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Episode Synopsis
Mindfulness sounds peaceful in theory. Quiet rooms. Slow breathing. A still mind. But for an ADHD brain that runs on rapid fire, the traditional version feels unrealistic. In this The Mindful Living episode, host Sana cuts through the noise with ADHD educator and dopamine strategist Jorie Houlihan, who brings a ground level understanding of what presence looks like when distraction is the default.
This episode reframes mindfulness for neurodivergent people with evidence backed insights, real world examples, and practical frameworks that actually work. No spiritual gatekeeping. No one size fits all solutions. Just a candid conversation about emotional regulation, sensory grounding, dopamine driven habits, time blindness, and how the ADHD brain filters the world.
If you have ever felt like mindfulness culture was built for everybody except you, this conversation gives you tools that are built for your actual operating system.
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Jorie Houlihan is a coach, speaker, podcast host, and advocate for ADHD awareness. Diagnosed at 49 after decades of internal chaos, she now teaches dopamine informed systems, sensory based mindfulness, emotional regulation strategies, and ADHD friendly executive functioning tools. She is the host of ADHD and? with Jorie Houlihan.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
Mindfulness for ADHD is not about shutting the brain down. The mind is wired to think, and wandering thoughts are not failure.
Sensory grounding techniques like listening to birds, feeling textures, smelling coffee, or walking meditation help the ADHD brain stay present without forcing stillness.
ADHD challenges such as time blindness, emotional reactivity, and overstimulation make traditional meditation practices feel inaccessible, so practices must be redesigned for neurodivergent wiring.
Oversimplifying steps is not condescending for ADHD. It reduces overwhelm and builds consistent follow through by breaking tasks into micro-actions.
Habit stacking, such as pairing deep breathing with a morning coffee routine, increases success because it attaches mindfulness to something the brain already expects.
Flexibility matters more than rigid consistency. Missing a day is not failure. The ADHD brain responds better to adaptive integration than strict discipline.
Music can act as a mindfulness tool because dopamine rich songs anchor attention and regulate mood.
Picking one mindfulness strategy at a time prevents burnout. ADHD brains tend to overdo everything at once, which leads to abandoning practices entirely.
Curiosity, not judgment, is the most effective emotional lens for managing irritability, overstimulation, or internal chaos.
Mindfulness becomes effective when it supports joy, not when it mimics a neurotypical model.
HOW TO CONNECT WITH THE GUEST
Website: https://joriehoulihan.com/
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Podcast: ADHD and. with Jorie Houlihan (available on all major podcast platforms)
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DISCLAIMER:
This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.
ABOUT HEALTHY MIND BY AVIK
Healthy Mind By Avik is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it has become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty. storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate. this channel shares powerful podcasts and grounded conversations on
• Mental Health and Emotional Well being
• Mindfulness and Spiritual Growth
• Holistic Healing and Conscious Living
• Trauma Recovery and Self Empowerment
With over 4,400 episodes and 168.4K listeners worldwide, we continue to break stigma and build a culture where every story matters. Subscribe and be part of this movement.
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This episode reframes mindfulness for neurodivergent people with evidence backed insights, real world examples, and practical frameworks that actually work. No spiritual gatekeeping. No one size fits all solutions. Just a candid conversation about emotional regulation, sensory grounding, dopamine driven habits, time blindness, and how the ADHD brain filters the world.
If you have ever felt like mindfulness culture was built for everybody except you, this conversation gives you tools that are built for your actual operating system.
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Jorie Houlihan is a coach, speaker, podcast host, and advocate for ADHD awareness. Diagnosed at 49 after decades of internal chaos, she now teaches dopamine informed systems, sensory based mindfulness, emotional regulation strategies, and ADHD friendly executive functioning tools. She is the host of ADHD and? with Jorie Houlihan.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
Mindfulness for ADHD is not about shutting the brain down. The mind is wired to think, and wandering thoughts are not failure.
Sensory grounding techniques like listening to birds, feeling textures, smelling coffee, or walking meditation help the ADHD brain stay present without forcing stillness.
ADHD challenges such as time blindness, emotional reactivity, and overstimulation make traditional meditation practices feel inaccessible, so practices must be redesigned for neurodivergent wiring.
Oversimplifying steps is not condescending for ADHD. It reduces overwhelm and builds consistent follow through by breaking tasks into micro-actions.
Habit stacking, such as pairing deep breathing with a morning coffee routine, increases success because it attaches mindfulness to something the brain already expects.
Flexibility matters more than rigid consistency. Missing a day is not failure. The ADHD brain responds better to adaptive integration than strict discipline.
Music can act as a mindfulness tool because dopamine rich songs anchor attention and regulate mood.
Picking one mindfulness strategy at a time prevents burnout. ADHD brains tend to overdo everything at once, which leads to abandoning practices entirely.
Curiosity, not judgment, is the most effective emotional lens for managing irritability, overstimulation, or internal chaos.
Mindfulness becomes effective when it supports joy, not when it mimics a neurotypical model.
HOW TO CONNECT WITH THE GUEST
Website: https://joriehoulihan.com/
Podcast: ADHD and. with Jorie Houlihan (available on all major podcast platforms)
WANT TO BE A GUEST ON The Mindful Living?
DM on PM. Send me a message on PodMatch
DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik
DISCLAIMER:
This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.
ABOUT HEALTHY MIND BY AVIK
Healthy Mind By Avik is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it has become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty. storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate. this channel shares powerful podcasts and grounded conversations on
• Mental Health and Emotional Well being
• Mindfulness and Spiritual Growth
• Holistic Healing and Conscious Living
• Trauma Recovery and Self Empowerment
With over 4,400 episodes and 168.4K listeners worldwide, we continue to break stigma and build a culture where every story matters. Subscribe and be part of this movement.
CONTACT
Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik
Email: www.healthymindbyavik.com
Based in: India and USA
Open to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships.
CHECK PODCAST SHOWS AND BE A GUEST
Listen to all 17 podcast shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik
Be a guest: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/beaguest
Video Testimonial: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/testimonials
Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind
Subscribe to Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/
Our Services
Business Podcast Management.
https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/corporatepodcasting/
Individual Podcast Management.
https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/Podcasting/
Share Your Story With World.
https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/shareyourstory
Stay Tuned and Follow Us
Medium. https://medium.com/@contentbyavik
YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/@healthymindbyavik
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