Discover how body doubling—having another person present while you work—can transform your productivity and help you tackle tasks that feel impossible alone. In this episode, Jorie Houlihan explores the science behind why body doubling works for ADHD brains, shares practical ways to incorporate it into your daily life, and provides tips for finding your perfect body doubling match.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

• What body doubling actually is and why it's not a character flaw or dependency
• The neuroscience behind body doubling for ADHD brains and how it activates different neural pathways
• How body doubling creates external structure when ADHD brains struggle with task initiation and sustained attention
• Virtual body doubling options: Focusmate, online coworking sessions, and virtual accountability partnerships
• In-person body doubling strategies: parallel productivity sessions, silent work clubs, and buddy systems
• Creative alternatives: YouTube study videos, ambient sound apps, and coffee shop work environments
• How to identify your personal body doubling preferences and what works best for your unique brain
• Finding your ideal body doubling partner: characteristics, communication tips, and compatibility factors
• Task-specific body doubling: which types of work benefit most (boring tasks, creative work, avoidance tasks)
• Flexibility and adaptability: how body doubling needs shift with energy levels, hormones, stress, and life circumstances
• Communication strategies to maximize your body doubling sessions
• Setting clear session parameters for success

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I’m a life coach, not a medical or mental health professional—this content is for education only, not a substitute for professional care.

RESOURCES & TOOLS MENTIONED

• Focusmate - Virtual coworking platform for accountability partnerships (Jorie's favorite) - Use this link to get 30 days of FocusMate Plus for free!
• Jorie's Substack Newsletter - Free weekly tips and resources
• joriehoulihan.com - Visit for more resources and support

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Professional organizer Mindy Leonard (Super Organized Spaces) joins Jorie to talk about organizing for real life—especially for ADHD brains.

From ditching perfectionism and people-pleasing to designing simple, sustainable systems, Mindy shares how empathy, personalization, and tiny wins create big transformation.

You’ll learn how to start where there’s zero sentimental attachment, use timed breaks without losing momentum, and set up spaces that grow with you and your family. Deep breaths and 90-degree bins encouraged.

What you’ll learn:

• Why “no one-size-fits-all” is the only way organizing actually sticks
• How to drop perfectionism and design for the way your brain works
• Practical starting points when you feel paralyzed by clutter
• The power of buy-in, homework, and right-sized accountability
• How to use timed work/break cycles to protect energy and focus
• Move support 101: declutter, stage, pack, hire movers, and unpack with a plan
• The case for 90-degree bins (and why slanted bins waste space)
• How to build systems that grow with kids and changing seasons of life

About our guest:

Mindy Leonard is the founder of Super Organized Spaces (SOS), helping clients declutter, stage, pack, move, and set up functional, sustainable systems at home. She and her team specialize in empathetic, personalized solutions—especially for ADHD clients and busy families.

Mindy's links:

Super Organized Spaces (SOS): https://superorganizedspaces.com

Email Mindy: [email protected]

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✅ Share this episode with a friend who needs help decluttering

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I’m a life coach, not a medical or mental health professional—this content is for education only, not a substitute for professional care.**

You can also find me at:

Website: https://joriehoulihan.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joriehoulihan.com

Podcast Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/adhdandpodcast.com

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In this practical episode, Jorie Houlihan breaks down why externalizing thoughts is crucial for ADHD brains and how to create simple systems that actually work.

Learn why your working memory struggles, how to stop losing brilliant ideas, and discover foolproof strategies for remembering what matters—without creating complicated systems you'll never stick to.

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If this episode spoke to you, make sure to:

✅ Follow and leave a comment if this episode resonates with you.

✅ Share this episode with a friend who needs help creating a second brain.

✅ Subscribe to my newsletter on Substack (https://joriehoulihan.substack.com) for weekly resources, insights, and practical tools for women with ADHD

✅ Check out Your ADHD Action Blueprint. It helps you take your new knowledge and put it into action!

I’m a life coach, not a medical or mental health professional—this content is for education only, not a substitute for professional care.

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This week—very on-theme for Halloween—we’re talking about masking: the learned habit of covering or changing parts of yourself to meet outside expectations.

Jorie breaks down why masking is so common for ADHDers (especially women), how it shows up in everyday life, and how to begin dropping the mask safely. Expect compassionate, practical steps you can use right away.

In this episode:

• What “masking” really means for ADHD brains
• How early messages like “sit still, stop talking, pay attention” shape masking
• The hidden energy cost of constant self-editing
• The difference between fitting in and belonging (and why it matters)
• Low-stakes ways to practice unmasking safely
• Building routines and systems that fit your actual brain
• Self-advocacy: choosing environments and people where you can be yourself

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If this episode spoke to you, make sure to:

✅ Follow and review the podcast so more women can discover it

✅ Share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement on her ADHD path

✅ Check out the ADHD Action Blueprint to learn to start taking action with your ADHD brain.

✅ Subscribe to my newsletter on Substack (https://joriehoulihan.substack.com) for weekly resources, insights, and practical tools for women with ADHD

I’m a life coach, not a medical or mental health professional—this content is for education only, not a substitute for professional care.

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If you’ve ever bought another planner hoping it would finally fix your chaos - this one’s for you.

Productivity expert Ronna Belinky joins Jorie to talk about why organization doesn’t have to be complicated and why one-size-fits-all systems never work for ADHD brains. They dig into perfectionism, motivation, energy management, and the emotional side of decluttering your workflow.

You’ll learn:

• Why “the right planner” isn’t your solution (and what is)
• How to build repeatable, stress-reducing systems
• The power of small wins and gamifying motivation
• How to match your tasks to your natural energy patterns
• What “Good Enough, Move On” really looks like in daily life

Connect with Ronna:

Website: WorkflowsbyRonna.com

Instagram: @workflowsbyronna

Upcoming Workshops: December 7 (in-person, IL) & December 9 + January 11 (virtual). Click here to learn more: Upcoming Workshops

I’m a life coach, not a medical or mental health professional—this content is for education only, not a substitute for professional care.

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✅ Follow and review the podcast so more women can discover it

✅ Share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement on her ADHD path

✅ Subscribe to my newsletter on Substack (https://joriehoulihan.substack.com) for weekly resources, insights, and practical tools for women with ADHD

You can also find me at:

Website: https://joriehoulihan.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joriehoulihan.com

Podcast Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/adhdandpodcast.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joriehoulihancll

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joriehoulihan

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If you’ve ever said, “I’ll just do this for 10 minutes,” and suddenly hours disappear, this episode is for you.

In ADHD &… with Jorie Houlihan, we’re unpacking what time blindness really is — a neurological difference that changes how ADHD brains perceive and track time. You’ll learn why ADHD often feels like living in “now” or “not now,” how hyperfocus warps your sense of time, and simple ways to make time visible again.

From analog clocks to practical cues that support your focus, this episode helps you replace guilt with curiosity and work with your brain, not against it.

💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• What “time blindness” actually means in the context of ADHD
• Why ADHD brains struggle with estimating and tracking time
• How hyperfocus causes time to disappear (and how to spot it)
• The power of analog clocks and visual timers for ADHD minds
• How to replace guilt and self-criticism with curiosity and strategy

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If this episode spoke to you, make sure to:

• Follow and review the podcast so more women can discover it
• Share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement on her ADHD path
• Subscribe to my newsletter on Substack for weekly resources, insights, and practical tools for women with ADHD

I’m a life coach, not a medical or mental health professional—this content is for education only, not a substitute for professional care.

You can also find me at:

Website: https://joriehoulihan.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joriehoulihan.com

Podcast Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/adhdandpodcast.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joriehoulihancll

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joriehoulihan

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Ever wonder why it’s so hard to start something — even when you want to do it? It’s not about effort or caring enough. It’s about chemistry.

In this episode of ADHD &… with Jorie Houlihan, we look at dopamine and norepinephrine — the neurotransmitters that drive motivation, focus, and follow-through. You’ll learn how ADHD brains process reward, why urgency and interest activate us, and how to use that knowledge to your advantage.

Once you understand what’s really happening in your brain, you can stop blaming yourself — and start working with it.

🎧 Listen now and start building systems that honor your brain, not fight it.

💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• How dopamine and norepinephrine affect focus, motivation, and follow-through
• Why ADHD brains struggle with “boring” or low-interest tasks
• What actually causes distraction and brain fog
• The difference between neurotypical and ADHD reward systems
• Real-life examples of “urgency-driven motivation” and how to break that cycle
• Tools that help — from interest-based activation to body doubling

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If this episode spoke to you, make sure to:

• Follow and review the podcast so more women can discover it
• Share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement on her ADHD path
• Subscribe to my newsletter on Substack for weekly resources, insights, and practical tools for women with ADHD

I’m a life coach, not a medical or mental health professional—this content is for education only, not a substitute for professional care.

You can also find me at:

Website: https://joriehoulihan.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joriehoulihan.com

Podcast Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/adhdandpodcast.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joriehoulihancll

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joriehoulihan

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What happens when a high-achieving woman is finally diagnosed with ADHD in adulthood? In this episode of ADHD &… with Jorie Houlihan, I talk with Gigi Verrey—digital creator, actor, financial advisor, and advocate for limb difference—about how her diagnosis changed everything.

We dive into the relief and grief that come with finally having answers, the hidden ways women mask ADHD, and how traits like hyperfocus, creativity, and empathy can become real strengths. Gigi also shares her favorite ADHD-friendly hacks for work, home, and daily life.

If you’ve ever felt “different” or doubted your abilities, this conversation will help you see your brain in a new light.

💡 In This Episode, We Discuss:

• The reality of being diagnosed with ADHD as an adult woman
• How hyperfocus, creativity, and empathy can become powerful assets
• Why grief, relief, and even anger are common after diagnosis
• Masking, imposter syndrome, and the toll of always trying to “fit in”
• Simple ADHD-friendly hacks for work, home, and life
• The importance of trusting your intuition and letting go of draining relationships

👉🏻 Connect with Gigi Verrey

Follow Gigi on Instagram: @verysmartideas

Learn more about her advocacy and creative work: Very Smart Ideas

📲 Apps Mentioned:

In Your Face

Waking Up

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I’m a life coach, not a medical or mental health professional—this content is for education only, not a substitute for professional care.

You can also find me at:

Website: https://joriehoulihan.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joriehoulihan.com

Podcast Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/adhdandpodcast.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joriehoulihancll

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What happens when you finally get an ADHD diagnosis at 49?

In the very first episode of ADHD &… with Jorie Houlihan, I share my personal story of living decades with guilt, procrastination, and shame before realizing I wasn’t lazy—I had ADHD.

From forgotten appointments and abandoned planners to the surprising role TikTok played in me finally getting my diagnosis, this episode is about what it really feels like to be a late-diagnosed woman with ADHD.

You’ll hear about the grief and relief that comes with an answer, why “trying harder” never worked, and why I created this podcast to give women real tools, real talk, and zero shame.

🎧 Listen now and remember: you are not broken—you’ve just been using the wrong owner's manual.

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✅ Follow and review the podcast so more women can discover it

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I’m a life coach, not a medical or mental health professional—this content is for education only, not a substitute for professional care.

You can also find me at:

Website: https://joriehoulihan.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joriehoulihan.com

Podcast Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/adhdandpodcast.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joriehoulihancll

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joriehoulihan

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Ever feel like everyone else got the manual for life—and yours was missing pages? You’re not alone. ADHD &... is a podcast for women diagnosed with ADHD later in life who are ready to stop feeling stuck and start working with their brains, not against them.

Hosted by ADHD life coach Jorie Houlihan, this show offers short, shame-free episodes with relatable insights, practical strategies, live coaching, and expert interviews—all designed for real life with ADHD. Because it’s not just about focus. It’s everything.

🎙️ New episodes every Tuesday starting October 14, 2025. 🎧 Subscribe now on Apple, Spotify, Substack, or wherever you listen.