You might have executive dysfunction
Why do I drag my feet when it's time to start a new task even if I know I'll enjoy it once I get started?
Submitted 12 hours ago by ccunning@lemmy.world to nostupidquestions@lemmy.world
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Aquila@sh.itjust.works 12 hours ago
ccunning@lemmy.world 11 hours ago
Wasn’t sure if this was a dig or a legit suggestion so I looked it up and, honestly, yeah - maybe.
It sounds like ADHD is a prime (or the?) example of this and that definitely wasn’t on my radar. The HD part of ADHD does not ring true to me but maybe it manifests in unexpected ways.
SharkEatingBreakfast@sopuli.xyz 3 hours ago
There are 2 types of ADHD: ADHD (hyperactive) and ADHD-PI (primarily inattentive). I have ADHD-PI, which does not really manifest hyperactivity. More like the “I can’t drive once my meds wear off because I’ll get distracted and drive up a curb”-type.
Executive dysfunction is a major part of my diagnosis, as well.
Not saying that you absolutely have ADHD, but it’s something to be mindful of if you find that its hugely affecting your life in a negative way.
Aquila@sh.itjust.works 10 hours ago
It presents in many ways that often don’t seem to make sense. Stimulants usually have opposite effect for those with adhd. They can be calming
BmeBenji@lemm.ee 11 hours ago
I’ve heard that some people who have ADHD can have a real hard time with “transitioning” from one frame of mind to another as is required for starting a new task of any kind. I imagine people who don’t have ADHD can also struggle with that sometimes
Smelting_Craftwork@sh.itjust.works 11 hours ago
Autistic people can also struggle with transitions from one task/state to another.
TheButtonJustSpins@infosec.pub 11 hours ago
There’s a large overlap between ADHD and autism.
ccunning@lemmy.world 10 hours ago
I definitely have autistic traits but always hesitate to talk about; I think there’s a lot of negative sentiment towards undiagnosed folks self-diagnosing.
BuboScandiacus@mander.xyz 2 hours ago
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Sergio@lemmy.world 8 hours ago
A lot of people are saying ADHD, but I think in some cases it could also be anxiety or depression.
ccunning@lemmy.world 8 hours ago
I don’t feel depressed, but anxiety is definitely on the menu…
scarabic@lemmy.world 3 hours ago
Depression isn’t “feeling sad.” It has a lot of symptoms people do t commonly associate with it, including irritability and lack of motivation.
nadram@lemmy.world 11 hours ago
Because everyone is struggling and tired of it? I think mental exhaustion, burnout, anxiety are common currency these days. Don’t be hard on yourself if you need a warm up before you get started, like an old reliable beloved car.
Lupus@feddit.org 11 hours ago
A body at rest requires more energy to reach a given speed than one already in motion.
RedditIsDeddit@lemmy.world 12 hours ago
I think it all comes down to attitude if you approach the new task as a welcome challenge as opposed to a chore it tends to be a more positive experience initially
ccunning@lemmy.world 11 hours ago
I don’t think this is it. Like I said, I actually know I’ll enjoy it once I get started but I will scramble to come up with anything else to do instead to avoid starting it.
socsa@piefed.social 10 hours ago
ADHD
HubertManne@piefed.social 8 hours ago
I don't know but I know the feeling.
Outwit1294@lemmy.today 11 hours ago
Shut up! And get out of my head!
madjo@feddit.nl 1 hour ago
Do you perhaps fear failure? That you might do it incorrectly?
That’s a bit what’s stopping me often from starting something new.
ccunning@lemmy.world 1 hour ago
That’s definitely part of my anxiety issues. But that wasn’t what was slowing me down from the particular task in my sights when I made this post.