Episode 3 - The Real Reason Everyday Tasks Overwhelm You (And What to Do About It)

From Stuck to Started: Executive Function & ADHD Coaching to Take Action

Host: Sarah Lovell, Executive Function and ADHD Coach

Episode Description: In today’s episode, I’m diving into why everyday tasks—like responding to texts or emptying the dishwasher—can feel way harder than you think they “should.” (The should is always in quotes!) If you’ve ever looked at your to-do list and felt totally stuck on something simple, you’re not alone. I break down how our brains tend to complicate things and why “simple” doesn’t always mean “easy,” especially when executive functioning is involved.

I also share real-life examples from my clients and community to show how breaking tasks into smaller, manageable steps can make all the difference. Plus, we’ll talk about how your self-talk plays a huge role in getting unstuck and taking action.

Episode Highlights: (time stamps)

• 00:00 Introduction: The Illusion of Simplicity
• 05:20 Simple, But Not Easy: Tasks That Should Be Simple
• 08:40 Tasks Related to Work, School, Hobbies, and Chores
• 11:01 The Impact of Self-Talk on Executive Functioning
• 14:11 Decision-Making and Executive Functioning
• 16:57 Reframing Self-Talk and Creating Personalized Systems
• 17:34 Outro

Resources Mentioned:

• Free training: Creating a Formula to Overcome Procrastination and Get Unstuck
• Coaching Membership: Stuck to Started

Connect with Sarah Lovell:

• Website: Executive Functioning First
• Email: [e-mail]
• Instagram: @executivefunctioningfirst

Music by: AudioCoffee, Inspirational Background

Podcast edit by: Chelsea Koenigsknecht of KC Virtual, Instagram: @KC_Virtual