How do you prompt yourself to start a task?
Just a bit of context, I live on my own with two cats (but I can’t always rely on them to remind/push me to do stuff).
I was diagnosed with combined adhd, and I’ve been on Elvanse 50mg for half a year now, which I’ve regulated to (but I still recognise how it stabilises my mood and helps keep me focused once I start).
My problem:
Over time I’ve fallen back to the “categorically piling” method, instead of doing chores I’d pile them into their areas, until I decide to do them. Laundry, dishes and recycling cardboard are the main culprits.
I have tried calendars, to do lists, using a whiteboard, reminders. I can even actively think about the tasks I need to do but here I am typing about it instead.
What I find most effective is body doubling, having someone else in the room almost shifts my mindset on tasks completely. Not such a convenient option for me right now but I’ve heard of online services.
Question:
What works for you? Particularly if you are someone that lives on their own.
Thank you!