The Distracted Dreamer
Get ready to confidently and unapologetically go after dreams! Welcome to The Distracted Dreamer Podcast.
Today is the day you’re going to pull your dreams off the shelf and bring them to the forefront of your life. You are never too tired, too busy, too old, too young, too anything to pursue your dreams.
Imagine… the joy and excitement of doing what lights you up. Your dreams are yours. No one gets to take them from you and no one gets to chase them - except you. Your dreams are there to guide you, to inspire you and to show you that yes, there is something more in store for you.
You see, the size of your dreams don’t matter - it could be running a marathon, reading a book series, perfecting that family recipe, traveling the world, or learning to dance.
I’m Carlene Bauwens, entrepreneur, Life Coach and now host of The Distracted Dreamer podcast. I’m here to show you how to kick distraction to the curb and grab hold of your dreams. Your happiness matters. You have a big, beautiful, amazing life to live. And you've only got one of them. Welcome to the Distracted Dreamer Podcast.
The Distracted Dreamer
#49: Is It ADHD… or Menopause? (And What It Means for Breast Cancer Survivors)
Brain fog? No motivation? Can’t remember anything? You might be wondering — is it ADHD… or menopause? And what does either one have to do with chasing a dream?
In today’s solo episode, I’m unpacking what happens when estrogen drops, dopamine crashes, and your once-focused brain suddenly can’t finish a sentence — much less a creative project. I’ll also share my own experience with breast cancer and what it means to rebuild your rhythm when hormones aren’t an option.
If you’re stuck in the loop of starting, stopping, and self-sabotaging, this is your reminder: there’s nothing wrong with you. Your brain is asking for a new kind of support — and there are steps you can take.
KEY TAKE AWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE
1️⃣ You’re not broken — you’re navigating a real cognitive shift
2️⃣ Your old tools may not work anymore — and that doesn’t mean you’ve failed
3️⃣ Even without hormones or meds, you can still find your flow
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
The New Menopause by Dr. Mary Claire Haver
The Pause Life - Dr Mary Claire Haver website with more menopause resources
CHADD - ADHD Resources
Distracted Dreamer Episode 48: The Science of Recovery: How Your Nervous System Fuels Your Dreams
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