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Episode Description
“Is your nervous system stuck in overdrive?”
In this episode, Dr. Mariza sits down with Jenna Free, a counselor specializing in ADHD and nervous system regulation, to discuss why so many women in midlife feel overwhelmed, scattered, and exhausted despite their best efforts to stay organized.
Together, they explore how the nervous system gets stuck in a chronic fight-or-flight state, the role of dysregulation in ADHD symptoms, and why traditional productivity hacks simply don’t work when your nervous system is running on empty.
Jenna breaks down her approach to resetting the nervous system and explains how small, consistent changes can lead to massive improvements in mental clarity, energy, and overall well-being.
This conversation offers new insights on how to break free from the cycle of rushing, crashing, and feeling burned out—and provides tangible steps to reclaim control over your brain and nervous system.
JENNA FREE
Jenna Free is a counselor specializing in ADHD, nervous system regulation, and mindfulness practices. She is passionate about helping women overcome the chaos of constant overwhelm and hypervigilance by teaching them how to regulate their nervous systems and achieve sustainable productivity. Jenna is the author of The Simple Guide to ADHD Regulation and offers support to those struggling with ADHD and chronic stress
IN THIS EPISODE
- How a dysregulated nervous system contributes to ADHD-like symptoms in midlife
- The link between survival mode (fight or flight) and chronic overwhelm
- Why traditional productivity hacks fail when your nervous system is stuck
- Practical tips to help interrupt dysregulation and shift into a more balanced state
- The importance of slowing down and creating space for mindful action
- How to reframe beliefs and thoughts to support nervous system regulation
- Why a regulated nervous system leads to more sustainable energy and better overall functioning
QUOTES
“Being in survival mode is a primal mechanism, but it’s not meant to be how we live in 2026.”
“If you believe that being frantic and rushed is the way to be successful, you will never change.”
“Regulation work isn’t about feeling nice—it’s about functioning better.”
RESOURCES MENTIONED
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Order The Simple Guide to ADHD Regulation
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Jenna Free Website
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