Navigating life with ADHD often means facing a whirlwind of burnout, emotions, and the exhausting push-pull of task initiation. In this episode, Michelle and Megan explore how even the smallest responsibilities can feel monumentally hard. And when your brain refuses to cooperate, it's even worse!

From the chaos of a fridge full of spoiled groceries to the infamous moment when Daisy the pug got into a box of chocolates, the sisters turn everyday overwhelm into laugh-out-loud storytelling. You’ll hear why Megan would truly rather nail her tongue to the table than start a task that feels impossible, and how humor, creativity and connection can help break the cycle of avoidance. This episode is a warm, funny, and honest look at what it means to live with ADHD and still show up.

Favorite line from the episode: “I would rather nail my tongue to this table...”

00:00 When task initiation feels like physical pain
06:15 Daisy and the chocolate chaos
11:40 The fridge cleanup meltdown
17:22 Why systems fall apart
23:15 Finding the game that works for your brain
29:50 One small task at a time
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ADHD, task initiation, executive function, emotional overwhelm, burnout, ADHD women, humor, productivity, neurodivergent life, real-life ADHD stories