Mindset is EVERYTHING with ADHD

Mindset is possibly the biggest contributing factor to ALL ADHD management. You HAVE to know how to “trick” your brain to push past ADHD barriers.

We often internalize failure, rejection, or “not enough” narratives after a lifetime of being made to feel these ways for things we can't control.

When we intentionally shift into a growth mindset, we stop seeing ourselves as broken and start seeing ourselves as the problem-solvers with creative brains we can be.

The mindset we carry determines how we respond when things don’t go according to plan. It's the difference between accepting failure and giving up on a problem VS realizing when it's time to shift and try something new.

Many of us have shame ingrained in our productivity from a young age. The thing is ─ shame only deepens the negative feelings that trigger avoidance in ADHDers.

So ADHD brains don’t respond well to shame, but they benefit from:

• Curiosity

  • "Why did that feel so hard today?"

• Flexibility

  • "What version of this can I do with 50% energy?"

• Self-trust

  • "I’ve figured things out before. I can do it again."

When we adopt a growth mindset, we build the habit of learning from the takeaways every situation provides.

Relationship ended? Now I know what I do & don’t need.

Method didn’t work? Now I can pinpoint what threw me off & pivot.

Growth mindset isn’t toxic positivity! It means knowing your brain, and backing yourself.

How to Build a Growth Mindset with ADHD

Next time you hit a roadblock or feel like you’ve failed, go through each of the questions and phrases below. Take your time reflecting and considering your answer.

Feel Like I Can't Do It

1. "I’ve figured out hard things before. I can try again with more info this time."

2. "What does this teach me about how I work best?"

3. "How could I do this differently with my ADHD brain in mind?"

4. "How can I reward myself for trying, not just succeeding?"

Building Confidence

1. "What’s something I’ve handled before that once felt impossible?"

2. "What strengths did I use to get through that?"

3. "How can I bring those into this situation?"

Getting Curious Instead of Judgmental

1. "What about this task felt overwhelming?"

2. "Was I tired, overstimulated, unclear on steps, or unmotivated?"

3. "What support would make this flow easier next time?"

BONUS Mindset shifts

• "I’m striving for completion, not perfection right now."

• "Responsible rest is productive because the human body needs energy to function."

• "The ways people act are direct results of their life experiences and insecurities, NOT me as a person."

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I believe in you,

Coach Brooke