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ADHD Isn't What You Think: How to Regulate Your Nervous System & Stop Feeling Overwhelmed Janet Goodwin | Amb. Elisha
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Summary
What if ADHD isn't an attention deficit—but an attention hypersensitivity? In this powerful episode of The Elisha Show, Amb. Elisha sits down with ADHD and nervous system regulation coach Janet Goodwin to explore what it really means to live with ADHD, navigate motherhood, and regulate your nervous system without shame. After receiving her ADHD diagnosis following years of masking and postpartum struggles, Janet discovered practical ways to work with her neurodivergent brain instead of fighting against it. In this conversation, she shares simple, science-informed strategies that help overwhelmed moms and neurodivergent adults feel calmer, safer, and more present. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why ADHD is more than an attention deficit • What nervous system regulation really feels like • Practical 5-minute regulation tools for busy moms • How to reduce overwhelm and emotional reactivity • Why ADHD brains experience the world differently • How to identify personal triggers and build a regulation toolkit • The connection between emotional regulation and parenting • How healing begins with self-compassion and understanding your brain • Why working with your brain—not against it—changes everything Whether you're living with ADHD, parenting a neurodivergent child, supporting someone with ADHD, or simply looking for healthier ways to manage stress and emotional overwhelm, this episode offers practical encouragement and actionable insights. Reach Janet: https://stan.store/goodlunahealing Be my guest via #PodMatch here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/Theelishashow 📩 Join The Elisha Show community for exclusive insights, new episodes, and special updates : https://theelishashow.com/join 🌐 Website : https://theelishashow.com © 2026 The Elisha Show. All rights reserved. Hosted…