I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD

Episode 314: Why Celebrating Your Wins Matters + How to Start


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In Episode 314: Why Celebrating Your Wins Matters + How to Start, You Will Discover:
  • Why your ADHD brain struggles to feel satisfied after major accomplishments, even after hard work
  • Why feeling proud isn't selfish - it's essential for registering progress and maintaining motivation
  • Practical ways to celebrate wins, train your brain to recognize success, and experience the satisfaction you deserve
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  • Get the physical copy of your Count Your Wins journal here
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Chapter Outline
  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 02:51 Struggles with Celebrating Success
  • 04:59 Common Experiences of Dismissing Wins
  • 06:21 Understanding Success Amnesia and ADHD
  • 11:24 The Discomfort of Acknowledging Achievements
  • 22:48 Strategies to Recognize and Celebrate Wins
  • 32:29 Conclusion and Next Steps

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