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Do you ever stare at a task for 30 minutes… and still can’t start?

In this ADHD Toolbox episode, I’m walking you through a simple, practical strategy you can use immediately when you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or frozen: The Ladder Method.

If you struggle with ADHD paralysis, procrastination, executive dysfunction, or perfectionism, this tool will help you lower the activation energy required to begin. Because here’s the truth: ADHD is not a motivation problem — it’s a task initiation problem.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why ADHD brains struggle with starting tasks
• What’s actually happening during procrastination
• How to break big goals into tiny, manageable steps
• How to use the 10-minute container to build momentum
• How to quiet the shame spiral that often comes with executive dysfunction

This is not a lecture. It’s a guided intervention. I’ll walk you through the exercise in real time so you can apply it to something you’ve been avoiding today.

Whether you’re a high-achieving professional, an overwhelmed mom, or someone who “knows what to do” but can’t seem to do it — this episode gives you a concrete tool to move forward.

Because you’re not lazy.
Your brain just needs a different entry point.

If you found this helpful, share it with someone who needs an ADHD reset.

This podcast is meant to be a conversation — not a lecture. 🖤

Have thoughts, questions, or a topic you want covered? Or want to share how this episode supported you?

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n this episode, we break down what really works when it comes to ADHD treatment — and why it’s not about fixing your personality or forcing yourself to “try harder.”

You’ll learn:

• The surprising story of how ADHD medication was discovered (it was accidental)
• Why stimulants calm the ADHD brain instead of hyping it up
• The difference between stimulant and non-stimulant medications — and how they work differently in the brain
• Why ADHD medication has one of the strongest research track records in psychiatry
• What medication can help with — and what it absolutely cannot do
• How therapy supports executive functioning, emotional regulation, and shame repair
• Practical executive function tools that actually move the needle

We’ll also talk about why so many high-achieving women were overlooked in childhood — and why understanding your brain can be life-changing.

ADHD treatment isn’t about discipline.
It’s about regulation.

And when regulation improves, everything else gets easier.

If you’ve been wondering what actually works for ADHD — this episode will give you clarity without the hype.

This podcast is meant to be a conversation — not a lecture. 🖤

Have thoughts, questions, or a topic you want covered? Or want to share how this episode supported you?

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Do you have anxiety… or ADHD… or both?

If you’ve ever felt constantly overwhelmed, distracted, restless, or stuck in procrastination — this episode is for you.

ADHD and anxiety can look almost identical from the outside. Trouble focusing. Racing thoughts. Avoidance. Irritability. Sleep issues. Chronic overwhelm.

But the why underneath is very different.

In this episode, we break down:

• Why ADHD and anxiety share so many symptoms
• The key neurological difference between executive dysfunction and threat response
• How avoidance driven by fear is different from avoidance driven by friction
• Why caffeine can calm someone with ADHD but spike someone with anxiety
• How high-achieving women and moms often get misdiagnosed
• What treatment paths look like for each

We’ll also talk about why ADHD and anxiety commonly overlap — and how years of untreated ADHD can actually create anxiety over time.

This is not about self-diagnosing.

It’s about understanding your brain well enough to stop calling yourself lazy, dramatic, or “too much.”

If you’ve been wondering what’s actually running the show in your nervous system, this episode will help you ask better questions.

This podcast is meant to be a conversation — not a lecture. 🖤

Have thoughts, questions, or a topic you want covered? Or want to share how this episode supported you?

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You got the promotion.
You built the business.
You stepped into the new role.
You’re doing well.

So why do you secretly feel like a fraud?

In this episode, we’re unpacking imposter syndrome — why it shows up during success, why it’s so common in your late 20s, 30s, and early 40s, and what’s actually happening in your brain when self-doubt creeps in.

Spoiler: Imposter syndrome isn’t proof you’re unqualified. It’s a nervous system response to growth.

We’ll talk about:

• Why leveling up triggers anxiety
• The link between perfectionism and self-worth
• Why high-functioning adults often struggle with imposter syndrome
• How visibility and responsibility increase self-doubt
• The psychology behind feeling “found out”

If you’ve ever downplayed your accomplishments, overworked to compensate, or waited to be exposed — this episode will make you feel seen.

Because feeling like a fraud doesn’t mean you are one.
It usually means you’re expanding.

Share this with someone who’s secretly doubting themselves while doing incredible things.

This podcast is meant to be a conversation — not a lecture. 🖤

Have thoughts, questions, or a topic you want covered? Or want to share how this episode supported you?

Email me at kayla@evolutionwellnessnc.com
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You got the promotion.
You built the business.
You stepped into the new role.
You’re doing well.

So why do you secretly feel like a fraud?

In this episode, we’re unpacking imposter syndrome — why it shows up during success, why it’s so common in your late 20s, 30s, and early 40s, and what’s actually happening in your brain when self-doubt creeps in.

Spoiler: Imposter syndrome isn’t proof you’re unqualified. It’s a nervous system response to growth.

We’ll talk about:

• Why leveling up triggers anxiety
• The link between perfectionism and self-worth
• Why high-functioning adults often struggle with imposter syndrome
• How visibility and responsibility increase self-doubt
• The psychology behind feeling “found out”

If you’ve ever downplayed your accomplishments, overworked to compensate, or waited to be exposed — this episode will make you feel seen.

Because feeling like a fraud doesn’t mean you are one.
It usually means you’re expanding.

Share this with someone who’s secretly doubting themselves while doing incredible things.

This podcast is meant to be a conversation — not a lecture. 🖤

Have thoughts, questions, or a topic you want covered? Or want to share how this episode supported you?

Email me at kayla@evolutionwellnessnc.com
or find me on social at @itskaylareilly. I genuinely love hearing what you’re navigating. ✨

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Ever wonder why everyday tasks feel exhausting, overwhelming, or harder for you than they seem for everyone else? In this episode, we’re breaking down ADHD in a way that actually makes sense — especially for adults who’ve spent years thinking something was “wrong” with them.

As a therapist, I see so many clients who feel scattered, behind, emotionally reactive, or inconsistent despite trying really hard. In this episode, we talk about what ADHD actually feels like in real life, the brain science behind why motivation and focus can be so unpredictable, and why shame and “just try harder” have never worked.

You’ll learn:

• What ADHD really is (and what it’s not)
• Why ADHD is a regulation-based condition — not a character flaw
• The role dopamine and executive functioning play in motivation and follow-through
• Common adult ADHD symptoms that often go missed, especially in women
• How both brain wiring and environment influence ADHD
• Why life can feel harder even when you’re capable, intelligent, and driven

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, or chronically behind — this episode will help you understand what’s actually happening in your brain and why you’re not broken.

This podcast is meant to be a conversation — not a lecture. 🖤

Have thoughts, questions, or a topic you want covered? Or want to share how this episode supported you?

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When emotions spike, it’s easy to feel flooded, anxious, or unable to focus. This TOOLBOX episode teaches you how to use your container—a simple, EMDR-informed emotional regulation skill—to manage overwhelming thoughts and feelings without suppressing them.

If you’ve already created a container, this episode shows you how to use it in real-life moments: when anxiety rises, intrusive thoughts loop, or emotions feel too big to hold. If you haven’t, you can still follow along and learn how containment works as a nervous-system regulation tool.

In this guided episode, you’ll learn:

• When to use your container for emotional overwhelm
• How to place thoughts, feelings, or memories into the container safely
• Why containment helps calm the nervous system
• How to return to the present without avoidance or shutdown

This episode is especially helpful for people experiencing anxiety, grief, emotional flooding, or difficulty turning their thoughts off. It’s designed to be saved and reused whenever you need support.

This podcast is meant to be a conversation — not a lecture. 🖤

Have thoughts, questions, or a topic you want covered? Or want to share how this episode supported you?

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When emotions feel overwhelming, it can be hard to focus, think clearly, or stay present. This TOOLBOX episode teaches you how to create your container, a simple, EMDR-informed emotional regulation skill designed to help your nervous system feel safer and more organized.

In this guided episode, you’ll be walked through how to create a mental container that can safely hold difficult thoughts, feelings, or memories when they feel too big to manage all at once. This skill is often used in trauma-informed therapy to support emotional regulation without avoidance or suppression.

You’ll learn:

• What a container is and how it helps regulate emotions
• When and why this skill is useful during overwhelm
• How to create a container you can return to anytime
• How containment supports nervous system safety

This episode is ideal for anyone experiencing anxiety, emotional flooding, grief, or difficulty turning their thoughts off. It’s designed to be saved and reused as a grounding resource whenever you need it.

This podcast is meant to be a conversation — not a lecture. 🖤

Have thoughts, questions, or a topic you want covered? Or want to share how this episode supported you?

Email me at kayla@evolutionwellnessnc.com
or find me on social at @itskaylareilly. I genuinely love hearing what you’re navigating. ✨