Join me in this in-depth episode where I share my stress tolerance journey and the practical strategies that transformed how I handle pressure. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed when life throws challenges your way or noticed that stress hits your ADHD brain harder and lingers longer, this episode is for you. I’ll walk you through the exact approaches that helped me go from feeling physically sick when preparing for guests to handling tasks with ease and actually enjoying the process.
What you’ll learn:
- Why stress tolerance is a critical executive function for ADHD brains
- How stress in the right amount can actually be helpful for motivation and focus
- The exercise analogy that explains how stress tolerance works like a muscle
- Why reframing stress as a challenge rather than a threat changes your physical response
- The story of my client who went from shutting down with email overwhelm to thriving
- How prioritization prevents the “everything is urgent” stress response
- The simple “Today List” method designed specifically for ADHD brains
- Why building stress tolerance isn’t about avoiding stress but handling it healthily
Tools I Use and Recommend:
- Stress reframing practice to change your physical response
- The “Today List” prioritization sheet with five ADHD-friendly categories
- Personalized stress relief habit development
- Regular stress “muscle” building through manageable challenges
- Daily habits that release accumulated stress before overwhelm
“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. Think of it like a muscle. The more you use it, the stronger it gets.” – Mande John
Healthy Stress Management vs. Avoidance Learn why avoiding all stress actually weakens your ability to handle it, while strategic exposure builds resilience. I share personal examples from hosting gatherings and client success stories that demonstrate how these strategies helped transform overwhelming situations into manageable challenges.
Resources:
- Learn more about private coaching: https://learntothrivewithadhd.com/services/
- Free Today List Prioritization Sheet: http://www.learntothrivewithadhd.com/prioritylist
- Free Resources: https://learntothrivewithadhd.com/freeresources/
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This episode is essential for anyone with ADHD who struggles with feeling overwhelmed by stress and pressure. Remember: you don’t have to implement everything at once – just try one strategy this week.
Share in the comments: What’s your go-to way to relieve stress that actually helps and doesn’t make you feel worse later?
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