Do you reach for your phone, a snack, or a drink when you're exhausted and overwhelmed? In this episode of Organizing an ADHD Brain, we explore how to move from cheap dopamine to real joy with ADHD.
We explain why the ADHD brain craves quick dopamine hits when stuck in fight or flight, and Megs shares the small, everyday joys that have helped her practice being present: mini walks, play, family game nights, singing lessons, and more. You'll also learn how micro-practices and a new view of self-care can help you nourish your body and your life without adding another thing to your to-do list.
Mentioned in this episode:
- How joy is a more satisfying alternative to cheap dopamine
- Simple, low-effort ways to add delight to your week
- How self-care can be reframed as "nourishing your body,"
- How micro-practices and play build tiny habits that add up
- Dopamine Menu (Mentioned in the episode): https://www.organizinganadhdbrain.com/dopaminemenu
00:00 Dopamine, Joy, and ADHD
02:31 Play is Better than Candy
07:04 Self Care in a New Light
07:57 How I Have Been Finding Joy ... So Far
10:53 Hiking with a Friend
11:41 Art with the Spouse
12:42 Kids Helping with Dinner
13:24 Fresh Air
14:07 Decorating the Office
14:58 Starting the Fireplace and Family Time
17:45 Singing Lessons
19:57 Final Thoughts and Homework
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