ADHD boredom strikes again (and what I'm doing about it)
ADHD boredom strikes again...Today’s video is a raw life update from someone whose ADHD brain has officially… lost interest.If you’ve ever found yourself wondering why something that once lit you up now feels like a total drag — your job, your hobby, your business — this one’s for you.👉 We’re talking about:The hidden cost of having an interest-driven brainWhat happens when your ADHD hyperfocus fadesWhy pushing harder doesn’t always fix the problemHow to recognize when you’re floating in “I-don’t-know land”Small experiments I’m doing to reignite curiosity and joyThis isn’t a “5-step fix” video — it’s the messy middle, shared in real time.If you’ve ever felt the spark go out and thought, “What’s wrong with me?” — you’re not alone.💬 Let’s talk in the comments: Have you ever lost interest in something you once loved? How did you find your way back (or move on)?RESOURCES I USE TO STAY FOCUSED, PRODUCTIVE + CREATIVE✅ FLOWN (focus + accountability) → https://hi.switchy.io/Liub✅ Notion (my digital brain) → https://hi.switchy.io/hHSx✅ Descript (edit faster + easier) → https://hi.switchy.io/RHx8✅ Flodesk (beautiful email marketing) → https://hi.switchy.io/UCYf✅ Shopify (where I sell my ADHD tools) → https://hi.switchy.io/XKLy✅ Switchy (for short, trackable links) → https://hi.switchy.io/hHSz✅ Creator MBA (if you’re a fellow creator) → https://hi.switchy.io/LsCO
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When Motivation Is 0%… This ADHD System Still Works
#sponsored Try xTiles: https://hi.switchy.io/iWQ4Grab my dashboard template: https://xtiles.app/68dde9b54cc34e0e3531d28cToday we’re diving into something that doesn’t get talked about enough when it comes to ADHD, performance, and productivity: energy fluctuations.Everyone has good days and bad days—but with ADHD, low-energy days can completely hijack your executive function.On those days, task initiation, focus, and follow-through feel nearly impossible.Instead of falling into the all-or-nothing trap, I’ll show you how to create a Plan B routine—the middle ground between doing it all and doing absolutely nothing.You’ll learn how I set up my workweek in a way that supports both high-energy and low-energy days.I’ll also walk through how I reframe my expectations, adjust my dashboard, and practice self-compassion so I can still get the bare minimum done (without spiraling).This approach has completely changed how I handle “bad brain days,” and it might help you too.✨ In this video you’ll learn:Why ADHD and energy dips hit harder than for neurotypicalsHow to recognize when you’re in a low-dopamine stateThe biggest mistake people make on low-energy days (and what to do instead)My exact Plan A vs. Plan B setup for productivityPractical tips to meet yourself where you’re at—without shameIf you’ve ever wondered how to stay afloat when your brain and body say “nope,” this video is for you.ADHD Resources & Coaching📩 Join my ADHD-friendly newsletter → https://hi.switchy.io/LxA1🎯 Work with me 1:1 → https://tally.so/r/mK512M📚 My ADHD productivity & planning tools → https://adhdfriendly.myshopify.com/collections/all
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ADHD Q&A: Failing Focus, Putting out Fires, and You Can’t Do Everything
Click Here to Grab Vision to ActionExecutive paralysis, life “on fire,” and the quote that haunts ADHDers: “You can do anything, but you can’t do everything.” In this Q&A, I show you how to measure focus (not guess), build structure while you’re mid-chaos, and make better choices by pausing, returning to a North Star, and choosing one “anything” at a time. Expect self-compassion, practical tools, tiny experiments—and zero shame.
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7 ADHD Productivity Hacks That Save Me HOURS at Work
#sponsored Click here to try Granola: https://hi.switchy.io/iAQ3 ADHD at work can feel like constant chaos — endless tasks, distractions, and zero motivation. But here’s the thing: it’s not laziness, it’s dopamine. In this video, I’m sharing my best ADHD productivity hacks designed to boost dopamine and unlock your own version of god mode at work.What you’ll learn:The ADHD “god mode” trick for getting more done in less timeSimple dopamine hacks for productivity that fuel focus and momentumHow to create dopamine-friendly systems that stick (instead of another failed planner)My top ADHD hacks for productivity at work that actually save time and energyPractical ways to outsmart procrastination and overwhelmIf you want less chaos and more clarity in your workday, these hacks will help you get there.Check out Granola and offload your meeting stress! https://hi.switchy.io/iAQ3ADHD Resources & Coaching📩 Join my ADHD-friendly newsletter → https://hi.switchy.io/LxA1🎯 Work with me 1:1 → https://tally.so/r/mK512M📚 My ADHD productivity & planning tools → https://adhdfriendly.myshopify.com/collections/all
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This 5 minute exercise CRUSHES my overthinking
In this video, I'm talking about A decision-making framework to help ADHD adults overcome overthinking and make clear, aligned choices using a data-driven scoring matrix (yes, I am a nerd).Here's what we cover:• Overthinking stems from a lack of self-trust and leads to paralysis instead of action• ADHD brains paradoxically add more to their plate when feeling overwhelmed instead of simplifying• The solution is a scoring matrix that evaluates options across important metrics like effort, enjoyment, and income• Making decisions data-driven but internally aligned helps you move from spinning to clarity• Focus on making the decision right rather than making the right decision - most choices can be pivoted laterIf you're a late-diagnosed ADHD adult, coach, or entrepreneur looking for strategies that actually work with your brain, this video has practical insights you can implement right away.**ADHD Resources & Coaching**📩 Join my ADHD-friendly newsletter → https://hi.switchy.io/LxA1🎯 Work with me 1:1 → https://tally.so/r/mK512M📚 My ADHD productivity & planning tools → https://adhdfriendly.myshopify.com/collections/all**Helpful ADHD Tools I Love and Use:**🧠 FLOWN Body Doubling (focus sessions) → https://hi.switchy.io/flown-bodydoubling📝 Notion (organization system) → https://hi.switchy.io/notion-affiliate🎬 Descript (video editing) → https://hi.switchy.io/descript-affiliate📧 Flodesk (email marketing) → https://hi.switchy.io/flodesk-affiliate🛍️ Shopify (online business) → https://hi.switchy.io/shopify-affiliate🔗 Switchy (link management) → https://hi.switchy.io/switchy-affiliate🎓 Creator MBA (Fav course on creating) → undefined📌 Grow With Evelyn (my coach for online business) → undefined**My ADHD Systems & Templates:**• Vision to Action Planning System → https://adhdfriendly.myshopify.com/products/vision-to-action-adhd-notion-template• Distraction to Action Program → https://adhdfriendly.myshopify.com/products/distraction-to-action-a-productivity-program-for-the-highly-distracted-adhd-the-adhdish• Up & Running Coaching Course → https://adhdfriendly.myshopify.com/products/up-running• The Organized Business Template → https://adhdfriendly.myshopify.com/products/the-organized-business-notion-template-for-new-business-owners• The Coach Hub Resources → https://adhdfriendly.myshopify.com/products/the-coach-hub-template-organize-your-business#ADHD #ADHDProductivity #ADHDEntrepreneur #ExecutiveFunction #ADHDCoaching---Hi! I'm an ADHD coach who helps high-functioning ADHD adults—especially coaches and service providers—organize their lives and businesses in brain-friendly ways. If you're newly diagnosed or struggling with traditional productivity advice, you're in the right place.TimestampsIntroduction to Overthinking with ADHD — 0:00(What overthinking looks like, personal experience, and its impact)The Connection Between Overthinking and Self-Trust — 0:36(How lack of self-trust fuels overthinking, personal and client examples)Personal Example: Business Overthinking — 1:31(Annual business reinvention, decision paralysis, and life choices)The Paradox of Adding More When Overwhelmed — 4:03(Why we pile on more tasks when we’re unclear, the discomfort of indecision)The Decision-Making Framework Solution — 7:35(Introducing a practical tool to clarify decisions, step-by-step walkthrough)Making Decisions and Moving Forward — 11:32(How to use the framework, embracing action, and closing thoughts)
About It's The ADHD-Friendly Show | Personal Growth, Well-being and Productivity for Distractible Minds
It’s the ADHD-Friendly Show, where we celebrate smart, creative women with ADHD. We focus on the positive aspects of our neurodiversity and share tips, hacks and life advice on playing to your own unique strengths at work and life. There’s no denying that living with ADHD can be challenging (especially around menopause, holy smokes), but focusing on the good is the best way to create energy, focus and follow through, so that’s what we do here. Connect with me onInstagram: www.instagram.com/carenmagillMy Website: www.itsadhdfriendly.comYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEdXA7ul
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