013 You finally did the thing that was supposed to help. The new schedule, routine, or plan. And yet you still feel stressed. So now what?

In this episode of The Busy Brain Do Over, Candace explores the quiet discouragement that shows up when something supportive does not feel better right away. Through a real life reset, she explains why clarity and structure do not always bring instant calm, especially for busy or ADHD brains.

You will learn why your nervous system lags behind your thinking brain, how evaluating change too early fuels self doubt, and how to practice The Don’t Evaluate Too Early Do Over.

If you have ever thought, “I did everything right, so why does this not feel better yet?” this episode is for you.

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012 Ever make an evening routine that should work — and then watch it fall apart anyway?

In this episode, Candace shares a very honest (and slightly hilarious) story about why her well-intentioned nighttime routines never stuck — from late-night runs to doom scrolling in the bathroom — and why that doesn’t mean you’re lazy or inconsistent.

You’ll learn:

• Why most evening routines fail busy brains
• How timing and sequencing matter more than discipline
• Why journaling, meditation, or exercise can backfire at night
• What to ask yourself when a routine doesn’t work
• How to stop quitting on yourself and start building routines that actually fit

Plus, Candace introduces The Order Matters Do-Over — a simple mindset shift that helps you understand what your brain needs before it can shut down.

If evenings are where everything unravels, this episode is for you.

Learn more about the live workshop, How to Build an Evening Routine That Actually Lets Your Brain Shut Off, at
mybusybrain.com/routines

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011 Ever crawl into bed completely exhausted, only to realize your brain is wide awake?

In this episode of The Busy Brain Do-Over, Candace walks you through what’s really happening when your body is tired but your mind refuses to stand down. You’ll learn why this isn’t a sleep failure or a discipline problem, and how to support your brain instead of fighting it.

This week’s Do-Over is a gentle reset for wired, frustrating nights, especially if your brain loves to replay, scan, and plan the moment your head hits the pillow.

You’ll learn:
• Why busy brains struggle to shut down at night
• How to name what your brain is still holding onto
• A simple way to close the loop without problem-solving
• How releasing pressure actually makes rest easier

You’re not bad at sleeping. Your brain just needs help transitioning out of the day.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to provide mental health treatment, therapy, or professional advice. Listening to this podcast does not establish a therapeutic relationship. If you are in need of mental health support, please reach out to a qualified professional in your area or contact your local crisis line.