Today I talk with Catie Osborn and Erik Gude, who co-host the podcast Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD Adventure. Also known as @catieosaurus and @heygude on TikTok, Catie shares how a major ovarian event ultimately led to an ADHD diagnosis. Erik later joins us and we talk about vulnerability and the big moment ADHD Twitter and ADHD TikTok are having right now. And be sure to check out Infinite Quest! It’s hilarious and can be found on most podcast platforms!   If you liked this interview, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review! You also can support the show at https://patreon.com/adultingwithadhd.   Show edited by HK Productions

58 - Ovaries, ADHD & More! With Catie Osborn and Erik Gude

It was a slap in the face getting diagnosed with ADHD in my mid-30s. It was a sucker punch to learn how hormones relate to ADHD at nearly 40. I'm an ex-journalist who knows how to work Audacity. It just made sense.

The Adulting With ADHD Podcast aims to unpack all the things that weren't covered in that glossy brochure from the doctor's office ... there's a lot of nuance that can't fit on a trifold! I talk to experts and patients about how ADHD relates to hormones, trauma, food/eating, and more.

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In this episode, I delve into the world of clutter with Star Hansen, renowned clutter whisperer and certified professional organizer. Star shares her two decades of experience helping people navigate their clutter to unlock their potential and embrace their true selves, especially those navigating life with ADHD. Mentioned in this episode:  Patreon: Support the podcast and access archives at patreon.com/adultingwithADHD. Free book: Grab your copy of Star’s book, "Why the F am I still not organized?"  http://www.starhansen.com/podcast  

Reframing Clutter with Star Hansen

In this episode, I talk tech, accountability and ADHD management with Sharon Pope, co-founder of Shelpful. Sharon's service, which I use myself, supports people with ADHD in managing daily tasks and self-care routines through a blend of AI and human interaction. Mentioned in this episode:  Patreon Shelpful (ref.)  

AI, ADHD & Accountability with Sharon Pope, Co-founder of Shelpful

In this episode, I explore why staying motivated is such a common challenge, and I share a few ideas on how to deal based on my own struggles as a working parent with ADHD. Mentioned in this episode: Patreon Shelpful (aff) Bullish Society (GetBulish.com) 

How do people with ADHD stay motivated?

In this episode, I talk about my two favorite strategies for getting stuff down: containers (of time) and stacking (of habits/tasks).  Mentioned in this episode:  Women’s Health Survey   ADHD Europe Webinars  Women, ADHD, and Hormones Webinar w/ Dr. Sandra Kooij   

Containers & Stacking

If your holiday break wasn't all it was cracked up to be, this episode is for you! In this episode, I share a few coping mechanisms I put into practice during a winter vacay gone terribly sideways.  Highlights Keeping it simple Asking for help Prioritizing rest Minimum viable morning routine  

58 - Ovaries, ADHD & More! With Catie Osborn and Erik Gude

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