DESCRIPTION: Impostor Syndrome is common for ADHD adults. And, if you don’t address it, it may be holding you back. Ready to change that? KEY TAKEAWAYS: RESOURCES: Website Impostor Syndrome Institute TRANSCRIPT: 00:03: Have you ever wondered what if people find out, I really don’t have what it takes. I don’t know how I’ve gotten it this far without them finding out. If you have, you’re not alone. Imposter syndrome is pervasive and it can hold you back. But you can turn that around. You’ve tuned into Scattered Focused, Done –  Re-Imagining Productivity with ADHD, a podcast for ADHD adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to get your essential work done in a way that...

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DESCRIPTION: Making changes to work better with your ADHD can be hard. But it could be easier if you use these 6 strategies. KEY TAKEAWAYS: RESOURCES: ARTICLE: Are You Persisting in These Four Areas When It’s Better to Quit? TRANSCRIPT: 00:01: Making changes to work better with your ADHD can be hard. But it could be easier if you use these strategies. You’ve tuned into Scattered, Focused, Done –  Reimagining Productivity with ADHD, a podcast for ADHD adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins. And I’m glad you’re joining me today on this journey to...

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DESCRIPTION: Are you avoiding doing what’s important to you because you’re uncomfortable? Ready to get unstuck? When you use these 5 tips to address your discomfort you can get past it and start moving toward your goals. KEY TAKEAWAYS: RESOURCES: ARTICLE: How To Become Shame Resilient When You Have ADHD BOOK: The Tools: 5 Tools to Help You Find Courage, Creativity, and Willpower–and Inspire You to Live Life in Forward Motion by Phil Stutz and Barry Michels TRANSCRIPT: 00:03: Of course you don’t want to be uncomfortable. Who would? I know I don’t. But learning how to be with some discomfort can also help you persist in doing what’s important to you instead of giving up or acting impulsively. Sound like something you’d like to...

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DESCRIPTION: True following through is often a challenge for ADHD adults. But not knowing when to quit may also be problematic for you. Learn from 4 examples of when it might be better to throw in the towel. KEY TAKEAWAYS: RESOURCES: Articles: Books: TRANSCRIPT: 00:03: One of the challenges for ADHD adults no doubt is persisting and following through, closing the loop. So how do you know when it’s time to give up and not persist? You’ve tuned into Scattered Focused, Done – Reimagining Productivity with ADHD, a podcast for ADHD adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired....

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DESCRIPTION: Frustrated when you don’t follow through? Find out why your primary ADHD challenge is one of performance, not knowledge and what you can do about it. KEY TAKEAWAYS: ADHD adults may not execute even when they know what they need to do and even how to do it. Shame, if not addressed, can further exacerbate the lack of follow through for ADHD adults. Simple is not the same as easy. ADHD adults may not perform when they want to because of challenges with the executive functions needed to execute. There are workarounds ADHD adults can use to address these challenges to follow through more often. RESOURCES: Articles/Podcasts: How to Become Shame Resilient When You Have ADHD Feel Like Your Emotions Are in Charge Not...

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DESCRIPTION: Your ADHD may make it harder to listen. But, if you want to do better, to improve your relationships and productivity, you can. Here’s how. KEY TAKEAWAYS: ADHD symptoms can make it hard to listen. ADHD adults might want to upgrade their listening skills to improve relationships, productivity or for some other reason. Preparing for the conversation can help you listen better in the conversation. Taking notes during the conversation can also help you listen. Checking in with the speaker can help you stay engaged and listen better, too. Another way to stay engaged and listen better is to be curious. Deferring your response to another conversation can make it easier to listen, as well. RESOURCES: BOOK: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People...

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DESCRIPTION: If the rules you are following right now are getting in the way of creating the type of ADHD-compatible life you envision you can change that. And you’ll want to if you want to live a life that’s in alignment with your values and allows you to more easily reach your goals. Here’s how to do that. KEY TAKEAWAYS: We all have internalized subconscious rules we follow. Some of these rules are helpful. However, some rules you learned along the way, which may have been helpful earlier, may no longer serve you. To work well with your ADHD, you’ll want to be aware of your rules. And keep those that help you, and drop those that don’t. You can do this by learning strategies...

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DESCRIPTION: It’s true that ADHD adults can be more susceptible to feeling rejected and feel the rejection more intensely. But there are proven strategies to work with these feelings to reduce the intensity and times you feel rejected. Listen to see how you can do this. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Feelings of rejection can be stronger for ADHD adults. Some ADHD adults may have Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria and need medication to treat this condition. ADHD adults not suffering from RSD can work on shifting their mindset to manage their sensitivity to rejection. It is also necessary to consider any comorbid conditions in designing a treatment plan. Some may find it helpful to work with a therapist or ADHD coach to address their rejection sensitivity. RESOURCES: Article: New...

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DESCRIPTION: ADHD adults too often focus on their weaknesses, instead of developing their strengths. That’s a mistake! Here is how you can change that. KEY TAKEAWAYS: ADHD adults may often focus too much on managing their weaknesses. Focusing on talents and building strengths can make it easier to reach goals. Externalizing what you know about yourself is the first step in identifying your talents and strengths. Assessments can be helpful, but you shouldn’t rely on them to identify talents and strengths. RESOURCES: Websites: Kolbe A Index DISC Personality Test Myers-Briggs Type Indicator StrengthsFinder 2.0 Book: ADD Success Stories by Thom Hartman TRANSCRIPT: 00:03: One of the best ways to reach your goals is to identify and build on your talents. But right now, are you...

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DESCRIPTION: True, memory challenges are common for ADHD adults. But these challenges don’t have to get in your way, if you use these solutions. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Your ADHD contributes to your working memory and long-term memory challenges. There are many work arounds to compensate for these challenges, including tools strategies and mindsets. Learning about and acknowledging these challenges can help you choose the work arounds that will work best for you. RESOURCES: ARTICLE: ADHD and Meetings: How to Take and Use Your Notes TRANSCRIPT: 00:00: Wondering if there’s an answer to your ADHD related memory challenges. There is. Though you might be surprised by some of the tips I’ll share. You’ve tune into Scattered, Focused, Done – Reimagining Productivity with ADHD, a podcast for ADHD...

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