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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…
Episodes
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 80: Your Relationship Manuals
In This Episode, You Will Discover… Why we have manuals for people in our life What your manuals are How to drop your manuals and exponentially improve your…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 79: You Are Not A Robot - How To Practice Self Compassion
In This Episode, You Will Discover… The breaking news that you are not a robot. Why this is a reminder you need to hear. 5 powerful lessons to help you drop…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 78: How To Easily Measure Your Progress On Long Term Goals
In This Episode, You Will Discover… Why we often get discouraged working toward long term goals How to set benchmarks and track your progress Tips to assess…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 77: 45 Bananas & Life is 50/50 - How to Commit To Your Goals
In This Episode, You Will Discover… The concept of life being 50/50 The importance of processing your emotions How to use these concepts to stick with your…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 76: How Many Goals Should I Set?
In This Episode, You Will Discover… How many goals you should work on at once Why practicing constraint is the secret to success How to implement my best goal…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 75: Start Now
In This Episode, You Will Discover… Why we feel hesitant to get started on new goals The four most common thoughts that hold us back How to challenge those…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 74: How To Love Being You
In This Episode, You Will Discover… Why many of us struggle with self-love How to develop love and appreciation for ourselves Actionable steps to put this into…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 73: How To Create Your Ideal Year
In This Episode, You Will Discover… The importance of thinking big as you plan out the new year The power (and science) behind visualization My step-by-step…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 72: How To Move Forward With End Of The Year Reflection Questions
In This Episode, You Will Discover… The power of looking back on your past experiences in order to move forward Why we should stop arguing with reality 3 key…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 71: 10 Ways to Get Organized and Reduce Stress this Season
In This Episode, You Will Discover… Ten powerful strategies to get organized and reduce your stress this season Step-by-step instructions to implement these…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 70: Other People's Opinions Part 2
In This Episode, You Will Discover… Why you can't hurt other people's feelings and what that means for you The power of unspoken opinions What you can learn…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 69: Managing Other People's Opinions: Part One
In This Episode, You Will Discover… Why it's natural to worry about what other people think Three general categories of "other people's opinions" we fear Why…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 68: How To Build Your Self-Confidence & Create The Life You Want
In This Episode, You Will Discover… The difference between confidence and self-confidence The importance of self-confidence in helping us step out of our…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 67: What You Can Control In Uncertain Times
In This Episode, You Will Discover… Why we try to control the uncontrollable What we can and can't control How to create certainty in an unknown situation…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 66: Stop Trying Harder
In This Episode, You Will Discover… The powerful concept that helped me reduce my workload while getting more done. Three simple questions that explore the…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 65: How to Make a Schedule You Will Follow
In This Episode, You Will Discover… Why the iteration process is so effective for establishing a consistent, productive schedule The 2 essential parts of the…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 64: How To Start Journaling and Improve Your Life
In This Episode, You Will Discover… The powerful benefits of journaling Different journaling approaches and prompts Strategies to establish a consistent…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 63: 3 Lessons for Growth & Change
In This Episode, You Will Discover… Three powerful lessons to help you get unstuck and generate change How to use these lessons in your everyday life Simple…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 62: Habits and Getting Stuck in "Maybe"
In This Episode, You Will Discover… Exactly what it means to be "stuck in maybe." How this might be holding you back from leveling up your life. Four powerful…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 61: Procrastiworking: How To Recognize It And When To Stop
In This Episode, You Will Discover… Where procrastiwork shows up in our life How to identify where procrastiworking holds us back How to sidestep the pitfall…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 60: How To Stop Putting Things Off For Good
In This Episode, You Will Discover… Why you're not taking action on your nagging tasks My powerful 7-steps to complete each one Action steps to get started…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 59: 21 Easy Ways To Simplify Your Life
In This Episode, You Will Discover… The important balance of mindset and strategy when it comes to implementing new concepts Over 20 powerful strategies to…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 58: Stop Self-Sabotage By Failing Ahead Of Time
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… What failing ahead of time is and whether it shows up in your life The top four beliefs that keep us stuck How to take…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 57: How to Manage Stress, To-do Lists, & Circumstances
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The real reason you're feeling stressed and overwhelmed The importance of identifying your circumstance How to quiet your…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 56: How To Retrain Your Brain To Believe New Things
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… How both your positive and negative thoughts create your current circumstances The importance of both recognizing and…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 55: Navigating Back to School this Fall
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… Different ways to think about navigating "back to school" Actionable strategies you can take to ease the transition back to…
- I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD
Episode 54: 3 Ways To Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone Now
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… Why we struggle to step out of our comfort zone 3 Powerful comfort zone examples Proven strategies to help you move forward…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 53: How To Do More With Less – The Not To-Do List
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The concept of constraint and how it helps you reach your goals Two crucial components of the not to-do list The…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 52: 5 Powerful Lessons To Live The Life You Want
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The power of reflection My top 5 lessons for living your best life How to uncover insights from both your past and future…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 51: How To Create Successful Habits In 3 Easy Steps
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… How to frame your habits for success The importance of starting, not stopping My three-step strategy for habit success…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 50: How To Use Your Time Wisely For Maximum Productivity
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… Why time is our most valuable asset How to recognize where your time is going each day Strategies to use your time more…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 49: How To Use Your Strengths And Weaknesses For Massive Success
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… Simple strategies to recognize your inherent strengths The importance of honing and building upon your strengths How to…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 48: Feel Like Giving Up On Your Goal? Listen to this.
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… Powerful new thoughts to shift your perspective The importance of persistence and commitment to your goals Inspiring…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 47: How To Improve Focus And Concentration With 6 Easy Tips
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The importance of creating consistency and routine in your day Powerful strategies to clear your mind My top six strategies…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 46: How To Make It Stick – Learning Techniques You Need Now
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The importance of reflecting on your learning My three-step framework to make learning new concepts stick How to apply a…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 45: Wondering how to get started on your big goal? Try this.
In this episode, you will discover... Why we struggle to set big goals and make them happen Powerful questions you need to create the change you want in your…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 44: Make Things Easy And Stop Feeling Overwhelmed
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… Why we overcomplicate new projects or challenging situations How to step back and see the big picture How to stop feeling…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 43: How to Increase Your Efficiency with Batch Work
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The negative impact of multitasking The powerful benefits of batch working How batch working fits in your schedule My…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 42: Stay Focused on Your Goals When You've Lost Motivation
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The overlooked reason why we set goals for ourselves Why we lose our motivation when working toward long-term goals 3…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 41: How to Overcome Distraction and Get Focused on Your Work
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… How to recognize when you're feeling restless and distracted What you can do to shift distraction into focus How you can…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 40: How to Overcome Negative Thinking and Start Feeling Better
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The most common negative thoughts we think How these thoughts hold us back Strategies to identify your own negative…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 39: When People Are Wrong
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… Why thinking "they're doing it wrong" is holding you back What you might think instead My 3 favorite strategies to expand…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 38: How To Avoid Decision Fatigue With This Simple Strategy
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… What decision fatigue is and where it impacts your life The power of constraint How to eliminate decision fatigue and keep…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 37: How to Make Order in the Chaos with this Simple Routine
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The value of maintaining a routine in unpredictable situations One powerful question that provides you with both clarity…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 36: How to Feel Better When You're Down
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… How negative emotion fits in your life My top strategies for processing your emotions How to work through stress, anxiety…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 35: Feeling Anxious? Learn How to Process Your Emotions
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The importance of feeling your emotions My top strategy for allowing and processing your emotions How to reduce your…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 34: 5 Simple Ways to Stay Organized When You Work From Home
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The importance of organization when working from home My top strategies to increase your organization Powerful actions you…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 33: How to Increase Clarity With These Thought Provoking Questions
In this episode, you will discover... The power of thought-provoking questions Clarifying questions to help you make a decision Powerful questions to gain…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 32: How to Increase Self-Awareness with This Simple Tool
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… Why many of us live on autopilot How to tune in and discover what you're really thinking and feeling Strategies to develop…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 31: One Surprising Thing You Should Know to Reach Your Goals
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… Why reaching the goal is not the most important part of the process How you can enjoy working toward your goals (even when…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 30: How to Make an Inconsistent Work Schedule Work For You
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… How to think differently about your inconsistent schedule The importance of remembering your ability to choose My favorite…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 29: Discover the Best Way to Write a To-Do List Now!
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… How to think differently about your to-do list Why a results-focused to-do list will help you get more done How to…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 28: Thoughts About Love
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… Love's role as an emotion in our life How we want to think about love How you can intentionally increase the love you feel…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 27: How to Get Unstuck in Life When You're Confused
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The number one reason why you're feeling stuck. My favorite strategy to gain clarity. How you can apply these tools in your…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 26: How to Overcome Fear of Failure and Reach Your Goals
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The three main reasons why we fear failure The root cause of why we avoid failure Strategies to look at your failure…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 25: The One Strategy You Need to Stick to Good Habits
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The concept of the minimum baseline The importance of maintaining daily habits How you can use the minimum baseline to…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 24: How to Gain Clarity in Your Life With One Word
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… Why clarity and focus help you stick with your goals Why you should choose a word for the year Powerful questions to help…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 23: How to Focus on the Big Picture and Reach Your Goals
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… Why it's important to tune into the big picture in any area of your life Three leading areas where we overlook the big…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 22: How to Reduce Holiday Stress - 3 Tips You'll Love
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The #1 cause of stress and overwhelm during the holidays My top 3 strategies to reduce stress this season Powerful ways to…
I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHDEpisode 21: How to Reach Your Goals No Matter What
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… How to plan for your New Year's resolutions and goals Three leading goal-setting strategies My top method for setting and…