Episode notes
Ever gone from “I’m fine” to “I need to disappear into the woods and never speak to another human again” in under ten seconds?
In this episode of Overstimulated and Over It, Blair Pfeiffer breaks down three practical DBT skills that can help when big emotions take over and your nervous system is running the show.
If you live with ADHD, are navigating perimenopause, or both, you know how quickly emotions can escalate. One text message, one change of plans, one comment in the wrong tone, and suddenly you’re drafting a novel-length response, spiraling into worst-case scenarios, or fighting the urge to shut down completely.
Blair walks you through three powerful emotional regulation tools she uses personally and teaches to clients every day:
• STOP: Create space between the trigger and your reaction • Check the Facts: Separate what you know from the story your brain is telling you • Opposite Action: Respond in a way that supports your long-term well-being instead of following the emotional urge of the moment
You’ll learn why these skills are especially helpful for women in perimenopause with ADHD, how to use them in real-life situations, and why emotional regulation isn’t about becoming calm all the time. It’s about making choices that don’t make things worse.
Whether you’re dealing with rejection sensitivity, anxiety, rage, shame spirals, overwhelm, or emotional exhaustion, this episode will give you practical tools you can use immediately.
Resources & Links:
For more information about working with Blair: www.blairpfeiffercoaching.com
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