Ep. 56 – Dementors, Glitters, and ADHD: Battling Emotional Hijackers

Ever feel like your brain has been hijacked by an invisible force dragging you into emotional quicksand? In this episode, Michelle and Megan name that force: the Dementors. They share what it’s like to be suddenly pulled under by a wave of overwhelm, especially when burnout and ADHD collide. But this isn’t a doom scroll, because there’s sparkle here too!From glittery sticker caves under desks to the sensory joy of curating a home that feels Pinterest rather than just looking like it. In this episode is all about reclaiming your space, your feelings, and your sparkle. You’ll hear real talk on the weight of masking, the impact of emotional hijacks, and how to hold onto the parts of yourself that light you up.Our favorite line from the episode is: It Doesn't Look Pinterest...It Feels Pinterest00:00 – Naming the 'Dementors': emotional overwhelm with ADHD07:15 – Childhood memories and glitter caves under the desk13:30 – Burnout, masking, and ADHD crash cycles20:50 – The moment that inspired “It doesn’t look Pinterest… it feels Pinterest”28:05 – Building spaces that support your nervous system36:10 – Honoring emotions instead of fixing themIf this episode helped you name your own Dementors, share it with someone else navigating the same chaos—and don’t forget to leave a review!ADHD emotional overwhelm, burnout and masking, ADHD home environment, neurodivergent emotional regulation, sensory-friendly spaces, adult ADHD podcast