Appointments, birthdays, permission slips, library books, names, the one thing you went into the store for…
In today's episode, I delve into one of the most frustrating features of ADHD: forgetting important things.
From my personal experiences of forgetting to pick up THE ONE THING that my husband had requested while I went backpacking through Spain to missing my child's swim lesson due to a mix-up in scheduling, we’ll explore the guilt and shame that often accompany these forgetful moments.
But it's important to remember that having ADHD is not an excuse for forgetfulness, but rather an explanation. But how do you clearly make the distinction in your intention so everyone’s not mad at you for forgetting the thing for the 300th time???
In this episode, we explore the delicate balance between understanding the role of ADHD and taking personal accountability for our actions. Join me as we uncover strategies and insights to navigate through forgetfulness and rewrite our stories from shame spiral to success story.
Get ready for a powerful (and uncomfortable) discussion on forgetfulness in motherhood and ADHD.
Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here:
https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-210-sorry-i-forgot-excuse-explanation-adhd
Time blindness. YES. It's a very real thing and it can be a challenge for lots of people with ADHD.
I'm here to tell you there IS HOPE!
I created a resource for mamas like you so you can stop waiting until the last minute to complete the project, send in the forms, or do the shopping.
Stop stressing about time. It doesn't have to be that way.
Grab my Secrets for Overcoming Time Blindness, a free resource on my website here:
https://www.patriciasung.com/monthahead
E181: Fear of Failure as a Mom with ADHD? The Truth About Being Consistent vs. Persistent
E180: Following the Wrong Leader: Are You Choosing Wisely for your ADHD Family?
E179: Is ADHD a Superpower? Focusing on the Strengths of ADHD without Toxic Positivity
E178: Is it ADHD Hypersensitivity or Sensory Overload? Using Interoception and Somatics to Listen to and Connect with Your Body with Elizabeth Brink and Anna Lopez
E177: Lost at Sea with ADHD: Stop Floundering through Life while Drowning
E176: Body Doubling for ADHD: Anxiety Alert or Helpful Productivity Hack?
E175: Exit the Emotional Rollercoaster: How to Help Your ADHD Child Build Their Emotional Regulation Skills with Dr. Carrie Jackson
E174: Skip Your New Year’s Resolution: 3 Alternative Questions to Achieve the Right Goals for Your ADHD
E173: 4 Steps to Stop Your Holiday Stress: Clean up the Chaos one Baby Step at a Time
E172: Whats the difference between an IEP and 504 plan? A teacher's explanation
E171: Thankful for You! 3 Black Friday Deals on Community Courses and Coaching
E170: You’re Invited to Successful Mama Meetups - How to Make Your Goal Fun for ADHD: Goal Setting with ADHD Part 4
E169: How to Follow Through When You Forget About Your Goal: Goal Setting with ADHD Part 3
E168: How to Find Your Motivation When You Just Don’t Want to Do The Thing: Goal Setting with ADHD Part 2
E167: How to Make a Plan When You Stink at Planning: Goal Setting with ADHD Part 1
E166: Overstimulation & Dysregulation - 3 Steps for Preparing for the Holidays ADHD Style: Your Questions Answered!
E165: How To Do Less But Better, Especially When You Have a Busy Brain with Tracy Stanger
E164: Overcome ADHD Imposter Syndrome: How to Stop Feeling Like A Failure, A Fraud, or Like You Aren’t Good Enough
E163: ADHD Paralysis: 7 Simple Steps to Unthaw From ADHD “Freeze”
E162: It's Just One Glass of Wine! Groundhog Day Drinking: How to Stop the Vicious Cycle of Self-Medicating your ADHD with Alcohol with Carolyn Robistow LPC
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