003: The Real Reason Everyday Tasks Overwhelm You (And What to Do About It)

I’m diving into why everyday tasks—like responding to texts or emptying the dishwasher—can feel way harder than you think they “should.” (The should is always in quotes!) If you’ve ever looked at your to-do list and felt totally stuck on something simple, you’re not alone. I break down how our brains tend to complicate things and why “simple” doesn’t always mean “easy,” especially when executive functioning is involved.Host: Sarah Lovell, Executive Function and ADHD Coach Episode Highlights: (time stamps) 00:00 Introduction: The Illusion of Simplicity05:20 Simple, But Not Easy: Tasks That Should Be Simple08:40 Tasks Related to Work, School, Hobbies, and Chores11:01 The Impact of Self-Talk on Executive Functioning14:11 Decision-Making and Executive Functioning16:57 Reframing Self-Talk and Creating Personalized Systems17:34 Outro Resources Mentioned:Free training: Creating a Formula to Overcome Procrastination and Get Unstuck Coaching Membership: Stuck to StartedConnect with Sarah Lovell: Website: Executive Functioning FirstEmail: [email protected]: @executivefunctioningfirstMusic by: AudioCoffee, Inspirational BackgroundPodcast edit by: Chelsea Koenigsknecht of KC Virtual, Instagram: @KC_Virtual