• Three key reasons change is hard for ADHD brains
• A simple, step by step approach to make lasting change
• Actionable tips to incorporate these tools into your life today

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Episode 172: Procrastination, ADHD, and The Intellectual Yes

Gretchen Rubin's Abstainer vs Moderator Framework

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00:00 Introduction: The January Slump

00:42 Understanding Resistance and Growth

02:48 Why Growth Feels Uncomfortable

05:57 Facing Uncomfortable Truths

07:42 Identity Loss and Grief in Change

09:03 Biological Resistance to Change

11:16 Making Lasting Change: Full Body Yes

16:24 Choosing Your Approach: Gradual vs. All-In

25:44 Conclusion: Embrace the Discomfort

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Do you want a do-over on the New Year's energy this year? If you found that January somehow got away from you, and your intentions to map out your goals derailed... SAME. I'm right there with you.

Here is the truth: Transitions are incredibly hard for the ADHD brain. Moving from the chaos of the holidays into a high-pressure "New Year" is a massive transition that we often underestimate.

So, I've decided that January was simply my "transition month."

In this bonus episode you will discover:

• Why January feels so hard for ADHD brains
• The "Q1 = 2/1" mindset shift that gives you a fresh start
• How to use the "Word of the Year" as a decision-making anchor
• The "Good, Better, Best" goal framework to keep momentum without perfectionism

One Tiny First Step: If the whole year feels too big right now, just ask yourself: What is one quality I want to cultivate in February? That's it. Start there.

Ready for more support? If you want the accountability to actually stick with your plans this time, I'd love to have you in the January cohort of We're Busy Being Awesome. We kick off right at the start of our new Q1 (Jan 29th)! https://imbusybeingawesome.com/group

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• Get your word of the year workbook here

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00:00 Introduction and New Year's Reset

00:44 Reflecting on January's Challenges

03:14 Understanding ADHD and Transitions

04:24 Starting Fresh

05:49 Three Ways to Reset

09:13 Why Traditional Systems Fail ADHD Brains

10:05 Support and Coaching

15:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Ever find yourself 95% done with a task… and somehow still not finishing it?

In this episode, we're talking about what I call the infinite 5% — that last little stretch of a project that somehow takes forever. We'll break down why this pattern shows up (especially for ADHD brains), what's actually going on when it feels impossible to cross the finish line, and two powerful mindset shifts that can help you finally finish — or give yourself permission to pause — without guilt or burnout.

You'll learn:

• Why the last 5% of a task feels so hard to finish — and how ADHD brains get stuck in the "almost done" loop
• The five hidden challenges that make completing projects feel overwhelming (even when you're this close)
• Two ADHD-friendly ways to redefine what "done" really means — without relying on perfection or burnout

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• Discover my favorite ADHD resources
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• Free course: ADHD Routine Revamp

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00:00 Introduction: The Infinite 5%

01:40 Understanding the Infinite 5%

02:19 Real-Life Examples of the Infinite 5%

04:34 Why the Last 5% is So Challenging

09:24 Perfectionism and the Expanding 5%

12:18 Redefining 'Done'

17:32 Practical Steps to Define 'Done'

19:22 Final Thoughts