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Why “Simple” Tasks Feel Impossible with ADHD

Why “Simple” Tasks Feel Impossible with ADHD

If you’ve ever felt broken for not replying to a text or starting a basic task—you’re not lazy, your brain is just wired differently. Here’s why “simple” doesn’t mean “easy” with ADHD… and what helps.

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May 13, 2025
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“Just do it.”
“It's not that hard.”
“You had all day—how is it still not done?”

Sound familiar?

If you have ADHD, you’ve probably heard this.
Or worse, you’ve said it to yourself.

The task is simple. You k…

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