E266: No Perfect Plan: Letting Good Enough Be Good Enough

Motherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHD

But I want to do everything... well.

Ever find yourself trying so hard to get it just right… only to realize that you’re missing the whole point?!? This week, I’m sharing some very real behind-the-scenes of my life right now: juggling the end-of-school chaos, trying to write a book I’ve dreamed about for years, and realizing (once again) that perfectionism is still sneaking into the driver’s seat.

In this vulnerable episode, I unpack the mental load of ADHD motherhood when the “busy” becomes relentless. I talk about asking for help (even when it feels bougie), redefining what “good enough” looks like, and letting go of the fantasy plan I had in my head. You’ll hear about my new sourdough hobby adventures, the emotional labor of summer transitions, and how I’m learning to hold my goals a little more loosely.

Plus, I share what I’m learning from my work with Dr. Sandra Kooij’s team on rewording ADHD diagnostic tools for women to encompass a more realistic and relatable view, plus how that work is shaping the way I understand myself and my capacity.

This isn’t a “wrap it in a bow” kind of episode. It’s messy, real, and honest. If you’ve been quietly wondering, “Why can’t I do it all?”, this episode is your reminder that you were never meant to.

Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-266-no-perfect-plan-letting-good-enough-be-good-enough

Links mentioned in this episode:

Episode 71 referencing Dr. Sandra Kooij's work: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/071-executive-function-adhd-energy-regulation

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