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4 rules I break so I don't end up in ADHD burnout.

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Why it worked

The post resonated with viewers by validating common struggles of individuals with ADHD and offering a relatable perspective on self-care and productivity. The use of clear, concise text on visually simple slides made the message easily digestible and shareable.

Summary

The creator shares four rules they break to avoid ADHD burnout, including skipping skincare, leaving the kitchen messy, letting their toddler watch TV, and prioritizing ease over productivity. They explain that these actions are survival mechanisms that protect their mental health and allow them to be a better parent.

Structure

1Introduction to breaking rules for ADHD burnout
2Skipping self-care and chores
3Allowing screen time for regulation
4Prioritizing ease and mental health
5Reframing 'lazy' habits as burnout prevention
6Call to action: share a rule you stopped feeling guilty about

Call to action

Which "rule" have you stopped feeling guilty about?

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4 rules I break so I don't end up in ADHD burnout. I skip my skincare. Sometimes I even skip brushing my teeth. Because when my battery is empty, I stop trying to be the "perfect" adult. I leave the kitchen a mess. Some nights I don't clean up after dinner. Because I'd rather wake up to dirty dishes than go to bed completely burnt out. I let my toddler watch TV. Not because I can't be bothered. Because sometimes I need 20 minutes to regulate my own nervous system so I can be the mum he deserves afterwards. I make life easier instead of more productive. Paper plates. Pre-chopped veg. Leaving the washing until tomorrow. If it protects my mental health... I'm doing it. I used to think these things made me lazy. Now I know they're the reason I don't end up in ADHD burnout. 💚 Which "rule" have you stopped feeling guilty about?

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I used to think breaking these “rules” made me lazy. Now I know they stop me ending up in ADHD burnout. Some seasons of life call for survival, not perfection. If skipping the dishes means I have the patience to read one more bedtime story… That’s a win. If 20 minutes of TV helps me regulate so I can be a calmer mum… That’s a win. If paper plates, pre-chopped veg or yesterday’s washing protect my mental health… That’s a win too. Stop judging yourself by neurotypical standards. Start asking what your brain actually needs. 💚 Which one do you do that you still feel guilty about? Save this for the days you need permission to choose “good enough.”