From Stuck to Started: Executive Function & ADHD Coaching to Take Action

038: How to Take Action When You’re Paralyzed by Uncertainty and Overwhelm & Don’t Know Where to Start


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Feeling stuck because you don’t know where to start? You’re not alone—and it’s not a motivation problem. In this episode, I’m diving into why uncertainty often leads to inaction (especially for ADHD brains that experience analysis paralysis) and sharing simple, ADHD-friendly executive functioning strategies to help you move forward when everything feels foggy or overwhelming.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

  • Why uncertainty leads to ADHD paralysis and procrastination
  • How to take action when you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unclear
  • How executive functioning challenges make getting started harder (especially when there is uncertainty) 
  • 3 actionable strategies to navigate analysis paralysis, create clarity, and build momentum
  • How to figure out what “done” actually looks like—so you can work backward

If tasks keep getting pushed off your to-do list because they feel too big or unclear, this episode is for you.

Resources Mentioned:

  • Free training: Creating a Formula to Overcome Procrastination and Get Unstuck 
  • Join the ADHD Coaching Membership: Stuck to Started
  • Read the blog version here 

Connect with Sarah Lovell, Executive Function & ADHD Coach: 

  • Website: Executive Functioning First
  • Instagram: @executivefunctioningfirst

Music by: AudioCoffee, Inspirational Background

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From Stuck to Started: Executive Function & ADHD Coaching to Take ActionBy Sarah Lovell - Executive Function & ADHD Coach

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