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I'm Busy Being Awesome

Paula Engebretsonimbusybeingawesome.com
How do I increase my productivity and decrease distractions? Is it possible to reclaim my time? How can I get more organized? And can I do it all with ADHD? Welcome to the I’m Busy Being Awesome Podcast, where we dive into each of these questions and so much more. Every week, life coach and ADHDer Paula Engebretson brings you her best strategies to boost your productivity, manage your time, get organized, and follow through on your goals. Whether you're a fellow ADHDer, you identify with ADHD tendencies, or you simply want to take your productivity to the next level, this podcast is for you. Are you busy being awesome?
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Episodes

Episode 41: How to Overcome Distraction and Get Focused on Your Work

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… How to recognize when you’re feeling restless and distracted What you can do to shift distraction into focus How you can use this strategy to start taking action and getting things done LINKS FROM THE PODCAST Sign up for your free strategy session with me here! Learn how to process your emotions in episode 35 here! Grab your free 30 Day Goal Challenge workbook here! SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW Do you want to be the first to know when a new episode drops? You got it! ...

May 04, 202021 minEp. 41

Episode 40: How to Overcome Negative Thinking and Start Feeling Better

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The most common negative thoughts we think How these thoughts hold us back Strategies to identify your own negative thoughts and beliefs How to shift your thinking to more positive thoughts that serve you LINKS FROM THE PODCAST Sign up for your free strategy session with me here! SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW Do you want to be the first to know when a new episode drops? You got it! Click over to iTunes, select “Listen on Apple Podcasts” and then click the “subscribe” b...

Apr 27, 202027 minEp. 40

Episode 39: When People Are Wrong

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… Why thinking “they’re doing it wrong” is holding you back What you might think instead My 3 favorite strategies to expand your perspective, gain clarity, and find solutions to the problem LINKS FROM THE PODCAST Sign up for a free 1:1 coaching session with me here! Check out Episode 28: Love is a Choice here! SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW Do you want to be the first to know when a new episode drops? You got it! Click over to iTunes, select “Listen on Apple Podcasts” and...

Apr 20, 202032 minEp. 39

Episode 38: How To Avoid Decision Fatigue With This Simple Strategy

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… What decision fatigue is and where it impacts your life The power of constraint How to eliminate decision fatigue and keep moving forward on your goals LINKS FROM THE PODCAST Sign up for a free 1:1 coaching session with me here! Check out Episode 14: How to Eliminate Overwhelm here! SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW Do you want to be the first to know when a new episode drops? You got it! Click over to iTunes, select “Listen on Apple Podcasts” and then click the “subscribe...

Apr 13, 202025 minEp. 38

Episode 37: How to Make Order in the Chaos with this Simple Routine

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The value of maintaining a routine in unpredictable situations One powerful question that provides you with both clarity and direction for your goals How to implement this strategy daily to start moving forward today LINKS FROM THE PODCAST Sign up for a free 1:1 coaching session with me here! Grab your free order in the chaos workbook here!...

Apr 06, 202024 minEp. 37

Episode 36: How to Feel Better When You're Down

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… How negative emotion fits in your life My top strategies for processing your emotions How to work through stress, anxiety, anger, fear, sadness, and overwhelm, so you can start feeling better today LINKS FROM THE PODCAST Sign up for a free 1:1 coaching session with me here! Grab your free feelings worksheet here!...

Mar 30, 202042 minEp. 36

Episode 35: Feeling Anxious? Learn How to Process Your Emotions

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The importance of feeling your emotions My top strategy for allowing and processing your emotions How to reduce your anxiety and start feeling better today Grab your free 1:1 coaching session with me here! Grab your free workbook here!

Mar 23, 202026 minEp. 35

Episode 33: How to Increase Clarity With These Thought Provoking Questions

In this episode, you will discover... The power of thought-provoking questions Clarifying questions to help you make a decision Powerful questions to gain compassion and understanding for yourself and others Eye-opening questions to help you stop procrastinating and take action Grab your free workbook here!

Mar 09, 202037 minEp. 33

Episode 32: How to Increase Self-Awareness with This Simple Tool

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… Why many of us live on autopilot How to tune in and discover what you’re really thinking and feeling Strategies to develop a deeper self-awareness How to use this knowledge to start moving forward on your goals

Mar 02, 202027 minEp. 32

Episode 31: One Surprising Thing You Should Know to Reach Your Goals

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… Why reaching the goal is not the most important part of the process How you can enjoy working toward your goals (even when things get hard!) A perspective shift that will help you better understand the value of setting goals in your life

Feb 24, 202020 minEp. 31

Episode 30: How to Make an Inconsistent Work Schedule Work For You

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… How to think differently about your inconsistent schedule The importance of remembering your ability to choose My favorite strategy to plan for an unpredictable schedule so you can stick with your goals no matter what

Feb 17, 202032 minEp. 30

Episode 29: Discover the Best Way to Write a To-Do List Now!

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… How to think differently about your to-do list Why a results-focused to-do list will help you get more done How to implement the results-focused strategy in your life today

Feb 10, 202026 minEp. 29

Episode 28: Thoughts About Love

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… Love’s role as an emotion in our life How we want to think about love How you can intentionally increase the love you feel in your life every day

Feb 03, 202027 minEp. 28

Episode 22: How to Reduce Holiday Stress - 3 Tips You'll Love

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The #1 cause of stress and overwhelm during the holidays My top 3 strategies to reduce stress this season Powerful ways to embrace and celebrate your experiences over the next few weeks. LINKS FROM THE PODCAST Grab your free 1:1 coaching session with me here! Grab your free powerful thoughts PDF here! SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW Do you want to be the first to know when a new episode drops? You got it! Click over to iTunes, select “Listen on Apple Podcasts” and then c...

Dec 23, 201938 minEp. 22

Episode 21: How to Reach Your Goals No Matter What

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… How to plan for your New Year’s resolutions and goals Three leading goal-setting strategies My top method for setting and reaching your New Year’s resolution this year LINKS FROM THE PODCAST Grab your free 1:1 coaching session with me here! Grab your New Year’s resolution workbook here! Sign up for the free goals training here! Check out Gretchen Rubin’s podcast here! Check out Gretchen Rubin’s The Happiness Project here! Check out Charles Duhigg’s Smarter Fas...

Dec 16, 201932 minEp. 21

Episode 20: How To Keep Your New Year's Resolutions

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The power of setting New Year’s resolutions and goals Why we struggle to stick with our New Year’s resolutions Strategies to follow through on our goals and resolutions no matter what LINKS FROM THE PODCAST Grab your free 1:1 coaching session with me here! Sign up for the free goals training here! Check out the funny dog gif here! SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW Do you want to be the first to know when a new episode drops? You got it! Click over to iTunes, select “Listen...

Dec 09, 201944 minEp. 20

Episode 19: How to Make More Time in the Day

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… Why we struggle with both big and small transitions in our lives The role transitions play in your productivity My top three strategies to minimize transitions and find more time in your day

Dec 02, 201934 minEp. 19

Episode 18: How to Handle Difficult People During the Holidays

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The power of looking inward to strengthen relationships. Tools to maneuver difficult conversations. My top strategies to genuinely enjoy any situation, even with "difficult people" around.

Nov 25, 201930 minEp. 18

Episode 17: How to Love Your Job

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The reason why you're unhappy with your job. Ways to think differently about your job. My top four strategies for how to love your job. LINKS FROM THE PODCAST Sign up for a free 1:1 coaching session with me here! Check out Cal Newport's book So Good They Can't Ignore You here! SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW Do you want to be the first to know when a new episode drops? You got it! Click over to iTunes, select “Listen on Apple Podcasts” and then click the “subscribe” butt...

Nov 18, 201930 minEp. 17

Episode 16: Want to Finish Your To-Do List? Then Remember This.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… The important fact that your to-do list is neutral The power of your thoughts when it comes to completing your to-do list My top three strategies to plow through your to-do list and get things done LINKS FROM THE PODCAST Grab your free workbook to plow through procrastination and get things done here! Sign up for a free 1:1 coaching session with me here! Check out Gretchen Rubin’s podcast about the “ta-da” list here! SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW Do you want to be the ...

Nov 11, 201926 minEp. 16

Episode 15: Are these words preventing you from joy in your life?

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… Reasons why you often feel stuck and overwhelmed Three sneaky words that hold you back from finding joy Two powerful questions you can ask yourself any time you’re feeling stuck to help you start moving forward LINKS FROM THE PODCAST Sign up for a free 1:1 coaching session with me here! Check out the work of Byron Katie here! SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW Do you want to be the first to know when a new episode drops? You got it! Click over to iTunes, select “Listen on A...

Nov 04, 201918 minEp. 15

Episode 14: How to Eliminate Overwhelm in Your Life Today

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… What overwhelm is Why we experience overwhelm The top strategies to eliminate overwhelm and start reaching your goals LINKS FROM THE PODCAST Sign up for a free 1:1 coaching session with me here! SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW Do you want to be the first to know when a new episode drops? You got it! Click over to iTunes, select “Listen on Apple Podcasts” and then click the “subscribe” button. Also, if you’re loving the podcast, would you be a rockstar and leave me a revi...

Oct 28, 201925 minEp. 14

Episode 13: How to Increase Self-Confidence Quickly with a Growth Mindset

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… What it means to be self-confident The difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset Strategies you can use to boost your self-confidence LINKS FROM THE PODCAST Sign up for your coaching consultation here! SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW Do you want to be the first to know when a new episode drops? You got it! Click over to iTunes, select “Listen on Apple Podcasts” and then click the “subscribe” button. Also, if you’re loving the podcast, would you be a rocksta...

Oct 21, 201921 minEp. 13

Episode 12: The Secret to Follow Through - There is No Wagon

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER… What’s holding you back when it comes to follow-through Common beliefs that we need to question My top 5 strategies to make follow-through a non-negotiable in your life LINKS FROM THE PODCAST Sign up for your free coaching session here! Join the I’m Busy Being Awesome Facebook group here! SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW Do you want to be the first to know when a new episode drops? You got it! Click over to iTunes, select “Listen on Apple Podcasts” and then click the “sub...

Oct 14, 201927 minEp. 12
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