003: The Real Reason Everyday Tasks Overwhelm You (And What to Do About It)
- Author
- Sarah Lovell - Executive Function & ADHD Coach
- Published
- Wed 30 Oct 2024
- Episode Link
- https://www.executivefunctioningfirst.com/podcast/003
I’m diving into why everyday tasks—like responding to texts or emptying the dishwasher—can feel way harder than you think they “should.” (The should is always in quotes!) If you’ve ever looked at your to-do list and felt totally stuck on something simple, you’re not alone. I break down how our brains tend to complicate things and why “simple” doesn’t always mean “easy,” especially when executive functioning is involved.
Host: Sarah Lovell, Executive Function and ADHD Coach
Episode Highlights: (time stamps)
- 00:00 Introduction: The Illusion of Simplicity
- 05:20 Simple, But Not Easy: Tasks That Should Be Simple
- 08:40 Tasks Related to Work, School, Hobbies, and Chores
- 11:01 The Impact of Self-Talk on Executive Functioning
- 14:11 Decision-Making and Executive Functioning
- 16:57 Reframing Self-Talk and Creating Personalized Systems
- 17:34 Outro
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: [email protected]
- Instagram: @executivefunctioningfirst
Music by: AudioCoffee, Inspirational Background
Podcast edit by: Chelsea Koenigsknecht of KC Virtual, Instagram: @KC_Virtual
