Ep 83: Executive Function Series #5 Stress Tolerance

Send us a voice message at speakpipe.com/learntothrivewithadhdIn this deep-dive episode of our executive function series, I share how to build stress tolerance for ADHD brains and the practical strategies that helped me go from overwhelmed to calm, even when life gets chaotic.📌 Key Topics:My personal journey with stress overwhelm when hosting gatheringsThe critical connection between stress tolerance and other executive functionsWhy the right amount of stress can actually be helpful for motivationHow reframing stress as a challenge changes your physical responseBuilding your stress "muscle" through consistent small exposuresThe power of ADHD-friendly prioritization to prevent overwhelm🗣️ Featured Quote: "Stress tolerance isn't about avoiding stress altogether—it's about building the capacity to handle it in a healthy way, especially when you live with ADHD."💡 Strategy Breakdown:Reframe stress as a challenge rather than a threat to reduce intensityDevelop specific stress relief habits that don't create negative consequencesCreate an ADHD-friendly prioritization system with the "Today List" methodLearn to recognize when stress is becoming too much and have tools ready🎯 Coming Up Next: Join us next week as we continue our executive function series with organization strategies for your mind, things, and work/home life.🔑 Key Takeaway: Stress tolerance works like a muscle—the more you use it, the stronger it gets. With practice, your ability to stay calm, focused and resilient under pressure grows.Connect with Mande: Free Today List Prioritization Sheet: http://www.learntothrivewithadhd.com/prioritylistLearn more about private coaching with Mande: https://learntothrivewithadhd.com/services/Free Resources: https://learntothrivewithadhd.com/freeresources/ Website: https://www.learntothrivewithadhd.com/ LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/learntothrivewithadhd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/learntothrivewithadhd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/learntothrivewithadhd/#executivefunctions #adhd #stresstolerance #adhdstress #adhdsupport #adhdstrategies #adhdcommunity #stressmanagement #prioritizationClick here for full show notes.Send us Fan MailCLICK HERE for more resources. We're on this journey together!