I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD

Episode 326: ADHD Activation and the Yerkes–Dodson Law


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In Episode 326 You Will Discover:
  • Why ADHD brains ping-pong between under-activated and overdrive
  • How hyperfocus and perfectionism can lead to burnout on the far side of the curve
  • Simple tools to support ADHD activation without tipping into overwhelm
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Resources From This Episode:
  • Episode 219: ADHD Burnout Cycle
  • Episode 234: Hyperfocus in Adults with ADHD
  • Episode 287: ADHD Energy Type
  • My favorite Weighted Eye Mask: Nodpod Gentle Pressure Sleep Mask
  • Yerkes–Dodson Law explained
  • ADHD and hyperfocus research
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  • Learn my Top 10 Tips to Work With Your ADHD Brain
  • Access the I'm Busy Being Awesome Planning System
  • Get the I'm Busy Being Awesome Podcast Roadmap
  • Free course: ADHD Routine Revamp

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