243: Working WITH hyperfocus: adhd transitions without willpower (burnout & your nervous system)

243: Working WITH hyperfocus: adhd transitions without willpower (burnout & your nervous system)

24:46 Jan 7, 2026
About this episode
This is for people who:can focus deeply… sometimes too deeplystruggle to stop once they’re “in it”feel physical resistance or distress when switching taskssuspect adhd, autism, or nervous system sensitivityare tired of productivity advice that ignores physiologyThis episode is an excerpt from a recent teaching session many of my clients receive. If you're also like to receive in depth support that covers the topics of work, money, the nervous system and how to live in this crazy world as a sensitive human without burnout, you can click here to book a consultation call and learn about support. I'll also have a new course "Work Doesn't Have To Cost All Your Energy" out soon for those of you who prefer structure and self-pacing. Stay turned. In this episodeWhy your brain is never “off”: the default mode network (dmn) and task-focus network (they’re anti-correlated, so switching is real work for your system)The salience network as your internal switchboard: how stress load and sensory/emotional input make transitions feel abrupt or even threateningUsing interoception as a bridge: noticing heart rate, breath, hunger, sensation to calm the switch instead of muscling through it4 somatic practices to exit hyperfocus without fighting yourself or your loved ones :) What if you're not the problem? Full report. Access the full report here: https://sheridanruth.com/what-if-youre-not-the-problem/ Your Next Step“I’m ready for something else... but I don’t know what that is.”If that’s you — start with a 90-minute Somatic Clarity Intensive. We’ll find your next step, the one your body can actually follow through on.Or if you’re tired of circling between “almost-ready” and “total doubt,” the 6-month journey helps you rebuild energy, boundaries, and clarity — so you stop second-guessing and start leading from your center.? Explore coaching hereBurnout Is Weird PDF: 7 real stories of people who stopped trying to “fix themselves” and found steadiness in unexpected ways. click here Let Me Know You're Listening Connection is my love language! Let me know you exist and are listening along by sending me a ? on Instagram @_sheridanruth_ or LinkedIn Read Somatic Intelligence for Success Nervous system alignment to pr
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