ADHD Concepts Guide

Task Paralysis and OCD: Why You Feel Stuck

Does your brain feel like a frozen computer? You know what to do, but your body won't move. This is what task paralysis and OCD feel like together.

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What is it?

Task paralysis is when you cannot start a job because you feel overwhelmed. OCD adds a fear that you must do it 'the right way.' It's like having your foot on the gas and the brake at the same time.

Signs & Symptoms

Staring at a task for hours without moving

Feeling like you must do it perfectly or not at all

Thinking about the steps over and over until you are tired

Why does this happen?

Your brain's starter motor is jammed. OCD makes you worry about mistakes. To stay safe, your brain shuts down and chooses to do nothing instead.

The Action Plan

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

Spot the feeling

Say out loud, 'I am stuck right now and that is okay.'

Pick a micro-move

Choose one tiny thing, like just picking up a pen.

The 2-minute test

Commit to doing the task for only two minutes.

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