I Have ADHD Podcast
The I Have ADHD Podcast is a clear, concise, and fun podcast for adults with ADHD. Host Kristen Carder, a dually certified coach, shares insights on how ADHD impacts every area of life and how to overcome symptoms by embracing who you are. The podcast has supported thousands of people worldwide through its coaching program, FOCUSED.
Episodes
411 BITESIZE | ADHD Freeze: Why You Know What To Do But Can't Do It
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #376: When ADHD Looks Like Freeze: You’re Not Lazy, You’re OverwhelmedListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
410 The Exhaustion, The Book, and The People Who Are Mad at Me
This week’s episode is a personal catch-up on everything that’s been taking up space in my brain lately.My capacity feels low. My ADHD symptoms feel loud. I’m exhausted in that deep, bone-tired way that makes me want to spend the next two months under a blanket. Between the end-of-school-year chaos, parenting an emerging adult through graduation and next steps, writing a book, and navigat
409 BITESIZE | ADHD Parents: Your Child Doesn't Need a Perfect Parent
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #374: 10 Signs Of A Healthy, Functional Family (And How We Get There With ADHD)Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
408 I Surveyed Over 2,100 Adults with ADHD—Here’s What Broke My Heart
Last summer, I surveyed over 2,174 adults with ADHD about their relationships, and the results stopped me in my tracks.In this episode, I’m sharing the themes, patterns, and painful truths that emerged from those responses, and how they confirmed so many things I’ve observed over the last seven years coaching adults with ADHD.We talk about relational wounding, rejection, criticism, emotio
407 BITESIZE | 80% of People Diagnosed with ADHD Forgo Treatment in the First Year
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #366: Five Things Doctors Still Get Wrong About ADHDListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
406 No Meds, No Shame. Here’s How I’d Support My ADHD Without an Rx
If I couldn’t, or didn’t want to, take ADHD medication, how would I support my brain?In this episode, I’m walking you through exactly how I’d approach ADHD treatment without meds. This is not anti-medication content. Medication helps me tremendously. But many people don’t have access, don’t tolerate it well, or simply don’t want to take it. You still deserve support.We’re talking about wh
405 BITESIZE | Walking on Eggshells in My Marriage
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #364: From Walking on Eggshells to Walking in Self-TrustListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
404 There’s No Rush: Getting Out of Fight-or-Flight with Jenna Free
This week on the podcast, I’m joined by ADHD counselor Jenna Free to talk all about emotional regulation, nervous system regulation, and why ADHDers need to stop rushing.Jenna is a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) who specializes in helping ADHD brains move out of fight-or-flight and into a state where they can function at their best—while honoring neurodivergence and individual needs.
403 BITESIZE | ADHD & Self-Loathing: “You’re Not Behind — You’re Under Supported”
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #362: The Science Of ADHD Sleep: Circadian Rhythms, Sunlight, And Why You’re So TiredListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
402 When Traditional Parenting Fails: Raising Strong-Willed Kids
Strong-willed kids don’t respond to “normal” parenting—and that doesn’t mean you’re failing. In this episode, I’m joined by Kirk Martin, founder of CelebrateCalm.com and host of the Calm Parenting Podcast, to talk about what actually works with intense, demand-avoidant, emotionally reactive kids.Kirk shares the personal story behind his work, including his experience raising his son Casey
401 BITESIZE | "I Feel Like I'm in High School" My Story of Rejection Sensitivity
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #360: I Almost Lost A Huge Opportunity To Rejection Sensitivity (But Here’s How I Came Back)Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
400 Too Many Ideas, Not Enough Follow-Through? Listen to This
Today I’m joined by my friend Ari Tuckman, psychologist, ADHD thought leader, and author of The ADHD Productivity Manual, for a real, down-to-earth conversation about what it actually looks like to be productive with an ADHD brain.We kick things off by unpacking Ari’s idea that productivity is a mental game, and why that matters way more than whatever planner or app you’re using. We also
399 BITESIZE | "Trauma Math" and Changing Your Family's Legacy
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #372: 10 Signs You’re In A Dysfunctional FamilyListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
398 Virgin River’s Benjamin Hollingsworth Opens Up About ADHD for the First Time Ever
Today on the podcast, I’m joined by Benjamin Hollingsworth, best known as Brady on Virgin River and from The Christmas Ring. While audiences feel like they know him from the screen, this conversation offers something much more personal: Benjamin opens up publicly for the first time about his ADHD.We dive into his diagnosis story: when he first realized his brain worked differently, what s
397 BITESIZE | The “Hire Help” Strategy That Changes Everything
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #358: The Day I Hired a Frontal Lobe: How Paying for Help Pulled Me Out of ADHD ChaosListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
396 Hidden Dyslexia Struggles (and Why ADHD Might Not Be the Whole Story)
In this episode, I sit down with dyslexia expert Natalie Brooks for a powerful, eye-opening conversation about what dyslexia really looks like and how it often overlaps with ADHD in ways that can be confusing, frustrating, and deeply validating once understood.Whether you’ve been diagnosed, suspect you might have dyslexia, or love someone who does, this episode will help you connect the d
395 BITESIZE | ADHD in Adults: Why It Took Me 40 Years to Believe in Myself
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #356: Tech Jobs + ADHD Minds: How David Made It WorkListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
394 I Tried Using ChatGPT for My ADHD… Here’s What Happened
Let’s talk about AI—because I know some of you are curious, some of you are already using it constantly, and some of you are like, “absolutely not.” All fair.In this episode, I’m sharing how tools like ChatGPT can actually support an ADHD brain in real life. Not as a replacement for your thinking, your relationships, or your treatment—but as something that can hold your thoughts, help you
393 BITESIZE | PDA in Adults: Why You Resist Even Your Own Plans
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #354: Why Even Your Own To-Dos Feel Like An Attack: The Explosive Reality Of Adult PDAListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
392 The Weekend Trap: Why Free Time Sends ADHD Brains into a Spiral
“Why do I look forward to the weekend all week… and then completely fall apart when it gets here?”If your weekends start with hope and end with overwhelm, guilt, or total shutdown—welcome to the club!In this episode, I’m breaking down why unstructured time is uniquely challenging for ADHD brains… and how to create weekends that actually feel good (without turning them into a rigid, misera
Why ADHD Adults Feel “In Trouble” in Relationships (And How to Feel Secure)
Kristen hosted a live master class on Wednesday 4/1 and we thought you’d enjoy the replay! If you prefer to watch on youtube, you can do that here. Find the worksheet Kristen provided here. Join FOCUSED and save $100 on the relationships course in April here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
391 BITESIZE | Is My Child Trying To Manipulate Me or Do They Have PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance)?
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #352: The Kids Who Can’t Be Told What To Do: PDA & Low-Demand Parenting (With Casey Ehrlich)Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
390 Two Steps Forward, Three Steps Back (Why You Keep Self-Sabotaging and How to Finally Stop)
If you’ve ever set a goal, made a plan, felt excited… and then somehow done the exact opposite—welcome to the ADHD self-sabotage club.In this episode, I’m sharing a powerful class from inside my ADHD coaching membership, FOCUSED, all about self-sabotage—why it happens, what it actually means, and how to finally understand what’s going on in your brain.But before we get into it, a little c
389 BITESIZE | Self-Trust in the Workplace: Finding the Right Environment for Your ADHD Brain
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #350: From Cemetery Shifts To A Career That Fits: Matt’s ADHD Comeback StoryListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
388 Money. Let’s Finally Deal With It.
Let’s be honest: money tasks are peak ADHD avoidance material.So instead of overthinking it…let’s just do it together.This episode is your guided money session—part strategy, part nervous system support, all designed to help you finally engage with your finances.We’ll work through the resistance, regulate your nervous system, and make money feel just a little bit more doable.Watch this ep
387 BITESIZE | 2 Types of ADHD Boredom (And Why One Feels Like Panic)
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #348: Too Bored To Function: Why ADHD Brains Would Rather Do Anything Than Be BoredListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
386 A Very ADHD Episode: Deep Feelings and Random Reels
This episode is… very ADHD.We start with a quick revisit of ARFID after hearing from a listener who shared a powerful personal experience. Then we dive into your voicemails—covering everything from the heavy question of how to repair damage we worry we’ve done to our kids, to a very relatable struggle: emotional “doom piles.”And because no ADHD episode would be complete without a little d
385 BITESIZE | ADHD & Self-Trust: Stop Using Growth Tools Against Yourself
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #344: Living in a Dumpster Fire: Systems That Actually Work for ADHD FamiliesListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
384 Do It the Easy Way (The Hard Way Is Keeping You Stuck)
What if the easiest version of the task is actually the smartest one?In this episode, we’re talking about the path of least resistance — and why for ADHD brains, it’s not laziness. It’s strategy.The path of least resistance is the version of a task that:Requires the least activation energyUses the least executive functionHurts the leastGets you moving the fastestNot the A+ version.Not the
383 BITESIZE | “You Don’t Look Autistic” — Why That’s Harmful (And What to Say Instead)
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #342: Love on the Spectrum’s Kaelynn Partlow on Autism, ADHD, and Why She Refuses to Use the Term “AuDHD”Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
382 You Are Not a F*ck Up with Cate Osborn and Erik Gude
Today’s episode is pure joy.I’m hanging out with old friends of the podcast Cate Osborn and Erik Gude, two of the most creative, thoughtful, and FUN voices in the ADHD world. And this conversation goes everywhere in the best possible way.Cate is a certified sex educator (yes, we go there) whose work has appeared in The New York Times and Cosmopolitan, and you probably know her from Sorry
381 BITESIZE | Grieving the Life You Could Have Had (Late-Diagnosed ADHD)
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #346: Voicemails from the ADHD Trenches: Marriage, Faith, Regret, and Rage (Yep, We’re Going There)Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
380 What If It’s Not Just Picky Eating? ARFID in ADHD & Autism Explained
In this episode, we’re diving into something I really wish I had known about sooner: ARFID — Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder.ARFID is a serious eating disorder that has nothing to do with body image or weight loss. Instead, it’s driven by things that are incredibly common for ADHD and autistic folks — sensory sensitivities, low appetite, lack of interest, anxiety, and fear of ne
379 BITESIZE | ADHD & Self-Trust: Stop Using Growth Tools Against Yourself
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #338: From “Leaf in the Wind” to Coach: Sarah’s ADHD Glow-UpListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
378 Sensational Headlines vs. Science: ADHD Under Attack (Again)
BUCKLE UP! The next hour is going to be a little wild—in the best way.In today’s episode, I’m answering a couple of your voicemails, diving into emerging research on the link between ADHD and early perimenopause, and responding to a very fear-heavy Wall Street Journal reel about ADHD medication.We’re talking about:• The idea of a “drug cascade” and why extreme cases don’t equal common out
377 BITESIZE | Everyone Has ADHD? How to Respond to Dismissive, Ignorant Comments
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #333: Want to Stay Behind Forever? Keep Ignoring Your CapacityListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
376 When ADHD Looks Like Freeze: You’re Not Lazy, You’re Overwhelmed
In today’s episode, we’re talking about ADHD that looks like overwhelmed and under-functioning: when your brain gets so flooded that it can’t prioritize, and instead of choosing a next step… it shuts down.You’ll learn what overwhelm really is in the context of ADHD (total cognitive, emotional, and/or sensory flooding), why “freeze” can be a very real nervous system response, and how this
375 BITESIZE | Why Time Management Is So Hard With ADHD (It’s Not What You Think)
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #332: Stop Adding to the Planner Graveyard: One Tool to Improve ADHD Time Blindness NOWListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
374 10 Signs of a Healthy, Functional Family (and How We Get There with ADHD)
This is part two of our series on dysfunctional families and ADHD.If last week’s episode felt heavy, emotional, or disorienting, that makes sense. Episode one was about naming reality—and naming reality can stir grief, anger, relief, or all three. But we can’t change what we’re not willing to name.Today, we answer the next (and crucial) question:If that’s dysfunction… what does health act
373 BITESIZE | ADHD Medication Myths That Need to Die (Zombies, Addiction, & Personality Loss)
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #331: ADHD Medications: What’s Fact, What’s Fiction, and Why They’re Not “Basically Meth”Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
372 10 Signs You’re In A Dysfunctional Family
Today’s episode is part one of a two-part series on dysfunctional families and ADHD.I’m sharing this from a very real place. The last few weeks have been heavy with extended family drama, and when things feel overwhelming, I name it and bring it into the light. As someone writing a book on healthy relationships for adults with ADHD, I want you to know I come by this work honestly.When I l
371 BITESIZE | Quick Organization Tips From Real ADHDers
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #330: ADHD-Proof Your Life: Real Tips from Real ADHD BrainsListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
370 PMS, Pregnancy, Perimenopause: How Estrogen Hijacks the ADHD Brain
This is one of the most downloaded episodes of the I Have ADHD Podcast—and for good reason.In this powerful conversation, Kristen sits down with Dr. Patricia Quinn, a leading expert on ADHD in women and girls, to unpack the missing link so many of us were never taught about: estrogen and the ADHD brain.If you’ve ever felt like your ADHD symptoms fluctuate wildly throughout the month, wors
369 BITESIZE | Why ADHD Is So Hard to Explain (and Why It Matters)
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #329: ADHD 101 For Neurotypicals: Why Your Loved Once Struggles With The 'Easy Stuff.'Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
368 The Hidden Wound of ADHD: Emotional Loneliness at Home with Dr. Lindsay Gibson
My guest today is Dr. Lindsay Gibson, author of Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents and Recovering from Emotionally Immature Parents.You probably saw Dr. Gibson everywhere in 2025...even on Oprah...but LET THE RECORD SHOW: you heard her here first!This interview originally aired in March 2023, and I’m bringing it back because her work continues to resonate deeply with adults wi
367 BITESIZE | The Exact Executive Functions Behind ADHD Time Blindness
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #332: Stop Adding to the Planner Graveyard: One Tool to Improve ADHD Time Blindness NOWListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
366 Five Things Doctors Still Get Wrong About ADHD
Sign up for my free class REJECTION SENSITIVITY 101 here!In this episode, I’m breaking down five research-backed facts about ADHD that should fundamentally change how we think about diagnosis, medication, and long-term care. These aren’t hot takes. They’re uncomfortable truths.Here’s what we’re covering:• 80% of people stop ADHD medication within the first year—not because it “didn’t work
365 BITESIZE | Career Change with ADHD
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #328: Did You Waste Your Summer? Here’s Your ‘August Panic’ Survival GuideListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
364 From Walking on Eggshells to Walking in Self-Trust
Click here to join me for Rejection Sensitivity 101: Understanding It. Soothing It. Healing It. If you’ve ever felt constantly on edge in your relationships—reading into tone changes, bracing for rejection, or waiting for the other shoe to drop—this episode is for you.Today, I’m unpacking rejection sensitivity: why it shows up so strongly for ADHDers, how it gets wired into the nervous sy
363 BITESIZE | The Unsexy Truth About Accommodating Neurodivergent Kids
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #327: We Threw Out The Rulebook: How We're Raising Our Neurodivergent Kids With Greg CarderListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
362 The Science of ADHD Sleep: Circadian Rhythms, Sunlight, and Why You’re So Tired
If you have ADHD and sleep feels like a constant struggle, you’re not imagining it—and you’re definitely not alone. Research shows that 70–80% of adults with ADHD have chronic sleep problems, most commonly falling asleep too late and being unable to shift earlier, no matter how hard they try. For many of us, this pattern starts in childhood and is deeply tied to our biology.In this solo e
361 BITESIZE | Why Resentment Builds—and What to Do Instead
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #326: ADHD Nearly Broke Us — How We're Still Standing After 21 Years With Greg CarderListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
360 I Almost Lost a Huge Opportunity to Rejection Sensitivity (But Here’s How I Came Back)
It’s been a while since we dropped a solo episode, and today I’m sharing something personal, vulnerable, and—honestly—encouraging. Because even after twenty years of living with ADHD and five years of deep healing work, rejection sensitivity still shows up for me. The difference now? I know how to support myself through it.In this episode, I share an update on my book (spoiler: I'm almost
359 BITESIZE | ADHD, Chronic Pain, and the Cost of Pushing Through
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #325: ADHD Burnout Is REAL: What A Physician With ADHD Wishes She Knew SoonerListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
358 The Day I Hired a Frontal Lobe: How Paying for Help Pulled Me Out of ADHD Chaos
This week, Kristen chats with Bill, Creative & Executive Director of ArtPhilly, who is currently helping mastermind a city-wide arts festival for America’s 250th birthday. He’s smart, creative, high-capacity… and, like many ADHDers, he hit the limit of what his frontal lobe could juggle.And then? He hired help — aka he hired himself a frontal lobe.And everything changed.This interview
357 BITESIZE | Your Brain Is Too Loud—This Trick Turns the Volume Down
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #321: The 5-Minute ADHD Hack That Can Change Your LifeListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.Watch this episode on YouTubeWant help with your ADHD? Join FOCUSED!Have questions for Kristen? Call 1.833.281.2343Hang out with Kristen on Instagram and TikTokSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California P
356 Tech Jobs + ADHD Minds: How David Made It Work
In this episode, I sit down with David—a long-time FOCUSED member turned coach—to talk about what it really looks like to work in tech with an ADHD brain. David shares how he found his way into the tech world, the challenges he faced behind the scenes, and the systems he built to survive (and eventually thrive).We explore:The hardest parts of tech culture for an ADHDerThe moments where Da
355 BITESIZE | What to Do When Someone Says “Everyone Has ADHD”
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #320: Rapid-Fire Adult ADHD Q&AListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
354 Why Even Your Own To-Dos Feel Like an Attack: The Explosive Reality of Adult PDA
If you’ve ever thought, “No one can tell me what to do… not even me,” this episode might feel like someone finally turned the lights on.This week, Kristen sits down with Kendahl Damashek — parent coach, Director of Content and Curriculum for At Peace Parents, and a PDA Autistic mom of four PDA kids — for a groundbreaking conversation about Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) in adults.Tog
353 BITESIZE | Why You Can't Start Until The Last Minute: Unlocking ADHD & Motivation
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #319: “Why Can’t I Just START?!” – ADHD + Task InitiationListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
352 The Kids Who Can’t Be Told What to Do: PDA & Low-Demand Parenting (with Casey Ehrlich)
What if your child’s resistance, meltdowns, or refusal to do “simple” things isn’t defiance—but a nervous system response?In this conversation, Kristen talks with Casey Ehrlich, founder of At Peace Parents and one of the leading voices on Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). Casey is a researcher, parent coach, and mom of two PDA kids who helps families understand the intersection of ADHD
351 BITESIZE | Clutter, Shame, and the ADHD Brain
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #318: The Real Reason You Can’t Get Organized (And What To Do About It)Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
350 From Cemetery Shifts to a Career That Fits: Matt’s ADHD Comeback Story
If you’ve ever wondered “Will it ever happen for me?” this episode is your proof of yes. A year after sharing his story of unemployment and underemployment (Ep. 291), listener favorite Matt Cicarelli is back with the update we all needed: he landed a job he loves—at a human, trust-based agency that actually gets ADHD—and he’s sharing how it happened.What you’ll hearThe zig-zag path to “th
349 BITESIZE | Stop Making Everyone Else Comfortable: Waking Up to Unequal Relationships
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #317: From Barely Coping to High-Functioning: 10 ADHD Game-ChangersListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
348 Too Bored to Function: Why ADHD Brains Would Rather Do Anything Than Be Bored
Ever felt so bored you’d rather do anything — even something you’ll regret — just to avoid that restless, agitated feeling? In this episode, Dr. Marcy Caldwell breaks down why boredom feels like torture, what’s really happening in the brain and body, and why ADHDers crave stimulation (even the bad kind sometimes).We dig into:The two types of boredom — apathetic vs. agitatedWhat the “optim
347 BITESIZE | ADHD, Internalized Shame, and the Pep Talk from Kristen You Need NOW
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #315: Why ADHD Feels So Shameful (and How to Fight Back)Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
346 Voicemails from the ADHD Trenches: Marriage, Faith, Regret, and Rage (Yep, We’re Going There)
You called. I answered. In this episode, I’m diving into listener voicemails about all the messy, beautiful, complicated parts of life with ADHD — hating your workouts, losing jobs, marriage struggles, faith questions, resentment, regret, and everything in between.If you’ve ever felt like you’re the only one barely holding it together… you’re not.Watch this episode on YouTubeWant help wit
📣 I Need to Tell You Something About This Podcast (Don’t Skip This One!)
After six years nearly ad-free, I’m sharing an important update about the future of this podcast. Starting November 1, you’ll begin hearing ads — a necessary change to keep the show sustainable. In this short episode, I explain why this decision matters, what it means for you, and how you can support the podcast moving forward.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California
345 BITESIZE | The Life I Could’ve Lived: Grieving a Late ADHD Diagnosis
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #314: Two Things Can Be True (and Also… I’m Apparently Racist Against White Men?)Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
344 Living in a Dumpster Fire: Systems That Actually Work for ADHD Families
If you’re a parent with ADHD trying to hold it all together, this episode is for you. Kristen sits down with Amy Marie Hann, author of Master the Mundane, to talk about what it’s really like to run a home, raise kids, and manage your own ADHD brain — all at the same time. Amy was diagnosed back in the 80s (as a girl, no less!) and now has a family full of ADHD bra
343 BITESIZE | Bullied and Kicked Out of the Lunch Table: My Story of Rejection Sensitivity
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #313: Rejection Sensitivity Is Real (But I Reject RSD)Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
342 Love on the Spectrum’s Kaelynn Partlow on Autism, ADHD, and Why She Refuses to Use the Term “AuDHD”
If you’ve ever binge-watched Love on the Spectrum (let’s be honest—who hasn’t?), you already know and love Kaelynn Partlow — the sharp, funny, and deeply insightful advocate whose story stole our hearts in season 1. In this episode, Kristen sits down with Kaelynn for an unforgettable, no-filter conversation about Autism, ADHD, identity, and what it’s really like to live life on the bridge
341 BITESIZE | Unlocking Motivation: The ADHD Perspective
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #284: Overcoming ADHD Productivity Challenges with Dr. Ari Tuckman Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
340 Ready to Reclaim Your Attention? ADHD Professor Reveals Brand New ADHD Accountability Cycle
In this episode, our returning guest expert (and favorite friend of the podcast!) Dr. Nacchi Felt joins us to unveil the brand-new Cycle of Accountability—the life-direction loop that helps ADHD brains point their power at the right targets.Inside the loop:Alignment — Name your values (think truth, responsibility, gratitude) so decisions stop feeling random.Accountability — Drop the “shou
339 BITESIZE | Struggling with Parenting Regrets? Here's How to Make it Right
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #308: Raising Kids While Being a Hot (ADHD) Mess Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
338 From “Leaf in the Wind” to Coach: Sarah’s ADHD Glow-Up
Have you ever felt like a leaf in the wind—just being blown around by life instead of steering it?That’s exactly how Sarah described her life before finding ADHD coaching.Sarah opens up about what life was like before coaching—feeling passive, stuck, and like she wasn't really in control. She shares the struggles that led her to seek support, why she chose FOCUSED, and the powerful shifts
337 BITESIZE | How to Manage Life Interruptions (and Not See Them as FAILURE)
Love this clip? Hear the full conversation: Episode #307: SOS: What To Do When Life (or You) Gets In The Way Of Getting Sh*t DONEListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.Following through is hard enough with ADHD—and when life throws interruptions, it can feel impossible. In this episode, I share how I handle setbacks, why self-compassion matters, and how to start agai
336 Why the Bare Minimum Might Be Your Biggest Win Yet
Do you skip over your wins like they don’t matter? Feel weird or embarrassed when people cheer you on? Yep, that sounds about right. Adults with ADHD often struggle to celebrate themselves… but it’s a skill worth learning.In this episode, I’ll show you why celebration feels so uncomfortable—and why it’s actually essential for your mental health, motivation, and identity. We’ll unpack how
335 BITESIZE | ADHD, Work, and Civil Rights: Protecting Yourself
Love this clip? Hear the full conversation: Episode #304: ADHD At Work: Should You Spill The Beans To Your Boss? How to Thrive In Any Job!Listen to the full conversation in the original episode with Meghan Brown-Enyia HERE.I know how overwhelming it can feel to decide whether to disclose personal information at work. In this conversation, I remind you that you deserve to feel safe while s
334 Feeling Stuck? Awkward Relationships? Listen to Kristen's Coaching in Action
Ever wondered what it’s really like inside FOCUSED? In this special episode, you’ll get a front-row seat to an actual coaching call.You’ll hear me coach Bob through feeling stuck, and Heejung as she navigates awkward relationships with her coworkers. And here’s the thing—this isn’t just about seeing what FOCUSED is all about. You’ll walk away with insights you can apply to your own life (
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