ADHD Concepts Guide

ADHD How to Start a Task and Break the Freeze

That invisible wall in front of you is real. It is not a sign that you are lazy or failing. Your brain is simply hitting a roadblock in its internal wiring.

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What is it?

Starting a task is called task initiation. It is the mental process that allows you to stop thinking and start moving. For many, this switch is harder to flip.

Signs & Symptoms

Feeling physically stuck in a chair while your mind races.
Staring at a screen or a mess without knowing where to touch first.
A growing sense of guilt that makes the task feel even heavier.

Why does this happen?

Your brain runs on dopamine. This chemical acts like fuel for your prefrontal cortex. In an ADHD brain, dopamine levels are often lower. This makes it hard for your brain to see the 'reward' of a task before you do it. Your amygdala may also see the task as a threat, which triggers a freeze response.

The Action Plan

Try breaking down your next task like this to overcome the block:
1

The Physical Pivot

1m

Just stand up without thinking about the task itself.

2

The Tiny Touch

1m

Touch one object related to the work, like a pen or a dish.

3

The Micro Start

3m

Do the absolute smallest version of the job, like writing one word.

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