Parenting with Impact

Ep 167: But I Don't Want To! The Emotions Behind Procrastination


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Dani Donovan is a purpose-driven creator and the founder/CEO of The Anti-Boring Project. Her unorthodox self-help book “The Anti-Planner: How to Get Sh*t Done When You Don’t Feel Like It” offers procrastinators innovative strategies, activities, and games to understand their emotions and overcome productivity roadblocks. Dani’s work empowers individuals with ADHD understand themselves, feel a sense of belonging, and better explain their struggles to loved ones. Her relatable webcomics, viral TikToks, and closing keynote at the 2021 International ADHD Conference have established her as a prominent voice in the mental health community. Dani has been featured in publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, BBC News, and The Guardian. Her efforts have encouraged thousands to seek diagnosis and treatment. Check out her work at ADHDDD.com and anti-planner.com!Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Dani Donovan about procrastination and emotion.Top 12 Tips To Help Your Complex KidsGot complex kids? Yeah, so do we. Parenting a complex kid can be frustrating, overwhelming, and isolating. It can also be incredibly rewarding -- with the right help and guidance! This FREEinsider's guide  from the experts at ImpactParents includes our top 12 tips to help you create a calm, peaceful home and guide your kids to become more independent every day.UTM: https://impactparents.pages.ontraport.net/top-twelve-tips-bonus?utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_source=episode&utm_medium=cta&utm_content=12-tipsHere is what to expect on this week’s show:•Dani emphasizes the effectiveness of personalized learning strategies, such as using art to help her son study. This highlights the significance of tailoring educational approaches to individual interests and needs.•The Feelings-Based Productivity Approach advocated by Dani organizes productivity tools based on emotional states. This approach addresses how individuals feel, ultimately boosting productivity by acknowledging and working with their emotions.•Elaine and Dani stress the importance of collaborative communication and incorporating humor to navigate the challenges of ADHD. Effective communication and a light-hearted approach can make dealing with ADHD-related difficulties more manageable.Related Links:•How to Respond When Your Kid Says Everything is Boring: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/kid-says-everything-is-boring/•Empathy: A Magic Wand to Connect with Complex Kids and Teens: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/empathy-a-magic-wand-to-connect-with-complex-kids-teens/•The Anti Boring Project: https://www.antiboringproject.com•ADHD Conference: https://chadd.org/conference/•The Anti-Planner: https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1944627073/?tag=im0ea3-20Connect with Dani:Website:  anti-planner.comWebsite:  https://adhddd.com/Twitter:  https://x.com/danidonovanTikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@danidonovanInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/danidonovanPatreon:  patreon.com/danidonovanGet your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent@impactparentLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/@impactparentsX (fka Twitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents@impactparentsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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