What type of journaling approach appeals to you?

Journaling without writing (selecting options, visual, etc.), Guided questions I can answer quickly, Low-pressure, no-perfection-required approach, Flexible consistency - no guilt about missing days, Specifically designed for ADHD brains, Quick and simple - no long sessions required, Adaptive - adjusts to my energy and focus levels

What would help you most with journaling?

Removing barriers - making it easier to start, A way to journal without perfectionism getting in the way, Tips for building consistency that actually work for ADHD, Reducing decision fatigue and choices, Using journaling for emotional regulation with ADHD, Support for rejection sensitive dysphoria, Practical, actionable tips I can implement right away

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Q: What's your biggest challenge with journaling as someone with ADHD?

Staring at a blank page, not knowing where to start, Perfectionism - I want it to be perfect or I won't do it, Staying consistent - I start but can't maintain the habit, Decision fatigue - too many choices overwhelm me, Rejection sensitive dysphoria - fear of judging my own writing, Writing feels like too much work or I'm bad at it, Difficulty initiating - I know I should but can't start

Traditional journaling can feel overwhelming for ADHD brains. Discover journaling approaches that work with your neurodivergent mind—methods that reduce decision fatigue, accommodate perfectionism, and support emotional regulation without adding pressure.

Who is this topic for?

This topic is for anyone with ADHD or similar neurodivergent traits who wants to journal but finds traditional methods challenging. If blank pages, perfectionism, or rejection sensitive dysphoria have kept you from journaling, you'll find approaches here that actually work for your brain.

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Staring at a blank page, not knowing where to start

Perfectionism - I want it to be perfect or I won't do it

Staying consistent - I start but can't maintain the habit

Decision fatigue - too many choices overwhelm me

Rejection sensitive dysphoria - fear of judging my own writing

Writing feels like too much work or I'm bad at it

Difficulty initiating - I know I should but can't start

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