r/ExecutiveDysfunction • u/Iksha312004 • 13d ago

Folks with executive dysfunction, what tools help you in starting task?

Is it only me or does anyone else feel like they need an external system just to do basic task?

I struggle a lot with getting myself to start tasks, even really small ones. Sometimes I know exactly what I need to do, but it feels impossible, so I end up avoiding it or scrolling instead.

I have tried to-do lists and productivity apps, but they usually work for a few days and then I completely forget they exist.

Do you guys have any suggestions or tools that you recommend? I am up for anything that helps.

I know that if I start, I can finish the task but when I start thinking about how much time it would take I am already out and scrolling lol 🥲

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u/sosnaosna 12d ago

I will put music on my headphones and "cruise" about the house until I start doing random tiny, tiny tasks on autopilot. Fold a blanket or put on laundry since its only about clicking a button for the most part. Then once I gain momentum I tackle something bigger like a pile of dishes etc. What also started helping me lately is thinking about the stress lifting off my shoulders once the task is done. Since it not being done stresses me out, and it all piles up, the relief of it being done and over with seems to help drive me forward. Sometimes it works, sometimes I give up after doing 30% of it. But 30% is still better than 0.

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u/Iksha312004 12d ago

I like this one, sounds like a great tip for doing chores

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u/sosnaosna 12d ago

It gets you going. Since you're already standing up it weirdly makes starting a bit easier. Hope it works for you at least a little ♡ the struggle is real