ADHD Concepts Guide

How to Treat Task Paralysis: Getting Unstuck Right Now

You are sitting there, staring at a list. You want to move, but your body says no. It feels like you are glued to the chair. This is hard, but you are not lazy.

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What is it?

Task paralysis happens when your brain gets overwhelmed by too many choices. It feels like your 'starter motor' is broken. You know what to do, but you cannot make yourself do it.

Signs & Symptoms

Feeling frozen or stuck in one spot
Scrolling on your phone for hours without enjoying it
A heavy, anxious feeling in your chest
Knowing you have work but doing nothing instead

Why does this happen?

Your brain sees a big task as a threat. It releases stress chemicals that shut down your ability to start. Your brain's alarm system is just too loud right now.

The Action Plan

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

Wiggle your toes

1m

Start by moving one tiny part of your body to break the physical freeze.

2

Stand up and stretch

1m

Just stand up and reach for the ceiling for five seconds.

3

Drink a glass of water

2m

The cold water helps reset your senses and wakes up your brain.

4

Pick one tiny 'micro-task'

1m

Find something that takes ten seconds, like throwing away one piece of trash.

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