by Kourosh | Jan 23, 2026 | ADHD & Wandering Minds, Writings
When we cannot act, we might well wonder what to do with the “I don’t wanna” feelings… The core of the issue is deeper than simple “just” starting. Otherwise, it would reliably work. If we define motivation as the alignment of emotions with intention, we might then...
by Kourosh | Dec 26, 2025 | ADHD & Wandering Minds, Writings
I might … just might… do the dishes now… Oh my goodness, I’m getting up. I’m walking over to the dishes. I’m doing it! Suddenly a voice calls from the other room, “Hey, you haven’t done the dishes in a while. When are you going to do the dishes already?” Ugh, I don’t...
by Kourosh | Dec 12, 2025 | ADHD & Wandering Minds, Writings
Consider having a book in hand. Now picture doing so while sitting on a airplane, with minimal distractions, maybe without wifi. You’ve likely been in such a situation somewhere in your life. What happened? You may well have started to read. Not only that, but...
by Kourosh | Dec 5, 2025 | ADHD & Wandering Minds, On Play and Productivity, Writings
What if I did my weekly review? But I also have to write a report. Oh wait, my nails need clipping. Ugh, this is hopeless. Maybe I just need a “reset.” I’ll just see what’s on Instagram… (3 hours later) Where did the day go? I had so much to do! Getting lost in...
by Kourosh | Nov 28, 2025 | ADHD & Wandering Minds, On Mind, On Play and Productivity, Writings
Alright, Let’s see what I’ve got on my list here. Visit the gym. Are you kidding me?” Sometimes the simplest things can feel like the heaviest weights. The simpler they are, the more we paradoxically “can’t be bothered.” Head to the garage, show up to the...
