Rhythms of Focus

for Wandering Minds, ADHD, and Beyond

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The Rhythms of Focus Podcast

Rhythms of Focus is a mindfulness-based productivity podcast for those with wandering minds, ADHD, and beyond who seek a gentler approach to mastery and meaningful work.

Feeling trapped by rigid productivity hacks or the pressure to “just start”? This episode of Rhythms of Focus invites you to reimagine focus—not as a battle of willpower, but as a gentle practice of agency. For adults with ADHD and wandering minds, agency is the skill of deciding and engaging non-reactively, even when emotions or…
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Feeling stuck waiting for motivation to strike? In this episode of Rhythms of Focus, we explore a gentler, agency-driven approach to productivity-especially for creative professionals, high-achievers with ADHD, and anyone whose mind tends to wander. Instead of relying on force, deadlines, or shame, discover how small, mindful “visits” and emotional rhythms can help you move…
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Caught in the tug-of-war between “should do” and “want to do”? You’re not alone. In this episode of Rhythms of Focus, we unravel the hidden dance between dopamine, motivation, and the pursuit of mastery-especially for those with wandering minds and ADHD. We’ll explore why chasing dopamine hits can leave us feeling empty, and how shifting…
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What if your struggles with focus weren’t a moral failing, but simply a different rhythm—one that can be guided with care rather than shame? In this episode of *Rhythms of Focus*, we explore the well-worn path of self-blame that so many adults with ADHD and wandering minds know all too well. Together, we’ll consider how…
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In this episode of Rhythms of Focus, we explore the paradoxical power and challenge of living with a wandering mind, whether of ADHD or otherwise. Ever notice how, when the winds are right, you can ride a wave of creativity and clarity—only to later find yourself scattered, lost, or exhausted when the tide shifts? In…
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What do you do when you struggle to engage? In this episode of Rhythms of Focus, we explore how wandering minds-especially those with ADHD-can find a gentler, more sustainable path to meaningful productivity. We’ll explore a “Visit” as a unit of work, a simple, agency-enhancing practice that transforms focus from a battle into a series…
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S01E01 – Rhythms of Focus: Hello, Fellow Wandering Mind! Summary In this episode, we explore the concept of a ‘Wandering Mind’ as an alternative to the medicalized term ADHD, delving into its multifaceted nature encompassing both challenges and beauties. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, the speaker discusses how societal perceptions often simplify complex symptoms,…
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Summary In this episode of “Rhythms of Focus,” we explore the intricate relationship between work, play, and the wandering mind. We consider how an overabundance of creativity can lead to focus challenges, and consider a fresh perspective on productivity that embraces playfulness. Key takeaways 1. The struggles of a wandering mind often stem from an…
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Summary In this episode of Rhythms of Focus, we explore the hidden struggles behind the appearance of success. Many people believe that achieving a goal—whether it’s landing a job, excelling in school, or maintaining relationships—will bring relief. Yet, even after “making it,” the challenges often persist in subtler and more exhausting ways. We delve into…
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Rhythms of Focus is a mindfulness-based productivity podcast for adults with wandering minds, ADHD, and beyond who seek a gentler approach to mastery and meaningful work. Host Dr. Kourosh Dini, psychiatrist and pianist, explores how to engage a wandering mind as a creative asset through the spirit of play. Unlike conventional productivity advice, each 15-minute…
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About the Author

Contact: wander at rhythmsoffocus.com

Kourosh Dini, MD is a board-certified psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, author, and musician.

He has created a course and community for those struggling with ADHD and other “wandering minds”, i.e. those struggling with managing their work and where they’d like their minds to be. He has also written several books and courses.

His years of musicianship and writing would tap into the same needs with which many with ADHD struggle, the need to find play and be creative in the day. Meanwhile, making it through medical school and building a practice, managing a family and generally connecting with responsibility would of course all need addressing.

Through the years of working with both clients and himself, Dr. Dini has been able to craft methods of moving away from the common fear-based methods of arranging work to those that are more based on creativity.

Dr. Dini currently maintains a psychiatric and therapy-based private practice in Chicago, IL

Education includes:

  • Northwestern University – Integrated Science Program, BA
  • Northwestern University – Neuroscience
  • University of Illinois at Chicago Medical School
  • University of Illinois at Chicago – Adult Psychiatry Residency
  • University of Chicago – Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship
  • Chicago Psychoanalytic Institute – Psychoanalytic Training