Some days your inner executive function, or "butler" as we call it, is sharp and snappy. Other days? He’s passed out in a hammock with a mimosa. This week, Michelle and Megan return with a swirl of stories, starting with the poop-filled car saga you’ll never forget (thank you, Daisy). From there, they dig into the unpredictable nature of ADHD emotions and the moments when even basic tasks feel wildly out of reach.

You’ll hear how the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique became a lifeline, why emotional spirals sneak up out of nowhere, and how learning to ride those waves with humor might be the only way through. If you’ve ever felt like your brain has gone on vacation without telling you, this one’s for you.

Our favorite line from the episode is: Sorry, I'm in a Hammock and Can't Hear You!

00:00 – The poop car incident
06:10 – ADHD overwhelm and frozen executive function
11:50 – The “hammock butler” moment
16:15 – Real talk on emotional spirals and burnout
21:00 – Grounding tools and sensory breaks
26:00 – Reclaiming calm, one chaotic day at a time
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ADHD emotional regulation, ADHD burnout, neurodivergent overwhelm, executive dysfunction, ADHD grounding tools, ADHD podcast, humor and ADHD