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by Sarah Lovell - Executive Function & ADHD Coach

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095: Decision Fatigue and Analysis Paralysis: 5 Strategies for Getting Unstuck

October 21, 2026 · 23 min

Decision fatigue is real and it requires a ton of executive functioning strategies to navigate the analysis paralysis that comes with it. I’m sharing the warning signs decision fatigue is keeping you stuck and 5 strategies you can start…
094: A Pep Talk for When You're Overwhelmed & Your Brain Won't Slow Down

October 7, 2026 · 20 min

If you're overwhelmed, stuck in your head, or feeling like you're always playing catch-up, this episode is for you. I'm sharing the 3 permission slips I give my executive function coaching clients (and myself) when the "shoulds" start…
093: 6 Simple ADHD-Friendly Strategies to Break the Catch-Up Cycle

September 30, 2026 · 20 min

Does it feel like it's impossible to do anything “extra” because your day is so jam packed? In this episode, we’re talking about how tiny, intentional choices can create more ease in your daily life. From quick mindset shifts to simple…
092: Is perfectionism, executive dysfunction, or ADHD analysis paralysis keeping you stuck?

September 23, 2026 · 18 min

Have you ever spent hours researching the perfect planner, rewriting an email 10 times before hitting send, or waiting for the right time to start a project? You might think it’s perfectionism, but what if it’s actually executive…
091: How to Stop Doomscrolling with ADHD: A Simple 3-Step Formula to Have a Healthier Relationship with your Phone

September 16, 2026 · 32 min

If you’ve ever found yourself saying, “I should be able to stop scrolling,” while still somehow glued to your phone… this episode is for you. I’m going to walk you through a simple 3-step formula to have a healthier relationship with your…

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090: Why It's So Hard To Stop Doomscrolling & The First Step To Have A Healthier Relationship With Your Phone

September 9, 2026 · 29 min

If you’ve ever picked up your phone to respond to a text or Google something quick, but accidentally found yourself down an unintentional doomscroll rabbit hole… or found yourself paralyzed, mindlessly scrolling while simultaneously…
089: 5 Mindset Shifts for Back-to-School Transitions for College Students with ADHD & Parents

September 2, 2026 · 19 min

Fall is here, and with it comes a whole new set of schedules, routines, and things to keep track of. In this episode, I'm talking about why transitions can be so hard, especially if you have ADHD. I'm sharing 5 mindset shifts I've been…
088: 5 Simple Systems I use When I'm Overwhelmed (and how you can create your own simple systems)

August 26, 2026 · 23 min

Feeling overwhelmed by a schedule change, a routine that's fallen apart, or just... life? Same. In this episode, I'm sharing 5 simple systems I lean on I’m overwhelmed. What you'll learn in this episode: Why giving yourself permission to…
087: 5 Systems Every College Student with ADHD Needs to Succeed

August 12, 2026 · 24 min

Last episode I talked about why smart, capable college students get stuck. Today I'm sharing the good news: there are five concrete systems I build with students that help them navigate college with more confidence, ease, and…
086: Why Bright College Students with ADHD Struggle (and How Executive Function Coaching can Support them)

August 5, 2026 · 18 min

If your bright, capable college student is procrastinating, missing deadlines, or avoiding their inbox altogether, I want you to know something first: it's not laziness. In this episode, I'm breaking down why the strategies that worked in…
085: What Is Executive Function Coaching (And How to Find the Right Executive Function Coach for You)

July 29, 2026 · 27 min

If you've ever wondered what actually happens in an executive function coaching session — or whether it's even the right fit for you — this episode is for you. I'm answering the questions I get asked most on discovery calls, from what…
084: 9 Mindset Shifts an Executive Function Coach Can Help You Make

July 22, 2026 · 25 min

Want to Explore if Executive Function Coaching is Right for you? Apply for 1:1 Coaching: Learn more & let's schedule a free 45-minute discovery call If you've ever wondered whether other people struggle with the same things you do…

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About the show

Welcome to From Stuck to Started, the podcast for ambitious ADHDers, perfectionists, and over-thinkers who are ready to achieve their goals without burning out. Join your host, Sarah Lovell, an executive function and ADHD coach, as she shares strategies to help you understand your brain, break down big tasks, and build systems that work for you. Each episode is packed with actionable tips and real-life inspiration to help you tackle hard things and make progress that feels good.