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It’s Uncomfortable and It’s Worth It: ADHD Regulation with BFRB Coach Laura Hope
Manage episode 514680291 series 3604449
Megs welcomes BFRB and habit coach Laura Hope to talk about what really helps in the messy middle: regulation over restriction. They unpack Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (hair pulling, skin/nail/cheek picking, etc.) as the ADHD brain’s Swiss-army-knife for managing over- or under-stimulation, then reframe “stop the habit” into do this instead (hello, pink-elephant-to-blue-dog). Expect gentle tools you can use today—longer exhales, grounding through the senses, micro-mindfulness, boundary scripts, environment shifts—and a compassionate mindset that treats urges as signals, not failures. They also name the invisible wins in the stages of change, practice getting good at being uncomfortable, and build a personal regulation menu you’ll actually use.
About Laura
Laura Hope is a BFRB & habit coach who helps people break free from unwanted behaviors so they can take back control of their life. At Hope and Healing Coach, she combines years experience as a mental health clinician with deep empathy to guide clients toward lasting change, specializing in body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) such as hair pulling or skin picking as well as other frustrating behaviors including stress eating and procrastination. When she's not empowering clients to embrace radical self-acceptance, you'll find her advocating for BFRB awareness, tending to her ever-growing plant collection, or spending time with her two sons and husband. Learn more at hopeandhealingcoach.com.
Freebie from Laura: How to Stop Fighting Your Habit: Why Asking "How Do I Quit" Is Keeping You Stuck and the Real Question That Will Set You Free – listeners can grab it right at the top of her website home page!
Salon and Spa Directory - Safe Space for People with Hair Pulling
https://hopeandhealingcoach.com/bfrb-safe-salon-spa-directory
Article about the Neuroscience Behind Deep Breathing for Regulation
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5455070/
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction to BFRBs and Regulation
02:41 - The Journey of Self-Regulation
05:25 - Curiosity and Self-Compassion in Regulation
07:54 - Understanding ADHD and Dysregulation
10:38 - Shifting Focus: From Stopping to Regulating
13:33 - The Role of Self-Compassion in Behavior Change
16:07 - Tools for Regulation and Building a Toolbox
24:21 - Embracing Discomfort for Growth
26:39 - The Power of Emotional Support
30:53 - Understanding Anger and Vulnerability
35:02 - Finding Comfort in the Uncomfortable
36:00 - Creating Supportive Resources for BFRBs
Is Coaching a good fit for you? Book a call with Megs to find out> Book a Call
Learn more about the Community HERE> OrganizinganADHDBrain.com (Join the waitlist for 2026)
Looking for ADHD-friendly support with decluttering, organizing, or just making life feel a little less chaotic? The new Ways To Connect page is your go-to hub for real-life tools, gentle guidance, and ways to connect—free and paid, no pressure.
*In some shows, there are items offered for free on my website. As of this recording, the only download available is the Dopamine Menu, You can download the dopamine menu here: FREE Dopamine Menu Download
I even send you a video on how to complete!
94 episodes
Manage episode 514680291 series 3604449
Megs welcomes BFRB and habit coach Laura Hope to talk about what really helps in the messy middle: regulation over restriction. They unpack Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (hair pulling, skin/nail/cheek picking, etc.) as the ADHD brain’s Swiss-army-knife for managing over- or under-stimulation, then reframe “stop the habit” into do this instead (hello, pink-elephant-to-blue-dog). Expect gentle tools you can use today—longer exhales, grounding through the senses, micro-mindfulness, boundary scripts, environment shifts—and a compassionate mindset that treats urges as signals, not failures. They also name the invisible wins in the stages of change, practice getting good at being uncomfortable, and build a personal regulation menu you’ll actually use.
About Laura
Laura Hope is a BFRB & habit coach who helps people break free from unwanted behaviors so they can take back control of their life. At Hope and Healing Coach, she combines years experience as a mental health clinician with deep empathy to guide clients toward lasting change, specializing in body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) such as hair pulling or skin picking as well as other frustrating behaviors including stress eating and procrastination. When she's not empowering clients to embrace radical self-acceptance, you'll find her advocating for BFRB awareness, tending to her ever-growing plant collection, or spending time with her two sons and husband. Learn more at hopeandhealingcoach.com.
Freebie from Laura: How to Stop Fighting Your Habit: Why Asking "How Do I Quit" Is Keeping You Stuck and the Real Question That Will Set You Free – listeners can grab it right at the top of her website home page!
Salon and Spa Directory - Safe Space for People with Hair Pulling
https://hopeandhealingcoach.com/bfrb-safe-salon-spa-directory
Article about the Neuroscience Behind Deep Breathing for Regulation
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5455070/
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction to BFRBs and Regulation
02:41 - The Journey of Self-Regulation
05:25 - Curiosity and Self-Compassion in Regulation
07:54 - Understanding ADHD and Dysregulation
10:38 - Shifting Focus: From Stopping to Regulating
13:33 - The Role of Self-Compassion in Behavior Change
16:07 - Tools for Regulation and Building a Toolbox
24:21 - Embracing Discomfort for Growth
26:39 - The Power of Emotional Support
30:53 - Understanding Anger and Vulnerability
35:02 - Finding Comfort in the Uncomfortable
36:00 - Creating Supportive Resources for BFRBs
Is Coaching a good fit for you? Book a call with Megs to find out> Book a Call
Learn more about the Community HERE> OrganizinganADHDBrain.com (Join the waitlist for 2026)
Looking for ADHD-friendly support with decluttering, organizing, or just making life feel a little less chaotic? The new Ways To Connect page is your go-to hub for real-life tools, gentle guidance, and ways to connect—free and paid, no pressure.
*In some shows, there are items offered for free on my website. As of this recording, the only download available is the Dopamine Menu, You can download the dopamine menu here: FREE Dopamine Menu Download
I even send you a video on how to complete!
94 episodes
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