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SuccessFULL With ADHD

Calming Anxiety and Finding Focus with Weighted Pillows with Mikey Goldman

Nov 29, 2023
38:42

I had an enlightening conversation with Mikey Goldman, creator of Quiet Mind weighted pillows. We explored how ADHD manifests through stimulation and obsession, the importance of honoring your body’s needs, and how weighted pillows can naturally calm the nervous system. Mikey shared his journey to developing the first-ever weighted pillow after struggling to find purpose and passion.

Episode Highlights:

[01:11] Introducing Mikey Goldman of Quiet Mind.

[05:00] The frustration of misophonia and sensory overload.

[07:23] Getting an ADHD diagnosis and learning about the body.

[09:42] Constantly researching natural solutions for ADHD.

[11:20] Staying motivated to keep up healthy routines.

[13:37] How Mikey became obsessed with nutrition without formal education.

[15:41] Do you need obsession to be successful with ADHD?

[17:19] Making routines become obsessions.

[18:54] The power of simple, consistent clothing choices.

[20:10] Fitting relationships into the ADHD routine.

[23:21] Mikey’s journey to creating the first weighted pillow.

[25:24] An over-medicated history that led to natural solutions.

[27:20] Tricking your nervous system to fully relax.

[31:29] How weighted pillows work better than blankets.

[33:02] The 2-year journey bringing the weighted pillow to life.

[35:11] Following your passion and sharing your story to help others.

[37:06] Listen to your body for what works for you.

Links and Resources:

·         Quiet Mind - https://www.onequietmind.com/ 

·         Mikey Goldman - mikey@onequietmind.com

·         Quiet Mind Instagram - @quietmind

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