Best Pleasant Exhaustion Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 342--RIP Joe Vigil, Ruth Chepng'etich, and Hardrock! 56:17

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We are back from summer vacation, and we talked this week about Michelle's trip to volunteer at the Hardrock 100, the recent news that marathon world record holder Ruth Chepng'etich has been provisionally suspended for taking a masking agent, and the passing of a coaching legend, Joe Vigil.By Most Pleasant Exhaustion

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ADHD Burnout - or is it that your DONE People Pleasing? 19:58

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ADHD Burnout - or is it that your DONE People Pleasing? Have you ever wondered if you're really burnt out… or if you’re just done people pleasing? In this episode, I’m sharing something I wish more ADHD women (including me) heard sooner: sometimes we’re not exhausted from doing too much—we’re exhausted from being too much for everyone else. From pe…

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Stop "Controlling" Your Emotions with ADHD: How to ACTUALLY Work with Big Feelings 22:20

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Stop "Controlling" Your Emotions with ADHD: How to ACTUALLY Work with Big Feelings Do you ever feel like your emotions are just too much—or maybe like you’ve suppressed them so long that you barely feel them at all? If you're an ADHD woman who’s been told you’re “too sensitive,” or if you’ve spent years trying to manage or control your emotions so …

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Episode 341--The Peachtree Road Race, Breaking 4, John Kelly, and the Western States Endurance Run! 1:14:01

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This week, we heard about everyone's different experiences at the Peachtree Road Race, then we talked a bit about Faith Kipyegon's recent attempt to break 4:00 in the mile. We discussed John Kelly's unfortunate end to his attempt to reset the Fastest Known Time on the AT, and we finished by talking about how the Western States Endurance Run unfolde…

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ADHD Women: The High Cost of Being a “Pleasant Child” 32:28

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ADHD Women: The High Cost of Being a “Pleasant Child” In this vulnerable episode, I open up about something I’ve only recently started to fully unpack: how my colicky infancy may have been the beginning of my lifelong masking as a woman with ADHD. What happens when the only way we feel loved is by being quiet, easy, and accommodating? We’ll talk ab…

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ADHD Women and Burnout: Why You're Exhausted and How Feminine Energy Can Help with Eleonore de Posson 1:14:26

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Healing ADHD Burnout by Reclaiming Your Feminine Power (with Eleonore de Posson) If you’ve ever found yourself teetering on the edge of burnout—over-functioning, disconnected from your body, and stuck in “fix it” mode—this episode is your permission slip to pause. This week, I’m re-airing one of the most powerful conversations I’ve had on the podca…

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Episode 340--2025 Men's Tour de France Preview with Justin Dugan! 1:35:20

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It's the only men's Tour de France Preview you need! This year, Justin Dugan was back for the sixth year in a row to talk about what we expect to see at the men's Tour de France in 2025! The stages, the contenders, the stories, and of course, the predictions . . . we have it all!By Most Pleasant Exhaustion

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How to Remember to DO the Skill in the Moment When You Need it Most 11:46

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How to Remember to DO the Skill in the Moment When You Need it Most Ever learned a great ADHD strategy… only to completely forget to use it when you actually needed it? You're not alone—and you're definitely not doing it wrong. In this episode of The Self-Loved ADHD Woman Way, Jen Barnes shares two ADHD-friendly approaches to help you actually reme…

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Episode 339--WSER Preview, Predicting Faith Kipyegon's Performance, and Catching Up with John Kelly! 58:09

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We can't seem to get enough of John Kelly's FKT attempt on the Appalachian Trail, and we shared a few final thoughts about it before he finishes in the next couple of weeks. We also discussed Faith Kipyegon's upcoming attempt to break 4:00 for the mile, and we offered our predictions for the Western States Endurance Run this weekend. Of course, wit…

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When ADHD Strategies Fail: The REAL Work You Need Now 23:28

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What do you do when even your best ADHD strategies stop working? In this powerful episode, we explore what’s really going on when the tools, systems, and techniques that once helped you manage your ADHD suddenly fall flat—or never worked in the first place. Spoiler: it's not because you're doing it wrong. You’ll learn: Why ADHD-friendly strategies …

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Episode 338--New BAA Standards, John Kelly Update, Grand Slam, and NCAAs! 1:29:13

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This week, we talked about the new standards released by the Boston Athletic Association that will add time to a runner's BQ if they ran on a downhill course. We also caught up with John Kelly's Appalachian Trail run, the latest from the NCAA Track and Field Championship, and the new of the cancellation of the final Grand Slam Track event of the ye…

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Episode 337--Michelle and Allison Discuss All the Big News! 56:32

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Summer is an exciting time to be a fan of distance running, and there are so many things happening right now! Michelle and Allison got together this week and talked about everything from the Peachtree Road Race Expo to John Kelly's progress on the Appalachian Trail, with a bit of professional track and marathon-ing in between. And Allison shared ne…

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ADHD and Cognitive Distortions 27:50

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🎙 Episode 103: ADHD and Cognitive Distortions – What They Are and What to Do Instead Do you ever spiral over something small—like a dead bug on the floor—and suddenly you’re convinced your whole life is unraveling? That’s not just anxiety. That’s a cognitive distortion—and ADHD brains are especially prone to them. In this episode, Jen Barnes, ADHD …

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ADHD Self-Doubt: How to Stop Chasing External Answers and Do What Works 29:53

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🎧 ADHD Self-Doubt – How to Stop Chasing External Answers and Do What Works If you're an ADHD woman who's ever thought, "Maybe I just need one more course, one more expert, one more answer to finally figure it all out," you're not alone—and this episode is for you. In this raw, eye-opening conversation, Jen shares her personal journey through self-d…

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Episode 336--Hans Troyer, Living His Dream of Being a Pro Athlete 1:03:24

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This week, we were joined by up-and-coming ultrarunner Hans Troyer. Hans recently earned a vaunted Golden Ticket by finishing second at the Canyons 100K, thereby giving him entry into this month's Western States Endurance Run. Hans is a native of Georgia--like us!--and we got to talk to him about the highs and lows that he has experienced in his sh…

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ADHD Foods to AVOID: How to Stop Exacerbating Your ADHD with What You Eat 36:33

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In this episode of the ADHD Success Coach Podcast, Jen breaks down: Why ADHD women are more sensitive to blood sugar crashes and sugar spikes How sugar gives a dopamine hit—but causes a crash that worsens ADHD symptoms What the stress response has to do with your lunch (yep, really!) The impact of perimenopause on ADHD and food sensitivities What k…

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Episode 335--John Kelly Takes on the AT, the Aravaipa Black Canyon Controversy, and the Latest on Grand Slam Track! 55:56

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This week, we spent some time talking about John Kelly, the ultra runner and triathlete who is aiming to take down Tara Dower's new AT record. We also discussed the recent non-DQ of a runner at the Black Canyon 100K--a race that Michelle ran!--and the controversy that has resulted. In between, we discussed the changes to the Grand Slam Track format…

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Episode 334--The Atlanta City Games and More! 50:44

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The Adidas Atlanta City Games is a unique track meet, and Allison got to have a front row seat! This week, she told us all about the performances that stood out to her and the athletes that she got to interview as part of the event. Before that, we got an update on whether there's going to be a 2025 World 50K Championship, and we talked a bit about…

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Hidden Obstacles Making Your ADHD WORSE and How to Erase Them 27:16

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You’ve got the planners, the timers, the dopamine-boosting routines. You’re doing all the things… So why do you still feel stuck? In this special 100th episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the hidden emotional obstacles that quietly sabotage even the smartest, most resourced ADHD women. I’m talking about fear, self-doubt, and insecurity—not the…

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Episode 333--Reflecting on the Week, including St. George, Cocodona, and Michelle's New Bike! 45:15

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This week, we caught up on the latest happenings, both in our lives and in the endurance world! We discussed the last St. George Ironman event, college graduations, Michelle's recent trip to Denver and her new bike, and our experience watching and thoughts on the Cocodona 250.By Most Pleasant Exhaustion

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ADHD at Work, Life, and Love: A Deep Dive with Jesse J. Anderson, Author of 'Extra Focus' 1:02:04

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If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t I just do the things?”—this conversation is for you. In this episode, I’m joined by Jesse J. Anderson—also known as @ADHDJesse—author of the bestselling book Extra Focus: The Quick Start Guide to Adult ADHD. Jesse shares what it was like to be diagnosed in adulthood, how undiagnosed ADHD impacted his career and re…

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Can't Focus On Anything: Reset Your Productive Day with ADHD 24:54

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Ever feel like your brain is both frozen AND scattered at the same time? Like you feel that vibrating, urgency type energy in your body but you just can’t even? This happened to me TODAY - the day I had an entirely different podcast episode I wanted to record. It was like a sign from the universe to share what you can do when this happens. In this …

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Episode 332--Ironman Returns to Kona, Records Set at London, and the Cocodona 250! 1:15:27

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This week, we discussed a wide variety of topics, including George's recent trip to Tahiti, our initial impressions of the Puma Fast-R 3, and a few more words on Faith Kipyegon's attempt to break 4:00 in the mile. We spent most of our time talking about the various records that were set at the London Marathon, this week's Cocodona 250, and the rece…

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Episode 331--Michelle and Allison with all the news! 58:09

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This week, Michelle and Allison caught up on a wide variety of things--everything from Western States qualifying to Faith Kipyegon's upcoming attempt to be the first woman to break four minutes for the mile. They also discussed Michelle's first impressions of the new Puma supershoe and Allison's recent 5K PR!…

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How to Cultivate Lasting Motivation for Your ADHD Journeys 13:28

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If motivation feels like it comes in hot and then vanishes without warning, you’re not broken—and you’re definitely not alone. In this episode, I’m getting real about what it takes to cultivate sustainable motivation when you have ADHD. I’m sharing why the usual advice ("just be more disciplined") doesn’t work for our brains, and what to do instead…

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Rage is Necessary: Why Anger Management Won't Help You Calm Down 29:23

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Do you find yourself feeling guilty or even ashamed of your anger? Or maybe you have people telling you not to get so upset? (Or even a spouse who tells you that you have an “anger problem” when the reality is you are the one carry all of the mental load and most of the physical load of your household?) You are not alone. Unfortunately, this is not…

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Episode 330--The Boston Marathon and the Mad City 50K! 1:09:38

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This week, we discussed two recent races: the Boston Marathon on 4-21-25 and the Mad City 50K on 4-12-25. We started with Boston, offering our thoughts and analysis on a record-breaking day. We then heard from Allison about her stellar performance at the Mad City 50K, where she finished fourth and likely secured her spot on the US World 50K Champio…

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How to Do What You KNOW You Need for Your ADHD 31:51

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Ya know how there are things you could do that you KNOW would help your ADHD, but how you just can’t seem to do them? If this is you, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common things I hear from ADHD women. AND, in our last episode we explored an amazing tool from motivational interviewing to help. BUT what if you tried it and it didn’t work…

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Episode 329--Social Media Use, Pollen, The Anxious Generation, and More! 1:08:19

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This week, we dived back into a few topics that inspired our listeners to send comments in the last few weeks. Why is there so much pollen?" we recently asked. We now have the answer. "How much should we talk about our training at work?" Some folks gave us their takes. We also talked about a few topics--like sodium bicarbonate and ketone supplement…

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How to Get Yourself To Do Your ADHD Care 31:05

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One of the biggest struggles I see in ADHD women is getting themselves to do the things they know would help their ADHD - things I call “ADHD care”. Given the busy-ness most women, especially ADHD women, experience, plus the way our brains are wired, this makes sense. It truly can be hard to get ourselves to do stuff. AND, it’s possible. In this ep…

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Episode 328--April Fools, Track 10Ks, and the Best Week Ever! 54:29

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This week, we spent a lot of time discussing the 10,000 meters--whether it was The Ten from last weekend or the upcoming Save the 10,000 effort from Kara and Des--but we also found time to discuss our favorite April Fools jokes and our picks for the Final Four.By Most Pleasant Exhaustion

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Two CRUCIAL Practices to Stop an RSD Spiral with ADHD 17:59

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Today, we're diving into one of the most intense emotional struggles for ADHDers: Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria, or RSD. If you've ever felt like a single comment or perceived criticism sent you into a tailspin—overthinking, self-blame, that heavy emotional crash—you are so not alone. I've been there. Recently. But here's the good news: there's a…

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Episode 327--Going Caffeine-Free! 56:03

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This week, Allison, George, and Michelle discussed George's resolution to go without caffeine. Have there been side effects or withdrawals? Is it a net benefit to his life and his training? We discussed all of those things. Of course, we began by catching up with one another, especially since Allison is in here peak week and we're moving into outdo…

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How to Overcome ADHD Task Paralysis: Two Shifts No One is Talking About 22:04

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How to Overcome ADHD Task Paralysis: Two Shifts No One is Talking About You know that moment when you need to start something—maybe it’s an email, a project, or just loading the dishwasher—but instead, you’re frozen? Like your brain is spinning in circles, screaming just do it, while your body refuses to cooperate? That’s ADHD task paralysis, and i…

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Episode 326--Matthew Richtman and the Barkley Marathon! 57:38

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This week, Allison, Michelle, and George discussed the brilliant performance of Matthew Richtman and this year's Los Angeles Marathon, where he ran the seventh-fastest time that any American man has ever run in the marathon. After that, we discussed the most recent edition of Barkley Marathon, including how the race unfolded and why George is not a…

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ADHD and Justice Sensitivity: How to Cope with Trump 2.0 35:03

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Podcast Introduction: "ADHD and Justice Sensitivity: How to Cope with Trump 2.0" Do you ever feel like your sense of justice is cranked up to full volume—so loud it’s impossible to ignore? Like you’re walking around with an internal siren that blares at every unfairness, every hypocrisy, every outright attack on basic human rights? If you’re an ADH…

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Episode 325--Marin Ultra Challenge 50-Miler Race Report (and a Bit About FKTs!) 1:28:26

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This week, we talked about George's race at the Marin Ultra Challenge 50-Miler. The conversation was split into two pieces: one before the race and one after the race. In the first part, we discussed his training and his mindset going into the race, and in the second part, we got all the details on how it actually went. At the end of the podcast, A…

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Procrastination or Perfectionism? The Hidden Struggle No One Talks About 25:49

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Procrastination or Perfectionism? The Hidden Struggle No One Talks About Have you ever stared at your to-do list, knowing exactly what you need to do—but somehow, you just can’t start? Or maybe you start, but then obsess over every little detail until you feel completely stuck? What if I told you that procrastination and perfectionism aren’t opposi…

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How Traditional Therapy Harms ADHDers and What to Do Instead 21:01

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Traditional therapy can be super harmful to ADHDers (even with well-meaning therapists). In this episode, we’ll unpack how that happens and what to do instead. You’ll walk away with clarity around what you truly need to navigate this neurotypical world effectively with your ADHD brain, without losing yourself in the process. Be sure to listen! Conn…

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Episode 324--Reviewing the 2025 USATF Half-Marathon Championship in Atlanta! 48:57

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This year, the USATF Half-Marathon Championship took place as part of the Atlanta Marathon and Half-Marathon. Allison, George, and Michelle all took part in varying capacities, and they got together after the weekend to talk about the pro races, the conditions, the course, and the event as a whole.By Most Pleasant Exhaustion

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When Tasks Feel PAINFUL with ADHD and How to Get Yourself to Do It Anyway 25:08

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Ever notice how it feels almost painful to get yourself to do certain tasks? Or loke there is a complete block to even starting even when you want to? This is super common with ADHD and is what we will explore together in this episode. When we feel blocked around a task and don’t find a way to do it, we often end up with unfavorable consequences li…

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Episode 323--The 2025 US Half-Marathon Champs Are in Atlanta! 45:17

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This week, Michelle and Allison got together to discuss a variety of recent news inside the world of track and field, including the recent disqualification of Raj Pannu for wearing illegal shoes at the US 100-Mile Championship, the US Indoor Track and Field Championship, and the inaugural season of Grand Slam Track. More than anything, though, they…

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How to Communicate Authentically with ADHD and Avoid Trouble 30:08

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To mask or unmask? This is often a serious question that many ADHD Women face - even if only subconsciously. It’s tricky because when we mask and communicate in neurotypical ways, we more easily avoid getting into “trouble” or rejected with a massive RSD hangover. But then, we may come across as inauthentic and feel like no one gets us, making us f…

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Episode 322--Michelle Runs the Black Canyon 100K, Part Two! 1:03:51

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Last week, we heard about the last few few things Michelle had to do to get ready for the Black Canyon 100K. This week, we heard all about the race! And to help tell the story of Michelle's accomplishment, she brought along her sole crew member, Eric, and the pacer that they gained in the hotel lobby, Hilary! It took a boatload of determination to …

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3 Essential Practices to Stop Scary Times from Exacerbating Your ADHD 48:42

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In work, I have been noticing a lot of people struggling with the major changes going on in our country and challenges in the world. In this episode, we will acknowledge, validate, and work to understand how this is particularly hard for we ADHD women given our tendency to be highly sensitive, more easily overwhelmed by our emotions and external ex…

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Episode 321--Michelle Runs the Black Canyon 100K, Part One! 51:14

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This week, we got to hear about Michelle's final preparations before she ran the Black Canyon 100K in Arizona on February 8. We'll hear about what she has packed, how she plans to pace herself, the shoes she's going to wear, and what her mindset is heading into the race. Tune in for Part Two next week!…

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How to Find Clarity and Rewire Your Subconscious to Manifest Your Dreams 39:43

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In this episode we have another special guest - Oneisha Lee, a manifestation and spirituality coach who helps people rewire their subconscious mind for success. Together we dig into finding clarity, how to rewire your subconscious mind, and manifestation, all in service of creating the life of your dreams. She shares two secret tricks for aligning …

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Episode 320--Interview with AT Record Holder Tara Dower! 44:39

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When Tara Dower last joined us on the Most Pleasant Exhaustion Podcast (Episode 293), she was on her way to scout some parts of the Appalachian Trail in Maine. Since then, she set the record for the fastest known time on the Trail, she became a professional runner, and she moved to Colorado. This week, we got to talk to her about her whirlwind last…

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How to Access Your Intuition to take Aligned Action in Business and in Life 52:11

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In this episode we have another special guest - Kara Bunde-Dunn. Kara is a spiritual medium who breaks down connecting with intuition in a way that’s easy to both understand and apply to your business and your life. Together we explore the benefits of connecting with your intuition, how to determine the difference between the voices of fear and you…

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Episode 319--Heart Rate Variability 59:31

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Have you heard of Heart Rate Variability, or HRV, and wondered what it is? Have you seen it on your watch or in your training log and not known what it means or how it can be used? We have the podcast for you! This week, we discussed what it is, how to interpret it, and how to use it, and what to do if you want it to change.…