Understanding the Wall of Awful

The video introduces the concept of the 'Wall of Awful,' an emotional barrier built from past failures and disappointments, particularly affecting those with ADHD. It explains how this wall can hinder simple tasks and discusses various methods to overcome it, including unhealthy approaches like 'Hulk smashing' and healthier strategies like climbing the wall through emotional work. The video emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing these walls in a constructive manner.

What is the 'Wall of Awful' described as?

• A physical barrier

• An emotional barrier

• A financial barrier

• A social barrier

What contributes to the construction of the 'Wall of Awful'?

• Success and praise

• Failure and disappointment

• Happiness and joy

• Luck and chance

Which of the following is NOT an ineffective method to deal with the 'Wall of Awful'?

• Staring at it

• Going around it

• Hulk smashing it

• Climbing it

What is a consequence of using the 'Hulk smash' method?

• Better health

• Increased wealth

• Damaged relationships

• Improved relationships

What is a healthier way to overcome the 'Wall of Awful'?

• Climbing it

• Running away from it

• Ignoring it

• Destroying it

What does 'climbing the wall' involve?

• Financial planning

• Social networking

• Emotional work

• Physical exercise

How can you tell if someone is climbing their wall?

• By checking their financial status

• By asking them directly

• By observing their physical actions

• By monitoring their social media

What might happen if a parent interrupts a child who is climbing their wall?

• The child will thank them

• The child may snap or shut down

• The child will immediately do their homework

• The child will become more focused

What is a potential distraction when climbing the wall in a computer-based task?

• Going for a walk

• Falling into a social media rabbit hole

• Cooking a meal

• Reading a book

What language should be used to describe the process of overcoming the 'Wall of Awful'?

• Procrastinating

• Avoiding the task

• Climbing the wall

• Sitting with the dread