Self-awareness
Self-awareness is the first step to understanding yourself, your ADHD, and the world around you. It’s about noticing your thoughts, feelings, and habits — and learning how they shape your daily life. The more you know yourself, the more power you have to grow, change, and thrive.
Think of this as your mirror: a place to pause, reflect, and discover who you truly are.
🌿 The Self-Awareness Journey
Self-awareness is about noticing how you think, feel, and act — and understanding why. It’s not about judging yourself; it’s about learning how your brain and heart work so you can make choices that fit you better.
Step 1 – Notice your daily patterns
- What time of day do you feel the most focused?
- When do you usually lose track of time?
- What little habits do you do without even noticing? (scrolling, snacking, pacing, doodling)
Mini challenge
Keep a “pattern log” for one day — write down 3 things you notice about your habits.
Step 2 – Explore your emotions
- What emotion shows up most often in your day? (stress, joy, boredom, excitement)
- How does your body tell you you are feeling that? (tight shoulders, tapping foot, smiling, sighing)
- What’s one small thing that quickly lifts your mood?
Mini challenge
Write a “feelings check-in” every evening with just 3 words
Step 3 – Discover your triggers & boosters
- What situations make you shut down, avoid or procrastinate?
- What makes you feel energized or motivated without much effort?
- When do you feel most like yourself?
Mini challenge
Next time you feel stuck, pause and ask: “What’s the real reason behind this?” (tired, overwhelmed, scared, bored).
Step 4 – Play with perspectives
- If your best friend were in your shoes, what advice would you give them right now?
- If you looked back at yourself from 5 years in the future, what would you thank yourself for today?
- If your inner critic had a funny voice (like a cartoon), how would it sound?
Mini challenge
Role-play advice to yourself. Write a short letter as if you’re your own cheerleader.
Step 5 – Celebrate the little wins
- What did you do today that you are proud of? (no matter how small)
- Did you handle something better than you usually do?
- What makes you smile about who you are?
Mini challenge
Write down 1 win per day for a week and see how it feels.
Wanna take it a step further?
You’ve already tried some mini challenges and reflection questions — now it’s time to take it a step further.
Think of this like a little game for your mind 🎮✨
Each level helps you notice more about yourself, and you can move at your own pace.
Becoming more self-aware isn’t about perfection. It’s about curiosity. The more curious you are about yourself, the more power you have to make changes that fit your life, not someone else’s.