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088: 5 Simple Systems I use When I'm Overwhelmed (and how you can create your own simple systems)
Feeling overwhelmed by a schedule change, a routine that's fallen apart, or just... life? Same. In this episode, I'm sharing 5 simple systems I lean on I’m overwhelmed.
What you'll learn in this episode:
Why giving yourself permission to let your systems (and your consistency) look different is one of the most supportive things you can doHow I stopped doomscrolling and using my phone as a nervous system regulation tool Why doing small things for "future you" matters so much, plus the surprising reason our brains make this so hardHow asking for help, talking things out loud, and body doubling can move you through overwhelm faster than trying to push through aloneMy go-to strategy for breaking free of all-or-nothing thinking so "I don't have time to do it perfectly" doesn't turn into "so I won't do it at all"
Connect with Sarah Lovell:
Apply for 1:1 Coaching: Learn more & let's schedule a free 45-minute discovery callWebsite: Executive Functioning FirstInstagram: @executivefunctioningfirst
Resources:
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Other Episodes You May Enjoy:
53: Why it's so hard to stop doomscrolling & the first step to have a healthier relationship with your phone
55: What to do when you feel overwhelmed: 5 Strategies to Manage ADHD Overwhelm Without Burning Out
66: Simple Systems for ADHD: Reduce Overwhelm and Create Systems That Actually Work
67: Why Executive Function Strategies Don’t Work as Well When You’re Overwhelmed: Nervous System Regulation Tools for ADHD Brains