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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?

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Submitted ⁨⁨19⁩ ⁨hours⁩ ago⁩ by ⁨ccunning@lemmy.world⁩ to ⁨[deleted]⁩

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  • Aquila@sh.itjust.works ⁨18⁩ ⁨hours⁩ ago

    You might have executive dysfunction

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    • ccunning@lemmy.world ⁨18⁩ ⁨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.

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      • SharkEatingBreakfast@sopuli.xyz ⁨10⁩ ⁨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.

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      • Aquila@sh.itjust.works ⁨17⁩ ⁨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

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  • BmeBenji@lemm.ee ⁨18⁩ ⁨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

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    • Smelting_Craftwork@sh.itjust.works ⁨18⁩ ⁨hours⁩ ago

      Autistic people can also struggle with transitions from one task/state to another.

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      • TheButtonJustSpins@infosec.pub ⁨18⁩ ⁨hours⁩ ago

        There’s a large overlap between ADHD and autism.

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      • ccunning@lemmy.world ⁨17⁩ ⁨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.

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  • nadram@lemmy.world ⁨18⁩ ⁨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.

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  • Sergio@lemmy.world ⁨15⁩ ⁨hours⁩ ago

    A lot of people are saying ADHD, but I think in some cases it could also be anxiety or depression.

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    • corsicanguppy@lemmy.ca ⁨3⁩ ⁨hours⁩ ago

      I think the cause isn’t as important because, for all of them, I think, the solution could be the same.

      Take one small bite of that huge daunting pie, and get the ball rolling. Then take another bite; do something easy. And then another. And now you’re off.

      I have tasks lined up for yeeeeears I think. It’s daunting. I do it a bite at a time.

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    • ccunning@lemmy.world ⁨15⁩ ⁨hours⁩ ago

      I don’t feel depressed, but anxiety is definitely on the menu…

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      • scarabic@lemmy.world ⁨10⁩ ⁨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.

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  • madjo@feddit.nl ⁨8⁩ ⁨hours⁩ 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.

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    • ccunning@lemmy.world ⁨8⁩ ⁨hours⁩ 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.

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  • Lupus@feddit.org ⁨18⁩ ⁨hours⁩ ago

    A body at rest requires more energy to reach a given speed than one already in motion.

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  • BuboScandiacus@mander.xyz ⁨9⁩ ⁨hours⁩ ago

    @remindme@mstdn.social 2 day

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  • RedditIsDeddit@lemmy.world ⁨19⁩ ⁨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

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    • ccunning@lemmy.world ⁨18⁩ ⁨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.

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  • socsa@piefed.social ⁨17⁩ ⁨hours⁩ ago

    ADHD

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  • Outwit1294@lemmy.today ⁨18⁩ ⁨hours⁩ ago

    Shut up! And get out of my head!

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  • HubertManne@piefed.social ⁨15⁩ ⁨hours⁩ ago

    I don't know but I know the feeling.

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