Podcast Summary
Self-reflection and new dreams: Even with a busy schedule or ADHD, taking time for self-reflection and reframing old beliefs can lead to new desires and authentic dreams, with small shifts in thinking creating big effects.
Even with a busy schedule or a recent ADHD diagnosis, it's important to take time for self-reflection and reframe old beliefs to step into new desires and authentic dreams. This process can be intimidating, especially when navigating a new understanding of your brain, but it doesn't require drastic changes right away. Instead, consider making small shifts in your thinking that can lead to big effects. This 15-minute snippet from the "Tapping into Your ADHD Gold" workshop offers permission to dream big and explore new possibilities, inviting women to step into entrepreneurial ideas or simply make small changes to improve their current situation. Whether feeling stuck or overwhelmed, or newly diagnosed, this workshop encourages women to believe in their abilities and consider new ways of looking at their lives and goals.
Fear and Nervous System: Recognizing and understanding fears can help us overcome them and step into what we truly want, despite fears of success and imposter syndrome common in individuals with ADHD.
Our nervous system is the first line of defense against fear, and it manifests physically in our bodies. Everyone experiences fear differently, and it can prevent us from pursuing what we desire due to imposter syndrome, feelings of not being good enough, or lack of trust in ourselves. Recognizing and understanding these fears can help us overcome them and step into what we truly want. For individuals with ADHD, fear of success and imposter syndrome can be particularly strong, leading to self-doubt and the belief that we cannot achieve our goals due to perceived inadequacies. By acknowledging and addressing these fears, we can learn to trust ourselves and take action towards our desires.
Limiting beliefs: Limiting beliefs rooted in scarcity mentality can prevent us from making a positive impact by holding back our unique perspective and skills, but shifting to an abundance mindset and focusing on how we can be of service can help us overcome self-imposed limitations and make a difference.
Our limiting beliefs, rooted in a scarcity mentality, can hold us back from making a positive impact on the world. This mentality, which often stems from a fear of competition, can prevent us from offering our unique perspective and skills to those who need them. For instance, in the context of starting a business, we might think that because someone else is already doing it well, there's no point in trying. However, this mindset overlooks the fact that our approach, communication style, and individuality can set us apart and provide value to customers in a unique way. This scarcity mentality is not exclusive to business endeavors; it can also hinder us from pursuing relationships, joining communities, volunteering, and being creative. By shifting our perspective to one of abundance and focusing on how we can be of service, we can overcome self-imposed limitations and make a meaningful difference in the world.
Embracing Passion and Joy: Instead of focusing on negativity and limitations, choose a passionate and joyful perspective for a fulfilling life. Surround yourself with positive influences and believe in your abilities to be successful and abundant.
Instead of focusing on negativity and limitations, we can choose to approach life from a passionate and joyful perspective. The speaker's personal journey with ADHD led her to realize the importance of having multiple sources of guidance and support. She encourages women to embrace their passions and abilities, and to believe that they can be successful and abundant while living happily and excitedly. The societal belief that happiness and success are mutually exclusive should be challenged, as it is our God-given right to live fulfilling lives. By reframing our mindset and surrounding ourselves with positive influences, we can replace anger, sadness, and toxicity with passion and joy.
Neurodivergence and inner critic: Recognizing neurodivergence and the inner critic's voice can lead to personal growth and overcoming self-imposed limitations. Acknowledge its presence and refuse to be held back by self-doubt to embrace true potential.
Understanding neurodivergence and recognizing the inner critic's voice can lead to personal growth and overcoming self-imposed limitations. For a long time, many of us have built protective layers due to external criticism and societal expectations. This voice of self-doubt, which stems from fear, can make us feel broken or unable to succeed. However, acknowledging its presence and refusing to be held back by it is crucial. Embracing neurodivergence and recognizing our unique abilities can lead to a new perspective, allowing us to wake up happy, energized, and excited about making money. The inner critic will always be present, but it's essential to thank it for its concerns and move forward with determination. By recognizing its role and not letting it dictate our actions, we can break free from the shackles and embrace our true potential.
Fear of Growth: Fear and discomfort are natural during growth, acknowledge them, use passion and desire to help others, and step forward with courage and compassion.
Growth and learning new things can be scary, triggering feelings of fear and discomfort. But it's important to recognize these feelings and not let them hold us back. Instead, we can choose to step out of our comfort zones, acknowledge our fears, and use our passion and desire to help others as motivation. By doing so, we can make a positive impact and create a ripple effect. Remember, the fear and discomfort are a natural part of the growth process, and it's important to have compassion for ourselves and witness these thoughts instead of letting them consume us. So, next time you're faced with a new challenge or opportunity, take a deep breath, acknowledge your fears, and step forward with courage and compassion.
Trusting inner guidance: Trusting inner guidance helps avoid regrets, even if it means making scary or uncertain decisions, and honoring our true desires over societal expectations
When we feel uncertain or out of control, it's natural for our brains to feel uncomfortable and even scared. This lack of control can lead us to make rash decisions or hold onto regrets. But it's important to trust and have faith in the choices that resonate deeply within us, even if they seem scary or uncertain at first. Failure is a natural part of the journey, and it's essential to honor our inner guidance, rather than being swayed by societal expectations or obligations. By doing so, we can avoid the regrets that come from living a life that doesn't align with our true desires.
Failure learning: Failure is an opportunity for learning and growth. Successful entrepreneurs have faced failures and learned valuable lessons from them. Reflecting on past failures can build resilience and help us try again.
Failure is not a catastrophic event, but rather an opportunity for learning and growth. According to the speaker, every experience of failure, whether it be in business, relationships, or personal endeavors, holds valuable lessons that can help us move forward. Even the most successful entrepreneurs have faced failures in their past. By recognizing and reflecting on what we've learned from our failures, we can build resilience and use that knowledge to bounce back and try again. As Marie Forleo puts it, a failure is simply a "faithful attempt in learning." So the next time you find yourself looking back on a situation that didn't go as planned, take a moment to consider what you can learn from it and how you can use that knowledge to propel yourself forward.
Personal growth from failures: For individuals with ADHD, learning from failures is crucial for progress. The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast offers insights and wisdom to help remind listeners of this truth and find new opportunities for growth.
Personal growth and learning from failures are essential for progress in life. According to the speaker, this is particularly relevant for individuals with ADHD, as they may feel the need to experience setbacks in order to grow. The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast aims to provide wisdom and insights from guests to help remind listeners of this important truth. So, even if you feel like you've failed or made mistakes, remember that these experiences can be valuable stepping stones on the path to growth and improvement. Keep an open mind, learn from your experiences, and look forward to new opportunities. The podcast offers a refreshing perspective and valuable insights for anyone seeking to enhance their wellbeing. Tune in regularly for more inspiring stories and practical advice.