Feb 10
In Episode 68 of ADHD for Smart Ass Women, Tracy talks about how to train your ADHD brain to deal with fear. This is an extension of last week’s episode and Tracy’s stab at simplifying concepts so they can be applied today if her listeners are struggling with their emotions. Learn about: Abraham Hicks The first place you should go if you’re feeling fear? How your inner guidance system (your intuition) can help you How fear can act as your rudder and is just information What it means to always reach for a better feeling Why controlling your environment doesn’t make you happier How to use your thoughts to always feel better regardless of the circumstances The importance of the journey The only freedom you will ever experience How to train your brain to always tune into positive emotions.
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"Fear is just information that you're not moving in the right direction."
- Tracy Otsuka
"When you are feeling fear, go to your thoughts. First, there is something out of alignment, it's that simple. You need to change your thoughts, because your thoughts are out of alignment."
- Tracy Otsuka
"It's so narrow, that you're not experiencing any life out of fear of feeling fear, because you've totally walled yourself off from any thoughts or ideas that might make you not feel good."
- Tracy Otsuka
- Tracy explains how her ADHD and OCD impact her decision-making and problem-solving, and how she has finally found understanding and support through therapy.
- Tracy credits Abraham Hicks with changing her brain and helping her manage ADHD.
- Tracy suggests facing fear by recognizing when thoughts are out of alignment and changing them to feel more secure.
[06:09 - 09:01] Managing Emotions
- Fear is information that you're not moving in the right direction, so go in the opposite direction to feel more secure.
- Tracy discusses the dangers of controlling one's environment to the point of avoiding new experiences and feelings.
- Tracy suggests focusing on finding positive emotions in difficult situations, rather than dwelling on problems.
[09:01 - 13:39] ADHD, Mindset, and Positive Emotion
- Tracy emphasized that by practicing this mindset, individuals can train themselves to find good feelings in any circumstance, regardless of external factors.
- Tracy highlights the importance of training the brain to find positives in every situation as a means to escape negative emotion.
- Tracy encourages listeners to leave reviews and engage with her podcast, promoting a supportive community for women with ADHD.
