Welcome, brave adventurer! You’re about to embark on a heroic quest of monumental proportions – or, you know, just kind of a fun way to get a few things done, ADHD-style. This journey won’t require heavy lifting (phew) or brain-busting concentration (thank goodness), but it will involve a bit of magical productivity, sprinkled with fun and sprinkled with "barely trying." Grab your ADHD armor (your favorite hoodie and snack) and prepare for the easiest quest of your life.
Quest 1: The Legendary 5-Minute Cleanup (aka "The Quickie Tidy")
Objective: Clean that “pit of chaos” (aka your desk or a random corner of your room) for 5 minutes. ONLY 5 minutes. Because anything more? We both know you’re just going to disappear into a YouTube hole. Let’s be honest here.
Steps:
- Summon your favorite song—Hit play on something that makes you want to move. Dance if you must (we encourage it).
- Start the timer—You get exactly 5 minutes of productivity. (Hint: This is a mini-quest, so don’t overthink it).
- Grab random stuff—Throw items into their "approximate" homes. Remember, "approximate" is the magic word here. Done is better than perfect.
- Bonus XP for Hiding—Anything you don’t know what to do with? Toss it in a drawer! The "Drawer of Mystery" is totally valid.
Reward: Look at that! A semi-clear space! And now you can feel like you’ve got your life together. Quest complete!
Quest 2: The "15-Minute Frenzy of Fun" (aka Getting One Big Thing Done)
Objective: Slay the dragon—uh, I mean, tackle that ONE big thing you’ve been avoiding (like an email, assignment, or scary adult responsibility) in just 15 minutes. It's not going to be done-perfectly, but "done-ISH" is the goal.
Steps:
- Arm yourself with snacks—Obviously, you need provisions for a journey like this.
- Set a timer—15 minutes. That’s it. Like, barely enough time to complain.
- Break the task into the tiniest steps—Because we all know how overwhelming even "starting" can be. First, open your laptop. Then, open a tab. Then, type one sentence or click one button. BOOM, progress.
- Reward yourself halfway through—You’re a hero for even starting. So, snack, stretch, or scroll for a minute after 7 minutes. (Yes, you’re officially a hero at this point).
Reward: Bragging rights, because you actually started something. Starting is, like, 90% of winning in the ADHD world. Quest complete!
Quest 3: The “Laundry Monster Showdown” (aka Battling That Pile of Clothes)
Objective: Conquer Mount Laundry by doing…well…something with it. You’re not going to fold it all. Let’s not kid ourselves. But you might toss some of it in a basket or hang up a few shirts. That counts!
Steps:
- Pick up just 3 things—That’s it. Start small. Baby steps, right?
- Throw them somewhere they belong—Clothes chair? Drawer? The magical floor that cleans itself? We don’t judge.
- Realize this is actually not so bad—Maybe you’ll even toss a few more items away from your eyesight. You’re on fire now!
- Decide that’s enough for today—We didn’t promise a mountain, we promised a molehill. Mission accomplished!
Reward: You are now a laundry wizard with magical abilities to shrink clothing piles. Time to celebrate with a mini-break and a YouTube video. Quest complete!
Quest 4: The Great Calendar of Wonder
Objective: Set up a day that doesn’t make you want to scream (or procrastinate for 5 hours). We’re going to make a plan, but we’re doing it ADHD-style, which means barely doing it but still feeling like we did something.
Steps:
- Get a calendar—Could be on your phone or some random piece of paper. (Your hand also works. We’re not picky.)
- Pick ONE thing to do tomorrow—Literally just one. Like, “Buy cat food” or “Finally water that dying plant.” No need to get ambitious.
- Write it down in large, epic letters—Add an exclamation point for dramatic flair.
- Plan for chaos—Build in a 2-hour "oops, I forgot" window because it’s inevitable. And that’s okay.
Reward: You’re officially an organizer of time. If people ask you what you’re doing tomorrow, you can proudly say “I have a plan.” Quest complete!
ADHD Life Hacks – The Legendary Cheat Codes:
These "life hacks" will add +10 to your productivity without actually doing much work. You’re welcome.
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Hack #1: Place random sticky notes EVERYWHERE. That way, you can say, “I totally didn’t forget, see? It’s on my sticky note!” Even if you forgot.
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Hack #2: Set an absurdly early alarm with a label like, “Don’t snooze, future you will hate you.” Does it work? Maybe once. But hey, you tried.
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Hack #3: Bribery works. Like, really works. Tell yourself if you finish one tiny task, you get to eat your favorite snack or binge-watch your show. Trick yourself into winning.
Final Quest: The Pretherapy Box – Your DIY Kit to Level Up
Before you embark on the final boss battle of tackling all things ADHD, sometimes you need a Pretherapy Box—your secret weapon to “prepare before you need to repair.” Think of it as your own starter pack of tools and coping skills to help you conquer ADHD struggles. It’s got a bit of everything you need, like bite-sized strategies for focus, simple ways to stay organized (ish), and fun tips for when you feel overwhelmed.
In this box, you’ll find:
- Quick exercises to bring your brain back to life.
- Cheat sheets for breaking down tasks into mini-quests (because who needs big ones?).
- Tactics for staying on track without feeling like it’s work.
It’s like a map that helps you find your way before you even need to call in reinforcements. You’ll learn how to build your own ADHD-friendly toolkit, prepping you to stay ahead of life's chaotic curveballs before you’re at the repair shop. The Pretherapy Box: prepares before you need to repair. Plus, it comes with bonus bragging rights because you’re now fully equipped to take on life’s quests, ADHD-style.
Congratulations, adventurer! You’ve completed the worksheet! You're officially a master of ADHD quests and life hacks. Remember, every epic quest starts small, and sometimes the biggest victory is just getting started!
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