In Today’s Episode: Is ADHD Just Anxiety?

Join us as hosts Cody Isabel and Chloe dive deep into the overlap between ADHD, anxiety, and nervous system regulation. Together, they share raw stories, science-backed insights, and practical tools for understanding focus, self-talk, and presence.

Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode:

-Why ADHD and anxiety are often rooted in nervous system dysregulation

-How presence, self-talk, and identity shape focus and mental health

-Practical tools like EFT tapping, breathwork, and meditation to rewire safety and attention

Questions We Answer in This Episode:

-How are ADHD and anxiety connected through the nervous system?

-What role does identity and self-talk play in focus and motivation?

-Can presence and regulation truly be learned and trained?

(0:00) Introduction and overview with surprise announcement

(0:20) Benefits of new podcasting equipment and setup

(1:13) Understanding anxiety and its common causes

(3:25) Exploring the connection between ADHD, focus, and anxiety

(5:01) Recognizing signs and symptoms of nervous system dysregulation

(7:12) The role of the enteric nervous system in focus issues

(9:14) Improving conversation skills and presence with ADHD

(11:19) Techniques for regulating the nervous system

(12:02) The challenges of dissociation and being present

(15:29) Learning from infants about presence and focus

(17:25) The impact of self-talk and supportive networks on mindset

(20:03) The role of identity in personal growth and behavior change

(24:26) Introducing the Neuromagnetic accelerator and financial incentives

(27:13) Closing call to action and subscription reminder