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In this deep-dive episode of our executive function series, I share how to develop metacognition—your ability to think about your thinking—and the practical tools that helped me go from feeling mentally dragged around to becoming the conscious director of my own mind.

📌 Key Topics:

• My personal journey from feeling thoughts just "happened to me" to gaining control
• The untrained dog analogy and what it reveals about unmanaged minds
• Why so many ADHDers reach adulthood without realizing they can direct their thoughts
• The connection between metacognition and breaking autopilot patterns
• How awareness creates choice and stops emotional hijacking
• Building the skill that most ADHD books don't teach

🗣️ Featured Quote: "Your thoughts are not facts. They're stories your brain tells you, and it's okay to question them. Metacognition is simply your ability to notice and name what's going on in your brain. That awareness is what gives you choice."

💡 Strategy Breakdown:

• Master the brain dump technique to see what's actually happening in your head
• Use the C-T-F-A-R model to understand how thoughts create your feelings and actions
• Practice self-coaching to make conscious choices instead of reacting automatically
• Learn to get curious about your thoughts without judgment
• Develop emotional vocabulary using tools like the feelings wheel

🎯 Coming Up Next: Join us next week as we continue our executive function series with the final skill in this comprehensive journey.

🔑 Key Takeaway: Metacognition works like training a puppy—with practice and patience, you can teach your mind to work with you instead of against you. The goal isn't to control every thought, but to become aware enough to choose your response.

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In this practical episode, Mande reveals her carefully curated collection of ADHD-friendly gadgets that go far beyond the typical fidget spinners found on Amazon. Discover real tools that address the everyday challenges of adult ADHD and can transform how you manage your symptoms.

📌 What You'll Learn:

• Why typical "ADHD gadgets" miss the mark for adult needs
• 14 practical tools that address time blindness, organization, and focus
• How color-changing smart bulbs can create seamless transitions in your day
• The desk bike solution for hyperactive energy
• Simple laundry hacks that eliminate decision fatigue
• Key organization systems that ensure you'll never lose your keys again

🗣️ Featured Quote: "There's nothing. There is basically fidget spinners, and so I put together this list of items that I actually use that I think would be super helpful for people with ADHD."

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💡 Remember: The right tools can make all the difference in managing ADHD symptoms. These aren't random gadgets—they're carefully selected solutions that address real challenges like time awareness, organization, and focus.

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In this deep-dive episode with digital organization expert Shawn Lemon, we explore how to tame your digital chaos with brain-friendly systems that work especially well for those with ADHD and executive function challenges.

📌 Key Topics:

• Why digital organization is a modern problem requiring new solutions
• The four pillars of digital organization: email, files, passwords, and project management
• How scattered digital storage creates mental overwhelm and inefficiency
• Breaking the "perfect system" trap that leads to burnout
• Implementing the "one thing at a time" approach for digital tasks
• Building trust that important ideas will resurface when needed

🗣️ Featured Quote: "If we were to take your digital workspace and make it a physical space... what would that look like? So often we're using Dropbox, iCloud, Google Drive... we have all these trailers in one park, but there's no path between them."

💡 Strategy Breakdown:

• Create a single digital home for all your files instead of using multiple platforms
• Use the "snooze" feature to manage email without constant monitoring
• Implement a "back burner list" to capture ideas without cluttering your task manager
• Break digital organization projects into manageable chunks to avoid burnout
• Use simple tools like Text Expander to reduce repetitive typing tasks
• Maintain a "deep freeze" archive for old files you're not ready to delete

🎯 Coming Up Next: Join us for an upcoming episode where we'll continue exploring brain-friendly productivity strategies that work with your unique thinking style.

🔑 Key Takeaway: Digital organization isn't about creating the perfect system—it's about simplifying your digital experience so you can find what you need in seconds and focus on what truly matters.

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Learn more about private coaching: https://learntothrivewithadhd.com/services/

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