Busy Brain Bold Faith

The Olympics have a way of stirring something in us — the anticipation, the discipline, the glory, the behind-the-scenes stories we rarely see.  And this week, they took me back 20 years. Back to a season when I worked with Bobsleigh Canada Skeleton. Back to being 20 years old, wildly underqualified, fresh out of a small farm town… and somehow standing in the middle of a World Cup event. Oh — and saying yes to riding in a bobsled at 90 km/hr. In this episode, I’m sharing the story: How I landed a job in Olympic sport with more willingness than experience What it was like working behind the scenes during a World Cup The night Vancouver won the Olympic bid (and why I still get chills) The moment I climbed into a four-person bobsled and screamed my way down the track And what that bold yes taught me about risk, courage, and trusting God when I wasn’t the one steering This isn’t just a nostalgia episode. It’s about saying yes before you feel ready. It’s about being placed in rooms you didn’t earn. It’s about realizing that sometimes faith looks like holding on and trusting the Pilot. If you’ve ever felt underqualified, stretched, or unsure of the next turn in your life — this one’s for you. Let’s talk bobsleds, boldness, and the kind of yes that turns into a testimony.

This week I’m sharing a story about responsibility, community, and letting go — what started as my 9-year-old mowing our lawn turned into lessons about raising capable kids, trusting God with our full plates, and building connection right where we live. If you’ve ever felt like you’re holding all the weight at home or in business, this one’s for you. You’ll walk away encouraged to let others (and your kids!) step in, while you focus on what matters most. Welcome & Why This Story Matters (00:00) — Setting the stage for the episode and why this story is meaningful. Unexpected Independence (01:22) — Your daughter’s initiative and your honest reaction. Building Responsibility, One Task at a Time (03:05) — How you fostered safe, confidence-building steps. Letting Them Lead (05:10) — Observing your child’s growth and learning to step back. Community, Connection, and Growth (07:32) — How these moments tie into bigger life lessons and community. From Home to Business: The Art of Letting Go (09:40) — Drawing parallels between parenting, work, and releasing control. Your Turn: Where Can You Let Go? (10:48)  🔗 Links Mentioned 👉 Finish One Thing Today Toolkit — Get the free audio + reflection to help you focus on one thing that matters most today. Go to: erinvogt.com/finish. 💬 Leave a Review If this episode encouraged you, take 30 seconds to leave a quick rating or review on Podbean, Apple, or Spotify — it helps other busy-brain moms find our community! 🩷

Ever feel like you're failing at business because you can't stick to the systems that work for everyone else? The planners. The time blocking. The "just focus harder" advice. Here's the truth: Your ADHD brain isn't broken. The system is. In this episode, I'm breaking down why traditional business advice fails ADHD entrepreneurs — and what actually works instead. 🎧 YOU'LL LEARN: ✨ Why your busy brain is like a race car trying to drive like a minivan (and why that's actually your superpower) ✨ The shame cycle that keeps ADHD entrepreneurs stuck — and how to break free ✨ The 3 faith-based business systems that actually work for neurodivergent brains: • Capture systems that honour how your brain processes information • Decision frameworks that reduce overwhelm • Accountability structures built for consistency (not perfection) ✨ How to turn distractibility from a flaw into your competitive advantage ✨ Why Jesus was the ultimate rebel against broken systems (and what that means for your business) This isn't another "fix yourself" episode. This is about building systems that fit YOUR brain — not forcing your brain to fit someone else's system. --- 🎁 FREE RESOURCE: Grab your Finish One Thing Today toolkit at erinvogt.com/finish. A simple 5-day system to help you build focus and finally get a win on the board. Perfect for busy brains who need to start small and build momentum. --- 💜 ABOUT BUSY BRAIN BOLD FAITH:  For the Christian businesswoman with a wild, beautiful brain and a heart for Jesus. I'm Erin Vogt, a System Strategist for Busy Brains — helping faith-driven get organized, stay focused and follow-through on everyday systems- God's way.

Katy doesn't have ADHD. But she lives it out, every day! She's been front-and-centre supporting her closest people with squirrel moments for over 20 years - her husband, her son, and her best friend (me).  In this milestone first-guest episode, Katy shares what it's REALLY like to come alongside someone with a busy brain - the entertainment, the "herding cats" challenges, and the brilliance she sees that others might miss. What We Cover: • Supporting 3 people with ADHD across different relationships (spouse, child, friend) • How we adapted our communication (Katy is clinically deaf, I have ADHD - creativity required!) • The rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD) moment that almost stopped me from coaching • Why Katy says ADHD brains have a "snapshot genius" quality • How faith shapes the way we love neurodivergent people • The difference between being a burden vs. an opportunity to adapt Speed-Listen with Timestamps:  0:00 - Meet Katy: Supporting 3 people with ADHD 1:34 - "It's like herding cats" - What it's really like 7:07 - The RSD story: When I was rejected by another coach 3:59 - How Katy adapted her communication (the deaf + ADHD dynamic) 11:02 - The BRILLIANCE Katy sees in ADHD brains 19:37 - "We're all carrying something" - Faith perspective on neurodiversity Who This Episode is For: ✨ ADHD women who want their loved ones to understand them better (share this!) ✨ Partners, parents, and friends supporting someone with ADHD ✨ Anyone navigating neurodiversity through a faith lens CONNECT WITH GUEST, KATY SUIK: Collaboration Specialist (ENSURE YOU DO!)  🥳 https://katysuik.com/ 📧 Email: [email protected] 💼 Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katysuik/ 📱 Instagram: @katycoaches ABOUT YOUR HOST I'm Erin Vogt, System Strategist for Busy Brains, helping Christian women with ADHD get organized, stay focused, and follow through on what God's called them to do. 🩷 Through my FOCUS Formula™ and personalized digital workflows, I guide faith-driven entrepreneurs, creators, and moms who are tired of juggling a hundred tabs (on their screens and in their minds). I help them create calm, consistent systems that actually fit how they're wired. Because for women with busy, beautiful ADHD brains, the goal isn't perfection. It's peace. Peace that allows you to follow through without burning out. Peace that keeps you focused on the calling God's already placed in your hands. Let's connect: 🥳 Grab your Finish One Thing Today Toolkit at: erinvogt.com/finish 📧 Email: [email protected] 📱 Instagram: @erincoaches 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-vogt-coaching/ Subscribe to Busy Brain Bold Faith for ADHD-friendly systems, faith-based strategies, and real talk about building a business with a beautiful, busy brain. adhd, adhd and relationships, living with adhd, mental health, how to support someone with adhd, adhd social skills, adhd friendships, adhd and faith

Struggling to finish what you start? There's a faith-based reason your brain keeps jumping to new tasks—and a simple 4-minute reset that changes everything. This episode reveals why finishing tasks isn't about willpower or motivation. It's about creating clarity in the chaos and letting God lead your focus. What You'll Discover: ✨ The 4-Minute Faith Reset that anchors scattered minds 📖 What Acts 20:24 teaches about finishing God's assigned tasks (not everything) 🧠 Why busy brains need systems, not shame 🎁 Inside the FREE Finish One Thing Today Toolkit (5-day mini experience) The Toolkit Includes: Day 1: Four Minute Faith Reset audio Day 2: Brain dump worksheet to clear mental clutter Day 3: Glass vs Rubber Ball Filter (prioritize what matters) Day 4: Complete ONE task with confidence Day 5: Celebrate the win and build momentum 🎁 Download Your Free Toolkit today at: erinvogt.com/finish Finishing what you start doesn't happen when life is calm—it happens right here in the middle of the noise. What's the ONE thing you're finishing today? #ChristianProductivity #ADHDProductivity #TaskCompletion #FaithBasedProductivity #BusyBrain

🎧 LISTEN TO THIS IF: You're tired of calendar chaos and ready for a system that actually works for your ADHD brain. Double-booking appointments, missing important events, and feeling like your calendar is working against you? In this episode, I'm sharing my Triple-Sync Calendar System - the exact method I use to keep my Ultimate Mom Calendar, digital planner, and Google Calendar perfectly aligned without the tech overwhelm. If you have ADHD or just a busy brain, this time management system will transform how you organize your schedule. No more scheduling chaos, no more missed commitments - just a calendar that actually works for how your brain works. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: • The 3 calendars I sync (and why each one matters) • My step-by-step Triple-Sync process (takes 15 minutes) • How to prevent double-booking without constant checking • ADHD-friendly calendar strategies that actually stick •Why paper + digital calendars work better together WHO THIS IS FOR: ✓ ADHD moms juggling family and business schedules ✓ Christian women entrepreneurs seeking faith-based productivity ✓ Busy moms tired of calendar chaos and missed appointments ✓ Anyone who's tried "productivity hacks" that don't work for their brain ABOUT YOUR HOST: I'm Erin, ADHD Systems Strategist and creator of Busy Brain Bold Faith. I help ambitious Christian entrepreneurs with ADHD build systems that honour how God wired their brains - no hustle culture, just sustainable strategies rooted in faith. Let's get organized, stay focused and follow-through as He intended. RESOURCES MENTIONED: 🎁 Get my FREE Triple-Sync Calendar Guide: www.erinvogt.com/triple 📺 Watch the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lJ6pi67YYcc&t=6s CONNECT WITH ME: YouTube - Busy Brain Bold Faith: https://www.youtube.com/@busybrainboldfaith ADHD calendar system, productivity for moms, time management ADHD, Christian mom organization, family calendar tips, double booking solutions, ADHD planning strategies, busy mom schedule

After 5 years of building an online business while navigating ADHD, I’m sharing the raw truth about my journey - from feeling lost in the personal development world to finding purpose and clarity through faith. This is a love note to any of my previous followers, former clients and peers. INSIDE THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL HEAR:  Why I stepped away from social media and the self-help hustle How my faith became the foundation for everything I do as a Christian entrepreneur The ADHD business systems that actually work when you’re scattered but determined My “wilderness season” and what God taught me about focus and clarity Why digital declutter became essential for my mental health and business success NOTEABLE MOMENTS: 0:00 – Introduction & Welcome 1:11 –   Faith and Identity 2:14 – Personal Struggles & The Wilderness 3:01 – Strengths and Systems 4:14 – Digital Clutter & Overwhelm 6:28 – Community & Call to Action NEXT STEPS: If you’re a Christian business woman with a busy brain who’s tired of generic productivity advice, this one’s for you. I’m sharing the real struggles, the messy middle, and how anchoring everything in God’s Word transformed my approach to business and life. Ready to ditch the overwhelm and build ADHD business systems that honor both your brain and your faith? Let’s do this together. WANT TO CONNECT FURTHER? YouTube: Busy Brain Bold Faith: https://www.youtube.com/@busybrainboldfaith/videos Mentioned Video: Google Drive Chaos SOLVED: https://youtu.be/9KX_cP61ZQc?si=8Ke-I4oQqRYKOVH7 Email me: [email protected] FREE RESOURCES: erinvogt.com/still

Tired of feeling like your wild, creative brain is a flaw? What if your ADHD is actually a feature—one God intentionally designed?  Welcome to Episode 7 of Busy Brain Bold Faith! In this honest, hope-filled conversation, we’re flipping the script on ADHD, ditching the shame, and learning how to see our “busy brains” as God-given strengths. You’ll hear inspiring wisdom from John Brink, an 85-year-old Canadian entrepreneur who wasn’t diagnosed with ADHD until 57—yet built thriving businesses and a life of impact. His story proves it’s never too late to embrace your uniqueness and live boldly, just as God intended. WHAT TO EXPECT:  How ADHD can be your secret weapon in business and life Why “chaos” is often your creative playground (and why that’s a GOOD thing!) Real talk about stigma, shame, and why you’re not a “broken puzzle piece” Biblical encouragement: God’s Word on your strength and purpose Practical encouragement for Christian women in business navigating ADHD NOTEABLE SPOTS: 0:52 Welcome & why we're flipping the script on ADHD 2:30 John Brink's story: Late diagnosis, lifelong impact 5:45 Professions where ADHD shines 6:33 From "failure" to "islands of competence" 12:15 What the Bible really says about strength 14:30 Celebrating your ADHD strengths  BOOKS MENTIONED "ADHD Unlocked" by John Brink "ADHD is Awesome" by Penn Holderness FREE RESOURCE: Take just 4 minutes to get ultra quiet and connected to God, to hear what He sees in you. No label of ADHD, just your STRENGTHS. Go to: erinvogt.com/still LET'S CONNECT & GROW TOGETHER 👉 What’s one STRENGTH you feel, living with ADHD? Drop it in the comments below so we can magnify them and support one another! Subscribe for more faith-first ADHD encouragement, practical strategies, and real talk about motherhood, mindset, and mission. #ADHDChristian #FaithAndADHD #ChristianWomenInBusiness #ADHDStrengths #GodMadeYouUnique #BusyBrainBoldFaith REMEMBER: You are not a mistake. You are not too much. You are exactly who God made you to be—on purpose, for a purpose. 💜

For the Christian businesswoman with a wild, beautiful brain and a heart for Jesus. WHAT THIS EPISODE IS ABOUT: 5 Home Systems that we discovered during a recent renovation that are pushing us toward consistent tidying, decent organizing and smart delegation.  TIMESTAMPS – Jump to What You Need 0:00 – Welcome: Why Your Brain Isn’t Messy (and My ADHD Renovation Story) 2:12 – 1. Grace Over Perfection 4:24 – 2. Everything Has a Home 6:31 – 3. Transition Zones & Launch Padds 8:10 – 4. Visual Storage & Accessibility 10:34 – 5. Smart Family Delegation 13:41 – Systems Recap & Next Steps TODAY’S TAKEAWAY: You and I can stop shoving ourselves into boxes of what “organized” is supposed to look like; let’s stop trying harder and start using the unique way that God has wired us. Give ourselves grace and trust him to lead us through. WHAT THE BIBLE REMINDS US: I will say of the Lord, he is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust. - Psalm 91:2 RESOURCES 4-Minute Scattered to Still Reset: (FREE Audio and Reflection Guide): https://erinvogt.com/still Remember, you are wired for creativity and purpose—let’s use these tools to bring more order and joy to your home and business! READY FOR SYSTEMS THAT AREN’T SCARY? We start with one! Book your free Scattered to Still Strategy Call—20 minutes to pinpoint the ONE system holding you back and create a path to peace. 👉 Book now: https://www.erinvogt.com/scatteredtostill CONNECT WITH ERIN Website: https://www.erinvogt.com/ Email:      [email protected]  

5 ADHD-FRIENDLY TECH TOOLS THAT CHANGED MY LIFE 🚀🧠 For the Christian businesswoman with a wild, beautiful brain and a heart for Jesus. WHAT THIS EPISODE IS ABOUT:  Today, I’m sharing the five tech tools that have truly transformed the way I manage my ADHD brain in both business and everyday life. These aren’t just generic productivity hacks—these are real-life game-changers that help me stay anchored in God’s peace, ditch the overwhelm, and actually get things done with joy. TIMESTAMPS – Jump to What You Need 00:00 Welcome to Busy Brain, Bold Faith 00:30 Introduction to Tech for Busy Brains 01:59 Google Drive and Google Docs Tips 04:15 Descript: The Ultimate Editing Tool 05:34 Communication Tools: Voxer, WhatsApp, Marco Polo 06:13 Streamlining with Calendar Booking Systems 07:11 Visual Task Managers and CRMs 10:35 Faith and ADHD: Embracing Your Unique Mind 13:47 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   TODAY’S TAKEAWAY:  The right tech tools don’t add chaos—they create calm. When you use systems that work WITH your ADHD brain, you make space for God’s peace and your own creativity to shine. WHAT THE BIBLE REMINDS US:  For God is not a God of disorder, but of peace. (1 Corinthians 14:33). RESOURCES  4-Minute Scattered to Still Reset: (FREE Audio and Reflection Guide): https://erinvogt.com/still Remember, you are wired for creativity and purpose—let’s use these tools to bring more order and joy to your business! READY FOR MORE CLARITY? Overwhelmed by systems that just don’t fit your brain or your faith? Book your free Scattered to Still Strategy Call—20 minutes to pinpoint the ONE system holding you back and create a path to peace. 👉 Book now: https://www.erinvogt.com/scatteredtostill CONNECT WITH ERIN Website: https://www.erinvogt.com/ Email:      [email protected]

Ever feel like systems are just for “Type A” women? Think again! In this episode, Erin reveals why systems are the missing link for Christian women with ADHD who crave peace and productivity—but don’t want to lose their spark.  Systems can be the missing link for achieving small wins in decluttering, self-control, gentleness, and all the fruits of the Spirit. Discover how faith and simple rhythms can bring peace and productivity—no perfection required. ✨ Highlights: Systems for real women Decluttering wins Self-control & gentleness Faith-fueled encouragement Grab your Scattered to Still Reset—a 4-minute calming audio to make mental room for what God is calling you to. Visit www.erinvogt.com (link at the top of the page). Timestamps:  01:10  – Why Systems Aren’t Just for Type A People 01:50 – Real-Life System Breakdowns & Family Routines 05:14 – How Systems Reduce Chaos in Home, Business, and Faith 08:34 - The Fruits of the Spirit related to Systems 10:17 – Struggles with Self-Control and Projection 10:35 – Gentleness with Yourself and Others 11:04— That's 1% better than yesterday 12:36 – Final Encouragement & Next Steps

My ADHD Diagnosis Poem: From Shame to Strength Eight years ago, I received my ADHD diagnosis and started a journey through shame, confusion, and ultimately, acceptance and hope. In this deeply personal episode, I share my original poem “Sailing, Not Climbing”—written at a low point when I realized I wasn’t broken… just different. In this episode: My honest ADHD diagnosis story and mental health journey as a Christian woman The full “Sailing, Not Climbing” poem (straight from my heart) How faith transformed my ADHD from a label of shame to a space of strength Why we’re not meant to “climb” like everyone else—we’re meant to “sail” in our own way Encouragement from 2 Corinthians 12:9 on God’s power in our weakness This is for you if: You’re a Christian woman with ADHD, a mom navigating mental health, or anyone who needs to know you’re not alone and not a mistake. Scripture Anchor: My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. — 2 Corinthians 12:9 Resources: 4-Minute Scattered to Still Reset: (FREE Audio and Reflection Guide): https://erinvogt.com/still Book your free Scattered to Still Strategy Call:  erinvogt.com/scatteredtostill Let's Connect! Website: erinvogt.com Email:      [email protected]  

In this unfiltered and deeply personal episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my journey — from postpartum depression, ADHD burnout, and new age spirituality… to a life and business fully surrendered to Jesus. This is the story I wish someone had shared with me when I was drowning in self-help books, trying to “fix” myself, and wondering why I still felt empty. I talk about motherhood, marriage, identity, and the moment I realized I didn’t need more hacks — I needed Him. If you’re a woman with a busy brain, a business, and a heart that longs for clarity and peace… come listen in. Your story is part of His bigger plan, as is mine.  This is where healing begins. TIMESTAMPS:  Welcome & Purpose of the Podcast — 00:00 From Burnout to Breakthrough — 00:32 Postpartum Struggles & Depression — 02:12 Marriage, Mom Guilt & Mental Spiral — 03:07 Spiritually Lost & Dabbling in New Age — 08:43 The Turning Point: One Facebook Post — 10:40 Hitting Rock Bottom: Asking for Help — 12:30 ADHD Diagnosis & Identity Shift — 15:38 From Social Work to Soul Work — 17:15 Laying Down Social Media — 19:32 God’s Word, Not Self-Help — 21:00 Romans 12:2 & Renewing the Mind — 21:20 Action Step: Sit with God & Ask the Hard Question — 24:30 ACTION STEP FOR TODAY: Set aside 10 minutes to be with God — no agenda, no pressure. Whether you're walking, resting, or tucked into your favourite cozy spot, let this be a moment of stillness. Say: “Thank you, God, for being here with me. What are You trying to transform in me right now?” Listen. Pray. Journal. Cry if you need to. Let His presence meet you where you are. Reflect on what comes up — and if you're led, share it with a trusted friend… or reply to me directly at [email protected]. I’d love to hear what He’s stirring in you. 

Welcome to Episode 1 of Busy Brain, Bold Faith! In this quick “Start Here” episode, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at what this podcast is all about. If you’re a Jesus-loving woman with ADHD who’s juggling motherhood, business, and a brain that just won’t quit — this space was made for you. Expect honest stories, biblical encouragement, and ADHD-friendly rhythms that help you simplify your mind, home, and habits. Let’s stop spinning and start winning — one surrendered step at a time. Hugs, Erin Vogt