178: What’s Actually Stressing You Out? (It’s Probably Not What You Think)

Episode Outline: Slow is Smooth, Smooth is Fast00:00 – Welcome + Quick OverviewA short, actionable episode on slowing down and calming your nervous system.00:30 – Parenting MomentA lesson from my daughter about how rushing actually slows us down.02:00 – The Phrase That Stuck"Slow is smooth, smooth is fast"—why this finally resonated.03:00 – Real-Life ExamplesCatching myself rushing while cooking, shopping, and driving.05:00 – Book ConnectionRevisiting The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry and joining a book study.06:30 – The Power of SabbathSpiritual reflections on rest and how practicing Sabbath can literally add years to your life.09:00 – Current ProgressHow I’m working toward a slower pace and more intentional rest.11:00 – Closing ThoughtsLet’s chat! DM me or leave a comment with your thoughts.

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What’s Actually Stressing You Out? (It’s Probably Not What You Think)🌿🧠✨Feeling overwhelmed but not sure why? In this episode, we’re digging into a deceptively simple question: What’s actually stressing you out right now? Spoiler: it’s probably not the thing that just set you off.I’m walking you through one of my favorite go-to strategies for untangling mental clutter, getting clarity, and uncovering the real source of your stress—complete with gentle mindset shifts and super practical steps you can try in real time. Whether you're juggling work, home, or just a racing mind, this episode will help you slow down, sort it out, and take action that actually helps.Think of it like a brain declutter session—cozy, clarifying, and way less chaotic.In this episode, you’ll learn:— How to do a brain dump that actually helps— A simple way to group your stressors without overthinking it— How to decide what to do, delegate, automate, or release— Why what’s bothering you might not be what you thinkGrab a notebook (or just your Notes app), press play, and let’s sort through the mental mess together.Want to be the first to hear when The ADHD Consistency Collective opens again?JOIN THE INTEREST LIST HERE📣✨👇PS if you KNOW you're going to want to join in the fall and you'd like to have a 6-month payment plan, email me ([email protected]) and we can get that set up!

Ever feel like your brain just won’t shut off — like it’s sprinting while the world is asking you to walk? You’re not alone. In this episode of Do I Have ADHD?, your host (recording from the car today!) shares four easy, practical tools that help calm a racing mind. No special tools, fancy skills, or money required — just your intention and a few minutes of time. These methods tap into the body-brain feedback loop to signal safety and calm, even when your thoughts are spiraling.What You’ll Learn:How your body can help signal to your brain that it’s safe to slow downFour simple, sensory-based techniques that promote nervous system regulationWhy overstimulation happens so quickly in modern life — and what to do about itTimestamps:00:00 – 01:40 | Welcome & what to expect in this episode (plus a heads-up about background noise!)01:41 – 04:35 | How the body-brain stress loop works — and why calming one calms the other04:36 – 08:05 | 1. Open Hands, Half Smile – A deceptively simple pose that instantly relaxes your muscles and signals calm08:06 – 12:32 | 2. Take a Sensory Break – Unplug, un-stimulate, and wrap yourself up like a burrito (weighted blankets encouraged!)12:33 – 17:01 | 3. Gravity Break + Belly Breathing – Lay down, elevate your legs, and breathe into your belly to activate your parasympathetic system17:02 – 20:20 | 4. Go Touch Grass – Ground yourself (literally) by getting outside and feeling the earth beneath your feet20:21 – End | Recap of all four techniques + final encouragementMentioned Resources:House of Psalms YouTube Channel (for calming frequency music)Take a moment to try just one of these techniques today — your nervous system will thank you.

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