Ep 125. ADHD & Thought Distortions: How to Stop Overthinking

💡👥 Group Coaching Info: Join our supportive group coaching to practice these tools with others:https://theadhdclaritycoach.com/page/eyb-group-programDo unhelpful thoughts constantly get in your way? In this ADHD-friendly coaching episode, I break down practical strategies to identify, challenge, and reframe cognitive distortions.We’ll cover:-What thought distortions are and how they shape your reality-How to label, examine, and reframe automatic thoughts-Practical examples of mind reading, black-and-white thinking, and catastrophizing-Why affirmations often fail and what actually works-How to strengthen your mental “muscles” for flexibilityTimestamps: 00:00 – This One Thinking Pattern Is Wrecking Your Mental Health00:45 – The Hidden Thought Filter Running Your Life01:30 – The “Mind Reading” Mistake We Make in Social Situations02:15 – How Thought Distortions Create Anxiety, Shame & Isolation02:50 – You Can’t Stop Thoughts (But You Can Stop Believing Them)03:30 – Intrusive Thoughts: Why Your Brain Lies to You Sometimes04:15 – ADHD, Rejection Sensitivity & Constant Self-Monitoring04:55 – Step 1: Catch the Thought Before It Takes Over05:30 – Step 2: Put Your Thought on Trial (Scientist Mindset)06:30 – Step 3: Reframing Without Toxic Positivity07:30 – The To-Do List Spiral That Destroys Motivation08:25 – Why Affirmations Usually Backfire09:00 – The Driving Example That Exposes Your Mental Filters10:30 – Same Situation, Completely Different Reality11:05 – How to Train Your Brain to Do This Automatically11:30 – Get Support Practicing This Skill (Group Coaching) #ADHD #ADHDcoach #thoughtdistortions #cognitivetherapy #adhdtips #executivefunction #adhdlife #neurodivergent #mentalhealth #adhdsupport #mindsetshift #selfawareness