Opposite Actions Worksheet

A practical ADHD coaching worksheet to replace emotion-driven reactions with opposite actions that reduce conflict and improve outcomes.

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When to Use This Tool

A client's emotional reactions are driving behaviors that make the situation worse

A client wants concrete strategies for responding differently when a difficult emotion arises

A client is working on breaking the link between feeling and automatic reaction

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There's a pattern where the way you respond to a feeling tends to strengthen it....

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Interactive Preview Worksheet · 15 min

Tool Classification

Domain

ADHD

Type

Worksheet

Phase

Action Reflection

Details

15 min Between sessions As-needed

Topics

Emotions Habits Identity

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1 Shame-Driven Withdrawal After a Public Mistake

Context

A client with ADHD made a significant error in a team presentation - missed data, incorrect figures - and has been withdrawing since. They have avoided scheduling the follow-up meeting, responded minimally to colleagues, and have been working from home more than usual. They know withdrawal is not helping but cannot generate the motivation to re-engage. Coaching focus is on self-regulation and professional functioning.

How to Introduce

Name the emotion-action link before introducing the tool: 'Right now shame is driving your behavior, and the behaviors i...

2 Anger-Driven Escalation in Team Conflict 🔒

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