Ep. 62: Is ADHD Just Anxiety? w/ Chloe & Cody

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