I've been told that I have problems with seeing things through all the way. How do I correct this problem?

Question

For some reason, I seem to get bored, or lose interest in things I should complete. I am interested at the beginning, but often procrastinate, and never get back to it, although I always intended to. I don't like this trait, but don't know how to remedy it. Any suggestions?

Answer 1

This is a typical trait of us Attention Deficit Blessed types. We have big dreams and impulsively start big projects, then get bored quickly and can't follow through. Boredom is our worst enemy, but we're the creative types who think outside the box (what box? ADB types aren't even aware that there is such a thing as a box).

Recommendation: Carry a small notebook and pencil, write down your big creative ideas right away. The next day, look at your list and prioritize. During the impulsive moment when it seems like a great idea, it seems wonderful, but sleep on it before you start. If the next day you decide you really want to do it, make a step by step plan of what it will take, and then decide if you really want to do that. If you're still committed at that point, then do it, following your step by step list. We ADD types think in 3D -- not in step by step lists, so you really have to force yourself to make that list, and to follow it, which comes natural for linear thinkers therefore they don't have to write it down.

P.S. The smarter you are, the lower your tolerance for the mundane.

Answer 2

This means that you like doing things half a**ed. you should really try to get yourself out of that habit. next time try to complete something that you start, soon you will get used to it.

Answer 3

same exact problem here, i got medication for it but stopped taking it because i forgot too. I need help too : (

Answer 4

you may suffer from ADD. check it out and see what happens.

Answer 5

yeah - finish what you start!