Episode #293: Self-Seduction: The Secret ADHD Strategy That ACTUALLY Works
In this episode, Dr. Felt talks about the ADHD ‘Cycle of Ambiguity,’ and introduces his ‘Felt Five’ method for creating clarity and aligning with personal values.
Episode #292: ADHD Diagnoses EXPOSED: What Doctors Don’t Tell You!
Dr. Jessica McCarthy, a licensed clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist specializing in ADHD assessments is here to discuss the assessment process, the importance of finding the right clinician, and the steps involved in obtaining an ADHD diagnosis.
Episode #291: Navigating ADHD Unemployment: The Tough Truth About Self-Worth and Career Identity!
FOCUSED member Matt Ciciarelli who lost his job as a Marketing Director in Nov. of 2023 and decided he needed to do whatever it took to help his family out financially, and he’s been digging graves ever since. You’re going to be so inspired by Matt’s resolve and his determination to evolve into the man his wife and children need him to be.
Episode #290: The Truth About ADHD Families: How to Finally END the Drama with Dr. Tamara Rosier
MY HERO Dr. Tamara Rosier is here to discuss her new book, ‘You, Me, and Our ADHD Family.’ The conversation delves into the complexities of relationships within ADHD families, the challenges of rejection sensitivity, and the importance of understanding oneself to foster healthier connections.
Episode #289: Self-Awareness (And Why People With ADHD Suck At It)
Feel like you make the same mistakes over and over? That’s in part because of lack of self-awareness. Feel like you don’t know yourself, who you are, and what you want? Yeah, that’s because your self-awareness isn’t great. My client Joe Corpus is here to discuss his path to self-awareness and the crucial role that acceptance played in the process.
Episode #288: “I Thought Taking Medication Was Cheating!” Self-Motivation & Task Initiation For Adults With ADHD
Liz Poggi and I explore the role of medication, community support, and structured routines that incorporate mindfulness and movement to boost motivation. We’ll tackle misconceptions linking ADHD with laziness and address the stigma of feeling unlovable due to past experiences.
Episode #287: Is Your Life An ADHD Dumpster Fire?
I’ll explain the concept of living in survival mode and help you to work your way out of the dumpster fire that is your ADHD life. Then, I answer YOUR questions! We discuss how to transition smoothly between tasks and how to advocate for yourself. We discuss research on sunlight helping us sleep better, and lastly we end on a spicy note, as usual.
Episode #286: How Adults With ADHD Can Achieve Long-term Goals
In this episode, I explore how ADHD impacts long-term goal setting, personal strategies that have worked for me, such as creating urgency and seeking external motivation. Then we answer some of your call-in questions, I share some resources with you, and of course, we wrap it up with what triggered me this week.
Episode #285: Brain Scientist Says, This is The Root Cause Of ADHD
Dr. Robert Melillo is a clinician, professor, brain researcher, and best-selling author. I think you’ll find this conversation fascinating as we challenge the conventional view of ADHD, and instead presents it as a developmental imbalance between the two hemispheres of the brain.
Episode #284: Overcoming ADHD Productivity Challenges with Dr. Ari Tuckman
Dr. Tuckman and I cover effective management strategies like proper diagnosis, medication, education, coaching, therapy, and foundational self-care practices including sleep, diet, and exercise. Establishing routines and prioritizing tasks can significantly enhance productivity and reduce overwhelm.