EP. 11: Are You Happy? The Big Question Every ADHDer Needs to Ask | ADHD with Jenna Free

EP. 11: Are You Happy? The Big Question Every ADHDer Needs to Ask | ADHD with Jenna Free

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Chapters

00:00 Exploring the Purpose of Life
10:00 Shifting Perspectives on Life
20:08 Finding Joy in Everyday Moments
28:20 Connecting with What Truly Matters

Summary

In this episode of the ADHD with Jenna Free podcast, we dive into the profound question of life's purpose, what is all this running around and list checking off even for?!?! I emphasize the importance of stepping out of survival mode to gain perspective on what truly matters in life. Because a dysregulated brain is a zoomed in brain. Some fun "homework" here - to reflect on your priorities and to find joy in everyday experiences. I am here to advocate for a mindful approach to life that fosters connection and fulfillment - through The ADHD Reset!

Takeaways

  • The purpose of life is not just about productivity.
  • Survival mode limits our perspective on what matters.
  • We often prioritize tasks over meaningful connections.
  • Mindfulness can help us enjoy everyday moments.
  • Being present can enhance our quality of life.
  • Life's challenges shouldn't make us rush through it.

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Episoder(53)

EP. 52: Why ADHD Self-Awareness Still Leaves You Stuck

EP. 52: Why ADHD Self-Awareness Still Leaves You Stuck

What if being "too self-aware" isn't actually the problem? What if you're just aware of the symptom but not the mechanism creating it? In this episode, I break down why ADHD self-awareness still leave...

23 Mar 14min

EP. 51: Is this ADHD, Anxiety or both?

EP. 51: Is this ADHD, Anxiety or both?

What if your anxiety isn't a separate diagnosis you need to manage on top of your ADHD? What if it's just your nervous system stuck in fight or flight... doing exactly what it thinks it's supposed to ...

16 Mar 20min

EP. 50: How to Work with ADHD Clients: What Therapists and Clients Need to Know

EP. 50: How to Work with ADHD Clients: What Therapists and Clients Need to Know

What if your ADHD therapy is accidentally keeping you stuck? What if focusing on strategies and systems alone is missing the most important piece? In this episode, I break down what both therapists an...

9 Mar 12min

EP. 49: Why You Can't Start Tasks and The Fight or Flight Response That's Really Running the Show

EP. 49: Why You Can't Start Tasks and The Fight or Flight Response That's Really Running the Show

What if task initiation isn't actually an ADHD brain problem? What if the reason you can't start tasks is because your brain is stuck in fight or flight? In this episode, I break down why task initiat...

2 Mar 24min

EP. 48: Why ADHDers Lose Perspective and The Survival Mode Trap That Keeps You Zoomed In

EP. 48: Why ADHDers Lose Perspective and The Survival Mode Trap That Keeps You Zoomed In

What if the reason you can't stop scrolling, avoiding, or seeking comfort isn't a willpower problem? What if your brain is just stuck in survival mode... zoomed in so far that you've lost sight of wha...

23 Feb 23min

EP. 47: Always Rushing? You're Making Everything Worse. Here's Why Slowing Down Works.

EP. 47: Always Rushing? You're Making Everything Worse. Here's Why Slowing Down Works.

What if rushing is making you late instead of helping you get there on time? What if all that frantic energy is actually lowering your executive functioning and making everything harder? In this episo...

16 Feb 28min

EP. 46: Why "Honoring Your ADHD" Can Keep You Stuck and The Misunderstanding That Makes Things Worse

EP. 46: Why "Honoring Your ADHD" Can Keep You Stuck and The Misunderstanding That Makes Things Worse

What if honouring your ADHD brain is actually making things worse? What if the relief you feel from avoiding stressful tasks isn't self-acceptance... but dysregulation running the show? In this episod...

9 Feb 22min

EP. 45: Want to Be Regulated? Stop Chasing Safety. Align with Reality.

EP. 45: Want to Be Regulated? Stop Chasing Safety. Align with Reality.

What if trying to feel calm and quiet isn't working? What if focusing on making your body feel "safe" isn't making much difference? In this episode, I share a core shift in the ADHD Regulation approac...

2 Feb 21min

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