Truth About Dyslexia - Help For Adults

The 5 ‘Must Know’ ADHD Motivations


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In this episode, Stephen Martin reflects on the transition into 2025, emphasizing the importance of understanding personal motivators, particularly for those with ADHD and dyslexia. He discusses how traditional motivators like rewards and consequences differ for neurodiverse individuals, who are often driven by interest, novelty, challenge, urgency, and passion. Stephen shares insights on how to leverage these motivators for personal growth and goal setting in the new year.



Takeaways

  • Reflecting on the past year is crucial for personal growth.
  • Unstructured time can be beneficial for mental clarity.
  • ADHD and dyslexia influence motivation differently than neurotypical individuals.
  • Interest is a key motivator for neurodiverse people.
  • Novelty can create excitement and drive action.
  • Challenge and competition can be strong motivators for ADHD individuals.
  • Urgency often compels action in neurodiverse minds.
  • Passion fuels long-term engagement and motivation.
  • Consequences may not effectively motivate neurodiverse individuals.
  • Understanding personal motivators can lead to better goal setting.


  • Keywords

    ADHD, dyslexia, motivation, neurodiversity, personal growth, 2025, interest, novelty, challenge, urgency, passion, adults with dyslexia, support for adults.



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