Ep 125. ADHD & Thought Distortions: How to Stop Overthinking

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Do unhelpful thoughts constantly get in your way? In this ADHD-friendly coaching episode, I break down practical strategies to identify, challenge, and reframe cognitive distortions.

We’ll cover:

-What thought distortions are and how they shape your reality
-How to label, examine, and reframe automatic thoughts
-Practical examples of mind reading, black-and-white thinking, and catastrophizing
-Why affirmations often fail and what actually works
-How to strengthen your mental “muscles” for flexibility

Timestamps:
 00:00 – This One Thinking Pattern Is Wrecking Your Mental Health
00:45 – The Hidden Thought Filter Running Your Life
01:30 – The “Mind Reading” Mistake We Make in Social Situations
02:15 – How Thought Distortions Create Anxiety, Shame & Isolation
02:50 – You Can’t Stop Thoughts (But You Can Stop Believing Them)
03:30 – Intrusive Thoughts: Why Your Brain Lies to You Sometimes
04:15 – ADHD, Rejection Sensitivity & Constant Self-Monitoring
04:55 – Step 1: Catch the Thought Before It Takes Over
05:30 – Step 2: Put Your Thought on Trial (Scientist Mindset)
06:30 – Step 3: Reframing Without Toxic Positivity
07:30 – The To-Do List Spiral That Destroys Motivation
08:25 – Why Affirmations Usually Backfire
09:00 – The Driving Example That Exposes Your Mental Filters
10:30 – Same Situation, Completely Different Reality
11:05 – How to Train Your Brain to Do This Automatically
11:30 – Get Support Practicing This Skill (Group Coaching)

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