Have you ever known exactly what you wanted (or needed) to do, but still couldn’t seem to get started?

ADHD coach and EFT tapping practitioner Barb Hubbard explains why getting started isn’t always as simple as making a list, managing our time better, or trying harder.

We talk about the overlap between ADHD symptoms, chronic stress, sleep deprivation, and perimenopause... And why so many capable women find themselves feeling overwhelmed, distracted, or frozen.

Barb also introduces us to EFT tapping, a simple practice that may help calm the nervous system, bring the thinking brain back online, and create enough clarity to take the next step. She even walks us through a gentle tapping exercise during the conversation.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why motivation and executive function can make getting started difficult
• How ADHD and perimenopause can sometimes look surprisingly similar
• Why procrastination is often an emotional issue rather than a time issue
• How fight-or-flight affects focus, prioritization, and problem-solving
• Using EFT tapping to calm the body and mind
• A simple tapping practice you can try for yourself
• Why consistency matters less than knowing how to restart
• Creating a list of tools to use when overwhelm takes over
• Moving through fear, visibility, and imposter syndrome
• The importance of intentionally making time for our girlfriends

Links & Mentions from This Episode

Barb Hubbard Coaching: https://barbhubbardcoaching.com

Connect with Barb on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbhubbard/

Sometimes the next step isn’t to push harder. Sometimes it is to pause, calm the noise, and give ourselves enough space to hear what comes next.

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