Overcoming Distractions-Thriving with ADHD, ADD

Paula Liub, a burnout expert specializing in ADHD, autism, and high sensitivity, shares her insights on why adults with ADHD often face heightened risk of burnout. She discusses the unique challenges ADHD brains face, such as executive function struggles and emotional management. Paula provides practical tips for recognizing early burnout signals and regulating energy levels. With her background in psychology and mindfulness, she stresses the importance of self-care and a holistic approach to combat stress and enhance well-being.

Adults with ADHD often find themselves overwhelmed by too many commitments. The host discusses the emotional drivers behind overcommitting and offers practical strategies to regain control. Simple questions help listeners evaluate their commitments and prioritize self-care. Discover ways to reduce the urge to say yes all the time and reclaim your schedule. Quick wins and long-term solutions provide a roadmap for a more balanced life.

Dive into the secrets of achieving meaningful productivity as an adult with ADHD. Discover how harnessing the 'flow' state can transform your workweek. Learn the difference between flow and hyperfocus, emphasizing creativity and engagement. Gain actionable strategies to maximize uninterrupted time and mental clarity, making productivity not just a goal, but a fulfilling experience.

Discover how to work smarter as an adult with ADHD by restructuring your weekly schedule. Learn effective scheduling strategies like time blocking and theme days to boost your productivity. Prioritize tasks and manage your energy levels for a more fulfilling week. Gain a sense of control that can significantly reduce stress and improve overall well-being.

Dr. Tara Cousineau, a part-time staff psychologist at Harvard and author of "The Perfectionist’s Dilemma," dives deep into the struggles of perfectionism faced by adults with ADHD. She shares how perfectionism can stem from childhood experiences and societal pressures, leading to anxiety and burnout. The conversation highlights the importance of celebrating small wins, embracing imperfections, and introducing new experiences to challenge limiting beliefs. Dr. Cousineau also offers strategies for cultivating self-acceptance and fostering a more balanced life.

In this discussion, Cat Duvall, the founder of Nine Lives Yoga and the Morning Ritual Club, shares her journey through burnout and her mission to bring happiness to adults with ADHD. She introduces her Four Pillars of Happiness: Peace, Purpose, Power, and Play, emphasizing how these concepts can transform your life. Cat offers practical strategies to combat stress and cultivate self-compassion. Listeners will find actionable advice to navigate the complexities of burnout and creative ways to find joy and fulfillment in their everyday lives.

In this engaging discussion, Grace Koelma, author of "ADHD Focus Friend" and host of "Your ADHD Besties," shares her expertise on selecting the ideal planner for adults with ADHD. She tackles the challenges of planning amidst distraction and emphasizes the need for tailored organizational tools. Grace explores why many abandon planners, highlighting the balance between creativity and structure. With insights on emotional regulation and simplicity in planning, she empowers listeners to create systems that truly work for them.

If you're on a journey and your goal is to thrive as an adult with ADHD, one of the best ways to begin to move things in a positive way is to employ some self-awareness. So today's podcast is about how to ask a series of questions after each work day as you work towards creating fulfilling work days with meaningful productivity. Dave talks about a few basic questions you can ask yourself every day to understand focus, time and energy, what energizes you what drains you and how you can put a little more thought into how you structure your days with a goal of feeling good as you drive home. Check out this podcast on adult ADHD, daily self-awareness and making small changes that can equal big results. **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min  

Dr. Claire Plumbly, a clinical psychologist and author of "The Trauma of Burnout," shares her expertise on the complexities of burnout in this engaging discussion. She clarifies the distinction between stress and burnout, emphasizing that chronic stress, often exacerbated by caregiving responsibilities, can lead to physical trauma. Dr. Plumbly explores the polyvagal theory, outlining how to soothe and manage the nervous system to recover effectively. Listeners will gain valuable strategies for recognizing their body's signals and achieving optimal self-care.

Many busy adults with ADHD, and maybe you are one of them, feel like they can't catch their breath, and they go day-to-day and week-to-week trying to get everything done. This is especially common in the workplace but also happens in our personal lives. There is one foundational strategy that can help busy adults with ADHD lower stress levels and that is hitting the pause button and slowing down, even if it is for a few minutes. However, many of us either don't do it or don't know how to hit that internal pause button. When we practice pausing on a regular basis, those of us with adult ADHD can change the game. We can lower our stress; we can make productivity more fulfilling, and make fewer mistakes. Join Dave as he talks about one of his favorite things to do. Hitting the pause button! **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min