A chaotic environment makes it hard to establish routines or manage tasks effectively. Psychologist Dr. Steven Stein explains that in such an environment, it’s difficult to create stability. Without a game plan, even simple tasks can feel overwhelming.
Tip: Create a daily schedule with specific time blocks for tasks and self-care to establish routines that bring stability and clarity.
3 Fear of Being a Burden
You may feel like asking for help is inviting trouble. This fear can prevent you from reaching out, making you believe you have to handle everything alone. As life coach Brené Brown says, vulnerability is not weakness; it’s a measure of courage.
Tip: Remember, needing help doesn’t make you a burden; it simply makes you human.
2 Lack of Focus
Abuse survivors often struggle to concentrate, with cognitive overload making it hard to stay focused on a single task. You might start cleaning a room and find yourself distracted, scrolling through your phone. Psychologist Dr. David Dunning explains that cognitive overload hijacks attention, making focus a challenge.
Tip: Limit distractions, break tasks into smaller steps, and set time limits to help gradually build your attention span.
1 Codependency
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