This was something that “ADHD Jesse” talked about in his Avoiding Toxic Productivity Advice for ADHD1 YouTube video. The four C’s of motivation can be helpful to recognize how certainwork can be reframed to induce motivation for folks with ADHD.

Captivate

Finding something that captivate your interest.

Create

The novelty of creating something new. This can provide dopamine from the anticipation.

Compete

The enjoyment of a good challenge.

Complete

Setting due dates and deadlines. Applying urgency.

Footnotes

  1. https://youtube.com/watch?v=JsT3KPYJFl4