What It Takes to Follow Through on New Year Resolutions When You Have Adult ADD
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Have you made a resolution or two already? Are you starting to realize that it’s just not as easy to follow through with as you had hoped? And if you haven’t made a formal resolution, have you been telling yourself that “this year will be different,” only to find that it’s starting to seem like the same old, same old, all over again? Don’t worry. You’re not alone. January is a time when ADDers across the world vow to never again be late for another appointment, end procrastination for good, go to bed on time each night, and finally get organized! If only it were that easy. In actuality, many people set themselves up for failure. Making positive change in life is not about willpower. If you’re setting goals for yourself this year and thinking that you’ll achieve them simply because you want to, then you’re missing some important pieces of the puzzle. Firstly, no one ever sets out to fail or disappoint. We all have the best intentions…but intentions can only take you so far. Secondly, we all do the best we can with the tools and skills that we have available to us. If you want to make a positive change in your life, you’ll have to find the tools and develop the skills that were previously unavailable to you. This takes time, patience, and dedication. Instead of becoming frustrated and discouraged when you fall away from your resolutions in 2007, try asking yourself: what do I need to learn in order to achieve my goal?
Jennifer Koretsky is the Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of the ADD Management Group, LLC. Jennifer and her team work with ADD adults who are overwhelmed with everyday life in order to help them simplify, focus, and succeed. For free resources and more information, visit http://www.ADDmanagement.com.
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