I Have ADHD Podcast

123 10 Shifts in 3 Years

07 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is a behind the scenes look at Kristen Carder’s journey. I've changed A LOT in the last 3 years and I'm sharing the specifics of who...

122 ADHD and The Weight of the World

31 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

[TRIGGER WARNING: I discuss current world events on this podcast and invite you to feel negative emotion with me] In the last 2 weeks, some very heav...

121 ADHD Diagnosis Over 50

24 Aug 2021

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Today’s episode is for senior adults who have been diagnosed or are considering seeking a diagnosis for ADHD. Is it worth it? Should you bother seek...

120 ADHD Medications with Dr. Russell Barkley

17 Aug 2021

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Dr. Russell Barkley joins me on today's episode to discuss the different types of ADHD medications and what he sees as THE BEST treatment plan for adu...

119 Interview with Dr Russell Barkley (!!!!!!)

10 Aug 2021

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Dr. Russell Barkley is THE authority on adult ADHD and he is here with us today to chat about all the things. Do not miss this! Visit www.ihaveadhd.c...

118 The ADHD Penalty (and why you should stop)

03 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The adhd penalty is the self-inflicted punishment that we feel obligated to inflict upon ourselves because of our adhd shortcomings. This penalty ALWA...

117 Slow and Steady (gross, I know)

27 Jul 2021

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If I add "gross, I know" to the title, does it make this episode more palatable to you?! Today I talk to my client Sacha about his journey going SLOWL...

116 When you question your diagnosis

20 Jul 2021

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Today’s episode is for those of you who question your diagnosis. My client, Emma Strong shares her journey of getting diagnosed and then questioning...

115 Your Special Mind (Especial-Mente TDAH)

13 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

BUCKLE UP!!If you are someone whose family didn't understand or validate your ADHD, you are going to LOVE this conversation. And especially, if you ar...

Podcast Bonus: HOW to be Successful When You're Inconsistent

08 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We've discussed that it's POSSIBLE to be inconsistent and successful, and this episode is all about howwwwww to do it.  Entrepreneurs, sign up for m...

114 An Inconsistent Success

06 Jul 2021

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You do not have to be consistent in order to be successful. You do not have to be consistent in order to be successful.  You do not have to be cons...

Podcast Bonus: The Inconsistent Entrepreneur

01 Jul 2021

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Sign up for my 5-day training at www.ihaveadhd.com/courseCalling all entrepreneurs! You don't have to be consistent in order to be a success in your b...

113 Wasting Time

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Most adults with ADHD often identify as time-wasters. I’m going to walk you through why this is super counter-intuitive and why we should NEVER beli...

112 Self Kindness (gross, I know)

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If the thought of being nice to yourself makes you want to barf, I get it...but I've learned that it's one of the key factors in making any kind of su...

111 Why You're Not Productive

15 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I've got the secret to being productive and I'm giving it to you today! In this episode I discuss the number one reason why you're not productive...an...

110 The Benefits of Yoga and Other Musings

08 Jun 2021

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In this episode, my client Taucha gives us the scoop on her transition from a career in speech pathology to becoming a yoga teacher. Hang out with us ...

109 Internal Authority Part 2: Ethics and Values

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Easily swayed by others? Don't feel steadfast in making decisions? Your ethics and values are at the core of establishing an internal authority. Tune ...

108 Indigenous and ADHD

25 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

ADHD is not just for White people! On today's episode I interview my client Jennifer who is half white and half Native Canadian. Her perspective is so...

107 Coaching Call with Kristen

18 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you struggle to manage your impulsivity in order to follow your calendar? Do you feelings of fear and shame ever hold you back from doing what you ...

106 Internal Authority

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you struggle to identify and meet your own needs? Do you struggle to self-validate? Do you melt when someone disapproves of you or a decision you m...

105 "Is ADHD an Excuse?"

04 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

At some point, every adult with ADHD has to wrestle with this question: Am I just making an excuse? So it's high time we have a heart to heart about t...

104. 50% Latina, 50% White, 100% ADHD

27 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This interview is in the series of interviews I did with my BIPOC clients on the theme that 'ADHD is not just for white people.' Today I have a conver...

103 The Dangers of ADHD

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Most people downplay ADHD in adults. Isn't it a childhood disorder? I thought it was just for boys? What's the big deal? Call your aunties and your gr...

102 What I Wish My Doctor Had Told Me About ADHD

13 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When I was diagnosed, my doc said, "Yep, you have ADHD. Here's some Concerta!" Maybe your experience was similar to mine. This episode is a deep dive ...

101 I Think I Have Adult ADHD

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

SO. You think you might have ADHD and you're not sure what TF to do. Yeah, I get it. Here are 5 easy, actionable steps to take.  If you want the pri...

100 Symptoms of Adult ADHD

30 Mar 2021

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If you're wondering what Adult ADHD looks like, this is your episode. I quickly break down the main symptoms of adult ADHD and how those symptoms migh...

Podcast BONUS: When You Make A Mistake And Want To Die

29 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

3 days ago I made what I considered to be a huge mistake. Today I'm sharing all of the juicy details with you in an effort to NORMALIZE our flaws. Enj...

99 ADHD and Friendship

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It can be very hard for ADHDers to make and keep friends. Why? And what can we do about it? On today's episode I have my ADHD BFF Verity Garvey here t...

98 The Importance of an ADHD Community

16 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's hard to have ADHD. We are so often misunderstood and rejected by our peer groups. Dr. Ned Hallowell says that fellowship is the safest and most e...

97 Build Your ADHD Scaffolding

09 Mar 2021

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Scaffolding is a system, structure, or framework of SUPPORT. Dr. Russell Barkley says that humans of ADHD must have a scaffolding of support around th...

96 POC & ADHD: Find The Gold Where You Are

02 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, my client Karima speaks of her experience as a black girl growing up in an all-white village in France; how she was labeled a problem...

95 Business Coaching with Kristen

23 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Calling all entrepreneurs, side-hustlers, and anyone trying to get sh*t done! This episode is a coaching call from Focused. Every month we have a busi...

94 Pardoning Your Past Self: Part 2

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you're a perfectionist, this episode is for YOU! I can't wait for you to hear from my client, Melia, who was the first to come up with the concept ...

93 Pardoning Your Past Self

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's time that you issue a pardon to your past self. Failed a class in college? Pardoned! Forgot to pack your kid's lunch? Pardoned! Got fired from yo...

92 ADHD is Not Just for White People

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in today for an eye-opening and vulnerable conversation that I have with my client, Shannon Taylor. Shannon is a perfect example of what's possib...

91 The Power Move

26 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I've got a major ADHD life hack for you today! It's probably not exactly what you're expecting, but it's changed my life and I think it will change yo...

90 Surviving Saturdays

19 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I don't know about you, but I turn into a complete monster when I have a day off. And since we just got through the Christmas break, I have a LOT of t...

89 The Art of Getting Back on the Horse

12 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I love it when my clients are amazing examples of what is possible for adults with ADHD.My dear client Rich sent me his 2020 evaluation and I HAD to i...

88 ADHD Coaching

28 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Need a boost? Perfect, this call is for you. I coach on anxiety, overwhelm, obligations, procrastination, and business. I want you to see how helpful ...

87 Conversation with My Sister: A Physical Therapist and Super Hyperactive ADHDer

22 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I interview my sister Adrienne Himelright. Adrienne has ADHD and is a Doctor of Physical Therapy. She's an awesome example of what's p...

86 The 2021 Impossible Goal

15 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What are you capable of in 2021? The only way to find out is to set a big scary goal for yourself! In this episode you'll learn WHY you should go for ...

85 Stop Striving for Perfection

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When adults with ADHD set goals, we usually strive for the IDEAL rather than something attainable. This creates MORE failure for us. In this episode w...

84 When You Get Nothing Done

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ever have one of those days where you "lose" 6 hours to spacing out on the couch? When you do, how do you treat yourself? This episode is a deep-dive ...

83 Stop Shoulding on Yourself

24 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

ADHDers don’t like to be told what to do. So why do we spend so much of our own mental energy telling ourselves that we “should” and “have to”...

82 Overcoming Overwhelm

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

For ADHDers, overwhelm is a whole thing. A WHOLE THING. In this episode you'll learn specific strategies for tackling overwhelm and kicking it to the ...

81 Capitalize on Your Strengths

10 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I don’t have it all together. There, I said it. In this episode I dive into why it’s important to focus on our strengths and allow ourselves to ha...

80 Change Your Mind About Yourself

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You can’t hate yourself into improvement. You have to change your mind about yourself first.On today’s episode, I chat with my client and friend V...

Podcast BONUS Adult ADHD Coaching

29 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you're being medically treated for your ADHD, then coaching can make all the difference in helping you move from point A to point B.This episode is...

78 Bad Days

27 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I had a REALLY bad day recently and it just so happened to be podcast recording day. I almost didn’t record an episode for you, but thought maybe it...

78 How to Follow Through

20 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Every adult with ADHD wants to learn how to follow through. This episode includes a 4-step process that you can use to become someone who does what th...

77 ADHDer: Your Memory Sucks

13 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is kind of a good news/bad news situation :) If you have ADHD, then your memory is terrible. Specifically, your nonverbal working memory....

76 You 2.0

06 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In last week’s episode, I taught you the concept of your future self. This week you’re going to hear from Jen 2.0, one of my clients who has used ...

75 Your Future (Badass) Self

29 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Most of us spend a lot of time thinking about the past and beating ourselves up about it. The result we get from this is MORE of the past. Ever notice...

74 Taking Massive Action

22 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Massive action is the type of action that produces an actual RESULT. It's the opposite of passive action (researching, learning, asking for help) whic...

73 Adult ADHD + Procrastination

15 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Finally! We’re chatting today about procrastination – why we do it and how to overcome it. www.ihaveadhd.com for more adult ADHD resources.See Pr...

72 Keeping Your Sanity in 2020

08 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In the midst of Covid-19, an election year, and all of the difficult cultural issues in our world, here’s my pep talk for you to STAY FOCUSED on wha...

71 Success Intolerance and Self-Sabotage

01 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

No one tells you that success actually feels TERRIBLE, but it does. I want you to be on the lookout for the discomfort that goes along with reaching g...

70 How To Be Productive

25 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

All adults with ADHD want to learn how to be more productive. Today on the podcast I’m sharing my 5-step FAIL PROOF system for upping your productiv...

69 2 Results-Stealing Mindsets to Avoid

18 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today I’m and telling you about the 2 mindsets that will always 100% steal positive results from you. I speak from experience, and I hope you find t...

68 My New Beliefs About Money

11 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

ADHDers are notoriously bad with money – I want to lead CHANGE for our community in this area. Everything about my finances has transformed in the l...

67 Change IS Possible for ADHD Adults

04 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you wonder if it’s too late for you? Do you make the same mistakes over and over and wonder if improving is even possible? On today’s episode, ...

66 How To Be Consistent

28 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is probably the most important episode I’ve recorded to date. www.ihaveadhd.com for more adult ADHD resources.  See Privacy Policy at https:/...

65 ADHD + Buffering

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Buffering is anything we do to avoid feeling badly. Identifying buffering in your life is a MAJOR ADHD HACK because once you see it for what it is, yo...

64 Adult ADHD + Outsourcing

14 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode is all about intentionally spending on your time on what you’re good at and outsourcing the stuff that you suck at. I’ve got lot...

63 Adult ADHD + How to Fail (And Not Let It Break You)

07 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Failure is the most important skill you need to learn if you want to be successful. I know we've talked about it before, but DUDE! If we ADHDers could...

62 Adult ADHD + All the Ideas

30 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today we talk about sticking with ONE idea at a time and seeing it through to completion. Our brains love novelty and hate boredom, but if we want to ...

61. 100k in 6 Months – If I Can Do It, YOU Can Do It

23 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today I’m sharing the 5 things I’ve recently learned about entrepreneurship that have changed EVERYTHING for me. It’s allowing me to create mone...

60 Accepting Your Adult ADHD

16 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Self-acceptance is the FOUNDATION for behavior change. You will never produce consistent positive results in your life if you don’t first decide to ...

59 Adult ADHD + Self Confidence

09 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Raise your hand if you struggle with self-confidence. Today’s episode is a class that I taught in Focused on Self-Concept & Identity, which are ...

58 Adult ADHD + Permission to Rest

02 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you give yourself permission to rest and relax? My guess is that you don’t. Let’s chat about how ADHD adults can peacefully turn their Ferrari ...

57. 10 Tips for Going to Bed On Time

26 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Raise your hand if you struggle to go to bed on time. “On time” = when you want to go to bed, or when you promise yourself (and others) that you’...

56 Adult ADHD and Perfectionism

19 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re talking about perfectionism: Holding yourself to unrealistically high standards and then beating yourself up when you inevitably do not ...

55 Adult ADHD + Procrastivity

12 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Procrastivity is a term that Russell Ramsay coined, and I love it. Ramsay is the author of the new book, Rethinking Adult ADHD, and I’m telling you:...

54 Married to ADHD with Greg Carder [Part 2]

05 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode is part 2 of my conversation with my husband, Greg. We laugh about time blindness, the fact that I hate getting out of the car whene...

53 Married to ADHD with Greg Carder [Part 1]

28 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Meet my husband Greg! He’s my polar opposite and he’s here to chat about what it’s like to be in relationship with an ADHDer. On today’s episo...

52 Adult ADHD + Waking Up on Time

14 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

One of the topics that I coach on the most is getting out of bed “on time.” This is HUGE for adults with ADHD. If you struggle with waking up and ...

51 Adult ADHD + Quarantine

07 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Well, here we are! If you’re struggling to find your way during quarantine, you’re not alone. I am too. I’m here today with 5 reason why quarant...

50 Get Out of the Funk: Generating Positive Emotion

31 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

No one ever told me that I get to choose how I feel about something. I always thought my emotions happened to me. Today we chat about interrupting our...

49 Emotions ALWAYS Lead to Our Actions [or Our Inaction]

24 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Emotions always lead to our actions. So…want to stop avoiding? Wish you could stop procrastinating? Sick of getting stuck on social media? The secre...

48 ADHD & Shame (again)

19 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Shame is something that all of us with ADHD experience. It’s the feeling of contempt that we have for ourselves when we fail to meet our own expecta...

47 Life is 50/50 (and why this is good news)

10 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Life is 50% positive emotion and 50% negative emotion. This means that when you feel awful, nothing has gone wrong…you’re normal. Want to stop pro...

46 Thoughts and Emotions are the KEYS to Action

03 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, ADHD coach Jessica Heimsoth chats with Kristen about the importance of managing our thoughts and FEELING our emotions. I wanted you t...

45 ADHD + Setting [Realistic] Goals

24 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you're being treated for ADHD and still don't feel like you're reaching your potential, I want you to join Focused. It's my monthly coaching member...

44 ADHD + Time Blindness

18 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you are an adult with ADHD who needs a coach, check out www.ihaveadhd.com/focusedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pri...

43 ADHD + When Something Always Comes UP

11 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

People often say "I want to get this done, but something always comes up" Let's discuss this concept. In my world, nothing EVER comes up. Here are 10 ...

42 ADHD and Schedule Fantasies

04 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Stop fantasizing and start DOING.  www.ihaveadhd.com/focusedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:/...

41 ADHD and Decision Making

28 Jan 2020

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Decisions + ADHD = HARD!!! Here are some tips to help you!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art...

38 How to Prioritize with ADHD

07 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Setting priorities is so difficult for us! How in the world do we choose what is important?   Visit www.ihaveadhd.com/focused if you want to be coa...

37 ADHD and Reflection: Reviewing 2019

30 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

visit www.ihaveadhd.com/focused for information on coaching for adults with ADHD.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privac...

36 Emotional Dysregulation: What To Do When You're Triggered

13 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

5 Steps to feeling better when someone says or does something to set you off. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy ...

35. 5 Things You Need INSTEAD of Motivation

05 Dec 2019

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Yep, you read that right I"M DONE WITH MOTIVATION. Here are 5 things I'm doing instead. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi...

34 Parenting with ADHD with our friend Laura

22 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

You asked for it! Here ya go! Definitely NOT the "10 tricks to being a perfect parent" episode that you were probably hoping for, but still valuable a...

33 Saying No

15 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It's so hard to say no - especially for us ADHDers. Let's chat about why saying no is ESSENTIAL if we're going to stay focused and reach our potential...

32 ADHD and Failure

08 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The ability to fail (and not let it break us) is one of the most necessary skills that we need to develop. What I am noticing as I am coaching my ADHD...

31 ADHD + Autism Spectrum Disorder with Laura Brooke

01 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Our friend Laura Brooke (PHL Organizer) is back to discuss her recent diagnosis of ASD and to give us some insight to how ADHD and ASD differ and how ...

30 ADHD and Neuroplasticity

25 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Your  ADHD brain is in charge of EVERYTHING in your life, and it can change and improve!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi...

29 How to Get an ADHD Diagnosis

11 Oct 2019

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How does one acquire an ADHD diagnosis? Here are some very practical tips. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not...

28 Celebrities With ADHD: If THEY Can Do It, WE Can Do It

27 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ready for some inspiration?! Well, here it is. I'm super pumped to share this episode with you! From Simone Biles to Bill Gates - there's nothing we c...

27 ADHD Habits

20 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If you have ADHD, then you struggle with habits! Let's figure out a way to do the things we want to do....See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priv...

26 Thought Downloads: Next Level Stuff!

11 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I'm baaaaaaaaaaaack!!! So excited to be with you today! Serving up some things I've learned over my two-month break! Enjoy!See Privacy Policy at https...