ADHD Big Brother - ADHD and Depression Solutions, Laughter, and Thoughts
Adult ADHD and Depression can be sucktastic! Let’s have a laugh or two while we work to get on the other end of our unique skull spaghetti. Nominated for best male host in the 2024 Podcasters People's Choice Awards, and currently a top 2% global podcast. Subscribe to the ADHD Big Brother podcast if you want short, entertaining episodes, delivered weekly, that will nudge you forward on managing those adult ADHD symptoms. If you are stuck; if you have no motivation to do boring things; if you can’t get started; if you have choice paralysis; if you live with craptastical self-loathing, have a million unfinished projects, and no time management skills... I can help. I’m Russ Jones, a former actor/comedian and a professional ADHD Coach, diagnosed with ADHD and Depressive Disorder, and my mission is to help adults who struggle the same way I did.
Episodes
251 - The Abyss Between Wants and Needs
Adults with ADHD have an enormous gap between wants and needs. Even our definitions for the two are different. Today I'll be talking about the definitions, and how we might bridge the giant gap between the two! Mentioned in this episodeRebel Momma Pod: I was on Rebel Momma podcast recently. In that episode, Sarah and I had an honest conversation about social media addiction, doomscrolling, en
250 - Doing CPR on Your Dreams
Let's talk about bringing life to your dreams. We're talking about ADHD and systems and why trying to create a system and then execute on it is NOT the way to go. Give CPR a shot. Mentioned in this episode: Join ADHD Big Brother! Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, weekly support c
249 - ADHD Later in Life
Finding out we have ADHD in our 40s and up can be filled with both grief and relief. I enter the picture when you've said, "OK, this is ADHD...now what?" Today I'll talk a bit about what I use, and it's the same thing I offer to you. Mentioned in this episode: The Weekly Planning Meeting TemplateCome experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to a
248 - My Normie Son's Tough Love To Me
Noble gave me some tough love that turned out to be absolutely brilliant advice for the adult with ADHD. Mentioned in this episode:Ready S.E.T. Go Free downloadThe episode Noble and I did 6 years ago: Episode 7 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1176524/episodes/6316792If you are an adult with ADHD that has yet to be able to do this work on their own, it's time to join ADHDBB and fast track your way
247 - ADHD and the Gift of Loopholes
There are a million solutions, a million reasons, a million symptoms, a million workarounds, so which one is the right one? Let's discuss.Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, weekly support calls, video replays and more. No auto-renewal or buttons to click to cancel. You get automaticall
246 - ADHD and the Curse of the Weekly Plan
How the hell do you plan and work toward long term goals when every day is filled with our "Oh I gotta" tasks?! Oh I gotta get groceries! Oh I gotta take my kid to his friend's house! So many things that we "gotta". When the hell is there time for my self-care, or my big vision?! Today I'm talking about a way to go after those bigger things that always seem to get pus
245 - ADHD and the Art of Showing Up
Let's have a chat about what it's like to show up, what it takes, what it's like to get support, and let's throw in a little bit of social media chatter. Mentioned in this episode: Lindsey's speech:https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/c/welcome/what-is-possible-at-adhdbb Join ADHDBBHave anything you'd like to share? A question you'd like to ask me (Russ), here ya go,
244 - ADHD, My Oppositional Nature, and MORNINGS!
I've been feeling massively oppositional lately. What can I do but be cool with myself about it...and ramble on about it on my pod! Also, we all want these picture perfect morning situations/rituals/habits. Let's talk about how to get one going, for real. Interested in the ADHD Big Brother Summer Camp for adults with ADHD? 8 weeks, one goal, async coaching during a hectic summer...5 spot
243 - ADHD and the Shame of 1000 Tries
In this episode, we address the unique struggle of building consistent habits when your past is littered with abandoned attempts. How do you do a thing that you know how to do, but you can't do? How can you start trusting yourself again? It starts with showing up, even though. Mentioned in this episode:https://www.speakpipe.com/ADHDBigBrother - Leave me a short voice mail. What is your name,
242 - Weekly Planning for ADHD: Overwhelmed, Exhausted Brain Edition
How many of us get an idea of how to manage our time and so we create a spreadsheet that blocks out every hour of every day... In this episode I'm going to appeal to you to try a simpler way of planning your week, with a focus on a few key areas. Mentioned in the episode:Book a free chat with Russ The books I mentioned:Stone of Farewell, Drop of Corruption, A Meditator's Guide to Buddhis
241 - ADHD and Tension
Adults with ADHD are "now" or "not now" people when it comes to doing a thing. Let's talk about what it takes to turn not now into now! Mentioned in this episode:Listen to myself and David Greenwood talk accountability on his awesome podcast "Overcoming Distractions". Here's the links to give it a listen:Overcoming Distractions on SpotifyOvercoming Distracti
240 - Visibility is the Answer
For adults with ADHD, try putting visibility on your troublesome tasks to make them more likely to happen. Visibility requires vulnerability, courage, and community. Let's discuss! Mentioned in this episode:Lindsey's speech after reaching 100 days in the ADHD Big Brother daily accountability club: https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/c/welcome/what-is-possible-at-adhdbbJoin ADHD Big Brother!
239 - Productivity for the Unpredictable ADHD Brain
You are a different person every single day, so let's talk about how that pairs with your ADHD, your depression, your anxiety....and doing stuff. Join ADHD Big Brother and let's have that free 1:1 coaching call to get you nudging down the mountain. - https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/checkout/adhd-big-brother-subscriptionThe YouTube Video I mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0XMgD
238 - How I Manage My ADHD; Productivity Edition
I do a lot of talking about what works, things to think about, things to try. In this episode I share some of who I used to be, better known as "what doesn't work" and also "what does work" for a 50 year old single dad solopreneur with ADHD and depression. Mentioned in this episode:Join ADHD Big BrotherContact RussCome experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! C
My Fixes For Excessive ADHD Brain Chatter
Is your inner voice as jerky as mine? I find it super helpful to process my plans out loud. Let's discuss! The other areas that help me when my brain is chattering too much:Nature And not just any nature. NEW nature. A place I haven't been before helps engage my brain and quiets my chatter.Meditation...Sometimes opening myself up to more chatter is the way to go. Meditation is nonstop ch
236 - ADHD Productivity vs. Self-care
We usually do one or the other. We are being productive and on the go, go, go...or we are in self-care mode and needing a break. Let's talk about this! I have opinions. I'd love to know yours. Mentioned in this episode: Book a free chat with Russ to apply for 1:1/Group coaching: click here. The Ready SET Go PDF - https://www.adhdbigbrother.com/readysetgoThe ADHD Toolbox Live event, Regis
235 - ADHD, Depression, and All That Shiddidoo
The theme for this episode should be "Wednesday is going to happen". No matter how we feel about life, the depression, the overwhelm, the joy or the sorrow...Wednesday is still going to happen. And I would like to help us put a lasso around it and be the one in control of it. Mentioned in this episode:Learn more and Join our membership community: https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/adhdbbBo
234 - ADHD and Depression: Understanding "I Can't"
This is a very timely episode. There are a couple of "I can't"s in my world. Exercise and meditating. Today I'll explain how that feels to me and what I'm doing about it. Summary of my "Plan it in Advance" challenge:1) Forget today. Set a timer for 10 minutes and plan the task for a specific time tomorrow.2) For me, this is meditate minimum of 2 minutes and goal
233 - How to Get Things Done When You're Depressed or Overwhelmed
This is timely for me. Having a low mood state doesn't eliminate the crap on my plate. Taking a break from my overwhelm and anxiety doesn't magically eliminate the items off my to do list that need to happen. Life keeps happening while I'm drowning, so let's talk about what we can do about it (after the rest, of course, if that's the order of the day). Want to get in on th
232 - ADHD Motivation: Is Novelty Friend or Foe?
Novelty is a hot topic for adults struggling with ADHD. We know it's a source of activation, so let's talk about what's good and bad about it! Mentioned in this podcast: Join the ADHDBB community - https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/adhdbbCheck out the card games I made: Goal Digger:https://www.thegamecrafter.com/games/goal-digger-the-long-term-goal-gameGoal Getter:https://www.thegame
231 - Why Can’t I Just Do It? The Life Cycle of an ADHD Task
What's the deal with tasks?! And why are they so hard to do sometimes?! Today we go through the life cycle of a task and what we, as adults with ADHD, must do to accomplish these often crappy things! Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, weekly support calls, video replays and more. No au
230 - ADHD, Depression, CBT, Mindset Shifts, and Productivity
Well I wanted to talk more about productivity but I clearly had some inner need to express my opinion about how crappy CBT is for my depression and getting things done. What to do when you don't love your brain, and you don't care about it's opinion of you, and you have stuff to do?! Let's discuss. Join ADHDBB and improve your time management, get shit done, and learn YOUR way
229 - ADHD + Depression - How I Weather My Storm
Today I am proving that you can be in a depressive episode and laugh at the same time. Going through a depressive episode sucks. In this episode I'm sharing what mine feels like currently and some of the strategies I'm using to get through it. Learn more about ADHDBB here - https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/adhdbbCome experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to
228 - ADHD Brain Fog
This is quite relevant to me right now. Been feeling extra foggy, so I'm sharing the things that I do to get myself activated and moving forward when the fog hits. Mentioned in the show:Join ADHDBB to take advantage of Conquering your Turd Mountain: https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/adhdbbThe Adulting with ADHD Podcast - Here's my guesting episode on Sarah's podcast. Super fun conver
227 - The ANY System Approach to ADHD
We all want a system. We all wish we had a perfect system so that we could achieve our New Year's resolutions. This episode is the truth burrito for you. Gobble it up! And then I'd like to discuss how we will make it actually happen for you! Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, week
226 - Resolutions and ADHD
First episode of 2026! Let's make sure we get our stuff squared away before all our big plans get forgotten into the abyss of all the resolutions we failed in the past! Don't forget to reach out and tell me how you capture ideas! Experience that judgment-free, shame-free support! Here's the link to reach outCome experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to
225 - Tension and the Desire for a System
Crappy tasks never feel right in the moment. There's always tension. I have some thoughts on that and a challenge for you! Mentioned in the podcast:My new webpage for the community! Check it out hereDr. Shane Calhoun on ADHDBBDr. Shane's Routines WorkshopEpisode 168 - Dr. Shane Talks ADHD and AddictionEpisode 147 - Dr. Shane Talks Dopamine, Serotonin, ADHD and DepressionCome experince AD
224 - Using Visibility To Get Stuff Done
ADHD = out of sight, out of mind. It also means that if nobody is watching then I will only be letting myself down if I don't do "the thing." Let's talk about using visibility to get stuff done! Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, weekly support calls, video replays and m
223 - Holidays and Those Extra To Dos
Today we cover some of my mental health stuff, some season depresso stuff, some community failure stuff, and how to do those extra holiday to do stuffs before it's too late! Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, weekly support calls, video replays and more. No auto-renewal or buttons to c
222 - The Internal Meltdown
Let's talk about how we are going to get stuff done when every fiber of my being is kicking and screaming about it. Gotta love that skull spaghetti! Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, weekly support calls, video replays and more. No auto-renewal or buttons to click to cancel. You get a
221 - My Personal Consistent vs. Persistent Malarky
Which side of the tracks are you on? I love the word consistent. It's my favorite! Send me an email and let's have a hardcore, heated, Thanksgiving-style, dysfunctional argument about it! Opus No. 1 hold music by Tim CarletonCome experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, weekly support calls,
220 - Why Is It So Hard To Do Stuff?!
Let's get back to some solo episodes and dig in to what it takes for us adults with ADHD to do stuff. I will tell you exactly what it takes for me to do important stuff. The struggle is real! Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, weekly support calls, video replays and more. No auto-renew
ADHD and Fitness with Lucy Cooke
Today we are talking about fitness. Why is it so dang hard for an ADHDer to be successful with diet and exercise?! Well, fitness pro Lucy Cooke is here to help us out! Lucy's Links:Lucy's Food Freedom Fix Program - use coupon code PODCAST for 20% offADHD and Fitness event at ADHD Big BrotherLucy's instagram @lucy_liftyourlifeThe time I guested on Lucy's podcast: The Not So Neur
218 - Bipolar Disorder and Invisible Challenge with Matteo Esposito
Great conversation with Matteo Esposito of Invisible Challenge this week. He educates us on bipolar disorder, treatment centers and he helps me understand what happens when you go to the treatment centers. This is my preferred method of learning. I want to hear from someone who lives it, has gone through it, and has a 1st person account of what goes on. Matteo's links:Main Invisible Challenge
217 - My ADHD Non-Negotiables
What are the main ingredients of the ADHD cake? The ones that are essential. Today I am sharing the two that are my non-negotiables. If you are interested in more free resources, head over to the main ADHD Big Brother website and enjoy! Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, weekly support call
216 - "Winging It' with ADHD
We ADHDers love to follow our whims and "wing it." If that's you, how is that going for you? Historically, that never ended well with me. Today I'm going to talk about how to move on from winging it...at least a little! Mentioned in this episode:The Time Magazine article "The Worst Things to Say to Someone with ADHD" Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for jus
What Is Alexithymia? Can Shame Be A Positive? Conversation With Shelby Nolan
Had a very enlightening and fun conversation with Shelby Nolan of A Divergent Lens Counseling this week. We learn more about alexithymia, the positive side of shame, and more! I really enjoyed our chat.Shelby Nolan Bio:works as a trauma therapist as a licensed professional counselor. She specializes in working with neurodivergent and queer folks, in particular. As a neurodivergent person herself,
214 - ADHD, Mindset, and Heartset
What kind of mindset do you have? Growth, or Fixed? Scarcity or Abundance? What's going on with this mind of ours and how it's set? Let's discuss! Mentioned in this episode:My article on substack: Heartset over MindsetFresh Perspective on Goals WorkshopCome experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, acco
213 - Depression, Suicidal Ideations, and Radical Acceptance with Dr. Laurie Bruce
Had a great time talking with Dr. Laurie Bruce this week about my old nemesis depression. We cover depression, suicidal ideations, and one of her DBT strategies of radical acceptance. This was a very helpful conversation for me, and I hope you get something out of it! Suicide Prevention Numbers:In the US - Dial 988you can also visit https://988lifeline.org/And here is a list of suicide hotlines in
Now vs. Not Now / Action vs. Motivation
Many of us know that action comes first and motivation follows. But what if that action is seemingly impossible?! Let's have a chat about that today. I've got some ideas on how to get started. Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, weekly support calls, video replays and more. No auto
211 - Running A Business, with Skye Waterson
Got a chance to have a great conversation with my friend, and master business coach for adults with ADHD, Skye Waterson! If you are an adult with ADHD who is running your own business, if you are solopreneuring, if you are looking for growth and revenue without burnout and overwhelm, Skye is your person! Here are the links to learn more:Unconventional Organisation homepageThe ADHD Skills Lab podca
210 - Getting Unstuck
Today is all about that one step that gets us out of being stuck in the mud. ADHD and Depression and Anxiety can all keep us stuck. Let's get on the other end of that today. Mentioned in the show:Insight Timer Anxiety MeditationComedian Sheng Wang Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, wee
209 - Expert Jordan Godbey Discusses Online Communities
Jordan Godbey is the master when it comes to online communities. This was a fantastic and enlightening conversation. His sawdust metaphor really opened me up to some possibilities with my own work!Mentioned in this episode: The Paid Community Blueprint, a 5-day mini-course + PDF that walks experts through:The 4 types of profitable paid communities (and which one fits their business)How to pick the
208 - Polyvagal Theory with Justin Sunseri
Really great conversation with Justin Sunseri of Stuck Not Broken. He is an expert on polyvagal theory and I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation. If you want to learn more about Justin, visit his website: www.stucknotbroken.comYou can also check out his books here:Stuck Not Broken Book 1: Trauma and the Polyvagal ParadigmStuck Not Broken Book 2: Building SafetyCome experince ADHD Big Brother for
207 - Exploring Therapy Options with Dr. Laurie Bruce
We want to get therapy...great! Which type of therapy should we get?! Oh my gosh the mental health landscape is a giant pain in the ass. Here's a substack article I wrote about it.I got to meet Dr. Laurie Bruce and she agreed to come on the show to talk about the various modalities. Hopefully that helps us make a better choice about the kind of therapy to seek. For more information on Dr. Lau
206 - ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Addiction and Mindfulness with Tina Schneider Ph.D.
Very excited to talk to one of the smartest folks out there on these subjects. Dr. Tina Schneider and I discussed ADHD, depression, anxiety, and got into a bit about addiction and the power of mindfulness to help with it all! Links mentioned in the podcast:Tina's Website: Monarch CounselingVote for Tina in the CBUS best of 2025: Here's the link to voteHere's a helpful article diving
205 - ADHD, 3C Activation, Bullying, with Brooke Schnittman
Had a fantastic conversation with expert coach Brooke Schnittman of Coaching with Brooke. She has a survey on her site if you are an adult with ADHD that has experienced bullying, and would like to help out. Here's the link to the survey. More links mentioned in the podcast:Brooke's About Me Page -She's been busy! Brooke's book "Activate Your ADHD Potential" And you c
204 - Support Systems For ADHDers - My Support Journey
The theme this month is about support. Support is mission critical for an adult with ADHD, that is my opinion, and the ways we can get support is vast! From the various therapies (CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR) to ADHD Coaching, to Communities, to our family and friends, to ourselves (how are we supporting ourselves!) This month I'll talk to experts in the supportive arts, and this episode I share a bi
203 - Depression Protocol
So that happened. "That" being a day when I sunk hard. Full hopelessness activated. But with it came an insight, and idea, and a challenge that I have brought into the community. Mentioned in the podcast: Skye Waterson's "Learn How To Maximize Your Time" workshop. Click here to learn moreCome experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that
202 - How I Handle Hyperfocus
Is hyperfocus a superpower? Is it a strength? It's definitely a great feeling. But it definitely creates chaos. It's wonderful if it matches up with my goals and values. But it's horrific if it pulls me from my life and relationships....Hmmmm. Is it a strength? Can it be harnessed? Where does hyperfocus sit with you? Mentioned in the podcast: Skye Waterson's FREE workshop on Ma
201 - ADHD Time Blindness - How To Not Be Late
This episode offers a solid suggestion on how to properly plan your time so that the effects of time blindness can't touch you! It's a great way...not THE way, there is no THE way...it's A way, and it works if you do the work to work it! Gotta work the work. What does it take for you, with your ADHD skull spaghetti, to do the work...Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for ju
200 - How Do You Prioritize? We Got Options
So you got your calendar in order, and it's true? Congrats! If not, listen to episode 199. But now you know how to schedule time in your day. What do you put in those time blocks? What's important. Perhaps you've got weekly buckets that you want to choose important items from, you can get Antonia Bowring's ebook "ADHD Success Planner" .Perhaps you want a system for de
199 - ADHD Time Management: Your Calendar
This month we are conquering time! And it all begins with you calendar. Let's roll up our sleeves and get to work mastering our time management. In this episode, I mention Turd Mountain. I have an entire episode dedicated to it: Listen to episode 92 Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, w
198 - ADHD Community Challenges
This is the final episode of June, where we reflect on my takeaways on community and challenges that we have done this month. Next month we'll tackle a new theme, so stay tuned! Mentioned in this episode: the substack articleCome experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, weekly support calls, vide
197 - Carrie Melissa Jones on Building Communities
What an awesome opportunity to talk to the great Carrie Melissa Jones! Bio below, as well as her links from this episode. We covered what makes a good community, what IS a community, what ISN'T a community and some things to think about when you are building your own. Carrie's Website: www.carriemelissajones.comCarrie's Community: www.carriemelissajones.com/communityBuy Carrie'
196 - ADHD and Collective Insights
This month we have the theme of "Community" and one of the most profound elements of an engaged ADHD community is collective insights; many ideas to get on the other end of particular ADHD struggles. I can talk all day long about it. Mentioned in the podcast:If you are in need of getting on the other end of your clusterf*ck of a time management system, click here. Come experince ADHD Big
195 - ADHD Community
Community is a powerful tool for adults with ADHD. This is how we get the consistency to keep moving our needle forward on our goals. This is how we get our sh*t together....TOGETHER! Here's the link to the Accountability Workshop Replay in our community. Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountabil
194 - Conversation with Chief ADHD Wise Squirrel, Dave Delaney
Got a great opportunity to talk with the wisest of the wise squirrels, Dave Delaney. Here are his links to socials and website, but I highly encourage playing around on his website as there are plenty of resources and places to connect with him. Website: https://wisesquirrels.com/ADHD Wise Squirrels Podcast: https://wisesquirrels.com/podcastDave's Events: https://wisesquirrels.com/eventsDave&
193 - ADHD and Productivity Month: External Accountability
Want to successfully manage your ADHD? Step 1 - Learn time managementStep 2 - Learn how to do the thing when you said you were going to do them. (Insert my podcast episode on externalizing accountability, how to do it, where to do it, who to do it with.)Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, we
ADHD and Productivity with Dr. Ari Tuckman
Heck yea, I got the opportunity to speak with THE Dr. Ari Tuckman on the show this week and I learned so much, not only about productivity, but I personally took away great nuggets about being a helper in the ADHD world. He's a true master. We are talking about his new book, "The ADHD Productivity Manual" and productivity in general for us adults with ADHD. Available in paperback o
191 - ADHD and Productivity - The First Thing You Need To Be Productive
I am so excited to kick off our themed month of productivity. This is a topic near and dear to my heart. I love talking about how ADHDers can be productive. Here are the links mentioned in the show:Join ADHD Big Brother - the ultimate, award winning ADHD CommunityThe Russell Barkley YouTube Video I mentioned. Very informative!! It tracks with my experience with ADHD. How about you? Skye Waterson
190 - My ADHD Decluttering Wins: Lessons Learned Before We Tackle Productivity
Sharing some insights and tips from our month on Organization and declutter for us adults with ADHD! Here are the links to things I mentioned in the podcast:I said I'd do it, so I gotta do it, and this is me externalizing my accountability to ensure I create a free webinar for you on accountability! Click here to RSVP!Book your free 30 minute zoom chat with RussIf you have an iphone, you can
189 - Clearing Out The Mental Clutter
We've been getting organized this month, and today I wanted to talk about how I work on decluttering my brain! From the disorganized mental mess of to-do's to the ruminating nonsense of my RSD...let's discuss. Mentioned in the podcast:Take Antonia's Survey! Antonia Bowring is writing a new book, and YOU can help! The book is entitled "Leading with ADHD: The Profound, Pract
188 - ADHD Organizing, Our Nervous System, And More with Megs Crawford
Megs is back! Megs Crawford is the host of the Organizing an ADHD Brain podcast, professional organizer, and coach. She has dedicated her career to empowering women to understand their unique brains and create a more organized and peaceful life. She is phenomenal, and today she is talking with me about the emotional side of organizing with some great insights about our nervous system. Give a liste
187 - ADHD Organization and Decluttering - Let The Cleaning....BEGIN!
This month we are all about organizing and decluttering! Who's in? Let's get decluttered together! Mentioned in this episode:Megs organization concepts workshopMegs Declutter EventLearn more about Megs Crawford, her own community, and ways she can help you!Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accou
186 - Tina Mathams talks ADHD and Finances Pt. 2
We discuss impulsive spending, solopreneurship, and Tina helps me figure out my own next steps on my financial journey. Tina Mathams is always amazing and her knowledge of finances is top shelf! Tina Matham Links:Tina's WebsitePre-order her book "ADHD Money" on AmazonGet Tina's Google Sheet TemplatesHer Instagram: @theadhdaccountantAnd here's her linktree with all her othe
185 - How To Do The Sucky Stuff
If you have read all the books, listened to the podcasts, watched the YouTube videos, and taken the courses, and you still aren't doing the work...here ya go. Do this. Then do it again. Then do it again. Then do it again. Then....Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, weekly support calls,
184 - ADHD, Finances, Time-Management, and Solopreneurship with Carolyne Whelan
Super excited to get to talk with writing coach Carolyne Whelan on this episode. If you are new to Carolyne, see her bio information below. And yes, I butchered her last name even though I heard her say it! My brain is fun. Carolyne has forgiven me for my flub...you should, too! :) Here are the links mentioned in the show! Carolyne's Website: www.carolynewhelan.comCarolynes freebie mentioned
183 - ADHD Money and Finances - Learning or Doing?
If you haven't listened to last week's episode with the amazing Tina Mathams, that's a great starting point to the conversation this month about finances. We going deeper than "what's your budget software/app". This week let's talk about the assignment she gave us and dig into the differences between learning, and doing. And please, please, please, send me your
182 - ADHD and Money with Tina Mathams
This month we are all about the finances! Today's guest is the PERFECT person to kick it off for us. Tina's Bio:Tina Mathams is an accountant, ADHD financial educator, author and host of the ADHD Money and Finance podcast. After discovering her own ADHD, she combined her expertise with her lived experience to help neurodivergent individuals manage their finances. Through her online platf
181 - A Reflection on Routines Month
The most profound aspect of this month's focus on routines has been the implementation of a morning and an evening routine. How did you do? Have you been following along? Have you taken a thwack at these crucial routines for adults with ADHD? If not, I challenge you this week to attempt a "this" (You'll know when you listen to the episode)Mentioned in the podcast:Dr. Shane Calh
180 - "Hacking Your ADHD" Podcast Host, William Curb, Talks Routines and More
What a wonderful conversation with the one and only William Curb of the top ADHD podcast "Hacking Your ADHD". We cover his time as a professional frisbee manager, his podcast, grabber-reach tools, routines and much more! William's Links:Hacking Your ADHD WebsiteGet his newsletter "Any and All Distractions" Follow him on Blue SkySubscribe to his YouTube Channel@hackingyoura
179 - ADHD and Routines - Pt 2
We are continuing the month talking about routines! Here are a couple of suggestions on ways to build routines for all you adults with ADHD! Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, weekly support calls, video replays and more. No auto-renewal or buttons to click to cancel. You get automatically
178 - ADHD and the Morning and Evening Routine
January was about the big goals!February is all about the routines to get there!It all begins with the morning and evening routine. How are yours? What are yours? Mentioned in this episode:The Megs Crawford EpisodeCome experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, weekly support calls, video replays and mo
177 - The Wheel of Life!
Let's finish the goal setting, big picture, January situation with a talk about the Wheel of Life. If the 10 days for $10 is still happening, you can find it down below.... come see what award winning ADHD support looks like! Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, weekly support calls, vid
176 - How To Chunk Down That Big Goal
We made a big goal! Now what? Chunk it downOk, but how?Chunkercize it!That makes no sense. Let's explore how an ADHD person, with a tornado of thoughts, can break a goal down and successfully forward on it. Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, weekly support calls, video replays and more
175 - A Not Very January Update - LA Fires
January is supposed to be about setting big goals, and setting our year up right. I am unfortunately not able to put out an episode about goal setting when the fires are burning out here. Mentioned in the episode, ways to help:Baby2Baby World Central KitchenLAUSD Education Emergency Relief FundApply for disaster assistance*********************************Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days
174 - Alan P. Brown Teaches Us Goal Setting For ADHD
What a great way to kick of 2025 - a productive conversation with one of ADHD's finest: Alan P. Brown. He's here to teach us some awesome big yearly goal strategies. I have already begun implementing what he talked about on the podcast. Mentioned in the podcast: Freebie: www.addcrusher.com/25easyVisit www.ADDCrusher.com for more about AlanEmail Alan: abrown(at)addcrusher.comIf you wish
173 - End of Year Reflection, Future Projection, And a Tribute to Stephanie!
It's the end of the year! Let's talk about what happened and what's to come, and I am going to read a speech and honor one of our awesome community members who has achieved the unthinkable with ADHD! Have a listen! Come experince ADHD Big Brother for 10 days for just $10! Complete access to all that ADHDBB has to offer; body doubling rooms, accountability, weekly support calls, vide
172 - Taskfirmations and Being Cool With Yourself
Happy Holidays! What's a taskfirmation, you ask? It's a made up word is helping me on my journey to that glorious affirmation of "I love myself" or "I am worthy of love" or "I am capable of doing difficult things"Mentioned in the podcast: Take this short, anonymous, 5-7 minute long survey to help me help you in 2025! Here's the link to take the surveyCo
