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ADHD Shame Restart Worksheet

Restart one avoided task after a slip, delay, or forgotten commitment without turning self-criticism into another barrier.

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ADHD Shame Restart Worksheet

Write a rough answer. One useful line is enough.

What’s the shame problem right now?

Choose the closest sentence. You are not required to feel better before making one honest repair or restart move.

Pick the closest problem to open the write-in part of the worksheet.

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Choose the next support only if you need it

Emotional resetUse the reset worksheet if your body needs settling before the restart.
Late repairUse the late-repair worksheet if someone needs a message from you.
A deeper restart systemUse Calm Focus for emotional recovery tools that do not rely on shame.

Who this helps

Adults who become stuck after missing a task because shame makes opening it again feel even harder.

Use this when

  • You avoided a task after falling behind.
  • A mistake has turned into a self-criticism spiral.
  • You need a repair or restart move before you can plan again.

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Common questions

Do I need to complete every part of this worksheet?

No. Choose the closest problem and write only enough to make the next action visible. One useful line is a successful use.

What if I stop before the task is finished?

Use the restart cue. The worksheet is designed to make returning easier, not to demand a perfect uninterrupted session.

Want support beyond this worksheet?

The related John Lindberg book expands this worksheet into a fuller ADHD system with examples, troubleshooting, and repeatable routines.

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