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Written reflections, show notes, and episode companions for the Mindful Chatting podcast — exploring ADHD, trauma, emotional regulation, and self-understanding.

Kristin Lovato Kristin Lovato

What Sourdough Bread Taught Me About ADHD, Time Blindness & Planning

I share how learning to bake sourdough completely changed the way I think about time blindness, executive functioning, and planning. Instead of trying to organize an entire day, I learned to plan around small pockets of available time—and it transformed how I approach productivity.

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Kristin Lovato Kristin Lovato

The Most Underrated ADHD Tool on Your Phone

I share the simple mindset shift that transformed how I manage everyday life with ADHD. While I use Apple Reminders, the real lesson isn’t about an app—it’s about reducing cognitive load by building an external brain.

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Kristin Lovato Kristin Lovato

Steal My Supervision Documentation System

I walk you through the documentation workflow, templates, and organizational systems I use to save time, improve consistency, and protect both my supervisees and my license.

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Kristin Lovato Kristin Lovato

If You’re So Capable, Why Don’t You Believe It?

Many people assume confidence comes from success.

But capability and confidence don’t always grow together.

In this episode, we explore why competent people often struggle with self-doubt and how self-trust becomes the missing piece.

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Kristin Lovato Kristin Lovato

I Bought Every Planner So You Don’t Have To

If you’ve ever felt like planning works for everyone except you, you’re not alone.

 

Many ADHD women struggle with planning not because they lack discipline, but because planning itself relies heavily on executive functioning.

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Kristin Lovato Kristin Lovato

Why Slowing Down Makes You Anxious

Many people assume rest should feel natural. For some, it doesn’t.

This episode explores the connection between productivity, nervous system conditioning, trauma, and the discomfort that can arise when life slows down.

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