Finding it hard to start a task?: Here's your easy check in to figure out why

Struggling to start a task? You're not alone

Task initiation difficulties are incredibly common for autistic and ADHD adults, but the reasons behind them can vary hugely from person to person, and even day to day. Sometimes it's overwhelm, sometimes it's not knowing where to start, sometimes it's something else entirely.

This one page check-in tool brings together a clear list of possible reasons why starting a task might feel hard, so you can quickly scan through and identify what's actually going on for you in the moment, rather than getting stuck guessing or defaulting to "I'm just lazy" (you're not).

Once you know what's actually getting in the way, it becomes so much easier to find a strategy that works for you, rather than trying generic advice that was never built with your brain in mind.

Quick, simple, and designed to be used again and again whenever you hit that "I can't start this" wall.

if you have any issue accessing the document pop me an email and ill send you it directly! Alex@navigateneurodiversityot.com

Please note: This resource is not for professional use, and is not licensed as such. This is a tool for personal use only. This resource is designed as a self-reflection and check-in tool to support your own understanding of task initiation difficulties. It is not a diagnostic tool, and it isn't a substitute for occupational therapy, medical advice, or mental health support. If you're finding task initiation consistently difficult and it's significantly impacting your daily life, it may be worth speaking to a qualified professional, such as an occupational therapist, who can support you with a more personalised approach.

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