
ep 169: ADHD & Emotional Regulation: How the Media You Consume Shapes Your Brain
Is your algorithm making your ADHD worse?
šŖļø If your feed is full of intense drama, crime, or emotional chaos⦠it might be making itĀ harderĀ to regulate your emotions and focus. In this episode, Iāll help you understand how your content consumption is impacting your braināand walk you through how to shift it gently, without deprivation or restriction. Youāll learn how to retrain your algorithm to actually support your goals (and your mental health) while still getting your dopamine needs met. š§ š«
00:00 ā Youāre not doing everything wrongāyouāre just stuck in a cycle
01:00 ā How content loops impact ADHD thought patterns and mood
01:40 ā Why dramatic content hooks ADHD brainsāand how it backfires
03:15 ā What to do instead (without quitting cold turkey)
04:00 ā Using platforms like TikTok more intentionally
05:10 ā What my current algorithm looks like + how I curated it
06:30 ā Using your feed as aĀ vision boardĀ for your future goals
07:40 ā Small, doable actions that deliver better dopamine
08:30 ā Why mindful content isnāt restrictiveāitās empowering
09:10 ā Practical swaps that inspire real-life action
š This is exactly the kind of mindset shift weāll be making insideĀ The ADHD Consistency Collectiveālearning how to gently disrupt unhelpful patterns, reframe your habits, and create more intentional rhythms in your everyday life. If you want to feel more in control and less scattered, this work matters. š
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