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Wildly DifferentEp 24. How I Used Emotional Resilience to Make One of the Hardest Decisions for My Family.m4aYou’re standing at a fork in the road. Your emotions are loud—guilt, doubt, embarrassment, fear—and you’re faced with a big decision. What do you do?In this raw and deeply personal episode, Ana Urban walks you through one of the hardest choices she's made for her family—and what it really looks like to build emotional resilience in real time. This isn’t about doing it perfectly. It’s about staying present, grounded, and compassionate when everything feels uncertain.If you’ve ever been paralyzed by indecision, d...2025-05-0636 minWildly DifferentEp 23: Why Visualization Works Even When Your Brain Tells You You’re Going to Pee Your PantsEver find yourself spiraling right before a big moment—even if you’ve done all the prep?Same. This week on The Wildly Different Podcast, we’re talking about visualization—but not the fake-it-till-you-make-it kind.I'm sharing the real story behind my first big in-person talk in over a decade—where, 10 minutes before walking on stage, my brain lovingly served up the intrusive thought:“What if you pee your pants in the middle of your speech?”(Yeah. Wild.)In this epis...2025-04-2912 minWildly DifferentEp 22. When Your Business is an “ADHD Pipe Dream”You’ve got a big idea. A new venture. Maybe even a full-on dream. And suddenly your brain is like: “Cool cool cool… but what if this is just another pipe dream?”In this episode, I’m walking you through one of our recent ADHD Untamed coaching calls—where a member’s booming woodworking business sparked a spiral of self-doubt, urgency, and pressure to prove this was finally “the one.”We dive into what happens when your dream feels too big, how ADHD brains are wired for both...2025-04-2223 minWildly DifferentEp 21. How to Actually Remember Important Things with ADHD🧠 How to Actually Remember Things with ADHDWhy do you remember your third-grade crush’s birthday but forget why you walked into a room five seconds ago?Let’s talk ADHD and memory — and why the advice you’ve been given isn’t working because it skips over the one thing that matters most: your relationship to your brain.📥 Grab the free visual download that goes with this episode:This PDF breaks down the Untamed Freedom Formula for ADHD memory — so you can start supporting your brain instead...2025-04-1535 minWildly DifferentEp 20. Real Safety vs. Fake Safety (And Why You Never Feel Calm for Long)What if the real reason you’re spiraling isn’t the task, the deadline, or the flop—but your nervous system?In this episode, I’m joined by my husband Ryan for a candid convo about fake safety vs. real safety, what it means to feel grounded in your body when everything feels like it’s falling apart, and why regulating your nervous system before taking action changes everything.We dive into performance pressure at work, ADHD spirals, and why many of us only feel safe after the thing is solved—aka conditional safety. I also walk yo...2025-04-0925 minWildly DifferentEp 20. Real Safety vs. Fake Safety (And Why You Never Feel Calm for Long).mp3What if the real reason you’re spiraling isn’t the task, the deadline, or the flop—but your nervous system?In this episode, I’m joined by my husband Ryan for a candid convo about fake safety vs. real safety, what it means to feel grounded in your body when everything feels like it’s falling apart, and why regulating your nervous system before taking action changes everything.We dive into performance pressure at work, ADHD spirals, and why many of us only feel safe after the thing is solved—aka conditional...2025-04-0826 minWildly DifferentEp 19. The Real Problem Isn’t ADHD. It’s Self-AbandonmentWhat if everything you’ve been told about ADHD is wrong?What if your brain isn’t broken—but simply wired for a different kind of brilliance?In this episode, we’re throwing out the outdated, shame-filled narratives around ADHD and replacing them with something revolutionary: wholeness.In this episode, I’m walking you through the Untamed Freedom Formula, a four-phase process designed to help you stop fighting yourself and start embracing how your mind actually works. We’ll talk about curiosity, acceptance, self-compassion, and willingn...2025-04-0129 minWildly DifferentEp 18. Who Do You Need to BE to HAVE What You WantYou know that feeling—the one where you’re standing on the edge of something big, something that could change everything, but instead of jumping, you hesitate? Your mind races with all the ‘what ifs’—What if I fail? What if I’m not ready? What if this isn’t the right path?We’ve all been there. Stuck between the life we know and the one we want. The truth is, the leap is never easy, but it’s always worth it. And that’s exactly what we’re diving into in this episode.2025-03-2523 minWildly DifferentEp 17. Parenting Styles 101: What Every ADHDer Needs to KnowEver wonder why certain tasks feel impossible, while others send you into overdrive? Why you either shut down in the face of difficulty or push yourself to perfection? The way you were parented might have everything to do with it.In this episode, we’re breaking down the four major parenting styles—authoritative, authoritarian, permissive, and neglectful—and how each one impacts kids with ADHD. More importantly, we’ll connect the dots between your upbringing and the struggles you face today. From procrastination to emotional regulation, from self-discipline to self-sabotage, it all ties back.2025-03-1831 minWildly DifferentEp 16. Emotional Resilience with ADHD: The Skill That Changes EverythingLast week, we dug into emotional regulation: what it really means, why it’s so misunderstood, and how ADHD plays a huge part in how we manage our emotions. We challenged the typical narratives and explored the idea that emotional regulation isn’t just a result of your wiring—it’s shaped by your environment, your upbringing, and your experiences. And the best part? If these things influence your emotional struggles, that means you can change them.But in this episode, I want to take that one step further. We're going to explore the concept...2025-03-1129 minWildly DifferentEp 15. The ADHD Brain and Emotional Regulation: What You Haven’t Been ToldRight now, everyone is talking about emotions—how to process them, how to “master” them (whatever that means), and there’s a lot of noise out there. The root of everything we do comes down to emotional regulation. Your relationships? Your career? Your finances? Even what you eat for dinner—all influenced by how you handle your emotions.But, emotional regulation isn’t about shutting feelings down or pretending they don’t exist. It’s about knowing how to ride the emotional waves without letting them hijack your life. And trust me, I’v...2025-03-0438 minWildly DifferentEp 14. How to Know If You Have ADHD: The Traits You See and the Patterns You Don’tWith the ADHD boom of 2020, we went from barely talking about it to suddenly having way too much information—and honestly, it’s overwhelming. What’s actually helpful? What’s just noise? What’s true and what’s false?ADHD is not just about being distracted or forgetting your keys. It affects how you feel, how you focus, how you manage time, and how you navigate space.ADHD emotions don’t have a dimmer switch; they’re either on or off. Do you get derailed when pla...2025-02-2527 minWildly DifferentEp 13. The Science Behind Why Searching for Peace Feels PointlessYou want to feel calm. Present. Peaceful. But no matter how much you try, it feels impossible. Your brain is always racing. Your to-do list is never-ending. And when you finally sit down to “relax,” your mind is already sprinting toward the next thing.Sound familiar? You’re not broken. You’re not failing. You just haven’t been given the right framework to make peace and presence something your ADHD brain can actually achieve.In this episode, we’re diving into the science behind why peace feels so damn elusive...2025-02-1825 minWildly DifferentEp 12. Why You Keep Getting Derailed: The Hidden Power of Shadow WorkHow many times have you told yourself that you’re just a “lazy” person? That you’re a “lost cause” and that’s why you can’t get through your day-to-day without feeling like you’re falling behind. For years, we’ve been taught to regulate, to manage, to breathe through the chaos. We meditate. We journal. We try to “fix” ourselves. But what if the real issue isn’t what’s on the surface? What if the constant overwhelm, the self-sabotage, and the never-ending cycle of burnout are being driven by something deeper—something hidden?2025-02-1125 minWildly DifferentEp 11. Overcoming ADHD Paralysis: Why Specific Goals Matter More Than WillpowerHow many times have you woken up in the morning, determined to finally get your life together? You’ve got a plan, a schedule, and maybe even a brand-new planner with color-coded tabs. You’re ready to turn it all around. But by noon, you’re already overwhelmed, drowning in distractions, and somehow, despite all your best intentions, nothing is actually getting done. Sound familiar?In this episode, we’re tackling one of those sayings that sounds great on an Instagram quote but leaves us scratching our heads when we try to apply it: "Energy f...2025-02-0414 minWildly DifferentEp 10. The Shocking Truth About ADHD Impulsivity No One Tells YouYou know those moments where you say, “I’m so impulsive,” and immediately chalk it up to your ADHD or how your brain is wired? What if I told you that belief might actually be keeping you stuck?In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the misunderstood world of impulsivity—what it really is, why we get it wrong, and how those misconceptions shape our actions. You’re not broken, and you’re not “just wired this way.” I want to offer you a bold new perspective, one that gives you back the reins to redefine...2025-01-2827 minWildly DifferentEp 9. Chatting ADHD and parenting with my husband (Sauna Session 1)Welcome to the very first episode of Sauna Sessions! For this debut, I roped in my husband Ryan for a raw and unfiltered chat about ADHD, parenting, and everything in between.In this episode, we call out some of the biggest myths about ADHD and dive into why chasing the right kind of engagement is key to managing distractions. Ryan gets real about his journey over the past few years, from tackling behavioral challenges to embracing progress over perfection.We also dive into emotional regulation (hello, tantrums—ours and th...2025-01-2116 minWildly DifferentEp 8. How Lack of Clarity Steals Time From ADHD BrainsAre you ready to break free from frustration, shame, and that endless cycle of "why can’t I just get it together?" If you’ve ever felt like clarity is some mythical thing that other people have figured out—like you’re swimming against a tide of distractions or checking off tasks that don’t even matter—then this episode is for you. I get it. I’ve been there. And I promise you, clarity isn’t impossible. It’s life-changing.We’re talking about why lack of clarity is the ultimate thief...2025-01-1424 min
Today with Alan and AnaCars Are Eating Your City From endless parking lots to sprawling highways, cities are suffocating under car-centric planning. Imagine urban spaces transformed into vibrant neighborhoods with dense housing, efficient public transit, and walkable streets. Advocates are pushing for radical solutions like zoning reform and land value taxes to reclaim land wasted on parking and roads. With inspiring examples of cities ditching car dependence, the debate reveals a growing hunger for sustainable, people-first urban design.2025-01-1013 minWildly DifferentEp 7. How to Build Resilience with ADHD (and Stop Outsourcing Your Power)If you’ve ever felt like life is constantly pulling you away from your goals, or like your ADHD brain is working against you, you are not alone. If you’ve ever felt like life is constantly derailing your plans, if you’ve found yourself saying, ‘something always comes up,’ or if you’re exhausted from constantly starting over, this episode is for you. In this episode, I’m talking about resilience. This topic recently hit home for me in a very real way. I had a full workday planned — emails...2025-01-0736 minWildly DifferentEp 6. How to Prioritize According to Your Values (Part 2 of Getting to Know Yourself)Do you really know how to prioritize your time? I’m referring to the significance of aligning time management with personal core values to enhance productivity and reduce overwhelm. This is part two of my four-part series on getting to know yourself and aligning your life with what actually matters to YOU.Last episode, we talked about uncovering your core values — the big, bold truths that guide your decisions, your energy, and ultimately, your happiness. If you missed that one, do yourself a favor and go listen. It’s the foundation for everything we’re about...2024-12-3110 minWildly DifferentEp 5. When I’m Lit Up, I Show Up (Part 1 of Getting to Know Yourself)Do you truly know what your core values are?Over the next four episodes, we’re diving into something big: a four-part series designed to do one thing: help you finally, fully, and unapologetically know yourself.This isn’t about vague self-reflection or fluffy “know your why” platitudes. Instead, we’re peeling back the layers of who you’ve been told to be so that you can unearth who you actually are. If you’re making decisions based on programming, people-pleasing, or plain old habit, then your life isn’t really yours.2024-12-2427 minWildly DifferentEp 4. The Truth About Trauma and ADHDTrauma is everywhere. It’s on our TikTok feeds, in every self-help book, and it’s practically the third wheel in conversations with friends. It’s kind of amazing that we’re even talking about it. We’re naming the patterns, breaking generational cycles, and giving ourselves permission to heal. That’s huge.But sometimes, the very thing that’s supposed to set us free can also keep us stuck. When trauma becomes the lens we view everything through, it can quietly morph into an excuse—a reason to stay in the past instead...2024-12-1711 minWildly DifferentEp 3. Use This Specific Strategy to Turn Feeling Stuck to Taking ActionLet me ask you a question: have you ever felt like you’re stuck in a loop of frustration and inaction? Like no matter how hard you try, the progress just isn’t there, and you’re left spiraling in self-doubt? Yeah, I’ve been there too.I want to invite you to join me on a journey to reframe those moments when you feel completely stuck so that you can shift your mindset, embrace curiosity, and move forward. Whether it’s a project at work, a never-ending to-do list at home, or just the overwh...2024-12-1014 minWildly DifferentEp 2. Is This Serving You?If you’ve ever been stuck in a cycle of overthinking, self-doubt, or feeling like you’re spinning your wheels with no traction, it’s time to start asking yourself this question: Is this serving me?It’s not about toxic positivity or ignoring your emotions—it’s about reclaiming your power. We’ll explore how our thoughts, stories, and reactions shape our experiences and what it means to take aligned action from a place of clarity and intention.The conversation highlights the significance of how we frame our thoughts and f...2024-12-0316 minWildly DifferentEp 1. Is ADHD really the problem?In the very first episode of Wildly Different, ADHD coach, fellow neurodivergent, and podcast host Ana Urban introduces herself and dives into the wonderful world of thriving with ADHD. She shares her journey of receiving her ADHD diagnosis, how she relied on medication for years, and how she uncovered the true secret to confidently managing her ADHD through profound inner work. Ana shares her eye-opening perspective that will help you navigate life with ADHD with more ease and less overwhelm. If you constantly find yourself blaming your diagnosis (or se...2024-11-2719 min
The Blair Badenhop ShowTaking Big Leaps & Building Inner Trust with Ana UrbanAna Urban is a holistic ADHD coach who’s helped hundreds of ambitious men and women overcome ADHD curses, self-sabotage, and the mental and emotional roadblocks keeping them stuck. She blends brain science, shadow exploration, and practical strategies to help her clients master their minds, manage your time, and create real, lasting change in their lives. So, fun fact: Ana has become one of my good friends thanks to my neighbor Michelle and the fact that our daughters go to the same school. When I met her, I was like, “Oh thank goodness, I’ve found a kindre...2024-10-271h 08
Ryan & Ana On MIAMiami's Real Estate Resilience: Market Misconceptions, Urban Dynamics, and Policy ImpactsSend us a textDiscover why Miami’s real estate market is far from crashing, despite what some major media outlets claim. As we unpack the latest data from the Q3 2024 report, you'll learn how soaring median prices and a surge in cash transactions bolster the city's robust property scene. We challenge the misinformation flooding the industry, shining a light on the necessity for accurate journalism that respects facts rather than fearmongering headlines.Next, we're taking you on a journey through the rapidly evolving Miami landscape, where urban development meets community resistance. From the bustling gr...2024-10-1542 min
This Podcast is Not RealTerrifying Tales: Exploring Japan’s Scariest Urban LegendsIn this chilling episode of *This Podcast is Not Real*, our AI hosts dive into the ten scariest Japanese urban legends. From vengeful spirits lurking in bathrooms and rice fields to the infamous Kuchisake-Onna, the slit-mouthed woman, we explore the origins and terrifying encounters that have haunted generations. What would you do if a spirit asked if you found her beautiful? Or if you came face-to-face with a ghost who slices people in half? Join us as we unravel these spine-tingling tales, and uncover the fear that keeps these legends alive. Dare to listen, if you can handle the...2024-10-1011 minThis Podcast is Not RealVanishing Women: The Dark Mystery of Ciudad JuárezIn this episode of This Podcast is Not Real, our In this episode of This Podcast is Not Real, our AI hosts explore the harrowing issue of femicide in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico—a city that has seen over 2,300 women disappear or be murdered over the past three decades. Using AI-generated insights, we dive into the complex web of factors driving this violence, including rapid urban growth, the influence of drug cartels, and systemic corruption within the security forces. Despite the tireless efforts of activists and organizations like Nuestras Hijas de Regreso a Casa, the Mexican government’s response has fal...2024-10-0513 minRyan & Ana On MIAFlorida's New Frontier: Economic Shifts, Urban Planning, and Real Estate InsightsSend us a textWhat if the next big economic powerhouse isn't where you think? Join us as we uncover the massive migration of wealth and talent reshaping the United States, with a surprising spotlight on southern states like Florida. From the electrifying "Rock the Market" event at the Hard Rock Hotel, we reveal how these regions are now eclipsing traditional giants like Washington DC and New York in national GDP share. Discover how remote work and the pandemic have permanently altered migration trends, and why Miami’s ascension is anything but temporary.Next, we de...2024-08-0536 minRyan & Ana On MIAUrban Evolution and Political Intrigue in MiamiSend us a textWhat if our world is now more like a high-stakes simulation rather than reality? We tackle this and more as we dissect the rapid acceleration of political events shaping our society. From the unprecedented conviction of a former president, charges against the sitting president's child, to an assassination attempt on a presidential candidate, the landscape is filled with drama that rivals any TV series. Listen as we explore the extreme polarization in today's politics, the influence of tech moguls like Zuckerberg, and the potential comedic goldmine that Maya Rudolph's Kamala Harris portrayal could...2024-07-2344 minRyan & Ana On MIARegulating L.A. Housing and Miami's Traffic Dance: The Urban Struggle for Harmony in Home and TransitSend us a textEver pondered the see-saw battle between regulation and reality in the housing market? This episode peels back the layers of recent Los Angeles housing ordinances that are causing quite a stir. By demanding landlords bear the brunt of relocation costs for tenants amidst rent hikes, we're seeing a seismic shift that could have long-term repercussions for housing supply and those small landlords trying to stay afloat. We take a deep dive into the historical precedents that have shaped such policies and the often-overlooked ripple effects that follow, all while examining the disconnect between...2024-02-2542 minRyan & Ana On MIARyan & Ana on MIA #15 Miami's Real Estate Surge: Luxury Markets, Towering Developments, and the City's Future VisionSend us a textEver wondered how a city's heartbeat quickens with every real estate transaction? Our latest podcast episode is a treasure trove, unpacking the vibrant pulse of Miami's real estate market, where January's sales data revealed nearly a 50% year-over-year increase for million-plus single-family homes. As we navigate these luxe waters, we'll probe the evolving definitions of luxury and ultra-luxury markets, alongside the strategic investment gold mines within Miami's urban core. The insightful Moishe Mana, a titan in landownership, joined us to share his conviction in Miami's bright future as a city of tomorrow....2024-02-1338 min
The Next Step Podcast with Alison SimmonsFrom Emotional Triggers to Time Management: A New Approach to Productivity with Coach Ana UrbanToday, we're thrilled to have AHDH Coach, Ana Urban, share her unique insights on emotional regulation and its impact on productivity. This episode is not just insightful but a game-changer for entrepreneurs wrestling with emotional challenges in their business journey. Ana’s approach to emotional regulation offers a fresh perspective, moving beyond traditional hacks to a more compassionate, self-aware method. Join us as we unpack how emotional triggers in entrepreneurship affect our ability to stay productive. Remember, the key to progress is not just about being disciplined or consistent, but about understanding and catering to yo...2024-01-2331 minRyan & Ana On MIAThe New Miami Playbook: Real Estate Awards, Transit Challenges, and Skyline TransformationsSend us a textDiscover how the real estate market is adapting post-pandemic as we provide an exclusive analysis on current trends and future predictions that will transform the industry. The residential market is leveling out, but the luxury real estate sector continues to soar, with all-cash purchases and international buyers making a noticeable impact. We're dissecting market behaviors across various pricing tiers, examining the exciting role of the Red Real Estate Awards, and discussing the potential shifts in South Florida's housing landscape due to the Live Local Act that could change the game for workforce housing.2024-01-1439 minRyan & Ana On MIAThe Future Unfolds in Miami: Urban Tales and Economic PredictionsSend us a textMiami's metamorphosis is not just a story – it's our story. From the sun-kissed beaches to the bustling streets of downtown, the city's allure as a cradle for dreams and destinies unfolded before our very eyes, paralleling our own journey of discovery and growth. Join us in our year-end episode as we reflect on the city's economic vigor, with my predictions hitting the mark and the political dynamics that are drawing in both talent and wealth. Through personal anecdotes and the wisdom, We've gleaned from press interviews, we'll unravel how Miami sets itself apart as...2023-12-3052 minRyan & Ana On MIAMiami's Evolution: Luxury Homes, Education Policies, and Urban Growth + Fontainebleau Las VegasSend us a textEver wondered what's behind Miami's dramatic surge in luxury home sales and construction? Brace yourself for an enlightening ride as we navigate the real estate and education trends shaping the captivating landscapes of Miami and other cities. We kickstart our journey by unveiling the ongoing wealth and talent migration, manifested in an increasing demand for opulent homes and a blossoming construction boom. Moreover, we delve into the controversy ignited by Chicago's new mayor's decision to eradicate selective student programs — a vivid illustration of how shifting economies can ripple through city life.We...2023-12-1739 min