tested templates in order to get the structure in place. The end result will be that you will feel more confident in your own abilities to solve problems and start to face them without any fear.
Coach Advice: "Life is full of problems, it is how we approach the problem that is crucial to our well-being and the wellbeing of others. The key thing here is to slow down and give yourself time to solve the problem.”
Every day we encounter problem after problem, if we are smart then we will look into the way we approach problems and start to change this in order to get better results. If we do nothing, we will get the same result time and time again. Although we celebrate the fact we can multi-task, sometimes it is to the detriment of our own wellbeing. Therefore, in order to take charge of ADHD and slow down to solve the problems one by one. Mindfulness can help you develop the resilience to stay focused on the problem at hand and choose the right way to go forward in the problem-solving process.
Step 4: Download the templates
In order to help you put some changes in place, templates for problem-solving are provided so you don’t need to reinvent the wheel. Of course, there are also many apps that can help along the way too, but the important thing is to be consistent with what works for you. Just download each one and print your own copies. Alternatively, you can create your own in evernote or another note organising app. The distraction test has been the most useful template for our clients and remember there is no right or wrong, just what is.
Celebrating ADHD run weekly group sessions on each module so you might find it useful to join one of those LIVE online webinars. The benefit of this is that you will start to realise that you are not alone in these struggles with problem-solving. We want you to start fulfilling your potential and thriving with ADHD so start listening to our Celebrating ADHD podcast to get some inspiration. There is a recommended episode for each module.
Recommended Podcast for this module:
Recommended Meditation for this module:
Gratitude is an antidote to anger. Anger and frustration are common emotions that come up when we try to problem-solve. However, if we apply gratitude to problem-solving, effectively saying to ourselves I am grateful for this problem as I am going to learn from it then we can change our mindset and the whole problem-solving process might actually be fun. We suggest you practice this meditation daily until you move on to the next module.
Step 5: Book a coaching review or take time out to reflect yourself
It is important to monitor and track our progress along the way in order to take charge of your ADHD. For example through taking the time out to do this reflection will highlight what is working for and what is not. This will save time in the long term as why to continue doing something that is not working for you and also if something is working for you, then why not do more of it? Therefore, please take this step as it is essential to the journey. You can even book a review session with a professional ADHD coach at a reduced rate below and then an online form will be sent to you in order to prepare for the session.
Monitor and track your progress.
Now it is time to review your module to see what you have learned and what changes you are putting in place. It is advisable that this is booked with one of our professional ADHD coaches.