The NBD Podcast: Recent Episodes
Kristina
The NBD Podcast is a mental health podcast discussing all things mental health and more specifically the ins and outs of being neurodivergent with ADHD. Come along with me as I brain dump all of the knowledge I've been collecting and learning to help us all have access to better mental health and a life that is NBD.
This is a very vulnerable one as I unpack my latest risk in life: Publishing a Book. It's not easy putting yourself out there in any form (podcasting, social media, art, writing, starting a business, etc.) so when you are met with a less than enthusiastic welcome it can send you into a tailspin (especially as an ADHDer with RSD). This is a tale of just that. It's not meant to shame anyone who didn't give me spectacular feedback or who sent in feedback at all, it's simply a telling of my mental health journey through the process of taking a BIG risk.
I hope you enjoy this episode and that it gives you a little insight into an aspect of putting yourself out there that people don't always genuinely talk about until they are super successful. But also, I hope that you leave wanting to support those around you a little more as we all journey through this life.
On this episode we are chatting all things angel energy and tarot with Andrew Barker. Learn how tarot can help you find your path on your way to achieving your goals and tackling those big dreams. Also, don't mind us as we discuss a little Taylor Swift along the way.
About Andrew:
Andrew is a Psychic Medium, Tarot Card Reader, and Content Creator who works to make Angel and Unicorn Energy accessible to people. Through his style of reading he refers to as “Love, Light, and F-Bombs”, he brings the world of Angels, Spirit Guides, and Unicorns down to earth. Andrew lives in Washington, DC and when he isn’t slinging cards, and sometimes while he is, he is listening to Taylor Swift. You can find him on Instagram at @tarotwithandrew and at www.tarotwithandrew.com.
Also, if you feel so inclined, please check out my new novel Forever London. You can purchase it on any of the websites below:
Stardust Publishing
Barnes and Noble
Amazon
Bookshop.org
On this episode we are talking about impulsivity and delayed gratification. But not in the way you might have heard it before. We are chatting about the pros and cons of delayed gratification and how to use it as a tool for decision making while not letting it spoil all your fun.
Also, if you feel so inclined, please check out my new novel Forever London. You can purchase it on any of the websites below:
Stardust Publishing
Barnes and Noble
Amazon
Bookshop.org
On this episode we are talking with Monica Fay about clutter, the mind, and what we can learn about ourselves through decluttering.
Monica’s Bio: Monica Fay is a Professional Organizer and a leading expert on the mental processes behind decluttering space and mind. She is a TEDx speaker, former magazine editor-in-chief, and her work has been featured on CBS, NBC, ABC, Apartment Therapy, Better Homes & Gardens, Mantra Wellness Magazine and iHeartRadio. She is the Founder of Organizer Accelerator- a community and curriculum for thousands of professional organizers from over 70 countries. She has spoken to brands such as Hyatt, Airbnb, and Scripps. Her mission is to teach people to think differently about the connection between mental wellness and physical mess.
Connect with Monica on Instagram: @msmonicafay
Grab Monica’s free declutter framework ebook at: www.thebigletgo.com
On this episode we are chatting about how to invest in your learning, health, and enjoyment of life as well as giving you tangible questions to ask yourself when navigating how to invest your resources wisely.
On this episode we are chatting all things money with Certified Financial Therapist and Coach Lindsey Konchar. We talk about her shame-free approach to teaching women how to take control of their lives by taking control of their finances. There will be some hot takes here so buckle up and get ready to feel something.
Connect with Lindsey:
Instagram: @copingwithlindsey https://www.instagram.com/copingwithlindsey/
Episode mentioned here: Episode 72: I’ve Got 99 Coping Skills and Being a B**ch Ain’t One with Lindsey Konchar
On this episode we are chatting about our "healing girl summer" or the summer of inner child healing. I'll break down my takeaways from The Eras Tour and seeing the Barbie Movie, as well as, talk a little about what it looks like to heal my inner child a bit this summer and the benefits in doing so.
Today's episode is a GOOD one. We are chatting with dating expert Kenna Renee about dating in today's society. We chat about all things dating, meeting someone and determining if they are a good fit, and red flags! Whether you are single and dating or even happily coupled, you will enjoy this conversation.
About Kenna
Kenna Renee is a trailblazer for modern love. In a time where dating has completely changed, Kenna simplifies it with a human behavior approach, helping men and women attract the healthy thriving partner they’ve been waiting for!
Connect with Kenna:
Instagram: @thekennarenee
Dating without the BS: https://open.spotify.com/show/15659MXdKqcy7RxGW5IwJf
Maybe you are one of those mantra-truthers who swear by the mantra "its a bad moment not a bad day" and can turn any dark cloud into a sunny sky...or maybe you're like me and you need the reminder that leaning into your bad days is the only way to go and find the sunny sky on the other side.
Today's quick episode is all about giving yourself permission to embrace that bad day when need be.
Today's episode might feel familiar and that's because we originally talked about supporting your ADHD partner on Episode 44 about 1.5 years ago! 90 episodes later and we are talking about all the things I've learned about supporting my ADHD partner and being supported as an ADHD partner over over the past 1.5 years. You'll get tangible tips and tricks on 7 different conflict areas that pop up reguarly for those with ADHD.
Other episodes mentioned:
Episode 44- So You Have a Partner with ADHD
Episode 39- Let's Talk About Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria
Episode 130- [ADHD] Sensory Overload aka Overstimulation
On this episode we chat with Marie Ng, the founder and creator of Llama Life- a productivity tool that every ADHDer should check out. We talk about career pivots, Marie's ADHD journey, how Llama Life came to be and so much more.
Make sure you check out Llama Life for yourself!
Llama Life Website: llamalife.co
Llama Life Instagram: @llamalife.co
Marie's Instagram: @threehourcoffee
Marie's Bio
Marie is the founder of Llama Life - a tool designed to help our community have calm, focused productivity. After working in advertising in New York City, Marie taught herself to code by watching YouTube videos, then built and bootstrapped Llama Life as a solo founder to 700 paying customers. It has since raised a pre-seed round from high-profile investor, Jason Calacanis, and is now a team of three.
Marie was diagnosed with ADHD later in life, and talks honestly and openly about her ADHD journey, how she's pivoted her career multiple times to work for her brain, and about her productivity struggles as well as tips.
On this episode we are exploring the world of fun through a discussion on why sometimes adding more fun into our lives can be rather difficult, how to prioritize fun, and some of the benefits of fun. This episode is for you whether you have ADHD or not...because let's be honest, we could all use a little more fun in life.
Also... I apologize for only being able to talk about Barbie and Taylor Swift... what can I say, it's their world and we are all just living in it.
On this episode we are breaking down some barriers around taking care of yourself through nutrition and movement all through the lens of ADHD with Ashley O'Connor.
Ashley is a registered nurse turned health and fitness coach on a mission to bridge the gap between dieting and intuitive eating by simplifying the pursuit of wellness. Her programs enable her clients to build lean muscle and feel at home in their bodies without restriction, deprivation, or punishment.
She is also the host of The Ashley O Show podcast, which aims to challenge our definition of “health” and showcases unfiltered and unapologetic conversations about building STRONGER lives, careers, bodies and minds.
Ashley, her husband, 2 friends, and 2 dogs are currently living as digital nomads, traveling the country living in new locations every few months.
Check out her podcast The Ashley O Show here: https://ashleyoshow.buzzsprout.com
Follow her on Instagram: @ashleyoshow
2 sisters + (NYC x Dominican) Bred = Vibes + Bops
Tune into season 1 for talks on code-switching, boundaries, caregiving, shadow work + more
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
In this episode, as voted on by the Instagram community, we break down all things Sensory Overload aka Overstimulation:
1) What it is.
2) Who can be impacted by it.
3) The symptoms and causes of it.
4) How to lessen the effects of it.
As always, make sure to follow the podcast on Instagram: @thenbdlife
Today's episode is all about finding your community. We are joined by Kelly Bluth aka an amazing human to chat about how to find community, how to let go of communities, and why you need to find your own community.
Who is Kelly?
Kelly is a constantly evolving woman who is deeply passionate and goal driven. Service to others has always been her life's mission and what makes her heart feel full. She has been an elementary school educator for 10 years. Kelly is now a fully certified holistic nutritionist and is working becoming a certified personal trainer. She is passionate about gut health and healing, after learning how to heal her gut holistically. One of her missions is to support women in doing the same. Kelly is also the host of the Listening to Your Gut podcast, where she focuses on both the literal and figurative meaning of the phrase.
Kelly is also passionate about connecting with like-minded women who support and encourage each other to dream big and pursue the thing(s) pulling at their heartstrings. Thus the Ambitious Women Society was born in November of 2022. Co-created with her friend, Sam Virga, the two host free, weekly Zoom meetings to allow women to network and set aside time to put in work towards their dreams. This free community is open to anyone women who feels called to join.
Connect with Kelly via email at kellybholisticwellness@gmail.com OR on Instagram @kelly_bluth
This episode was a wild ride to get edited and uploaded, but here we are! In this episode we are chatting with Sam Virga (@ellevateherself) about how she saw a need for a missed group of women and took action to help fill that need.
Sam is a teacher and Community Builder. She is the owner and founder of ELLevate Herself which helps women achieve their goals with its quarterly action kits and continous community.
What are ELLevate Herself Action Kits?
Think of it like FabFitFun + your favorite motivational PODCAST came together to have a baby!
Each month you'll receive a new action kit in the mail filled with empowering items, exclusive offers, coupons, book recommendations and so much more to COMPLIMENT the corresponding LIVE workshop topic for the subscription box that you have a hand in choosing!
Check out her Action Kits and get on the waitlist for the kit described in today's episode here: https://subscribepage.io/WPI9z6
Today's episode is a candid conversation about what it's like to attend an event with ADHD. I recently attended a live podcast event where I thought I would know only one other person in the audience...which would usually send me into a panic attack and I would cancel or skip the event. However, these days, knowing what I know now, I've learned how to navigate these events a little better. This episode covers the event and the skills I've started using to enjoy myself a little more at events like this.
This episode is short and sweet as we discuss 3 things to ask yourself when those anxious thoughts start to creep up on you.
Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thenbdlife
This episode is all about creativity! We discuss
- What creativity is
- Why we find oursevles with less space to be creative
- The benefits of creativity on our mental health
- How to incorporate in more time and space to be creative
As always, if you like this episode leave a review or tell me about your takeaways over on Instagram: @thenbdlife
On this episode we are talking about shaking off the 'shoulds', embracing your inner child to find joy again, and treating life like one big experiment in order for you to start living a life that feels good again!
Meet Today's Guest: Gaia Broda
Gaia shows you how to create long-term natural solutions for your ADHD so you can say, 'Adios ADHD symptoms!' & lead every day with intention.
Instagram: @adhdwellnessco
How to find Gaia & ways to Work with her: https://linktr.ee/gaiabrodacoaching
Join Gaia's FREE Weekly Show & LIVE Q&A, "Claim Your Power: Uncover your innate power & build the confidence to go after what you truly want in life." Happens every Thursday, get FREE access as part of the Email Community, join here & get my free Dopamine Detox training:
http://bit.ly/dopaminedetoxtraining
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRb-GsgnwEV7riSiQhhuFyA
On this episode we are chatting with Haley McMillan about how to overcome your fears around getting creative and putting yourself out there, how Haley balances all of her creative processes and mom life, and how to create boundaries when it comes to your passion projects.
About Our Guest: Haley is a published author and sought-after artist / illustrator. She encourages everyone she meets to enjoy the process of creating, whatever that looks like for them. Haley lives in the Houston, Texas area with her husband and two young daughters.
Connect with Haley here: www.haleymcmillan.com
Follow Haley on Instagram: @haley.McMillan.creative.studio
Buy The Hearts We Keep on Amazon <<<< WORTH IT.
Today we are talking about how it's okay to change your mental health treatments (medicines, exercise, etc.) and why I'm doing just that.
Disclaimer: Before making any changes to your medications, please consult with your doctor. This should not be construed as medical advice or personal advice but is the story of my personal journey.
Even if you aren't into gardening, you are sure to get something out of this episode! It's gardening season which means I start and end more days in my garden. There is no better place to get inspired than outside with your hands dirty. This episode includes 4 wonderful lessons I've learned from working in my garden over the past couple of years. These lessons aren't exclusive to being outside though. If you are starting a business, a hobby, a new job, or chasing after some big dreams, you can carry these 4 lessons into each of these things!
On this episode you will learn all about the two types of focus, how each type of focus can help you or create issues in your life, and how to determine if it's time to change your focus.
Welcome back to the NBD Podcast. After a few months hiatus Kristina is back and switching things up. On this episode you'll learn the importance of being intentional with your life and the difference between finite and infinite goals, and you'll hear all about why you need to start giving yourself permission to go after those things you really want.
As always, if you like this episode leave the podcast a nice little 5-star review and let Kristina know on Instagram: @thenbdlife
Hey NBDer!
If you are anything like me and the thought of self-improvement to have "more freedom" literally makes you feel icky... well this episode is for you. We are learning all about what self-acceptance and self-improvement actually mean, the importance of balancing the two and how to go about it!
As always follow the podcast on Instagram- @thenbdlife
Hey ADHDer!
Today's episode is all about the issues that come along with ADHD and getting to know yourself.
We are chatting about how ADHD and society cause issues with knowing who you are, what kind of issues come along with struggling to figure out who you are, and 4 ways you can start to learn more about yourself.
As always, follow the podcast on Instagram @thenbdlife.
Hey NBDer!
You ever feel like something is missing from your day but you just don't know what it is? Are you feeling constantly stressed out and just craving something more out of life? Are your go to tv shows and doom scrolling just not having the same effect as they normally do?
Well... I've got the solution for you... it's called FUN! Yep, you read that right... if you are feeling constantly stressed out and like life has lost all of its meaning, then you need to add a little more fun into your life and this episode is all about that!
Hey NBDer!
Today's episode sounds dramatic but I promise it's not that dramatic. We are just chatting about how you might want to slow your roll on the Personal Development content because it's causing you unnecessary stress and anxiety in your life (which can cause death) and is making you unhappy (which also can cause death).
:) Enjoy!
Hey NBDer!
Surprise! It's an extra episode for your week! This quick and short episode is all about the things I am leaving behind in 2022 which includes:
1) Obsessing over titles, labels, and niches
2) Letting people sell me stuff using FOMO manipulation
3) Keeping Friends for the sake of having friends
4) Putting in more effort than needed
Let's make 2023 more enjoyable for ourselves and let go of the things that made 2022 a little harder than we wanted it to be.
Hey ADHDer and NBDers!
Today's episode is all about ADHD and Independence. As people with ADHD we might struggle with being independent adults for the first few years of our adulthood... but then something ahppens and we struggle with being too independent.
No matter what part of that spectrum you fall on today's episode explains our need for independence and how you can get some more independence in your life if you are struggling to find it.
Welcome back NBDers! It's been a hot minute since we've had an episode and today we are chatting all about why.
I want to apologize in advanced... this episode is mainly me rambling about the last 2.5 months and my life realizations but I hope you can find the little nuggets in there to make your life a little more NBD.
Hey ADHDer!
Have you heard a lot about the Gut-Brain conncection? Well this episode is breaking down what that is and if there's any correlation to ADHD and gut health!
Check it out!
Here are some articles to check out as well:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7830868/
https://www.henryford.com/blog/2022/05/adhd-gut-microbiome-link
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/2329048X18786799
As always, check out the podcast on Instagram: @thenbdlife
Hey ADHDer!
Are you always late to things? Do you constantly miss deadlines? Do you say "I'm only going to do this for 30 minutes" at 6pm and then look at the clock after what feels like 30 minutes only to realize that it's now midnight? Well if you answered yes to these questions, you just might have time blindness. Listen to this episode to hear more about what time blindness is, how it impacts our day to day lives, and some ways you can combat it.
As always follow the podcast on Instagram for more: @thenbdlife
Hey ADHDer!
On this episode we are chatting about the five things that can make you have an ADHD bad day, what causes these things, and how to help mitigate the damage these bad days can have on your mental health.
As always follow the podcast on Instagram @thenbdlife
Hey ADHDer!
Today's episode is all about the ADHD identity crisis... not sure what that means?
Well an identity crisis is a period of uncertainty and confusion in which a person's sense of identity becomes insecure, typically due to a change in their expected aims or role in society. And I believe ADHDers go through an identity crisis later in the life due to three reasons:
1) We have always been given negative feedback about who we are and feel lost later in life because we are tired of being the opposite of who we actually are;
2) We like to try on a whole bunch of identities through hobbies and then feel bad (or others make us feel bad) when the hobby dopamine wears off and we no longer like it; and
3) We have always been people pleasers and never learned what we actually like because we spent all our time doing what everyone else likes instead.
Eventually we hate all of these things and sort of go through an identity crisis when we have to figure out how to function in a society that hasn't really let us function in it.
Listen to today's episode for more!
If you want to know more about all the different sort of "personality tests" i mentioned check them out here:
Astrology: https://www.astrosofa.com/horoscope/ascendant
Myers-Briggs: https://www.16personalities.com/
Enneagram: https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test
Human Design: https://www.myhumandesign.com/get-your-chart/
As always you can follow the podcast on Instagram @thenbdlife
Hey ADHDer!
October is ADHD Awareness Month and now before you roll your eyes at that, listen to today's episode to find out 3 reasons why ADHD Awareness Month is important!
As always follow the podcast on Instagram: @thenbdlife
:) Have a great day!
Hey ADHDer!
If you've ever been told "you're too negative" or to "look on the brightside" when something bad happens OR if you've ever struggled with negative thoughts and wanted to know why... this is the episode for you!
On this episode:
1) We are breaking down why we tend to think and dwell on the negative things that happen to us over the positive ones;
2) How negative thoughts helps and hinder us;
3) What Toxic Positivity looks like;
4) How being positive all the time can impact us; and
5) How to balance the negative in life with the positive in life.
Also, if you are interested in the book we chat about in this episode here's a link to purchase it on Amazon:
Toxic Positivity: Keeping it Real in a World Obsessed with Being Happy by Whitney Goodman
As always, you can follow the podcast and help choose our Friday topics over on Instagram: @themndlife
Holistic Life Navigation
This podcast explores how to heal stress & trauma holistically. I am your host, Luis...
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
Hey ADHDer!
Today's episode is full of spunk, talks about dreams, and a discussion about how you can take your struggles and turn them into success stories.
Want to hear more about the ADHD middle place? Well tune in and listen to Jordan Elizabeth Gelber's amazing journey from struggling student to corporate worker to actress and 2x entrepreneur.
Jordan's Bio:
Jordan Elizabeth Gelber is a New York Based Actress, 2x Entrepreneur, and Content Creator. She uses her voice and platforms to empower others to create their pathway to success and unabashedly follow their dreams. Over the years, she has used turned her struggles with ADHD and PTSD into her superpowers for success. Her dream in life has always been to build to bridge the gap between creative aspirations and business strategies. This mindset has helped her build her 360 Marketing & Development Agency, Starbaby, and her 2-sided Marketplace & Streaming Platform, Aperteur.
Jordan's Instagram: @jordie_starbaby
Jordan's Websites:
www.starbabyenterprises.com
www.aperteur.tv
www.jordanelizabethgelber.com
Hey ADHDer!
You've probably heard this phrase by now in your ADHD journey: "chasing the dopamine." But what does that mean??? Well this is the episode for you! On this episode we are breaking down what chasing the dopamine means, how it shows up in your ADHD journey, and how you can manage the journey so you don't end up broke while chasing that dopamine!
Hey ADHDer!
Let's take a second and calm our nervous system today with special guest Bria Wannamaker. On today's episode we are chatting with Bria all about her workshop on calming your nerves, why sitting in stillness, journaling, and getting in tune with your body helps you in the long run, and getting comfortable with change.
This is a great episode that you don't want to miss out on!
Bria is a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario, Canada. She specializes in the mind-body connection, self-care, and boundaries. She started her first entrepreneurial endeavor with her side hustle as a Personal Trainer and is now focusing solely on her work in psychotherapy, workshop creation, and hosting The Better Bodies Podcast.
If you are interested in Bria's workshop visit her website to sign up: briawannamaker.com
Follow Bria on Instagram: @bria.wannamaker
Hey ADHDer!
Do you struggle to get organized and stay organized? If yes, you aren't alone! On this episode we are breaking down why ADHDers struggle with getting organized, the benefits of being organized, and I'm giving you tips to help get your home/workspace organized and keep your time organized!
As always, follow the podcast on instagram @thenbdlife
And remember life with ADHD should be NBD.
Hey ADHDer!
Trina Hayes (@myladyadhd) is BACK and today we are talking about:
- Her 28 different job titles in 20 years;
- Why ADHDers are more likely to jump jobs and why that might be start;
- How to navigate when maybe you should switch jobs; AND
- Trina and Jesse's Working with ADHD Webinar on Oct 8-9.
Sign up for the workshop here: https://workingwithadhd.com/Follow Trina on Instagram here:@myladyadhd
Smells Like Humans
Like spending time with funny friends talking about curious human behavior.
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
Saucy Sibz
Siblings, Nicodemus & Francesca Piazza recap their ridiculous antics of the week.
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
Hey ADHDer!
IT'S EPISODE 100!!! CUE THE HAPPY TEARS!!! Today we are unpacking the 10 things I've learned on this wild ADHD journey:
1) ADHD isn't one size fits all
2) It's on me to learn to work with my ADHD
3) Haters gonna hate
4) I'm still me
5) The "bad parts of ADHD" can actually be strengths
6) The ADHD community is amazing
7) It's okay if things don't work as planned
8) What works in one seasons doesn't work in the next
9) It's okay to just be okay
10) My ADHD makes me a better person
Head on over to the instagram page: @thenbdlife to share things you've learned on your ADHD journey!
Hey ADHDer!
Today's episode is all about the things you might want to consider incorporating into your life to help you manage your ADHD. Some of these will be things that you've probably heard over and over again- but here we are breaking down the exact WHY behind each one.
So check it out and let me know how you liked this episode over on Instagram- @thenbdlife
Grab your copy of The Daily Check-In today: CLICK HERE
*If you’ve ever struggled to keep up a morning or evening routine because you just have some sluggish days that derail your routine this is the guide for you! The Daily Check-In is a workbook geared towards helping you build a daily routine that works with your brain and energy levels instead of against them. This guide is geared towards the ADHD mind but even if you don’t have ADHD you can use this book to help you build a more sustainable daily routine!
The workbook includes 15 pages to help you build your routines and 30 days of fillable worksheets that help the user figure out how to tackle their daily routine.*
Smells Like Humans
Like spending time with funny friends talking about curious human behavior.
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
Hey ADHDer!
Are you someone who likes to jump from hobby to hobby? Well this episode is for you! We are discussing the concept of hobby hopping with ADHD, the good and bad things that comes with Hobby Hopping and some ways you overcome the bad parts of switching hobbies so often.
As always, you can follow the podcast on Instagram: @thenbdlife
Hey ADHDer!
Today we are talking all about the dark side of ADHD... and no I don't mean that we are going to hyperfixate on the all the bad things about ADHD. That could be really depressing if we did! We are chatting all about how to find balance between the chaos that ADHD can have on your life if you don't know you have ADHD or aren't working on managing it, AND the chaos that over-managing your symptoms and trying to autocorrect your behaviors.
I hope you enjoy this episode! As always leave me feedback on Instagram: @thenbdlife.
Hey ADHDer!
On today's episode we are discussing why i hate doing my laundry, how executive functioning impacts our ability to get chores done, and some techniques and tips you can use to getting your least favorite chores done!
As always- follow the podcast on Instagram @thenbdlife
Grab your copy of The Daily Check-In today: CLICK HERE
*If you’ve ever struggled to keep up a morning or evening routine because you just have some sluggish days that derail your routine this is the guide for you! The Daily Check-In is a workbook geared towards helping you build a daily routine that works with your brain and energy levels instead of against them. This guide is geared towards the ADHD mind but even if you don’t have ADHD you can use this book to help you build a more sustainable daily routine!
The workbook includes 15 pages to help you build your routines and 30 days of fillable worksheets that help the user figure out how to tackle their daily routi*
Hey ADHDer and Friends!
Today's episode is all about resiliency and the TWO lessons I've learned about being resilient from an unlikely source- my garden! If you didn't know, a few weeks ago my neighborhood got hit by quite the storm which means my garden got TRASHED! But now it's thriving again and teaching us all about what it takes to bounce back.
Make sure you rate and review this episode if you liked it!
As always, you can follow the podcast on Instagram @thenbdlife
Hey ADHDer!
If you've ever thrown a temper-tantrum... or wanted to... you aren't alone! On today's episode we are chatting about why ADHDers struggle with transitions so much! This episode describes three different levels of transitions and tips on how to navigate each of those transitions!
As always- follow the podcast on Instagram @thenbdlife
Grab your copy of The Daily Check-In today: CLICK HERE
*If you’ve ever struggled to keep up a morning or evening routine because you just have some sluggish days that derail your routine this is the guide for you! The Daily Check-In is a workbook geared towards helping you build a daily routine that works with your brain and energy levels instead of against them. This guide is geared towards the ADHD mind but even if you don’t have ADHD you can use this book to help you build a more sustainable daily routine!
The workbook includes 15 pages to help you build your routines and 30 days of fillable worksheets that help the user figure out how to tackle their daily routine.*
Hey ADHDer!
Today we are chatting about the tumultuous relationship between ADHD and Food. From the why/how ADHDers struggle with eating and food in general to 4 easy tips to help you heal and better your relationship with food, you'll leave this episode feeling empowered to go forth and work on that relationship!
As always follow the podcast on Instagram @thenbdlife
Hey ADHDer!
Today's episode is all about ADHD coaching and executive functioning! If you've ever wondered about what you should look for in a coach you'll find answers here!
Today's guest is ADHD coach Juliana Hock! Here's her bio:
Juliana Hock grew up in Baltimore County, Maryland, and graduated from Towson University with a degree in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship concentration, along with a double minor in Communications and Metal Art Jewelry. Entrepreneurship has always been a passion for Juliana, who started her first “business” back in elementary school.
After college, Juliana earned her Maryland Real Estate Agent license and is a member of the Greater Baltimore Board of Real Estate. For three years after college, she balances work as a Realtor as well as the Director of Admissions at a large Skilled Nursing Facility for three years.
After being interviewed on Tracey Otsuka's podcast in July 2021, she soon redirected her career to reflect her passion and now works full-time as an ADHD Coach. She works with adults with ADHD both individually and in small groups.
Juliana is one of 37 cousins in her very large but close-knit family. She is an avid hiker and loves to spend her time exploring the East Coast’s National Parks, working out at the gym, and being with her loved ones.
Follow her on Instagram: @Juliana.evolves
ALSO! Grab your copy of The Daily Check-In today: CLICK HERE
*If you’ve ever struggled to keep up a morning or evening routine because you just have some sluggish days that derail your routine this is the guide for you! The Daily Check-In is a workbook geared towards helping you build a daily routine that works with your brain and energy levels instead of against them. This guide is geared towards the ADHD mind but even if you don’t have ADHD you can use this book to help you build a more sustainable daily routine!
The workbook includes 15 pages to help you build your routines and 30 days of fillable worksheets that help the user figure out how to tackle their daily routine.*
Hey ADHDer!
I know friendships can be hard... why? Because they are hard for me too! But on today's episode we are breaking down the 4 reasons I think ADHDers struggle with friendships more than those without ADHD and then we discuss some tips to help you create some better and longer lasting friendships.
As always, join us over on Instagram @thenbdlife!
Hey there!
If you've been feeling overwhelmed, listless, uninspired, or like life is just getting out of control, this is the episode for you! On this episode we are discussing the fears and realities that come with taking a break and the added benefits of taking some time to unwind and reset. I hope you feel like you can take a break without sweating the small stuff after listening to this episode!
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Hey ADHDer!
If you've ever wondered about what accommodations you might be able to ask for at school (for your ADHD kids), in college or in the workplace, then this is the episode for you! Today's episode covers the laws for accommodations, the process of asking for accommodations, and examples of accommodations you can ask for in each of these areas.
Please note that this episode is not legal advice and does not create a client-lawyer relationship between you and Kristina. Any actions taken based on this information is taken at your own risk. The information provided in this episode is merely for educational and informative reasons and you should seek legal advice or medical advice before proceeding with any actions.As always, follow the podcast on Instagram @thenbdpodcast
Hey ADHDer!
Today's episode is a special once because today's guest is my MOM! If you've ever wanted to hear about what ADHD signs there were in my childhood here's your chance to hear a few!! On this episode we discuss: my mom's journey with her own potential ADHD; how she's navigated having two kids getting a later in life ADHD diagnosis; and how learning about ADHD has made her a more understanding teacher.
Kim's Bio:
*A mother of three grown children and a nana to five grandkids. I am just learning about the neurodivergent world. Two of my children and one of my grandkids have been diagnosed with ADHD. I am learning that I might have the same diagnoses. I do have Generalized Anxiety Disorder, OCD, and PSTD. I am researching and of course following some different members of the ADHD community while I am waiting to get a diagnosis. I have started making some changes in my daily routine to help some of the effects of ADHD. It has helped my anxiety quite a bit.
Follow Kim on instagram: @kymme6 Follow her guinea pigs on instagram: @thegoodiesisters_*
Hey ADHDer!
Did you know that depression is 2.7x more prevalent among ADHD adults than non-ADHD adults?
ADHD rarely travels alone and sometimes it chooses depression as its travel buddy! On this episode we are chatting all things depression including treatments for depression and why it hitches a ride with ADHD so often!
If you are struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts please note that the new suicide prevention lifeline number rolls out on July 16- the number is: 988.
As Always, follow the podcast over on instagram: @thenbdpodcast
Hey ADHDer!
On this episode we are chatting with a listener just like you! Alex Briault discusses her recent ADHD diagnosis, the process of getting her diagnosis in Canada and how cycling has helped her learn more about her own brain and cultivate a new sense of accomplishment in life!
Alex's Bio:
*I am a 32 year old Office Manager at a healthcare clinic near Vancouver, BC, Canada. I've been in this field for 8 years and I can't imagine working in another field. I have a BA in geography and am a certified personal trainer and running coach. I've been married for nearly 9 years and have two cats, Moo and Flynn. I was diagnosed with ADHD earlier this year and it completely flipped how I see and understand myself.
After running for years, I switched to cycling last year and have been enjoying being a beginner at something new and working on new skills and completely abandoning my comfort zone. I think one of the best things about cycling is that there are so many parts to it so there's always something interesting happening from new bike skills (I joined a cycling club this year too!) to bike maintenance to riding new areas and exploring!
I also knit, bake, build LEGO sets, actually like building IKEA furniture, and love me a good spreadsheet.
Follow Alex on Instagram: @abreeoh*
Hey ADHDer!
SURPRISE!!! HERE's AN EXTRA EPISODE FOR YOU THIS WEEK!
If you've ever struggled with being an activist (aka volunteering and making social change happen) this episode is for you! In this episode you will hear about what might be holding you back from doing activism work, what ADHD traits are fantastic for this type of work, and tips to help you get started and keep on going!
Here are the tips to help you get started/keep going:
1) Make sure you are registered to vote... and then actually vote!
2) Take inventory on what you are passionate about and do activism work in those areas.
3) Start small (meaning don't just jump in with all your energy and burn out quickly): share things on social media; research the topic; donate to non-profits doing the work, etc.
4) Schedule in time to do activism work.
5) Enlist others to help alongside you (aka body-doubling).
6) Be aware of what triggers your RSD and find work arounds.
7) Advocate with your $ and where you spend it!
As always, you can follow the podcast on Instagram for more tips and tricks: @thenbdpodcast.
Hey ADHDer!
Today's episode was picked by the Instagram community! We are chatting all about ADHD and exercise! This episode is for you if you struggle with exercise, want to take a new approach to how you exercise, or just want to learn how much exercise and what types of exercise your ADHD brain needs!
As always, you can follow the podcast on Instagram for more tips and tricks: @thenbdpodcast
ALSO! Grab your copy of The Daily Check-In today: CLICK HERE
*If you’ve ever struggled to keep up a morning or evening routine because you just have some sluggish days that derail your routine this is the guide for you! The Daily Check-In is a workbook geared towards helping you build a daily routine that works with your brain and energy levels instead of against them. This guide is geared towards the ADHD mind but even if you don’t have ADHD you can use this book to help you build a more sustainable daily routine!
The workbook includes 15 pages to help you build your routines and 30 days of fillable worksheets that help the user figure out how to tackle their daily routine.*
Hey ADHDer!
Today's episode is all about advancing or even just enjoying your career! Julia Mullins is our guest today and she is teaching us all about how we can use coaching to help us get unstuck in our jobs and actually learn to advocate for ourselves and feel a little more fulfilled in our careers.
Here's more about Julia:
Julia Mullins has spent her career developing leaders through corporate leadership development programming and executive coaching. After living with her own ADHD diagnosis for nearly three decades, she decided to weave it into her work, and sought out education to better prepare her for coaching other adults with ADHD navigating leadership roles in the corporate world. Julia is an ICF-accredited coach, and has an MBA from Penn State.
Connect with Julia on Instagram: @leadwithadhd
The Fall 2022 cohort of the Lead with ADHD inclusive career advancement program is enrolling now. SIGN UP HERE or click here to learn more!
Hey ADHDer!
On today's episode (as picked by the Instagram Community) we are chatting about all things ADHD and Sleep... or really why you might be struggling with sleep.
Today's episode covers some of the causes to sleep disruption and some tips to help you get a better night's sleep.
As always, you can follow the podcast on Instagram for more tips and tricks: @thenbdpodcast
ALSO! Grab your copy of The Daily Check-In today: CLICK HERE
*If you’ve ever struggled to keep up a morning or evening routine because you just have some sluggish days that derail your routine this is the guide for you! The Daily Check-In is a workbook geared towards helping you build a daily routine that works with your brain and energy levels instead of against them. This guide is geared towards the ADHD mind but even if you don’t have ADHD you can use this book to help you build a more sustainable daily routine!
The workbook includes 15 pages to help you build your routines and 30 days of fillable worksheets that help the user figure out how to tackle their daily routine.*
Today we are mixing it up a bit! As Pride month comes to an end, I wanted to bring on my friend Cody Kessler, a member of the LGBTQ+ community to come and share his story. Cody not only shares his mental health story, but gives tangible ways you can be an ally to the LGBTQ+ community throughout the entire year instead of just during the month of June.
Trigger Warning: Suicide
Here are the non-profit organizations Cody mentions in today's episode:
The Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/
GLAAD: https://www.glaad.org/
Support Cody and his story by supporting ProudTown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProudTown-Inc-103921112346814
Connect with Cody on instagram: @cody.in.colorado
Grab your copy of The Daily Check-In today: CLICK HERE
*If you’ve ever struggled to keep up a morning or evening routine because you just have some sluggish days that derail your routine this is the guide for you! The Daily Check-In is a workbook geared towards helping you build a daily routine that works with your brain and energy levels instead of against them. This guide is geared towards the ADHD mind but even if you don’t have ADHD you can use this book to help you build a more sustainable daily routine!
The workbook includes 15 pages to help you build your routines and 30 days of fillable worksheets that help the user figure out how to tackle their daily routine.*
Hey ADHDer!
Today we are chatting all about FOMO (The Fear of Missing Out) and ADHD. This episode will give the history of FOMO (like how it was a term coined in 1996), how people are using it, how it affects you and your ADHD, and some tips to help you minimize FOMO's effects on your life.
Follow the podcast on Instagram @thenbdpodcast
Grab your copy of The Daily Check-In today: CLICK HERE
*If you’ve ever struggled to keep up a morning or evening routine because you just have some sluggish days that derail your routine this is the guide for you! The Daily Check-In is a workbook geared towards helping you build a daily routine that works with your brain and energy levels instead of against them. This guide is geared towards the ADHD mind but even if you don’t have ADHD you can use this book to help you build a more sustainable daily routine!
The workbook includes 15 pages to help you build your routines and 30 days of fillable worksheets that help the user figure out how to tackle their daily routine.*
Hey ADHDer!
Today's episode is a little different form our normal episodes because man I've been feeling like a FAILURE lately and if you have too, I think we both need a little reminder that we don't have to be STRONG all the time and that we can LET THINGS GO sometimes. If you've been juggling a lot lately and feel like you just can't go on, this is the episode for you!
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Grab your copy of The Daily Check-In today: CLICK HERE
*If you’ve ever struggled to keep up a morning or evening routine because you just have some sluggish days that derail your routine this is the guide for you! The Daily Check-In is a workbook geared towards helping you build a daily routine that works with your brain and energy levels instead of against them. This guide is geared towards the ADHD mind but even if you don’t have ADHD you can use this book to help you build a more sustainable daily routine!
The workbook includes 15 pages to help you build your routines and 30 days of fillable worksheets that help the user figure out how to tackle their daily routine.*
Hey ADHDer!
On this episode we are chatting with a listener just like you! Amanda Keener walks us through her later in life diagnosis, what it's like to be the wife of an ADHDer, and her favorite dopamine filling activities.
Amanda's Bio:
I'm a 37 year old twin mama to 8 year old girls. I currently work as a virtual assistant/project manager and have multiple side hustles to go along with it. I have been with my husband for 15 years and really just enjoy being together with my family and friends.
I see myself as a visionary and optimist yet I've just really felt something was not right with me. I can never manage to be the person I want to be and fall short in a lot of areas. My memory has always struggled, I am the queen of procrastination, late to (almost) everything, messy and disorganized, and generally refer to myself as a hot mess. Everything has always felt like chaos and I just have never understood how people have even a fraction of their life together. All of this was multiplied by having children. I've been trying to "fix" me my entire life through consuming all things personal development & self-help.
It wasn't until this year (2022) when I fell in to the rabbit hole of ADHD and had never identified with ANYTHING as strongly as I did with it. I decided to seek a diagnosis and it was clear to my psychiatrist that I was indeed ADHD. Now I'm just on a journey of self-awareness and learning how to be the best me while trying to cope with the fact that I will always have limitations.
Connect with Amanda on Instagram: @journeythroughadhd
Hey ADHDer!
If you struggle with time management then this is an episode for you! On today's episode we go over why ADHDers struggle with Time Management and I give you 9 skills to help you get better at managing your own time! Make sure you check it out!
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Hey ADHDer!
On this episode we are chatting with a listener just like you! Kate McKinnon lives in Australia and is a mom to four boys (2 of which have ADHD). She sat down with me to chat about her later in life ADHD diagnosis, what it's like to raise four boys and go through a pandemic, her love of trashy tv, and so much more!
Kate is such a joy to chat with so make sure you check out this episode and then go give her some love over on Instagram: @katiemckinnon6
If you want to be on the podcast as one of our listener spotlights email me at: thenbdlife@gmail.com or slide into my DMs on Instagram: @thenbdpodcast
Hey ADHDer!
On today's episode we are discussing one of ADHD's primary symptoms: impulsivity. problems with impulse control come up in so many different ways for every ADHDer, but if you've ever had trouble not blurting out whatever comes to your mind; trouble not socializing at work when you need to get work done; trouble staying at a job instead of quitting without a plan; or trouble not buying that cool thing you saw online... you might need to reign in your impulsivity a bit. Find out how on today's episode!
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Hey ADHDer!
On today's episode we are talking all about one of ADHD's sidekicks or comorbidities: Anxiety. Listen in to find out:
1) What links ADHD and Anxiety;
2) How you can tell if you have Anxiety without ADHD or Anxiety caused by ADHD;
3) Tips to handling your Anxiety with your ADHD.
Journal prompt from today's episode:
1) What am I feeling?
2) What is the problem or trigger of these feelings?
3) Is this a true problem or a hypothetical problem?
4) Best, Worst, and Most Likely outcome of this problem.
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Hey ADHDer or Mental Health Friend!
Today we are talking about all things ANTs... yes there is a discussion about the little insect guys but really this is all about AUTOMATIC NEGATIVE THOUGHTS. Did you know your brain has up to 70,000 thoughts in a day!?!? (insert mind blown emoji here)
On today's episode we are:
- breaking down why we have negative thoughts and how those negative thoughts can become quite the habit.
- discussing the negative effects of ANTs
- going over a therapy technique I've learned to help you manage the ANTs (the ABCD method)
- A- Activating Event (the "trigger")
- B- Beliefs (How did you interpret the trigger; what did you say about yourself- what is the messaging)
- C- Consequences (how do you feel about the thought; what was your response; any behavioral consequences)
- D- Dispute it (ask if this thought is irrational or unrealistic; what is the evidence supporting the thought)
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Hey ADHDer or Mental Health Warrior!
Today's episode is such a good one! We are chatting with Lindsey Konchar about her upcoming book "I've Got 99 Coping Skills and Being a B**ch Ain't One." We chat about coping skills, writing a book, being uniquely yourself and stopping the comparison trap rat race! And of course, I ask for a favorite quote and it's A GREAT ONE!
Let me know what you think of today's episode over on Instagram.
Lindsey's Bio:
I am Lindsey Konchar, a licensed graduate social worker, which basically means I bring some credentialed experience to the mental health world. Now, I am a mom by day and social worker by heart! While I have been thrilled to be a stay-at-home mama, I knew I couldn’t lose who I was along the way. That was vital. I found a way to use the clinical skills I had developed in my practice and hold on to the work I love so much - write a friggin’ book. I Got 99 Coping Skills and Being a Btch Ain’t One is a quippy, evidence-based guide to help individuals find better, healthy coping skills. We all know life can be unimaginably challenging. It brings stress and grief, anxiety and angst, but that doesn't mean we should lose hope. By using the small, simple, actionable steps in I Got 99 Coping Skills and Being a Btch Ain’t One, you can find what uniquely works for you to optimize your life!
Connect with Lindsey:
- Instagram: @copingwithlindsey
- Website: www.copingwithlindsey.com
Hey ADHDer or Mental Health Champ!
Today we are keeping it short and sweet while talking about the ADHDer's struggles with hygiene! Make sure you tune in to find out why ADHDers struggle with things like brushing your teeth or showering and get tips and tricks to lessening the struggle and putting some better hygiene practices into place.
As always if you enjoyed today's episode let me know over on instagram: @thenbdpodcast
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Hey ADHDer!
Today we have quite the episode for you! Our special guest today is Izzie Chea. Not only does she share her ADHD story, but she also shares tips for the mom or women who is struggling and feels like something is off; how to approach and get ready for an ADHD evaluation; and how her ADHD brain helps her as an entrepreneur! You are going to love this episode!
Here's a little more about Izzie:
Izzie Chea is a Latina music educator, entrepreneur, musician, and content creator recently diagnosed with ADHD. She is currently pursuing certification to teach music in Texas public schools. She resides in Houston, TX with her husband, two boys, a rescue dog and a rescue cat.Connect with Izzie on instagram: @Izzieandadhd
Or check out her business: https://campsite.bio/izziechea
Hey ADHDer or Mental Health Warrior!
On today's episode we are getting real about what success looks like in life. It's a short episode but one I hope you find inspiring. It's easy to get lost in the world's "one-size-fits all" messaging, especially when you are struggling with low self-esteem or identity issues in your ADHD journey.
BUT remember... you get to define YOUR success...
I hope you enjoy today's episode.
XOXO,
Kristina
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Hey ADHDer and/or Mental Health Warrior!!
Today's episode is about so much more than ADHD... from mean brain, to mom brain, to using photography as a way to capture other people's brains... okay maybe not capture their brain, but capture their mental health journeys, today's guest talks about it all with us!
You may have heard Tayler on Episode 66 as she discussed Stigma Stops Now- a community group she runs with her friend Dakota Brown... but on today's episode she is sharing more on her own journey with depression and an anxiety disorder, how being a mom really messed with her brain, her failed epidural, and why it's important people talk more and more about their own mental health journey.
Make sure you check out this episode! And give Tayler a follow over on instagram: @justgingiesnaps
Hey ADHDer or Friend of the ADHD Community!
Today's episode is all about analysis paralysis... the moment you overthink yourself into a freeze state and can't make a decision.
Tips to making a decision:
1) Make Pro/Con List
2) Discuss it with others
3) Limit Choices
4) Give Yourself a Deadline
5) Just Say It/Follow your gut
As always if you are enjoying this episode let me know over on Instagram! Slide into my DMs or post about it and tag me: @thenbdpodcast
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Hey ADHDer or Friend of the ADHD Community!
We are kicking off Mental Health Awareness Month with an interview of the founders of Stigma Stops Now. On this episode we are talking about the importance of sharing your mental health struggles, creating communities, and accountability.
Stigma Stops Now is a safe and judgment free community. A space to gather, heal, help each other, spread educational resources, have the hard conversations, and help to highlight the stories of others who also struggle. Check this community out here: www.stigmastopsnow.org
Hey ADHDer or friends of the ADHD community!
Today's episode is a good one. We are chatting with Dr. Christine Jehu about all things stress. From the breathing techniques to changing the way we speak about stress Christine is going to work her ninja skills on your brain and get you to see stress in a whole new way! Make sure you give it a listen!
Dr. Christine Jehu (she/her) is a coffee obsessed clinical sport psychologist & podcaster. She's truly a psychological ninja with a PhD in psychology & a black belt in karate. Dr. Jehu's podcast is Beyond the Couch, where the mission is to break the stigma of mental health & normalize help seeking. In the show we leave the psychobabble at the door, to speak openly about our growth & struggles, challenge the status quo, and dive deep into self exploration in all areas of our health & wellness, because all roads lead back to our mental health.
Connect with Christine here:
Follow Christine on Instagram: @therealdrjehu
Quick Start Guide to Finding a Therapist: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/614642cf337f1c2aacf51fc1
Podcast: https://beyondthecouch.buzzsprout.com
Hey ADHDer or Friend of an ADHDer!
Welcome to today's episode which is on sort of a sensitive topic for some people and that's addiction. Some key takeaways from today's episode:
ADHD and Addiction can go hand in hand- especially if you are undiagnosed for ADHD. The impulsivity, novelty-seeking, poor judgment and risk-taking traits overlap between ADHD and addiction. Also, since ADHD leads to lower self-esteem... well addiction can swoop in and fill the void there if your ADHD is not treated.
So what do you do to help prevent addiction in your life:
1) Treat your ADHD- therapy, exercise, medications... these are all things that help and yes your read and heard that right... MEDICATION can help an ADHDer from having addiction issues in life. (Listen for more information)
2) Parents- talk to your kids about their ADHD and help them own it... and then talk to them about substance abuse or other addiction sources (internet, food, shopping, gambling, etc.)
3) Remember to HALT every day: Avoid Hunger, Anger, Loneliness, and Tiredness
If you are struggling with addiction reach out to one of these resources for help:
SAMHSA's National Helpline
Addiction Resource
TW: Addiction
Today's episode is a very vulnerable episode with guest Meredith Coviello-Felice. Meredith lost her husband after his battle with alcoholism in 2020. Today she is talking about life while loving someone with an addiction, life after losing him, and how she is taking back her story and helping other women do the same.
At the time we recorded this episode Meredith did not have any programs available but she did recently launch Healing Her First: a 4 week 1 to 1 program where she helps YOU feel empowered & supported while loving an addict.Connect with Meredith on Instagram: @meredith.coviello.felice
Listen to her podcast: Sweat & Reflect (https://sweatreflect.buzzsprout.com/)
Hey ADHDer or Friend of the ADHD Community!
One year ago this week I started the process of getting an ADHD diagnosis and in this episode I breakdown:
1) my story and how I found someone to do an ADHD evaluation (Psychology Today is a lifesaver- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists);
2) How ADHD changed my view of my life and the world;
3) My thoughts on the ADHD label; and
4) My biggest LESSONS from this first year of having ADHD.
(and bonus I give you some insight on my goals for year two!)
As always if you are enjoying this episode let me know over on Instagram! Slide into my DMs or post about it and tag me: @thenbdpodcast
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Hey ADHDer!
If you've ever felt like one minute you are flying high with tons of new and exciting projects, commitments and tasks, just to feel overwhelmed, moody and upset the next day... unable to complete those projects or fulfill those commitments... you might have ADHD Burnout!
On this episode we are chatting with Trina the creator of My Lady ADHD all about what ADHD burnout out is, how she can tell she's in a burnout cycle and what she's been learning about getting out of this cycle.
Trina is a 36 year old member of the late-diagnosis ADHD club, an ADHD advocate and working mom. She is a content creator and founder of My Lady ADHD - a place for ADHD women to find each other, connect and wade through the waters of their ADHD diagnosis together. She will be launching the My Lady ADHD podcast this Spring.
You can find her on Instagram at: @myladyadhd or on the web www.Myladyadhd.com
Hey ADHDer!
On today's episode we are putting the PERSONAL back into PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT.
When I first heard of personal development I thought that it meant I had to constantly be forcing myself to evolve in the same ways other people on Instagram where doing it. That meant I had to listen to the same podcasts and read the same books. Boy was I WRONG! Personal development isn't just about learning from others, it's about taking care of ourselves, learning from ourselves and our experiences and doing what makes us HAPPY!
So come along with me on this journey to change up how we approach personal development and let me know if you are vibing with this movement toward putting the personal back in personal development over on Instagram @thenbdpodcast.
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On this second part of Episode 59 Kate Kamoshita and I finish our discussion on the importance of learning with ADHD and about your ADHD. Kate tells us all about the ADHD courses she provides and the reasons why these courses are so need and how they differ from ADHD coaching.
Make sure you go and listen to part 1 to hear all about Kate's ADHD journey, her travels and her collection of educational degrees and certifications she's picked up on this journey we call life.
Connect with Kate: Www.katekamoshita.com or www.theLCschool.Thinkific.com
Connect with Kate on Instagram: @learning.compass
On this first part of episode 59 we journey around the globe with Kate Kamoshita as she goes through grade school, studies abroad through high school and college, makes a home in Japan and travels some more all before discovering she has ADHD as an adult. Kate chats with us all about her ADHD journey, her collection of degrees and dreams for a better future for ADHDers in Japan and better yet, all around the world, and how education consulting can help you move closer to your dreams.
Make sure you go an listen to part 2 to hear more about her various ADHD courses and how those courses can benefit you and those around you.
Connect with Kate: Www.katekamoshita.com or www.theLCschool.Thinkific.com
Connect with Kate on Instagram: @learning.compass
Today's episode is all about the practice of meditation. I'm sure you've heard it before: meditation is so good for your brain... but did you know just how much it can help your body cope with stress or help you learn to better focus? Listen to today's episode for more information!
Article on 2014 study regarding meditation and frontal lobe: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnhum.2014.00086/full
Article on meditation and dopamine production:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11958969/
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On this episode our guest Chrysty Lockhart of the Start Scared podcast is joining us to talk about her journey as a parent of a newly ADHD diagnosed 7 year old boy. We chat about what it's like to have a kid with ADHD and how she's changed things at home and school for him. Even if you don't have kids you will feel seen, understood, and hopeful for any future kids you might have! Don't miss this episode.
Guest Bio:
Chrysty is a wife, bonus and bio mama, teacher, host of the Start Scared podcast and an Enneagram 6 who used to be bound by what she thought she was supposed to say, do or be. SO much so that she has lost herself in the chaos of everyday Mom life and is trying to discover who she is in real time! She is passionate about empowering and motivating other Mamas to cut through the BS stories they tell themselves and find clarity to start scared on putting themselves first, because who they are outside of being a Mama still matters!
Follow Chrysty on Instagram: @chrystylockhart
Listen to Chrysty's podcast here: https://startscared.buzzsprout.com/
On this episode we are talking about how you even begin to build a daily routine with ADHD. Building off of episode 54 where we discussed why you need a routine, this episode helps you figure out what to make part of your routine by asking yourself four simple questions:
1) Is there something you want to change or do differently in your current life?
2) Is there something new you want to try?
3) Are there any goals that you have but haven't met yet?
4) What do you need to do to feel good about yourself daily?
So listen to this episode and then get out your journals and journal it all out!
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This episode is all about journaling! From the benefits, to getting started, to not having a one-size-fits-all mentality, this is a wonderful episode for anyone who wants to start journaling but just doesn't know where to start.
Today's guest is Meghan Marie Hurley-Powell and she just wrote a book all about journaling! Here's a little info on Meghan:
Meghan is a writer, podcaster, and professor with a PhD in English. She’s deeply passionate about words, books, critical thinking, personal growth, and self-empowerment for women. Born and raised in Minnesota lake country, she currently resides in Iowa with her husband, Roger, and boxer-mix puppy, Banner. When she’s not teaching or writing, she’s likely talking way too loud on the phone, journaling, reading a romance novel, going for a walk, or re-watching Gilmore Girls for the zillionth time. Her greatest ambition is to empower women to realize their fullest power and potential.
Pre-order Meghan's book "The Power Within: A Guide to Journaling": https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-power-within-her-meghan-hurley-powell/1141125239
Follow Meghan on instagram: @dr.meggymarie
Get more information about her book and sign up for her monthly journal prompts here: www.meggymarie.com
If you've ever struggled to build a routine (in general, a "morning" routine, a personal development routine, etc.) then this episode is for you.
On this episode we chat about:
1) Why it's had for ADHDers to start a routine and stick with it
2) Why routines are important for ADHDers
3) Why the trendy or typical "successful people" routines don't always work
4) How you can build a sustainable routine for your ADHD brain
Want to build a sustainable routine? Here are today's tips:
1) Create more than one routine- create numerous versions of your routine that fit your energy levels or time constraints
2) Use timers and visual aids to help you build the routine
3) BABY STEPS- don't try to build a big routine all at once. Build it one step at a time (and check out the book Atomic Habits by James Clear for more insight)
4) Get rid of the idea that the routine can only bein the morning and let it fall where you need it to depending on your schedule.
5) Choose what your want/need to work on and don't worry about anything else people say you should do
6) Be okay with it being just "good enough" and not "perfect"
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Today's episode is an interview with Ally Evans, an encouragement coach helping thirty-somethings create an intentional and joyful life and a potential ADHDer! In this episode Ally is dropping some fire and giving tips about how to really create a life you love.
We discuss how Ally went from teaching to traveling the world to bartending and then on to a tech job and coaching. She gives helpful tips on how you should approach your morning routine including not even having to do it in the morning. Ally believes that the person you are right in this moment is the person you were meant to be and that you need to listen to your needs and your body in order to be successful in all you do. Make sure you don't miss this episode.
Ally is also offering all of this episode's listeners a free 30-minute consultation coaching session with her. To find out more message her on Instagram: @allyjeanne__
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Today's episode is all about marking your ADHD, Anxiety, Depression or other mental health issues from the world. What is masking? Well, it's simply pretending you don't have an issue or disorder. It's a character you can put on each day to fit in and not seem different. It's an exhausting tool that just leads to more anxiety, eating disorders, and substance abuse issues. Masking is something we have to slowly unravel in order to understand ourselves a but better and show up in the world as our authentic selves.
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Today's episode is a wonderful chat with guest Haley Brown-Woods, a financial coach and the co-host Price of Avocado Toast Podcast. From her ADHD diagnosis in high school, to her journey with ADHD medication over the course of going to college, getting a job, and starting a family, to her debt free journey and the creation of Price of Avocado Toast Podcast and some tips to help ADHDers start a budget and manage their finances a little better, we talk about it all!
You can find Haley on Instagram: @priceofavocadotoast
You can set up a financial coaching consultation with Haley here: https://calendly.com/avocadotoast/free-financial-coaching-consultation
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IT IS EPISODE 50!!!! What what??
On today's episode I am breaking down who can give you a diagnosis, what to expect during a diagnosis evaluation, what you need to bring with you to the evaluation, and what the doctor is looking at. Of course keep in mind that every evaluation is different per the country, state, doctor and potential ADHDer, so this is all a basic overview of what you should know and should be taken as educational information and not personal advice.
For. more information check out "Taking Charge of Adult ADHD" by Russell A. Barkley, PhD
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Today's episode is all about talking about being able to listen to your needs, especially when life gets crazy or a huge traumatic experience forces you to evacuate your home. And who better to talk to this about than Savannah Cohn over at The Lily Pad Network!?
Savannah is a twenty-something who was obsessed with climbing the ranks in public accounting as a CPA, but then quickly realized she wanted MORE. While right now she works in public accounting, her real passion is building her podcast, The Lily Pad Network, and that community. The Lily Pad Network podcast is for the woman who doesn't know what her next thing is but is working towards figuring it out. She is DAMN grateful for where she is today and the education so far, but she is also looking long term for something AMAZING!
Connect with Savannah here: lilypadnetwork.com/insider
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Today's episode is all about Imposter Syndrome which I like to think as a little guy in a trench coat, a black hat, and oddly shaped black sunglasses who roams around my head in the shadows most days until he decides to pop up and surprise me with a nice present filled with doubt.
What is actual Imposter Syndrome? It's doubting your abilities and feeling like a fraud, when you really aren't one.
There are 5 types: The Perfectionist; The Superhero; The Expert; The Natural Genius; and The Soloist.
This episode covers each types, gives potential causes and gives tips on how to combat your inner Imposter.
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On this episode we are chatting with Trina the creator of My Lady ADHD.
Trina is a 36 year old member of the late-diagnosis ADHD club, an ADHD advocate and working mom. She is a content creator and founder of My Lady ADHD - a place for ADHD women to find each other, connect and wade through the waters of their ADHD diagnosis together. She will be launching the My Lady ADHD podcast this Spring.
You can find her on Instagram at: @myladyadhd or on the web www.Myladyadhd.com
On today's episode we are talking about personal development advice you get from podcasts, books, or videos and how that advice while good intentioned can sometimes be ableist and damaging to people who aren't neurotypical or who have some mental condition.
Show Notes:
Q: What is ableism?
A: Ableism is discrimination and social prejudice against people with disabilities and/or people who are perceived to be disabled.
How one-size fits all personal development messages can affect people with ADHD or other mental conditions:
1) Make people feel like there’s something inherently wrong with them because they can’t “Just do it”
2) Pushes people to do things in one way instead of allowing for numerous ways
3) Doesn’t allow people to be in tune with their intuitions or needs
4) Doesn’t take into account that people are diverse
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Back in December Josh surprised me with a ring... an engagement ring to be exact. He's on today's episode to talk about how he managed to plan a surprise engagement without me noticing, how he popped the question and then we talk about all things wedding planning (at least the start of wedding planning).
It's not your typical ADHD content, but there are some very ADHD moments in these stories! Plus it's sometimes fun to share other aspects of life because we are more than our ADHD!
Check out Episode 5 and Episode 10 where Josh came on the podcast!
And check out the podcast's instagram for pictures from the special day! @thenbdpodcast
This is the fifth and final episode of the a new series entitled: "So you have a _______________ with ADHD..."
On this episode we are talking about having a partner (wife/husband/girlfriend/boyfriend/etc.) with ADHD from what you should know about your partner with ADHD to how you can help support your partner with ADHD.
Here is what is covered in today's episode:
What You Should Know:
1) Your ADHD partner did forget that thing again
2) Your ADHD partner is not going to actually chase after every "dream" they have
3) Your ADHD partner doesn't just lack discipline and willpower
4) Your ADHD partner sometimes needs your help figuring out their emotions
5) Your ADHD partner hears your kind words
How You Can Help Support:
1) Give gentle reminders or help
2) Don't remind them of their lost interests
3) Create a safe space for them to come home to
4) Talk it out
5) Keep on saying nice things
As always you can find the podcast on Instagram! @theNBDpodcast
Do you ever feel like you are losing your identity? Not sure what your identity is? Are you having an identity crisis since being diagnosed with ADHD or since becoming a parent? This episode is for you!
How to get back in tune with your identity:
1) Build an awareness of the narrative your are creating for yourself
2) Take inventory of your strengths, your likes, dislikes...
3) Reframe your memories and stories
4) Practice self-compassion
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This is the fourth episode of the a new series entitled: "So you have a _______________ with ADHD..."
On this episode we are talking about having a child with ADHD from what you should know about your child with ADHD to how you can help support your child with ADHD.
Here is what is covered in today's episode:
What You Should Know:
1) Your ADHD Child isn't a bad kid or trouble like they all say
2) Your ADHD Child wishes his/her brain functioned like a "normal" brain
3) Your ADHD Child suffers from big emotions that they just can't understand
4) Your ADHD Child sees you trying
How You Can Help Support:
1) Don't compare your kid to other kids
2) Show Grace
3) Talk about emotions
4) Create a fun and safe environment
Upcoming content:
Episode 043: Let's Chat About Identities
Episode 044: So You Have a Partner with ADHD...
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Today's episode is all about Anxiety... my ADHD's BFF sort of speak.
Did you know there are four anxiety responses? Flight, Fight, Freeze, or Fawn! I didn't until recently! We discuss that and my thoughts on where our anxiety might be coming from.
Show notes:
Our Anxiety shows up when:
1) We are out of sorts with our community
2) We are out of sorts with our life purpose
3) We are out of sorts with the present moment
4) Out of a trauma response
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This is the third episode of the a new series entitled: "So you have a _______________ with ADHD..."
On this episode we are talking about employees and ADHD from what you should know about your employee with ADHD to how you can help support your employees with ADHD. And believe me... I've had many bosses who got it right and many who got it wrong... and you don't want to miss my broom story!
Here is what is covered in today's episode:
What You Should Know:
1) Your ADHD Employees do try to stay organized and meet deadlines
2) Your ADHD Employees have a knack for remembering tiny details to projects, but may overlook tiny details in their own work
3) Your ADHD Employees have ideas that may come off as them being unhappy with the way things are, but they really just have a different perspective
How You Can Help Support:
1) Have an open mind: listen to their ideas and try them out
2) Give Timely Feedback
3) Give written instructions over verbal instructions
4) Be willing to give on some things and don’t forget that ADHD is recognized under the American With Disabilities Act!
Upcoming content:
Episode 041: What Might Be Causing Your Anxiety
Episode 042: So You Have a Child with ADHD...
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Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria is something that haunts a lot of ADHDers' brains. I like to think of it as a little ghost that boos me when I'm rejected or think I'm going to be rejected. It's tiny little "BOO" is mighty triggering my nervous system to go into hyperdrive. If you want to learn more about this little ghost I like to call RSD, this episode is for you.
Other links to check out for more information:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/friendship-20/201907/what-is-rejection-sensitive-dysphoria
https://www.additudemag.com/rejection-sensitive-dysphoria-and-adhd/
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This is the second episode of the a new series entitled: "So you have a _______________ with ADHD..."
On this episode we are talking about co-workers and ADHD from what you should know about your co-worker with ADHD to how you can help support your co-worker with ADHD. Here is what is covered in today's episode:
What You Should Know:
1) Your ADHD Co-Workers are not trying to interrupt you constantly throughout the day
2) Your ADHD Co-Workers are listening even when it looks like they aren't
3) Your ADHD Co-Workers will finish their portion of the project
How You Can Help Support:
1) Set-up a system to discuss important matters
2) Follow-up in an email after having a lengthy or important discussion
3) Put all instructions in writing
4) Give hard deadlines for projects or tasks that you are collaborating on
5) Help create blocks of time for "body-doubling"
6) Set your boundaries because you matter.
Upcoming content:
Episode 039: Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria
Episode 038- So You Have an Employee with ADHD...
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...no we aren't chatting about having someone stand in for you when your ADHD paralysis kicks in. Today's episode is all about one thing I find that helps me get things done when I just can't seem to find motivation or when my time-blindness kicks in and that's having someone either do the task with me or be in the same area.
And to help you out (in case you don't have anyone who can come do things with you) I'm releasing some new body-doubling videos over on Instagram to help you get through the mundane tasks of life.. laundry anyone?
You can find the videos and more on instagram: @theNBDPodcast
This is the first episode of the a new series entitled: "So you have a _______________ with ADHD..."
On this episode we are talking about friendships and ADHD from what you should know about your friend with ADHD to how you can help support your friends with ADHD. Here is what is covered in today's episode:
What You Should Know:
1) Your ADHD Friends aren't ignoring you
2) Your ADHD Friends don't think you are boring; they do care about what you are saying
3) Your ADHD Friends may over commit when their energy levels are high and cancel when those energy levels get low
4) Your ADHD Friends are more susceptible to Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria than others and may overreact to perceived, real, or hypothetical rejections.
How You Can Help Support:
1) Be gentle with your ADHD Friends
2) Send friendly reminders to your ADHD Friends
3) Ask your ADHD Friends where their brain has wandered off to during conversations
4) Give them enough details about an event to ease their hypothetical rejections or assurance that you aren't rejecting Your ADHD Friends to make sure they know you aren't rejecting them.
5) Let them know what events are important to you and don't take your ADHD Friend's energy levels personally
6) Communicate your needs in a gentle way.
Upcoming content:
Episode 037- Body-doubling
Episode 038- So You Have a Co-Worker with ADHD
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Most people experience burnout due to work and life stress... but for people with ADHD the burnout can happen just a bit more frequently due to 3 big reasons that we are discussing on today's episode. If you have ADHD have no fear, I also talk about how just checking in with yours energy levels each morning and then planning your day around those can help calm the burnout beast and tame it away for another day. We got this!
A new series kicks off with Friday's episode so make sure to check back in!
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Is the New Year excitement starting to wear off already? Are you starting to slip back into old habits that you really wanted to kick? Well on today's episode I'm giving you real tips as to how you can stick with your goals and dreams this year!
And sorry for bragging about salads... I'm really jazzed I ate salad this week.
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From social media and mental health to diets to actual nutrition, we talk about it all on today's episode. Bria Wannamaker is a sweet human who will make you feel right at home when chatting with her! No matter who you are or where you might be starting 2022, you'll find something to take away from this episode!
About today's guest:
Bria is a Therapist, Speaker, Personal Trainer, and Podcaster. As a multi-passionate woman, she works to help other women find the motivation and direction toward going after what makes them happy, and to start by healing their relationships with fitness, food, and body image. She has a Master of Science in Psychology, is an Entrepreneur, and speaks at Global Conferences including her most recent conference where she presented on "Letting Go of Guilt" and was part of a panel that discussed "Nutrition and Mental Health". Bria believes that it's all about the mind-body-soul connection and that we can empower ourselves by fueling up with food, knowledge, and self-care practices so that we can truly participate in our lives as our whole and wonderful selves.
Find her on instagram: @bria.wannamaker
Check out her podcast: The Better Bodies Podcast
Find out more about her work: briawannamaker.com
Do you get burnt out on making resolutions? Do you make them and then get stressed out after two weeks of the new year because you can't keep up with them? Does it feel daunting to have to set goals or tackle them?
What if I told you you could just pick a word instead of making a list of goals?
Check out today's episode for more information!
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It's that time of year where everyone seems a little confused as to what day it is (unless you are working in the real estate legal field... or family law I hear) and what we are supposed to be doing. Do you know that it's partially to blame on your brain chemistry? Find out how on today's quick episode.
Also... are you feeling overwhelmed by the abundance of mixed messages on how you should be approaching the new year? Do you lose weight? Do you not lose weight? Do you wait to start pursuing your 2022 goals on Jan 1 or do it now? Honestly it all makes me want to scream... and that's why I also address this on today's episode too!
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Not everyone is always feeling so great during the holidays.
If you are struggling and find yourself contemplating ending your life please reach out for help: 800-273-8255 (Suicide Prevention Hotline).
If you are struggling with depression or anxiety, don't be afraid to explain it to a loved one.
If you aren't struggling, remember to be kind to everyone (including your miserable family members) this holiday season because you could change their whole life.
I wish you all a Merry Christmas or happy free weekend from work!
Today we have a guest who is answering all my questions about what it's like to be a paren during a pandemic! Angela describes herself as "someone’s daughter, I am someone wife, I am someone mother. I am a human with feelings that does not judge others, but believes you treat others how you would like to be treated."
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Today's podcast is a little bit of a brain dump. It's the end of the year, which means there is a lot to think about and one question has been plaguing my mind in general... listen to today's episode to hear what it is.
The holidays can be a frustrating time for people who have ADHD or anxiety.... believe me I get it! From all of the gifts you have to buy, money you gotta spend on others, to attending holiday events and trying to steer clear from red and green treats, the Holidays can be stressful! But have no fear I'm giving you tips and tricks to manage these issues and more on today's episode!
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Today's podcast guest is Courtney Bussard and we are talking all about our purpose and chasing our dreams! ALSO IT'S HER BIRTHDAY TODAY (12.7.21)!!!!
Courtney is a Certified Life Coach and the podcast host of Journey To Limitless- where she aims to help other millennials live more positive & fulfilling lives, chase their dreams and find purposeful careers. Courtney is also a mental health advocate and talks openly about how she manages her anxiety, depression, and chronic illness in hopes to help others feel not so alone & to find relief/ put themselves FIRST.
You can find Courtney on instagram: @journeytolimitless_
Listen to her podcast wherever you love to listen to podcasts (Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more!)
On today's episode we are breaking down how you can manage your emotions through moments where things just don't seem to work out for you. If you have ADHD or other mental health conditions that cause emotional deregulation, then you know those little moments where something goes wrong can have an avalanche effect on bad emotions. But don't worry, I've got you covered with some tips on how to turn it around.
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My good friend Lauren joins us on the podcast today to chat about her own mental health journey and how it led her to becoming a therapist. She also gives some advice on what you should look for in a therapist and what to think about if you are wondering if therapy is right for you!
Make sure to follow her on Instagram: @thatvegastherapist
"....nobody likes you when your 23...." but I think you will like this Episode 23 all about Self-Esteem.
Today's episode covers why people with ADHD (and probably any other mental health diagnosis) struggle with ADHD and my three tips to help you start to shift that mindset and grow your self-esteem.
My tips:
1) Start with the foundation: who are you? what do you like? what makes you happy?
2) Identify the mean girl/guy voice that pops up every now and then. Whose voice is it?
3) Set Boundaries.
4) Choose to live for yourself every day. Choose you!
Here's a link to the book I'm currently reading on this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1626253935?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details
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Today's episode is more of a pep talk than it is about ADHD itself. Are you someone who always seems to be chasing after the highs of life... the mountaintop moments? And when those are few and far between you don't really stop to look at your life as a series of good days? What if changed your mindset and started looking at life through the views of the valley? What if instead of chasing mountaintop highs you started dancing in the valley? What could your life be then??
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Today's episode is a good one! My dear friend Kelsey Holder who I met in law school is a guest and she is talking about everything from PTSD to moving from Colorado to Texas to California, transitioning from being a lawyer to pursing acting and writing full time, to appreciating the little moments in life. You don't want to miss this episode!
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Have you ever been really into what you are doing and look up at the clock and realize that 7 hours have passed, you haven't eaten or gone to bed and the sun is coming up? If you can answer yes to that then you know what it is like to get hyperfocused on something.
But let's take it one step further... have you ever done that more than once in a week? How about every other day? Do your friends ask you to stop talking about whatever your latest obsession is? Well my friends, that's called hyperfixation and today's episode is all about that very thing.
In today's episode we explore how hyperfixation appeared in my life, what it is, the benefits and detriments of it, and some tips on how to not let your hyperfixation take over your life and tups on how to be a supportive friend of someone who hyperfixates on something for a while.
I hope you enjoy today's podcast episode!
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We are wrapping up ADHD Awareness Month!
Today we are talking about ADHD myths that I've read about or experienced first hand. If you've ever said any of these... well let's get educated together and change how we talk about ADHD!
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Today we are chatting with my girl Meredith, a life coach who helps women stop checking the societal boxes & start living for themselves, about her transformational journey the last 18+ months: navigating grief, a career change, finding her voice, & living a life that she not only aligns with but truly loves.
If you want to connect with Meredith follow her on instagram: @meredith.coviello.felice
Check out the Sweat & Reflect podcast: https://sweatreflect.buzzsprout.com/
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Alright, I did it! I ran 13.1 miles for fun! Today I'm recapping:
1) My why/desire to run a half-marathon
2) The Training Journey
3) Race Day
4) What I learned
If you are a runner or interested in running as a mental health outlet make sure you check out My Favorite Run on Instagram (@myfavoriterun) or on Mighty Networks!
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BAM! Surprise I have a quick, short, and hard hitting pep talk for you today! If you take away anything from today's pep talk it should be that you are awesome, highly capable and quite the badass and can handle anything coming your way!
Go and slay the day!
We've heard this phrase used over and over again on hot topics like abortions, face masks, and vaccines... but what about when it comes to choosing how to treat your own mental health?
That's right today we are empowering ourselves to make our own decisions when it comes to choosing how to treat your ADHD or other mental health issues.
Check it out, but also remember... consult your doctor or psychiatrist! These are just my experiences and shouldn't be taken as medical advice!
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On this episode we talk with Samantha Pfisterer about her bodybuilding journey! If you struggle with eating disorders or body dysmorphia, this episode does contain some potential triggers around exercise and eating.
Even though she is still just a baby/newbie in bodybuilding career she is looking forward to getting her pro card. Her current aspirations are: build muscle and succeed in bodybuilding industry while also succeeding in my 9-5 career, get my own house once the market cools off. Her favorite hobbies include: vlogging, camping and off-roading, and trying new restaurants/bars.
You can find her on instagram @itsasamthing
Follow her Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/SamanthaWolcott/videos
Disclaimer: Before starting any new fitness or health journey it is important to talk with your doctor or physician. Also, Samantha is working with a trained professional for her competition season.
Did you know October is ADHD Awareness Month? I didn't! This episode covers my ADHD journey, decision to use medication as treatment, and some tips and tricks for the days where I need a little extra support! I hope you enjoy!
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On this episode we are discussing why I don't care for mental toughness challenges like 75 Hard, especially when you are already dealing with mental health struggles. Now before you start sending hate emails or messages, know this- if you are doing 75 Hard or have done it all the way through and found it was beneficial, kudos to you! All I'm saying is that it isn't always the best program or challenge for everyone. If you've tired it, failed and are feeling bad about yourself, then this episode if for you!
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In this episode we are talking all about apologies! Do you spend your time constantly apologizing... like on autopilot?! I know I do! It's something I've been working on so come along with me as I breakdown when you should apologize and why I think we find ourselves always apologizing. Plus we discuss a little Taylor Swift, a little Harry Potter, and a little Britney Spears along the way.
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It's a bonus episode !! Y'all raved about Josh being on Episode oo5 of the podcast so I brought him back on (with Claire the dog) to discuss our most recent vacation to Maui!
We are answering the following questions:
1) Favorite part of the trip.
2) One thing you learned about yourself on the trip.
3) One thing you learned about the other person on the trip.
4) Where do you want to travel to next?
Also... if you live in a "boring" state in the US, let us know what we should do in your state! By boring we mean the states you don't typically hear people traveling to! We both grew up in touristy areas and have visited a lot of other touristy areas int he US but we want to see all 50 states so let us know what we should do in your state!
Welcome back for another episode! On this episode I am giving you tips, while working really hard to stay on topic for once, on how you can harness your anxiety and get to the root of those feelings!
Here are the 4 major tips:
1) Determine if you are feeling anxious, nervous, excited, or something else.
2) If its anxious, determine if you are in imminent danger (if you are get the heck out of that situation!)
3) If there is no danger, ask your anxiety what it's trying to tell you.
4) Once you know what the anxiety is trying to tell you, determine if you can control that issue and/or determine what steps you can take to resolve the issue... which might include letting it go if you can't control it.
As always, these podcast episodes are stories from my own experiences and not to be used as proper medical or legal advice. If you need help reach out to a mental health professional!
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Before you skip over this thinking it's all about exercise WAIT! This episode discusses our physical health in the sense of making those appointments we all love to skip or doing those little mundane things like brushing your teeth that sometimes feel daunting. Come along with me as I explain my dental nightmare of a story and how that impacted my mental health, while also then giving you tips and tricks for making sure you are taking care of yourself better!
App Mentioned in Podcast: Zocdoc
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Today we are talking all about why you and I need to take some breaks. Between breakdowns and other mental health issue indicators let's go on a journey together spotting the things that tell us we need to take a break and how to do it!
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Has anyone ever told you "You don't have (insert mental health diagnosis), you seem normal" ?
"We all have a little (insert mental health diagnosis)." "You're just stressed." In this episode we are talking about the reasons why people may say these things and why we shouldn't say these things.
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Today's episode is a little different because I brought my boyfriend Josh on to discuss things like moving in together, therapy individually as a couple, which of the seven dwarves he thought I was, as well as what it's like to both have neurodivergent tendencies and how I cannot for the life of me get Alexa to listen to me.
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Do you ever feel like you just can't move forward in life? Like something is holding you back? Maybe it's your excuses!! In this episode of The Neurodivergent Brain Dump Podcast we are chatting away about how to stop letting excuses get in the way of living your best life.
Top Three Tips:
1) Flip the script. Turn your "I don't have _____" and your "I can't _______" into "It's not important to me" and "I've chosen not to" and see how that feels.
2) Make a plan and plenty of them. Plan for low-medium-high energy days so you are always prepared to reach your goals.
3) Get the tools you need: timers, notepads, and calendars go a long way to deactivating your excuses.
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Let's explore our feelings together. This episode covers what emotions are; what our emotions do; what emotional regulation is; and how to start regulating those emotions. Pulling from things I learned in DBT type therapy I discuss all of these items above! Please note I'm not an expert and these are just my understandings and experiences. If you need help
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It's our first episode! Welcome welcome! Today we are simply talking about the little game we like to play in today's social media driven world... The Comparison Game. Come along with me, Kristina, as I discuss my mental health journey and the things I learned about the dangers of comparison along the way.
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