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I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
How do I increase my productivity and decrease distractions? Is it possible to reclaim my time? How can I get more organized? And can I do it all with ADHD? Welcome to the I'm Busy Being Awesome Podcast, where we dive into each of these questions and so much more. Every week, life coach and ADHDer Paula Engebretson brings you her best strategies to boost your productivity, manage your time, get organized, and follow through on your goals. Whether you're a fellow ADHDer, you identify with ADHD…
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- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 260: 3 Essential Coping Skills in Your ADHD Toolkit
In Episode 260: 3 Essential Coping Skills in Your ADHD Toolkit, You Will Discover: The top three foundational coping skills for an ADHD brain How to recognize…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 259: How To Optimize Your Calendar with Time Containers
In Episode 259: You Will Discover The power of thinking through your day as a series of containers How to efficiently divide your projects to fit within these…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 258: How To Balance Short Vs. Long-Term Goals: 5 Helpful Tips
Episode #258: How To Balance Short Vs. Long-Term Goals: 5 Helpful Tips Why balancing future plans with immediate tasks is tough for ADHD brains How to move out…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 257: Non-Linear Thinking and ADHD: 7 Tips To Improve Focus
In Episode 257: Non-Linear Thinking and ADHD: 7 Tips To Improve Focus, You'll Discover: The strengths of both non-linear and linear thinking for an ADHD brain…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 256: How Hope Vs. False Optimism Shows Up in Our ADHD Lives
In Episode 256: You Will Learn To: Recognize how hope vs false optimism shows up in our lives Understand why and how they feel different from one another…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 255: An ADHD ChatGPT Guide: Helpful Prompts & ADHD Hacks
In Episode 255: An ADHD ChatGPT Guide: Helpful Prompts & ADHD Hacks, You Will Discover: What ChatGPT is and how it works Common concerns about using AI…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 254: Doing The Hard Thing To Get Results - Part 2
Episode 254 is for you if you're: Feeling stuck or overwhelmed and wanting to take action. Seeking a new perspective on time and transitions with ADHD. Burnt…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 253: Doing The Hard Thing To Get Results - Part 1
In Episode 253: You Will Discover: How embracing discomfort can foster significant growth and provide greater ease on the other side. Specific times it's…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 252: Revenge Bedtime Procrastination & ADHD
In Episode 252: You Will Discover What Revenge Bedtime Procrastination is, specifically. Why it's especially prevalent in the ADHD community. Practical…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 251: Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome, Sleep Hygiene, & ADHD
In Episode 251, You'll Discover: What Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome is and its relationship to ADHD The important role sleep hygiene plays in getting quality…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 250: How To Get Back On Track With Your Plans With ADHD
In Episode 250: You Will Discover How to cultivate a supportive mindset that allows you to get "back on track" when plans inevitably change Develop a…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 249: 7 Morning Routine Tips for ADHD Adults: Make Mornings Easier
In Episode 249: You Will Discover Why adults with ADHD often struggle with slow starts in the morning What friction points might be slowing down your morning…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 248: The Shame And Blame Cycle In Adults With ADHD
In This Episode, You Will Discover The different ways the shame-blame cycle presents itself. Why it's especially important for us ADHD brains to recognize it…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 247: 8 Discreet ADHD Emotional Regulation Strategies for Adults
In This Episode, You Will Discover 8 Discreet strategies for emotional regulation with ADHD Simple steps to practice these techniques Specific situations where…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 246: 5 Intense ADHD Emotions + Tips for Coping
In This Episode, You Will Discover The common intense emotions ADHD brains face How to identify these experiences in your own life Practical strategies to…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 245: 7 Types of Rest to Recover from ADHD Burnout
In This Episode, We Will: Explore the seven different types of rest. Unpack why understanding and embracing each type is crucial for ADHD burnout recover…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 244: The Top 10 Tech Tools That Simplify My ADHD Life
In This Episode, You Will Discover The top 10 tech tools simplifying my ADHD life. We cover a wide range of apps, devices, and innovative approaches to tech…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 243: The Four Quarters Method: Tailored for Adults with ADHD
In This Episode, You Will Discover The four quarters method of time management My ADHD twist on the approach 5 powerful ways it can support your ADHD brain to…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 242: The Goal Setting & Dopamine Connection for ADHD Brains
In This Episode, We: Explore the relationship between goal setting and dopamine Discover the most important shift we must make when setting goals with ADHD…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 241: Understanding Transition Time - The Missing Piece in ADHD Productivity
In This Episode, You Will Discover The often-overlooked challenge of transition time in ADHD. How the challenge of transitions shifts depending on our season…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 240: Pareto's Principle (the 80/20 Rule) - A Powerful Mindset for ADHD Brains
In This Episode, You Will Discover What Pareto's Principle is How the 80/20 rule can support the ADHD brain Specific strategies you can use to implement the…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 239: Perfectionism, Imposter Syndrome, Decisions, & ADHD Acceptance
In This Episode, You Will Discover How To Stop jumping from task to task and stay focused on the project that matters most to you. Identify the sneaky ways…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 238: Why It's Hard To Follow Through On A Plan & What To Do About It
In This Episode, You Will Discover Why we avoid our schedules and get stuck in Later Land Common traps to avoid A simple, 3-step process to dive in and take…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 237: ADHD Email Management Tips To Master Your Inbox
In This Episode, You Will Discover A powerful framework to manage your emails Simple strategies to increase your inbox efficiency How to implement these action…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 236: How To Categorize Emails and Manage Your Inbox to Reduce Stress
In This Episode, You Will Discover How to handle the ever-increasing "unread" email count. Sorting important information from digital clutter. Finding time to…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 235: The Power of Solution Focused Questions for an ADHD Brain
In This Episode, You Will Discover Key characteristics of problem-focused and solution-focused questions Why it's important to consider solution-focused…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 234: Hyperfocus in Adults with ADHD - The Ultimate Guide
In This Episode, You Will Discover What hyperfocus is The pros and cons of hyperfocus for adults with ADHD How to leverage hyperfocus in our lives. Links From…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 233: Goal Setting & Planning to 'Fail' for Adults with ADHD
In This Episode, You Will Discover New ways to intentionally redefine failure The power of planning to fail effectively A simple approach to support yourself…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 232: A New Year Reflection Playlist for the ADHD Brain
In This Episode, You Will Discover Why music is such a powerful means of reflection How music, memory, and emotion connect The benefits of this reflection…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 231: An ADHD Guide to Creating Structure During Holidays
In This Episode, You Will Discover The importance of structure for an ADHD brain How to set realistic expectations during your time off A simple framework to…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 230: How to Improve Emotional Awareness with ADHD
In This Episode, You Will Discover Why it's important to increase your emotional awareness and feel your feelings What this process looks like A simple…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 229: 10 Reasons for ADHD Emotional Disconnect
In This Episode, You Will Discover The connection between emotional regulation and ADHD. 10 common barriers that have us disconnect and avoid our emotions. Why…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 228: 4 Sneaky ADHD Thoughts and How To Rethink Them
In This Episode, You Will Discover Which sneaky thoughts to watch out for What to do when they appear Actionable ways to shift your thinking into something…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 227: 3 Ways ADHD Time Perception Impacts Planning
In This Episode, You Will Discover The three key areas that often trip up our ADHD brains when planning How to ensure you don't fall into those traps Three…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 226: Narrowing Focus Leads To Easier Decision Making and Creativity
In This Episode, You Will Discover How to shift from overwhelm to action when facing a literal or figurative "blank page" Why this strategy is so supportive…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 225: How To Simplify The Holidays When You Have ADHD
In This Episode, You Will Discover A powerful approach to simplifying your holiday season Six key areas to apply the framework How to implement this approach…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 224: The ADHD Not To Do List - Holiday Edition
In This Episode, You Will Discover How to identify your priorities this season A simple way to ground yourself in what matters most How to use a Not-To-Do-List…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 223: 8 Play Personalities and ADHD
In This Episode, You Will Discover Your specific play personality Why it's important to prioritize play How understanding play personalities can help you…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 222: How To Deal With An Unpredictable Work Schedule - 6 Tips
In this Episode, You Will Discover Why many people think an inconsistent work schedule is challenging for an ADHD brain How to challenge this belief and work…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 221: What is ADHD Paralysis?
In This Episode, You Will Discover What ADHD Paralysis is. The difference between mental paralysis, task paralysis, and choice paralysis. A game-changing…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 220: 7 Steps To Recovery From ADHD Burnout Using 'Low Power Mode'
In This Episode, You Will Discover How to identify your non-negotiables and determine what's truly essential in this season of life Recognize whether or not…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 219: What Is The ADHD Burnout Cycle? 6 Different Stages
In This Episode, You Will Discover What the ADHD burnout cycle is The six different stages of the cycle How to recognize whether you're in burnout and what to…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 218: 5 Ways To Stay Organized At Work When Overwhelmed & Busy
In This Episode, You Will Discover How To Consolidate the tasks on your list for less overwhelm Streamline your work for greater effectiveness and efficiency…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 217: How To Set Up An ADHD-Friendly Organization System
In This Episode, You'll Discover… 3 questions to ask yourself before you start researching How to use the answers to those questions to help you narrow down…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 216: How To Use The Six Thinking Hats Technique For Decision Making + Examples
In This Episode, You Will Discover What the 6 Thinking Hats framework is Why it's such a great approach for the ADHD brain How to implement the framework in…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 215: Your Self-Worth Is Not Defined By Your Productivity: Here's Why
In This Episode, You Will Discover That worthiness is a construct (it's totally made up) 3 key reasons we're steeped in the belief that productivity equals…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 214: Fall Fresh Start Guide: Life Edit for the Busy ADHD Brain
In This Episode, You Will Discover 4 key areas to edit Three simple questions to ask yourself How to implement your own life edit this season Links From The…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 213: Fall Transitions Made Simple with 5 Key Tips for ADHD
In This Episode, You Will Discover Where to focus your attention during this transition Tactical approaches to managing your shifting routines and schedules…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 212: How to Schedule Time For Fun: Essential Strategies for Adults with ADHD
In This Episode, You Will Discover What's blocking you from creating time for fun and play in your life Why it's important to intentionally carve out this time…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 211: The Power of Play for Adults with ADHD: Unlocking Joy and Balance
In This Episode, You Will Discover · Why the ADHD brain struggles to prioritize fun and play as an adult. · The value of incorporating it into our lives. ·…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 210: How To Have Fun When Working On Your Goals
In This Episode, You Will Discover How To Recognize and celebrate your progress by setting achievable milestones. Let go of expectations and embrace…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 209: Beyond Black and White - Navigating All-or-Nothing Thinking with ADHD
In This Episode, You Will Discover Five key areas ADHD brains struggle with all-or-nothing thinking Three effective strategies to embrace the gray with greater…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 208: How To Zoom In & Get Specific With ADHD: Step By Step
In This Episode, You Will Discover Why we feel overwhelmed when facing a big project with ADHD A simple, step-by-step process that helps you break down the…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 207: How To Avoid Overwhelm and Getting Stuck In The Details
In This Episode, You Will Discover Why it's so easy for our ADHD brains to feel overwhelmed How to recognize when you're slipping into overwhelm How to pull…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 206: Harnessing the Power of a Mid-Year Review with ADHD
In This Episode, You Will Discover Why the review process is so powerful for people with ADHD Seven ways to jog your memory and make the review process easier…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 205: Top 5 Strategies for Time Management with ADHD (and why they work)
In This Episode, You'll Discover Five proven time management strategies for adults with ADHD Why these approaches work so well How to apply them in your life…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 204: Benefits of Body Doubling for Adults with ADHD
In This Episode, You Will Discover What body doubling is Why body doubling is especially effective for people with ADHD Practical approaches to implement body…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 203: Creating Your Ideal Schedule – Simplifying Structure for ADHD
In This Episode, You Will Discover The importance of finding the sweet spot between simplicity and complexity when it comes to schedules, routines, and habits…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 202: Endings and New Beginnings: Navigating Transition with ADHD
In This Episode, You Will Discover The power of endings and new beginnings Three key lessons that help us navigate big transitions How you can apply these…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 201: How to Slow Down Time - Strategies for Adults with ADHD
In This Episode, You Will Discover Three key reasons why time seems to slip through the cracks. How to ground yourself when you feel untethered Five actionable…