Ever find yourself 95% done with a task… and somehow still not finishing it?

In this episode, we're talking about what I call the infinite 5% — that last little stretch of a project that somehow takes forever. We'll break down why this pattern shows up (especially for ADHD brains), what's actually going on when it feels impossible to cross the finish line, and two powerful mindset shifts that can help you finally finish — or give yourself permission to pause — without guilt or burnout.

You'll learn:

• Why the last 5% of a task feels so hard to finish — and how ADHD brains get stuck in the "almost done" loop
• The five hidden challenges that make completing projects feel overwhelming (even when you're this close)
• Two ADHD-friendly ways to redefine what "done" really means — without relying on perfection or burnout

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Chapter Outline

00:00 Introduction: The Infinite 5%

01:40 Understanding the Infinite 5%

02:19 Real-Life Examples of the Infinite 5%

04:34 Why the Last 5% is So Challenging

09:24 Perfectionism and the Expanding 5%

12:18 Redefining 'Done'

17:32 Practical Steps to Define 'Done'

19:22 Final Thoughts