Are any of these experiences familiar to you?
- You have difficulty staying focused on a task for very long
- You start tasks but rarely finish them
- You get easily distracted by your surroundings or thoughts
- You forget appointments or important deadlines
- You experience the situation around you as unreal or ‘outside of yourself’
- You are afraid of losing control You are afraid of going crazy
- You have a tendency to avoid situations or places
I have trouble focusing
Do you have difficulty staying focused on something? Are you constantly switching from one thing to another, without really having a clear grasp of what you are doing? And do you feel like you are constantly encountering obstacles and not reaching your full potential? For many people with concentration problems or ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), this is a daily experience. When your mind never seems to stop and you are constantly distracted by both external and internal stimuli, you can quickly lose track of what you are doing. This can be very frustrating in both your work and your personal life.
Difficulty concentrating is common in people with ADHD, but others can also experience it due to stress, fatigue or a busy lifestyle. In those with ADHD, there is often a combination of attention problems and impulsivity, and sometimes hyperactivity. This can significantly affect your ability to stay organised and complete tasks.
Our practitioners can help you find greater focus and balance in your life. Our ultimate goal is to help you develop effective strategies for greater focus and better concentration.
Possible approaches
- Mindfulness
- ADHD coaching
- Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
- Breathing and relaxation techniques
ADHD is like having a Ferrari engine in your head… with bicycle brakes. – Dr. Edward Hallowell
