I have one, clear goal for the direction I want for my life. Problem is, I have ADHD. I have thousands of “good” ideas of what I “should” be doing. I cannot possibly do all of them. Many of them seem good but are really distractions, or discouragements that will keep me from my goal. When I think about what action to take, I ask myself “Will you lead me to my goal?” For whatever reason, the thought will answer either “yes” or “no”. I reply, “Then, I will follow you. Thank you!” or “Then, then I won’t follow you.”
It makes for some very awkward pauses. But, I’ve decided that pausing to consider is more important than looking good, or having a quick answer. Going the right direction is more important than getting nowhere at turbo fast speed.
Well, that’s my process. What’s yours?
Happy Sunday!
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