ADHD & Neurodiversity: The Spicy Brain Podcast

Ep. 25 — “I’m the Procrastination Queen!”: When Life Throws You a Tsunami of Emotions, Avoidance, and ADHD Chaos


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Living with ADHD can often feel like a rollercoaster of emotions, especially when procrastination kicks in. In this heartfelt episode, sisters Michelle and Megan share their personal struggles with burnout and overwhelm, offering a candid look into their lives. They discuss practical strategies to manage these challenges, providing valuable insights on handling expectations and nurturing creativity in the midst of chaos.

Prepare to chuckle as Megan shares her adventures with misplaced power cables and those classic Tallulah Jones moments. Through their humorous storytelling, the sisters delve into the role of curiosity and vulnerability in preventing life's storms from turning into tsunamis. So, pull up a chair and enjoy the witty banter as these sisters navigate the highs and lows of ADHD with a healthy dose of humor and heart.

Check out the book we are referencing in this episode: Driven to Distraction by Edward M. Hallowell

favorite line from the episode: “I’m the Procrastination Queen!”

00:00 Megan vs. the missing cables04:22 the art of Tallulah-ing your way through life09:35 avoidance, emotions, and executive dysfunction13:48 when curiosity turns into chaos18:00 procrastination patterns and the pressure to perform22:33 the moment you realize it’s a tsunami26:11 tools that help (when you actually use them)
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adhd, adhd women, procrastination, executive dysfunction, emotional regulation, burnout, overwhelm, curiosity, neurodivergent creativity
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ADHD & Neurodiversity: The Spicy Brain PodcastBy Megan Mioduski & Michelle Woodward