Best Kristen Carder Podcasts (2025)

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355 BITESIZE | What to Do When Someone Says “Everyone Has ADHD” 11:08

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Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #320: Rapid-Fire Adult ADHD Q&A Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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354 Why Even Your Own To-Dos Feel Like an Attack: The Explosive Reality of Adult PDA 1:11:48

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If you’ve ever thought, “No one can tell me what to do… not even me,” this episode might feel like someone finally turned the lights on. This week, Kristen sits down with Kendahl Damashek — parent coach, Director of Content and Curriculum for At Peace Parents, and a PDA Autistic mom of four PDA kids — for a groundbreaking conversation about Patholo…

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353 BITESIZE | Why You Can't Start Until The Last Minute: Unlocking ADHD & Motivation 12:34

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Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #319: “Why Can’t I Just START?!” – ADHD + Task Initiation Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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352 The Kids Who Can’t Be Told What to Do: PDA & Low-Demand Parenting (with Casey Ehrlich) 1:17:17

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What if your child’s resistance, meltdowns, or refusal to do “simple” things isn’t defiance—but a nervous system response? In this conversation, Kristen talks with Casey Ehrlich, founder of At Peace Parents and one of the leading voices on Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). Casey is a researcher, parent coach, and mom of two PDA kids who helps fa…

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351 BITESIZE | Clutter, Shame, and the ADHD Brain 12:00

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Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #318: The Real Reason You Can’t Get Organized (And What To Do About It) Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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350 From Cemetery Shifts to a Career That Fits: Matt’s ADHD Comeback Story 59:32

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If you’ve ever wondered “Will it ever happen for me?” this episode is your proof of yes. A year after sharing his story of unemployment and underemployment (Ep. 291), listener favorite Matt Cicarelli is back with the update we all needed: he landed a job he loves—at a human, trust-based agency that actually gets ADHD—and he’s sharing how it happene…

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349 BITESIZE | Stop Making Everyone Else Comfortable: Waking Up to Unequal Relationships 13:25

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Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #317: From Barely Coping to High-Functioning: 10 ADHD Game-Changers Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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348 Too Bored to Function: Why ADHD Brains Would Rather Do Anything Than Be Bored 1:01:51

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Ever felt so bored you’d rather do anything — even something you’ll regret — just to avoid that restless, agitated feeling? In this episode, Dr. Marcy Caldwell breaks down why boredom feels like torture, what’s really happening in the brain and body, and why ADHDers crave stimulation (even the bad kind sometimes). We dig into: The two types of bore…

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347 BITESIZE | ADHD, Internalized Shame, and the Pep Talk from Kristen You Need NOW 17:05

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Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #315: Why ADHD Feels So Shameful (and How to Fight Back) Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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346 Voicemails from the ADHD Trenches: Marriage, Faith, Regret, and Rage (Yep, We’re Going There) 1:01:29

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You called. I answered. In this episode, I’m diving into listener voicemails about all the messy, beautiful, complicated parts of life with ADHD — hating your workouts, losing jobs, marriage struggles, faith questions, resentment, regret, and everything in between. If you’ve ever felt like you’re the only one barely holding it together… you’re not.…

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📣 I Need to Tell You Something About This Podcast (Don’t Skip This One!) 8:05

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After six years nearly ad-free, I’m sharing an important update about the future of this podcast. Starting November 1, you’ll begin hearing ads — a necessary change to keep the show sustainable. In this short episode, I explain why this decision matters, what it means for you, and how you can support the podcast moving forward. See Privacy Policy a…

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345 BITESIZE | The Life I Could’ve Lived: Grieving a Late ADHD Diagnosis 12:49

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Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #314: Two Things Can Be True (and Also… I’m Apparently Racist Against White Men?) Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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344 Living in a Dumpster Fire: Systems That Actually Work for ADHD Families 1:03:34

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If you’re a parent with ADHD trying to hold it all together, this episode is for you. Kristen sits down with Amy Marie Hann, author of Master the Mundane, to talk about what it’s really like to run a home, raise kids, and manage your own ADHD brain — all at the same time. Amy was diagnosed back in the 80s (as a girl, no less!) and now has a family …

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343 BITESIZE | Bullied and Kicked Out of the Lunch Table: My Story of Rejection Sensitivity 17:50

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Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #313: Rejection Sensitivity Is Real (But I Reject RSD) Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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342 Love on the Spectrum’s Kaelynn Partlow on Autism, ADHD, and Why She Refuses to Use the Term “AuDHD” 1:02:30

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If you’ve ever binge-watched Love on the Spectrum (let’s be honest—who hasn’t?), you already know and love Kaelynn Partlow — the sharp, funny, and deeply insightful advocate whose story stole our hearts in season 1. In this episode, Kristen sits down with Kaelynn for an unforgettable, no-filter conversation about Autism, ADHD, identity, and what it…

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341 BITESIZE | Unlocking Motivation: The ADHD Perspective 12:49

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Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #284: Overcoming ADHD Productivity Challenges with Dr. Ari Tuckman Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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340 Ready to Reclaim Your Attention? ADHD Professor Reveals Brand New ADHD Accountability Cycle 1:07:33

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In this episode, our returning guest expert (and favorite friend of the podcast!) Dr. Nacchi Felt joins us to unveil the brand-new Cycle of Accountability—the life-direction loop that helps ADHD brains point their power at the right targets. Inside the loop: Alignment — Name your values (think truth, responsibility, gratitude) so decisions stop fee…

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339 BITESIZE | Struggling with Parenting Regrets? Here's How to Make it Right 11:20

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Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #308: Raising Kids While Being a Hot (ADHD) Mess Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.By Kristen Carder

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338 From “Leaf in the Wind” to Coach: Sarah’s ADHD Glow-Up 1:01:30

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Have you ever felt like a leaf in the wind—just being blown around by life instead of steering it? That’s exactly how Sarah described her life before finding ADHD coaching. Sarah opens up about what life was like before coaching—feeling passive, stuck, and like she wasn't really in control. She shares the struggles that led her to seek support, why…

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337 BITESIZE | How to Manage Life Interruptions (and Not See Them as FAILURE) 17:21

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Love this clip? Hear the full conversation: Episode #307: SOS: What To Do When Life (or You) Gets In The Way Of Getting Sh*t DONE Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE. Following through is hard enough with ADHD—and when life throws interruptions, it can feel impossible. In this episode, I share how I handle setbacks, why sel…

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336 Why the Bare Minimum Might Be Your Biggest Win Yet 1:06:39

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Do you skip over your wins like they don’t matter? Feel weird or embarrassed when people cheer you on? Yep, that sounds about right. Adults with ADHD often struggle to celebrate themselves… but it’s a skill worth learning. In this episode, I’ll show you why celebration feels so uncomfortable—and why it’s actually essential for your mental health, m…

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335 BITESIZE | ADHD, Work, and Civil Rights: Protecting Yourself 14:45

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Love this clip? Hear the full conversation: Episode #304: ADHD At Work: Should You Spill The Beans To Your Boss? How to Thrive In Any Job! Listen to the full conversation in the original episode with Meghan Brown-Enyia HERE. I know how overwhelming it can feel to decide whether to disclose personal information at work. In this conversation, I remin…

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334 Feeling Stuck? Awkward Relationships? Listen to Kristen's Coaching in Action 1:05:41

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Ever wondered what it’s really like inside FOCUSED? In this special episode, you’ll get a front-row seat to an actual coaching call. You’ll hear me coach Bob through feeling stuck, and Heejung as she navigates awkward relationships with her coworkers. And here’s the thing—this isn’t just about seeing what FOCUSED is all about. You’ll walk away with…

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333 Want to Stay Behind Forever? Keep Ignoring Your Capacity 50:54

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Think your problem is poor time management? Think again. If your color-coded calendar keeps failing you, the missing piece isn’t another app, planner, or hack—it’s capacity. In this episode, we’re digging into why ADHD brains chronically overbook, underestimate, and run ourselves into the ground. You’ll learn: The hidden reason productivity hacks d…

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332 Stop 🛑 Adding to the Planner Graveyard: One Tool to Improve ADHD Time Blindness NOW 54:48

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You’ve tried planners and reminders, but time still slips through your fingers. This episode explains why ADHD makes “now vs. not now” so hard—and what to do about it. In plain English, I break down the executive functions behind time blindness and share the quick story that shattered my own drama cycle (spoiler: the dishes took seven minutes). The…

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331 ADHD Medications: What’s Fact, What’s Fiction, and Why They’re Not “Basically Meth” 43:45

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Think ADHD meds are “basically meth”? Afraid they’ll turn you into a zombie? Wondering if you really need them—or if they’re even safe during pregnancy? In this episode, I’m busting through the most common (and most damaging) myths about ADHD medication—fast. No fluff, just clarity. If you’ve ever felt confused, judged, or pressured when it comes t…

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330 ADHD-Proof Your Life: Real Tips from Real ADHD Brains 51:15

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Medication is great. Therapy is powerful. But is your life ADHD-friendly? In this episode, we explore how your environment can make or break your progress — and share genius, real-life strategies from adults with ADHD who’ve been there. From food hacks and med routines to productivity tricks and travel tips, this episode is loaded with ADHD-tested,…

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329 ADHD 101 for Neurotypicals: Why Your Loved One Struggles with the ‘Easy Stuff' 59:08

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This one’s for the ADHDers and the people who love them. In today’s episode, I do the heavy lifting of explaining ADHD—what it is, why it matters, and what it really feels like to live with it—so you don’t have to. If you’ve ever wished your partner, parent, friend, or co-worker just got it, this is the episode to send them. Inside: Why ADHD is so …

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328 Did You Waste Your Summer? Here's Your 'August Panic' Survival Guide 51:58

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Hey ADHDer, summer isn’t over over… and you haven’t wasted it. In this gentle, reflective episode, we’re talking about the emotional soup of August: regret over what didn’t get done, sadness that the magic is fading, dread of back-to-school chaos, and the last-minute urgency to squeeze it all in. If you're feeling a swirl of emotions right now, thi…

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327 We Threw Out the Rulebook: How We’re Raising Our Neurodivergent Kids with Greg Carder 1:14:12

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I’m joined again today by my favorite human—my husband, Greg! Together, we pull back the curtain on what it’s really like to raise neurodivergent kids, how our parenting style has evolved over the years, and why we’ve chosen a low-demand, emotionally supportive approach in our home. We talk candidly about: When we decided to get our kids evaluated …

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326 ADHD Nearly Broke Us — How We’re Still Standing After 21 Years with Greg Carder 1:03:28

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What does it look like to stay in love and on the same team when one partner has ADHD and the other doesn’t? In this episode, I’m joined by my husband Greg—my neurotypical partner of 21 years—for an honest, heartfelt, and often hilarious conversation about what it’s really like to build a life together in a neurodiverse marriage. We’re answering qu…

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325 ADHD Burnout Is REAL: What A Physician With ADHD Wishes She Knew Sooner 1:03:51

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Smartass ADHDer alert! Kerry Shea, an OBGYN physician and beloved FOCUSED member, is here to share her journey as a doctor with ADHD. In this heartwarming episode, we discuss Kerry's ADHD diagnosis, experiences in medical school, the impact of early education, and the challenges of balancing professional success with personal chaos. The conversatio…

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324 Why You Keep Failing at Goals (and How to Finally Stop) 55:40

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Ever made a huge, life-changing plan… and then totally ghosted it a week later? Welcome to the ADHD goal-setting struggle. If you’ve ever set a massive goal in a moment of motivation—only to burn out fast—you’re not alone. This episode is your permission slip to dream big and start small (like, really small). This episode is for you if you’ve: Gone…

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323 Emotional Regulation: The ADHD Skill You Can’t Afford to Ignore 53:47

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If you’ve ever snapped at something harmless, gotten lost in a scroll spiral, or felt way too much over a tiny text, this episode is for you. We’re diving into emotional regulation—what it is, why it’s so hard for ADHD brains, and how to actually get better at it. In this episode, you’ll learn: What’s happening in your brain during an emotional mel…

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322 Mini Emotional Regulation Practice (10-Minute Guided Reset) 9:53

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Feeling "off" and need a reset? This short episode is here for you. In just 10 minutes, I’ll guide you through a simple emotional regulation practice to help you pause, reconnect with your body, and calm your nervous system. Whether you're overwhelmed, stuck in a scroll spiral, or just need a moment of grounding—this is your space to breathe and fe…

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321 The 5-Minute ADHD Hack That Can Change Your Life 46:26

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Ever feel like your brain is a messy closet with the light off? In this episode, we flip the switch. I break down the simple but powerful practice of thought downloads—what they are (and aren’t), why they’re crucial for ADHD minds, and how they help you build self-awareness, emotional regulation, and clarity. This isn’t journaling. It’s not a produ…

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320 Rapid-Fire Adult ADHD Q&A 1:07:19

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Buckle up, because this episode is a fast-paced, wide-ranging Q&A where I answer as many of your ADHD questions as I possibly can! These questions were submitted on Instagram, and I had the best time flying through them and sharing real, practical insights from my ADHD brain to yours. We cover everything from medication, motivation, and prioritizat…

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319 “Why Can’t I Just START?!” - ADHD + Task Initiation 53:54

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Ever sat on the couch knowing you “should” do something… but just couldn’t? Welcome to the ADHD task initiation struggle. It’s real—and no, it’s not laziness. In this episode, we dive into: What task initiation actually is (hint: it’s an executive function) Why starting can feel impossible for ADHDers + Autistics The brain science behind motivation…

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318 The Real Reason You Can’t Get Organized (And What To Do About It) 47:57

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Struggling to get organized? You’re not broken — you’re just an ADHDer with a real, overwhelmed brain. In this episode, we’re ditching the shame spiral and unpacking why staying organized is so hard for ADHDers… and what actually helps. Spoiler alert: It’s NOT more bins. If your home feels like a disaster zone, this one’s for you. We’ll talk about:…

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317 From Barely Coping to High-Functioning: 10 ADHD Game-Changers 1:03:21

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Feeling like you're stuck in survival mode? Can’t keep up with the laundry, your inbox, or... your life? You’re not alone—and you’re not broken. This episode is the loving wake-up call (and gentle nudge) you didn’t know you needed. We’re breaking down what it really means to be low-, mid-, and high-functioning with ADHD—and why wherever you are on …

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316 Productivity, People-Pleasing, and ADHD: What We Need to Unlearn with Dr. Ari Tuckman 58:01

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In this episode of the I Have ADHD podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Ari Tuckman to talk about one of the most layered and misunderstood topics in the ADHD world: productivity—and how it's tangled up in our relationships, our childhoods, and the expectations we carry from society. We dove deep into how our early experien…

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315 Why ADHD Feels So Shameful (and How to Fight Back) 56:08

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If you’ve ever felt like your struggles with ADHD make you "less than"—this one’s a must-listen. We’re diving deep into Shame Resilience Theory (thanks, Brené Brown!) and unpacking why ADHDers are especially vulnerable to toxic shame. Spoiler: It’s NOT because you’re lazy or broken (even if you’ve been made to feel that way). ✨ We’re covering: Why …

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314 Two Things Can Be True (and Also… I’m Apparently Racist Against White Men?) 1:00:39

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Today we're talking emotional flexibility, why black-and-white thinking is holding you back, and how one tiny phrase (borrowed from parenting wisdom!) can radically change how you relate to yourself and others: “Two things can be true.” You’ll also get: A cheat-code app for building emotional intelligence (perfect for ADHD brains) My spicy take on …

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313 Rejection Sensitivity Is Real (But I Reject RSD) 50:38

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Rejection hurts—especially when you have ADHD. For years, the term Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) has helped many of us put language to that experience. But in this episode, I explain why I’m no longer using that term—and what I’m saying instead. We’ll cover: What rejection sensitivity actually is Why it makes total sense (and it's not a disor…

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312 Autism, ADHD and AuDHD: Understanding the Overlap with Dr. Robert Naseef 1:10:25

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In this episode of the I Have ADHD podcast, I have the absolute pleasure of sitting down with autism expert and clinician Dr. Robert Naseef to explore the deeply personal and complex relationship between autism and ADHD. Together, we reflect on the key differences between these two neurodivergent identities while celebrating the importance of self-…

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311 10 Things I Wish Everyone Knew About ADHD 48:30

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Think you know ADHD? Think again. In this solo episode, I’m breaking down 10 surprising truths about ADHD that most people (even professionals!) get wrong. From misunderstood symptoms to powerful treatment outcomes, we’re going deep—but keeping it real, relatable, and research-backed. You’ll learn: Why ADHD is one of the most treatable mental healt…

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310 ADHD & Friendships, Part 2: The ADHD Friendship Mistakes No One Talks About 48:19

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Making and keeping friends as an adult with ADHD can be really hard. We tend to move fast—bonding quickly, oversharing early, and sometimes getting burned. In this episode, I’m sharing two powerful (and practical!) skills that can help you build friendships that feel safer, steadier, and more fulfilling: going slow and listening better. If you’ve e…

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309 ADHD & Friendship, Part 1: Red Flags, Green Flags, and How to Make Real Connections 44:01

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Friendship as an adult is hard—and when you have ADHD, it can feel almost impossible. The impulsivity, the overthinking, the struggle to set boundaries or trust your gut... it’s a lot. But you can build strong, supportive friendships—and it starts with knowing what to look for (and what to avoid). In Part 1 of this two-part series, we’re breaking d…

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308 Raising Kids While Being a Hot (ADHD) Mess 1:05:46

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If you’re parenting with ADHD, you already know—it’s a lot. The meltdowns (sometimes yours), the forgotten school forms, the overstimulation, the guilt spiral after snapping at your kid… and then the vow to do better next time. In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to be a good enough parent, even when ADHD makes it hard. You’ll learn the 5 e…

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307 SOS: What to Do When Life (or You) Get in the Way of Getting Sh*t Done 47:50

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Following through is hard enough when everything goes right—but what about when life happens? When motivation was there, the plan was solid, and then… BAM. A curveball knocks you off track. If you have ADHD, you know how hard it is to re-engage after a disruption. So how do you recover without spiraling into guilt and frustration? In this episode, …