E222: Constantly Feel Like You're Behind? 4 Reasons Why

E222: Constantly Feel Like You're Behind? 4 Reasons Why

Author: Patricia Sung | ADHD Coach for Moms with ADHD April 18, 2024 Duration: 12:29

What "should" you have done already?  

Finish your degree? 

Pass your driver's license test? 

Make that doctor's appt? 

Left the house for school pickup?

If you're constantly thinking "I'm behind!", this episode is for you.  

Often it's literal, as in, "I'm 20 minutes late to my appointment!"

But it's also in the big things, like you "should" have more kids by now or gotten that promotion. 

You're not alone! Feeling behind has come up in several discussions recently both in my Lighthouse Group ADHD Coaching, and in Successful Mama Meetups. What are the patterns showing up in this pervasive problem among women with ADHD?

Here's how to move forward both logistically and mentally.

It's time to take care of you, mama: A whole weekend for you to relax and get away from all your weighty responsibilities, to understand your ADHD mind in community with moms who get it. Drop your name on the waitlist for the 3rd annual ADHD Moms Weekend Retreat in October 2024, and I'll take care of everything once you arrive!

 

Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-222-4-reasons-why-you-feel-behind


Ever feel like you're running a marathon with no finish line in sight, while everyone else seems to be on a leisurely stroll? That mental clutter, the constant search for your keys, the guilt over forgotten appointments-it's not a personal failing. It's often the lived experience of motherhood when you're also navigating adult ADHD. Motherhood in ADHD is a space created specifically for that reality. Hosted by Patricia Sung, an ADHD coach who gets it because she lives it, this podcast digs into the intersection of a neurodivergent brain and the demands of raising a family. You'll find conversations that move beyond simple tips, offering brain-based science and practical strategies tailored for moms whose minds work differently. Episodes explore how to structure your days in a way that works with your ADHD, not against it, and rethink parenting approaches to reduce overwhelm for both you and your kids. It’s about education that leads to self-compassion, replacing shame with understanding. Tune in for honest talk about productivity that actually sticks, managing mental health, and building systems that acknowledge your unique wiring. This is more than just a podcast; it’s a companion for redefining what success looks like in your home and in your mind, helping you move from barely coping to truly thriving.
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