024: "Why can't I finish my to-do list?" 5 Tips to manage overwhelm as a perfectionist
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Do you ever end your day feeling like you didn’t get enough done, no matter how much you actually accomplished?
In this episode, we’re diving into the reasons behind this all-too-common feeling, from impossible expectations to executive functioning challenges like time blindness and prioritization struggles.
I share 5 practical strategies to help you shift your mindset, plan more effectively, and finally start giving yourself the credit you deserve.
What You’ll Learn:
- Why our brains focus on what we didn’t do rather than what we did
- How perfectionism and all-or-nothing thinking contribute to overwhelm
- 5 actionable strategies to help you reality-check your to-do list and feel more accomplished
Host: Sarah Lovell, Executive Function & ADHD Coach
Resources Mentioned:
- Blog Version of the Podcast
- Sign up for the FREE ADHD Action Plan Private Podcast
- Join the ADHD Coaching Membership: Stuck to Started
Connect with Sarah Lovell:
- Website: Executive Functioning First
- Instagram: @executivefunctioningfirst
Music by: AudioCoffee, Inspirational Background
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