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Sarah Lovell - Executive Function & ADHD Coach
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Welcome to From Stuck to Started, the podcast for ambitious ADHDers, perfectionists, and over-thinkers who are ready to achieve their goals without burning out. Join your host, Sarah Lovell, an executive function and ADHD coach, as she shares strategies to help you understand your brain, break down big tasks, and build systems that work for you. Each episode is packed with actionable tips and real-life inspiration to help you tackle hard things and make progress that feels good.

  1. 2天前

    041: How to Manage ADHD Overwhelm When Your To-Do List Feels Impossible

    When you're staring down a mile-long to-do list and feeling frozen, you're not alone. In this episode, I’m diving into what happens when ADHD overwhelm, executive dysfunction, and unrealistic expectations collide and what to do about it. You’ll learn how to break free from the spiral of paralysis, avoidance, and guilt, and start making progress in a way that feels doable. What you’ll learn in this episode: Why finishing your entire to-do list isn’t the goal (and what to focus on instead)How to shift your self-talk to stop blaming yourself for ADHD and executive dysfunctionPractical tools to manage ADHD overwhelm and ADHD paralysisHow to break big tasks down into realistic, actionable steps Resources Mentioned: Get your Free ADHD Action Plan Join the ADHD Coaching Membership: Stuck to StartedRead the Blog here  Connect with Sarah Lovell:  Website: Executive Functioning FirstInstagram: @executivefunctioningfirst Music by: AudioCoffee, Inspirational Background Host: Sarah Lovell, Executive Function & ADHD Coach

    25 分钟

  2. 7月23日

    040: 3 Mindset Shifts to Stop Getting Overwhelmed When Everything Feels Like Too Much

    Life is joyful, stressful, chaotic, and never seems to slow down. Between the laundry, emails, deadlines, and all the things you want to make time for (like rest, hobbies, or time with your people), it’s no wonder your brain feels maxed out. In this episode, I’m diving into the messy reality of overwhelm, why it shows up, how it snowballs, and what you can do when it feels like too much. I’ll share gentle mindset shifts, questions to reflect on, and real-life examples (including my own) to help you process your overwhelm with a little more self-compassion. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why overwhelm hits differently when you have ADHD or executive functioning challengesThe “something goes up, something has to go down” mindset shiftHow to spot (and stop) the habit of comparing yourself to a past version of youQuestions to ask when you're in survival mode and need to re-centerReframes and reminders to support yourself when overwhelm takes over Resources Mentioned: Get your Free ADHD Action Plan Join the ADHD Coaching Membership: Stuck to StartedRead the Blog here  Connect with Sarah Lovell:  Website: Executive Functioning FirstInstagram: @executivefunctioningfirst Music by: AudioCoffee, Inspirational Background Host: Sarah Lovell, Executive Function & ADHD Coach

    28 分钟

  3. 7月16日

    039: How to Be More Efficient When You Feel Overwhelmed

    Have you ever tried to take the most efficient route… only to end up creating more work for yourself? In this episode, I’m sharing a very real (and very soggy) story about how my attempt to save time ended with me falling into a lake. We’ll talk about why your brain chases efficiency, how it can actually drain your executive functioning, and how to create systems that help both current and future you. What you’ll learn in this episode: Why chasing efficiency can backfire (especially with ADHD)The difference between actual efficiency and avoiding discomfort5  reflection questions to ask before taking a “shortcut”How to be more efficient with time without overwhelming yourself Whether you're folding laundry, writing emails, or building a business, this episode will help you work more efficiently with ADHD by prioritizing sustainability over speed. Resources Mentioned: Free Private Podcast: The ADHD Action Plan Join the ADHD Coaching Membership: Stuck to StartedRead the blog version here  Connect with Sarah Lovell, Executive Function & ADHD Coach:  Website: Executive Functioning FirstInstagram: @executivefunctioningfirst Music by: AudioCoffee, Inspirational Background

    24 分钟

  4. 7月9日

    038: How to Take Action When You’re Paralyzed by Uncertainty and Overwhelm & Don’t Know Where to Start

    Feeling stuck because you don’t know where to start? You’re not alone—and it’s not a motivation problem. In this episode, I’m diving into why uncertainty often leads to inaction (especially for ADHD brains that experience analysis paralysis) and sharing simple, ADHD-friendly executive functioning strategies to help you move forward when everything feels foggy or overwhelming. What you’ll learn in this episode: Why uncertainty leads to ADHD paralysis and procrastinationHow to take action when you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unclearHow executive functioning challenges make getting started harder (especially when there is uncertainty) 3 actionable strategies to navigate analysis paralysis, create clarity, and build momentumHow to figure out what “done” actually looks like—so you can work backward If tasks keep getting pushed off your to-do list because they feel too big or unclear, this episode is for you. Resources Mentioned: Free training: Creating a Formula to Overcome Procrastination and Get Unstuck Join the ADHD Coaching Membership: Stuck to StartedRead the blog version here  Connect with Sarah Lovell, Executive Function & ADHD Coach:  Website: Executive Functioning FirstInstagram: @executivefunctioningfirst Music by: AudioCoffee, Inspirational Background

    21 分钟

  5. 7月2日

    037: How to Be Consistent with Hobbies (Even If You Love Starting New Ones)

    Have you ever gone all in on a hobby—bought the supplies, binge-watched the YouTube tutorials, told everyone you’re now a “crochet person”—only to abandon it three weeks later? In this episode, we’re talking about the life cycle of hobbies, the joy of jumping between passions, and how to be consistent with fun. This is not about forcing yourself to stick with a hobby out of guilt. It’s about redefining what consistency means for your brain and allowing your joy to evolve over time—without shame. What you’ll learn in this episode: How to be consistent with ADHD without losing the funWhy abandoning a hobby doesn’t mean you’re flaky or lazyHow to be consistent with habits that bring you joyA coaching framework to help you reconnect with (or release) hobbiesWhy changing interests is not a problem—it’s part of how your brain works Resources Mentioned: Free training: Creating a Formula to Overcome Procrastination and Get Unstuck Join the ADHD Coaching Membership: Stuck to StartedRead the blog version here  Connect with Sarah Lovell, Executive Function & ADHD Coach:  Website: Executive Functioning FirstInstagram: @executivefunctioningfirst Music by: AudioCoffee, Inspirational Background

    16 分钟

  6. 6月25日

    036: What to Do When Your Systems Stop Working: How to Develop Good Habits

    Ever find a planner, app, or routine that felt life-changing—only to abandon it a few weeks later? You’re not alone, and you’re not doing it wrong. In this episode, I’m diving into why your systems, habits, and routines sometimes fall apart (especially if your brain craves novelty), and how to shift instead of scrap what was once working. What you’ll learn in this episode: Why systems often stop working—and why that’s normalHow to be consistent with ADHD without sticking to one systemWays to refresh or return to a habit, routine, or tool that used to helpWhat “pink flags” are and how to spot them before burnoutHow to be consistent with systems by letting them evolve Resources Mentioned: Free training: Creating a Formula to Overcome Procrastination and Get Unstuck Join the ADHD Coaching Membership: Stuck to StartedRead the blog version here  Connect with Sarah Lovell, Executive Function & ADHD Coach:  Website: Executive Functioning FirstInstagram: @executivefunctioningfirst Music by: AudioCoffee, Inspirational Background

    24 分钟

  7. 6月18日

    035: 3 Mindset Shifts to be more consistent with ADHD

    “How can I be more consistent?” If you’ve asked yourself that question lately, you’re not alone. As an executive function and ADHD coach, I hear this all the time. But here’s the twist: today’s episode is all about why it's okay not to be 100% consistent and how redefining consistency can actually help you stick with your habits, routines, and systems more sustainably. What you’ll learn in this episode: Why being consistent all the time isn’t realistic—especially with ADHDA more flexible, ADHD-friendly definition of consistencyThe surprising role self-talk and perfectionism play in your consistency strugglesThree mindset shifts to help you come back to habits, routines, and systems (without shame)Alternative words to use when “consistency” feels rigid or overwhelming Whether you're trying to figure out how to be consistent with ADHD, how to be consistent with habits, or how to be consistent with routines and systems, this episode gives you permission to do it your way—messy, imperfect, and full of variety. Host: Sarah Lovell, Executive Function & ADHD Coach Resources Mentioned: Get your Free ADHD Action Plan Join the ADHD Coaching Membership: Stuck to Started Connect with Sarah Lovell:  Website: Executive Functioning FirstInstagram: @executivefunctioningfirst Music by: AudioCoffee, Inspirational Background

    27 分钟

  8. 6月11日

    034: How to Plan Unstructured Time: ADHD-Friendly Strategies for Using Free Time More Productively

    Ever look at a wide-open day on your calendar and think, “This should be great!”—only to feel stuck, scattered, or totally overwhelmed once it arrives? In this episode, I’m sharing real-life ADHD-friendly time management strategies to plan unstructured time so you can stop spinning your wheels and start using large chunks of free time in ways that feel both productive and satisfying. Whether you're a college student, entrepreneur, or just tired of doom-scrolling, this episode is for you. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why having large chunks of free time can actually make it harder to get things doneHow to plan unstructured time without over-scheduling yourselfTime management strategies to plan unstructured time in a flexible, ADHD-friendly wayHow to create anchor points and “light structure” to support productivityEasy ways to use free time more productively without burning out Host: Sarah Lovell, Executive Function & ADHD Coach Resources Mentioned: Get your Free ADHD Action Plan Join the ADHD Coaching Membership: Stuck to Started Connect with Sarah Lovell:  Website: Executive Functioning FirstInstagram: @executivefunctioningfirst Music by: AudioCoffee, Inspirational Background

    23 分钟
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Welcome to From Stuck to Started, the podcast for ambitious ADHDers, perfectionists, and over-thinkers who are ready to achieve their goals without burning out. Join your host, Sarah Lovell, an executive function and ADHD coach, as she shares strategies to help you understand your brain, break down big tasks, and build systems that work for you. Each episode is packed with actionable tips and real-life inspiration to help you tackle hard things and make progress that feels good.

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