• 019: How to Take Action When You’re Overwhelmed & Don’t Know Where to Start

  • Feb 26 2025
  • Length: 26 mins
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019: How to Take Action When You’re Overwhelmed & Don’t Know Where to Start

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  • If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly playing catch-up or struggling to keep the plates spinning, this episode is packed with realistic, practical strategies to help you navigate overwhelm and move forward with more clarity and ease.I break down what overwhelm actually is, why it happens, and how it impacts ADHD and executive function.

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    ✔️ How to identify different types of overwhelm (emotional, sensory, time-related, decision fatigue, etc.)

    ✔️ Why overwhelm impacts executive function and makes task-switching harder

    ✔️ The role of self-talk in managing stress and avoiding burnout

    ✔️ How to prioritize and decide what will have the most impact right now

    ✔️ A step-by-step process to check in with yourself and create a realistic plan

    ✔️ Why adjusting expectations and self-compassion are key to navigating overwhelm

    Host: Sarah Lovell, Executive Function & ADHD Coach

    Resources Mentioned:

    • Free training: Creating a Formula to Overcome Procrastination and Get Unstuck
    • Coaching Membership: Stuck to Started

    Connect with Sarah Lovell:

    • Website: Executive Functioning First
    • Email: sarah@executivefunctioningfirst.com
    • Instagram: @executivefunctioningfirst

    Music by: AudioCoffee, Inspirational Background
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