What if the constant overwhelm, racing thoughts, late-night wide-awake brain, or “why is this so hard for me?” moments weren’t personal failures — but your nervous system asking for support?

In this episode of Grandma Has ADHD, Jami sits down with Brisbane-based ADHD & Executive Function Coach Monica Hassall, co-founder of Connect ADHD Coaching. Monica brings over a decade of experience working with adults, parents, students, and families navigating ADHD — along with a deep passion for neuroscience, mindfulness, and practical tools that actually stick.

Monica doesn’t identify as having ADHD herself, but she grew up in a very ADHD household, married a partner with ADHD, raised neurodiverse kids, and now coaches full-time in the ADHD world. Her perspective blends compassion, science, and real-life lived experience.

Together, Jami and Monica unpack everything from emotional regulation and executive function struggles to what Monica calls the “Internal Pharmacy” — a simple, empowering framework that helps ADHD brains regulate their own chemistry through sleep, movement, hydration, scaffolding, and intentional routines.

If you often feel overstimulated, exhausted, disorganized, or “all over the place,” this conversation will help you feel understood — not judged. And if you’re over 50 and noticing your symptoms more intensely than ever? You’re definitely not imagining it.

This episode is validating, practical, and full of those “oh wow… that makes so much sense” moments.

If This Episode Resonated… Please follow, rate, and leave a review — it helps more women over 50 find their “lightbulb moment.” Share this episode with someone who needs validation, understanding, and a reminder that they’re not alone.

ADHD doesn’t disappear with age. But neither does the chance to understand yourself better.

Resources & Links Mentioned:

• Monica’s Coaching:
   Connect ADHD Coaching – connectadhd.com
• Books & Authors Mentioned:
   Spark by Dr. John Ratey
  Dr. Russell Barkley on executive functioning
• Jami’s Book: This Explains So Much: Understanding Undiagnosed ADHD — Available on Amazon
• Learn More & Take the ADHD Quiz: grandmahasadhd.com
• San Diego Home Organizing & Move Management: Silver Linings Transitions — silverliningstransitions.com
• Black Friday Workshop: From Overwhelmed to “Come On Over” Workshop 

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What if the overwhelm, decision fatigue, clutter struggles, and “why can’t I just get started?” moments you’ve carried for decades weren’t character flaws — but ADHD you never knew you had?

In this episode of Grandma Has ADHD, Jami sits down with ADHD coach and Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast co-host Nikki Kinzer for a warm, validating, and eye-opening conversation about life with ADHD after 50 — including why so many women are discovering their symptoms later in life.

Nikki’s story is unique. She doesn’t have ADHD herself — but she built a career helping adults with ADHD long before she realized her own family members (including her daughter and husband) had it too. Between coaching, her planning membership, and co-authoring the book Unapologetically ADHD with co-host Pete Wright, Nikki brings years of insight that blend compassion, structure, and real-world experience.

Together, Jami and Nikki talk through everything from perimenopause and worsening symptoms, to downsizing and decluttering with an ADHD brain, to why asking your adult child to help you move is almost always a terrible idea.

This episode is filled with “oh my gosh, that’s me” moments — especially if you’ve spent your life feeling chronically overwhelmed, misunderstood, or ashamed of the clutter you can never seem to get ahead of.

If you’re over 50, newly diagnosed, or just starting to wonder whether ADHD has been quietly steering your life for years… this conversation will help you feel seen, supported, and so much less alone.

If you enjoyed this episode, please follow, rate, and leave a review — it helps more women over 50 discover their “lightbulb moment.” And share this episode with someone who needs to hear they aren’t lazy, broken, or alone.

ADHD doesn’t disappear with age. But neither does the chance to understand yourself better.

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What if the brain fog, memory slips, overwhelm, and emotional ups and downs you’ve blamed on “getting older”…weren’t aging at all?

In this episode of Grandma Has ADHD, Jami sits down with UK-based author and menopause expert Michelle Rowlinson for a raw, funny, and incredibly validating conversation about ADHD in midlife, perimenopause, and why so many women spend decades thinking it's just them.

Together, they swap stories, compare symptoms, and unpack why women over 40 and 50 are suddenly discovering ADHD—sometimes right alongside perimenopause. From misdiagnoses to masking, burnout, emotional spirals, and the lifelong feeling of being “too much,” this conversation hits home for so many women navigating this season of life.

Michelle also shares her journey from seven years of unexplained symptoms (heart palpitations, insomnia, weight gain, panic attacks, and even memory lapses so scary she wondered if she had dementia) to discovering perimenopause and writing her bestselling book You, Me, Conquering Perimenopause and Menopause.

Whether you’re diagnosed, questioning, or simply curious, this episode will help you feel seen, understood, and way less alone.

If you enjoyed this episode…Please follow, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear they’re not alone.

ADHD doesn’t have an age limit—and neither does understanding yourself better. 💛

Resources & Links Mentioned:

• Michelle’s Podcast: Menopause: The Real Deal (Spotify & Apple)
• Michelle’s Book: You, Me, Conquering Perimenopause and Menopause — available on Amazon
• Michelle’s website: panaceapaws.co.uk
• Jami’s Book: This Explains So Much: Understanding Undiagnosed ADHD by Jami Shapiro — available on Amazon
• Jami’s Website: jamishapiro.me — Join the Black Friday Workshop— the most money you will ever save on Black Friday

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What if one book could finally make sense of your lifelong struggles with clutter, focus, or follow-through?

In this special solo episode of Grandma Has ADHD, host Jami Shapiro shares insights and readings from her book, This Explains So Much: Understanding Undiagnosed ADHD for Those Who Have Too Much, Feel Too Much, or Have Been Told They Are Too Much.

What began as Jami’s personal discovery of ADHD at midlife became a mission to help others—especially women and adults over 50—understand that what they’ve blamed on “getting older” might actually be ADHD hiding in plain sight. Through her experiences as a senior move manager and founder of Silver Linings Transitions, she weaves together personal stories, client lessons, and heartfelt reflections on how ADHD shapes our homes, habits, and self-worth.

This episode is a glimpse into the heart of This Explains So Much—a compassionate, relatable guide for anyone who’s ever wondered why traditional systems never seem to stick. If you’re ready to replace shame with understanding and see your ADHD through a kinder lens, this one’s for you.

Episode Takeaway:

You don’t have to do it perfectly—you just have to start. ADHD after 50 isn’t a flaw; it’s a framework for understanding yourself in a brand-new way.

Resources & Links Mentioned:

• Book: This Explains So Much: Understanding Undiagnosed ADHD by Jami Shapiro — available on Amazon
• Website: grandmahasadhd.com — Take the ADHD Quiz & Join the Virtual Book Club
• Website: jamishapiro.me — Join the Black Friday Workshop— the most money you will ever save on Black Friday
• Email: [email protected] for workshop and book club info
• Facebook Community: Grandma Has ADHD
• Home organizing & move management: silverliningstransitions.com — Support for ADHD and senior clients decluttering help for ADHD and seniors: silverliningstransitions.com

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What happens when ADHD meets the complex world of healthcare planning?

In this thought-provoking episode of Grandma Has ADHD, host Jami Shapiro sits down with Brett Frankenberg, founder of Apex Health Advocates, who brings over 30 years of experience as a clinician, executive, and healthcare advocate. Together, they unpack why proactive planning is so challenging for ADHD brains—and why “crisis doesn’t make an appointment.”

From his son’s 18-month insurance battle to helping families navigate care decisions, Brett’s story highlights the emotional and practical chaos that can come when we avoid conversations about aging, health, and the future. Jami and Brett also explore how ADHD’s “now vs. not now” mindset plays a huge role in procrastination, overwhelm, and planning paralysis—and how to get unstuck with compassion, humor, and structure.

Whether you’re a caregiver, an adult child of aging parents, or someone with ADHD struggling to “adult” through healthcare paperwork, this episode is your reminder that planning ahead isn’t just responsible—it’s an act of love.

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What if your biggest life reinvention happens after retirement?

In this inspiring episode of Grandma Has ADHD, host Jami Shapiro sits down with Joyce Feustel, a 76-year-old LinkedIn coach and founder of Boomers’ Social Media Tutor, to talk about rediscovering purpose, staying curious, and why it’s never too late to understand your brain.

From leaving a 17-year career in sales at 64 to launching her own business teaching boomers and Gen Xers how to navigate LinkedIn, Joyce shares how she turned curiosity into confidence—and why she might just be living proof that ADHD doesn’t have an age limit.

As Jami gently walks Joyce through an eye-opening conversation about ADHD in older adults, they unpack common myths, late-life realizations, and why so many women over 50 have spent decades thinking they were “just bad at focusing.” You’ll hear stories about forgetting appointments, hyperfixating on what lights you up, and learning to give yourself grace for the things that don’t.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur reinventing yourself at 60, a lifelong learner embracing technology, or someone finally connecting the dots on how your brain works—this episode is a warm reminder that self-understanding has no expiration date.

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What happens when ADHD runs in the family—but each generation experiences it completely differently?

In this candid and often hilarious episode of Grandma Has ADHD, host Jami Shapiro sits down with her 17-year-old daughter, Adyson, for an honest conversation about growing up with ADHD, understanding it across generations, and learning to embrace their brains—laundry piles and all.

From Jami’s early suspicions of Adyson’s ADHD in grade school to her eventual diagnosis in high school, the two share stories that many families will recognize: messy rooms, forgotten chores, and the constant “I’ll do it later.” But beneath the humor lies a deeper look at how ADHD shows up differently in every person, how Gen Z views mental health compared to previous generations, and why understanding neurodiversity is helping bridge family conversations with more compassion (and fewer arguments about laundry).

Together, Jami and Adyson explore self-acceptance, school struggles, and how ADHD can be both a daily challenge and a creative superpower. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or teen figuring it out, this episode reminds us that ADHD isn’t a flaw—it’s a different kind of brilliance.

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What if finally understanding your brain didn’t mean changing who you are—but celebrating how you’re wired?

In this heartfelt episode of Grandma Has ADHD, host Jami Shapiro chats with Charna Kinneberg, one of the founding members of the National Association of Senior Move Managers (NASMM) and a true pioneer in the move management industry.

Charna opens up about growing up dyslexic and undiagnosed with ADHD—always feeling “different,” being called an underachiever despite a high IQ, and learning to navigate life without ever knowing why some things felt harder. Through Jami’s new book This Explains So Much, Charna saw herself reflected for the first time and found healing, validation, and self-acceptance.

Together, Jami and Charna explore the overlapping experiences of ADHD and dyslexia, the hidden challenges of growing up before anyone talked about neurodiversity, and how both women turned those struggles into strengths. They also dive into the emotional side of clutter, storage, and “right-sizing,” sharing powerful lessons from decades helping seniors and families transition with dignity and grace.

If you’ve ever felt “less than,” struggled to stay organized, or wondered why your brain seems to work differently, this episode will leave you feeling seen, understood, and proud of who you are—exactly as you are.

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What if growing older didn’t mean slowing down—but stepping into a more vibrant, intentional life?

In this inspiring episode of Grandma Has ADHD, host Jami Shapiro sits down with Dr. Corinne Auman, founder of Choice Care Navigators, to explore the power of care management and the fresh, exciting possibilities of aging today.

Dr. Auman shares how a deeply personal family caregiving experience led her to create a service that helps families navigate the often overwhelming world of senior care—while bringing dignity, choice, and clarity to every decision. From juggling multiple medications to making big life transitions, she explains why having a care manager can make all the difference, especially for those aging solo or living far from loved ones.

But that’s not all—Corinne also opens up about her own ADHD evaluation journey, the perfectionism and “deadline-driven” habits she’s carried for years, and how ADHD often hides in plain sight, even well into adulthood. Together, Jami and Corinne break down the myths of aging, talk about why we need to de-prescribe medications as much as we prescribe them, and share practical ways to simplify life and embrace growth at every age.

Whether you’re 50+, supporting aging parents, or simply rethinking what getting older can look like, this episode is packed with wisdom, humor, and permission to live fully—without waiting for “the right time.”

Resources & Links Mentioned:

• Dr. Corinne Auman – Website & Book Keenagers: corinneauman.com
• Choice Care Navigators: choicecarenavigators.com
• Silver Linings Transitions: silverliningstransitions.com
• Grandma Has ADHD Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573783106742

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What if the secret to thriving with ADHD isn’t about more discipline—but about asking for help in the right way?

In this eye-opening episode of Grandma Has ADHD, host Jami Shapiro welcomes back ADHD coach, podcast host, and thought leader Jeff Copper to share his groundbreaking concept of the “Intangible Accommodation Axiom.”

Jeff reveals how ADHD is really an executive function impairment, why clarity—not motivation—is the true driver of action, and how direct, out-loud problem solving can change everything. From his own journey with dyslexia and late ADHD diagnosis to 15 years of hosting Attention Talk Radio, Jeff breaks down why talking it out is not weakness—it’s a natural, science-backed way to boost focus and productivity.

Whether you’re over 50, newly diagnosed, or simply tired of “trying harder,” this conversation will give you permission to ask for help without shame—and the tools to make it work.

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