Feb 15
In Episode 76 of ADHD for Smart Ass Women, Tracy introduces It’s a 6-step system that she created for her ADHD brain, to help her make better decisions around her career, relationships and interests. She shares: Why it’s so important for those of us with ADHD to pursue the right interests How to stop getting sidetracked by the newest bright, shiny thing Why we need a process, structure and system to tidy our brains The 25/75% What Do I Do With My Life formula Why it’s so important for those of us with ADHD to be clear on what we really value How getting clear on your values helps you make better decisions The importance of choosing a theme for your life How knowing your character strengths helps you begin to live values that you’re not currently living Why we feel disconnected when who we are is not in alignment with what we do.
The importance of knowing what you’re passionate about How to choose which of your many passions to pursue by discovering your purpose Her purpose formula Why purposes that give meaning to your past are often the best purposes to choose The importance of identifying the overlap or the sweet spot where your interests, natural abilities, positive emotion, and motivation converge. How to never forget what’s important to you again If you’re interested in learning more about Your ADHD Brain is A-OK, you can find it.
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"You don't search for your purpose, you step into your purpose, because your purpose has always been there."
- Tracy Otsuka
"For those of us with ADHD environment is truly everything, when we're in the right intimate relationships in the right career in the right majors, and the right friendships are wildly successful."
- Tracy Otsuka
"We need to pay attention to how we feel. Pay attention to when you're not in your lane, when your momentum is waning, when you're second guessing yourself, when the bright and shiny are distracting you yet again."
- Tracy Otsuka
- Tracy shares her personal journey of self-discovery and creating a system to organize her ADHD brain, realizing she's not alone in her struggles.
- Tracy emphasizes the importance of identifying one's values and strengths to build a solid foundation for life.
- Tracy highlights the AOK system as a step-by-step program to help ADHD brains discover their passions and purpose, and then test and refine their 25% Foundation before shifting to the 75% of life exploration.
[07:16 - 11:55] Values, strengths, passions, and their impact on happiness and motivation
- Tracy emphasizes the importance of identifying and living in alignment with one's personal values, rather than adopting values from others.
- Tracy suggests choosing a theme for one's life, such as challenging the status quo, to help make decisions that align with one's values and provide positive outcomes.
- Tracy emphasizes the importance of identifying and leveraging one's signature strengths to live a happier, more motivated life.
[11:55 - 16:56] Finding Purpose and Aligning Actions with Values
- Tracy emphasizes the importance of purpose in giving life meaning and direction, and encourages listeners to step into their purpose rather than searching for it.
- Tracy suggests consulting a personal "intelligence report" to help make decisions and stay true to oneself, especially when faced with difficult choices or distractions.
- Tracy encourages listeners to prioritize trauma healing before working with her on ADHD coaching.
