Brainworms & Tangents Podcast

Why is it so hard to get rid of clothes we never wear? This week, we unpack the emotional side of decluttering, from ADHD and decision fatigue to body changes, sentimental attachments, and the systems that finally helped us clean out our closets without feeling overwhelmed.

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Habit trackers are everywhere—but do they actually help? This week, we unpack how habits are formed, why consistency can feel so different for people with ADHD, and the two different tracking systems we each created to find out what works best with our brains.

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Atomic Habits- James Clear

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Journaling doesn’t have to look one particular way—especially if you have ADHD. In this episode of Brainworms & Tangents, we explore different journaling methods, the many reasons people keep journals, and how embracing imperfect, personal practices has made journaling more meaningful for us.

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What makes summer reading programs so memorable, and why do they work? In this episode, we share our reading journeys, celebrate the role libraries play in our communities, and introduce the Brainworms & Tangents Summer Reading Program with a free reading tracker for anyone who wants to join us.

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What is an analog bag, and why has this trend taken over social media? In this episode of Brainworms & Tangents, we explore the origins of the analog bag movement, unpack the debate surrounding it, and share what’s inside our own analog bags while reflecting on creativity, productivity, and intentional living.

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Creator of Analog Bags: @siececampbell

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Creating a Summer Bucket List brings back childhood nostalgia for a lot of us. In today’s episode, we talk about the the role that seasonal rituals play in our lives, the passage of time, and how we are going to make the most of this summer.

Mentioned in This Episode:

Play: How it Shapes the Brain, Opens the Imagination, and Invigorates the Soul- by Dr. Stuart Brown

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75 days later- Pamela and Keresa give an update on how the 75 Hard Challenge went. In this episode, the hosts share the lessons learned and reveal if they successfully beat this challenge.Connect with Us!

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Since we’ve been attempting the 75 Hard challenge, we decided to dive into the world of Andy Frisella and learn about the creator of the challenge. What we learned from the stars felt eerily accurate, but let us know what you think!

We’ll be back for the premiere of Season 2 on June 10, with an update on how we did in the 75 Hard Challenge!Mentioned in This Episode:Andy Frisella's Podcast: REAL AF

75 Hard Challenge: https://andyfrisella.com/pages/75hard-info

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We dive into the philosophy behind the 75 Hard challenge and clarify some misconceptions about the rules. So what is this challenge really about? What is the point and why do so many people, including us, attempt it?

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andyfrisella.com

Real AF with Andy Frisella (Podcast)

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“You can’t do a push-up?!?” What started as a personal challenge for Keresa turned into rabbit holes on everything that goes into a push-up. From the history of calisthenics to human anatomy, this brainworm really took over.

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Mel Robbins Podcast- Episode: Look, Feel, & Stay Young Forever: #1 Orthopedic Surgeon’s Proven Protocol (with Dr. Vonda Wright, MD)

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