Ep 12. Why You Keep Getting Derailed: The Hidden Power of Shadow Work

How many times have you told yourself that you’re just a “lazy” person? That you’re a “lost cause” and that’s why you can’t get through your day-to-day without feeling like you’re falling behind. For years, we’ve been taught to regulate, to manage, to breathe through the chaos. We meditate. We journal. We try to “fix” ourselves. But what if the real issue isn’t what’s on the surface? What if the constant overwhelm, the self-sabotage, and the never-ending cycle of burnout are being driven by something deeper—something hidden?This week, we’re diving headfirst into something that has completely rocked my world—shadow work. Shadow work is not about sugarcoating. It’s not about mindset hacks or productivity tips. It’s about facing the parts of ourselves that we’ve been avoiding—our fears, our limiting beliefs, our unconscious patterns that keep us stuck. It’s about bringing our darkness into the light so we can finally break free.In this episode, we’re unpacking how your shadow might be the reason why self-compassion feels impossible, why your goals keep slipping through your fingers, and why—no matter how much you know what you should do—you still don’t do it.In this episode, you’ll learn about:What shadow work is and its transformative power (01:17)The goal of shadow work (5:23)Setting goals with specific actions (10:01)Practicing daily self-kindness (13:29)How to schedule weekly non-negotiables for fun activities (13:54)How shadow beliefs can sabotage goals despite logical understanding (14:14)The cons to unacknowledged shadow beliefs (15:20) Projections as a way to identify shadow aspects (16:22)How judgments of others often reflect disowned parts of self (20:40)The importance of curiosity and compassion in shadow work (26:18)Join ADHD Untamed Here: https://www.anaurban.com/adhd-untamed 🌱 Ready to stop second-guessing and start trusting yourself—no matter what emotions arise?🎟️ Save your seat for the live 2-day workshop: Rewire Your Brain for Emotional Resilience in Just 5 Minutes a Day🗓️ May 20 & 22 | Included for Untamed members💻 Grab your ticket today!Want to go even deeper? Join the Untamed coaching experience and build the emotional resilience, clarity, and confidence to create a life that aligns with your values.✨ Weekly live coaching with Ana✨ Emotional regulation & mindset tools✨ The Untamed Freedom Formula course✨ Live masterclasses & workshops every month plus our entire library of past classes on everything from decluttering to perfectionism✨ A wildly relatable, supportive community👉🏽 Join now at anaurban.com/adhd-untamed