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ADHD Big Brother - ADHD and Depression Solutions, Laughter, and Thoughts

Adult ADHD and Depression can be sucktastic! Let's have a laugh or two while we work to get on the other end of our unique skull spaghetti.  Nominated for best male host in the 2024 Podcasters Peoples Choice Awards, and currently a top 2% global podcast!

Subscribe to the ADHD Big Brother podcast if you want short, entertaining episodes, delivered weekly, that will nudge you forward on managing those adult ADHD symptoms. Do any of these debilitate you:

I have no motivation to do boring things. I can't get started! I have choice paralysis. I have so much self-loathing. I have a million unfinished projects. I have no time management skills.

If so, I can help. 

My name is Russ Jones, I'm a former actor/comedian and a current ADHD Big Brother. I am diagnosed with ADHD and Depressive Disorder. My mission is to help adults wiith ADHD who struggle in the way that I did, and still do, with managing their ADHD and Depression symptoms.  I'm trained in integrative wellness coaching and have education and years of experience in ADHD specific coaching. My view is that this process is most effective through community. Visit adhdbigbrother.circle.so to learn about our growing community of adults with ADHD who are all getting our sh^t together...together! It's ADHD Coaching by Community! 

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057 - How Do People Make Choices?!

Today I am offering up some insight on the choice to choosing choices...or something! Visit the ADHD Big Brother Contact page to let me know if you want to be put on the wait list for some group coaching! For more information about the course on overcoming task paralysis, lack of motivation, and finishing what you start, click here! UPDATE: giveaway has ended 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-min...

Oct 10, 202212 minSeason 2Ep. 57

056 - Is The Inner Work Taking Too Long? Try This!

Today we explore what we can try when the inner work is taking too long. For more information and help with your ADHD visit ADHDBigBrother.com Reach out and say hi: CONTACT ME HERE UPDATE: Giveaway has ended 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a project. No sales, just me asking some questions and thanking you for your time. I remember what it was like a...

Oct 03, 202214 minSeason 2Ep. 56

055 - The Intrusive Thought Fixes

Visit ADHDBigBrother.com for more ADHD/Depression help! Today I talk about how I handle intrusive thoughts that I just can't seem to shake. This week had me in the dumps, and this was the work I did UPDATE: giveaway has ended! 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a project. No sales, just me asking some questions and thanking you for your time. I remember...

Sep 26, 202221 minSeason 2Ep. 55

054 - Goals And Some Depression Stuff...FUN!

I achieved a goal! And then things went sideways! And I know why! And I want you to know so it doesn't happen to you! Here's the link to the self-paced ADHD program that I mentioned. 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a project. No sales, just me asking some questions and thanking you for your time. I remember what it was like as a stay at home dad look...

Sep 19, 202217 minSeason 2Ep. 54

053 - Interview With Comedy Writer Matt Lawton

Well, we were going to talk about imposter syndrome, but we got so much more! Had such a fun time talking with my good friend, comedy writer Matt Lawton. Matt has written for Community, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Superstore and is currently working on the primetime animated series The Great North! You can watch it on Hulu in the states, or Disney + elsewhere! He's a hilarious fella, a great friend, and has some wonderful takeaway insights for you! Enjoy! ADHD Big Brother Website The ADHD Big Brother Se...

Sep 12, 202229 minSeason 2Ep. 53

052 - Tired of Unfinished Projects? Here's a Fix!

Today we talk about all those unfinished projects, and how we can actually change that! You mean it's possible to finish what you start?! YES! All the program videos for the course now exclusively lives inside that ADHD Big Brother community, here is the link to learn more about our community of ADHDers all getting our shit together....together! If you would like to reach out and connect, you can do so by heading to the ADHD Big Brother website, contacting me through there! Looking forward to he...

Sep 05, 202213 minSeason 2Ep. 52

051 - Translating Normie (neurotypical) Terms For The ADHD Brain

We hear these all the time: "Just do it!" and "It's not about motivation, it's about discipline!" And today I'm going to translate this so that it makes sense...to US! And here is the link to the course to - End Task Paralysis, Overcome Lack of Motivation, and Finish What You Start! 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a project. No sales, just me asking ...

Aug 29, 202213 minSeason 2Ep. 51

050 - Revisiting Why Affirmations Don't Work and Why Taskfirmations Do!

The episode on Affirmations (Ep 21) has been the most listened to podcast here, and I received multiple emails and DMs asking for me to talk more about the idea of Taskfirmations. Here ya go! Click on the title to purchase Michelle Gordon's book "The Girl Who Loved Too Much" on Amazon (A main character with ADHD! Cool!) The ADHD Big Brother course to end task paralysis, overcome lack of motivation, and finish what you start is now available! Click here 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a lig...

Aug 22, 202212 minSeason 2Ep. 50

049 - Surviving the Onslaught of the ADHD Brain

I couldn't figure out how to title this one! It seemed too much to say..."The episode where we deal with how rude the ADHD brain is and a great method that I use to keep myself from becoming consumed by negative thinking!" UPDATE: The course is actually complete! You can purchase it here! 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a project. No sales, just me a...

Aug 15, 202213 minSeason 2Ep. 49

048 - If You Struggle To Get Started, This Is For You!

This might be an unpopular opinion, but if you struggle with ADHD and Depression, I made this episode for you. As someone who is diagnosed ADHD predominantly inattentive along with depressive disorder, this is how I move forward on my goals. I hope it helps you. As mentioned in the episode, this is the link to get my free ebook "Descending to the Top". This is the perspective shift that changed how I viewed goals, and made them so much easier to move forward on! Buckle up, and enjoy this episode...

Aug 08, 202213 minSeason 2Ep. 48

047 - ADHD Goals vs Normie Goals

As discussed in this weeks episode (UPDATE: the program is done! you can see it/get it by clicking here! ) Today we talk about ADHD Goals! We CAN do it, guys! It IS possible! Don't forget to subscribe to stay alerted when new episodes come out! Come hang out with me on Instagram! DM me and say hi! @adhdbigbrother.podcast 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validati...

Aug 01, 202217 minSeason 2Ep. 47

046 - ADHD and Shame

Another feel good fun episode! :) Any questions, please reach out via the website ADHDBigBrother.com Connect with me on instagram: adhdbigbrother.podcast 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a project. No sales, just me asking some questions and thanking you for your time. I remember what it was like as a stay at home dad looking for my purpose when my ki...

Jul 25, 202214 minSeason 2Ep. 46

045 - The One About Overthinking

How do we stop the ruminating?! How to we stop obsessing over the same scenario, or the 1000 different version of a scenario? Today we take a stab at it! Follow me on instragram: @adhdbigbrother.podcast Reach out via the website: ADHDBigBrother.com 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a project. No sales, just me asking some questions and thanking you for...

Jul 18, 202215 minSeason 2Ep. 45

044 - ADHD: The Things I Accept, and The Things I Don't

This is a fun little rant! Enjoy! :) You can also listen to part 2 of my 3 part series on the Faster, Easier, Better Show with my mentor Ellen Goodwin! Contact ADHD Big Brother Follow me on instagram: @adhdbigbrother.podcast 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a project. No sales, just me asking some questions and thanking you for your time. I remember w...

Jul 11, 202214 minSeason 2Ep. 44

043 - What Comes First, Motivation or Action?

The timeless question is finally answered for those of us with ADHDWCD, or if we want to spell the whole dang thing out: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder With Comorbid Depression. If you want to hear me on my good friend Ellen's podcast, follow this link and you can listen to The Faster, Easier, Better Show 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a p...

Jul 04, 202215 minSeason 2Ep. 43

042 - Mental Tension?

To see the before and after photos mentioned in this episode, CLICK HERE 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a project. No sales, just me asking some questions and thanking you for your time. I remember what it was like as a stay at home dad looking for my purpose when my kids went back to school. I'm curious about your experience. Click here to grab a 1...

Jun 27, 202214 minSeason 2Ep. 42

041 - The Reason Accountability Doesn't Work

Accountability is a productivity buzzword that seems to have lost its meaning with me. I view it a little bit different. In this very quick episode, I explain how I view accountability, and what I believe makes for a great accountability partner. Learn more about ADHD Big Brother by visiting the website! www.ADHDBigBrother.com 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm va...

Jun 20, 202211 minSeason 2Ep. 41

040 - Getting Started on a MEGA Project

It's hard enough to get started on a task, let alone on a multi-step MEGA PROJECT! Today we talk about how that's possible for those of us with ADHD! For more help, check out the ADHD Big Brother website ! 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a project. No sales, just me asking some questions and thanking you for your time. I remember what it was like as ...

Jun 13, 202216 minSeason 2Ep. 40

039 - Transitions with Special Guest Ellen Goodwin

This episode was a treat because I got to talk to a great friend, and my mentor, Ellen Goodwin. Ellen is the author of DONE: How To Work When No One Is Watching, a productivity consultant, TEDx speaker, and the co-host of The Faster, Easier, Better Show, a micro-podcast dedicated to improving efficiency in all areas of life. And today she helps us with transitions! Learn more about Ellen at her website EllenGoodwin.com 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crust...

Jun 06, 202220 minSeason 2Ep. 39

038 - ADHD, Depression, and the Power of Questions

If you are struggling with ADHD+Depression, this may help! This has helped me out of many an episode of self-loathing. If you were interested in the excel file I mentioned in the episode, you can find it by clicking here. And if you have ideas on how to make the file even cooler, I demand that you reach out. I'm currently hyper-fixated on excel! 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversati...

May 29, 202218 minSeason 2Ep. 38

037 - Planning?! But I Have ADHD! Try This...

👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a project. No sales, just me asking some questions and thanking you for your time. I remember what it was like as a stay at home dad looking for my purpose when my kids went back to school. I'm curious about your experience. Click here to grab a 15 minute time to talk. ⚡️ Come see what ADHDBB is all about! We are a com...

Apr 18, 202213 minSeason 2Ep. 37

036 - The Silliest Word Associated With ADHD

👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a project. No sales, just me asking some questions and thanking you for your time. I remember what it was like as a stay at home dad looking for my purpose when my kids went back to school. I'm curious about your experience. Click here to grab a 15 minute time to talk. ⚡️ Come see what ADHDBB is all about! We are a com...

Apr 11, 202215 minSeason 2Ep. 36

035 - ADHD and (my) Depression

Let's discuss the funnest of the comorbidities....depression! Ugh. I discuss my depressive disorder and how I deal with my depressive episodes. There's a light at the end of this tunnel! Mentioned in the podcast: I Want To Change My Life by Steve Melemis Visit my website: ADHD Big Brother 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a project. No sales, just me a...

Apr 04, 202222 minSeason 2Ep. 35

034 - ADHD Hyperfocus is NOT a Superpower or a Gift! Let's Discuss...

Today we talk about hyperfocus! Oh, I clearly have some opinions on the matter! 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a project. No sales, just me asking some questions and thanking you for your time. I remember what it was like as a stay at home dad looking for my purpose when my kids went back to school. I'm curious about your experience. Click here to g...

Mar 21, 202215 minSeason 2Ep. 34

033 - ADHD and the Curse of the Long Term Goal

Today we're going to learn how to have and achieve a long term goal whilst living with ADHD! Learn more at adhdbigbrother.com 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a project. No sales, just me asking some questions and thanking you for your time. I remember what it was like as a stay at home dad looking for my purpose when my kids went back to school. I'm ...

Mar 14, 202216 minSeason 2Ep. 33

032 - If You Only Made ONE Change To Manage Your ADHD, Do This!

Visit www.ADHDBigBrother.com and say hi! 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a project. No sales, just me asking some questions and thanking you for your time. I remember what it was like as a stay at home dad looking for my purpose when my kids went back to school. I'm curious about your experience. Click here to grab a 15 minute time to talk. ⚡️ Come s...

Mar 07, 202219 minSeason 2Ep. 32

031 - The Term Executive Function Doesn't Work For Me...Think Of It Like This Instead

I did a fair bit of referencing in this one so here are some links that you may find helpful if you want to deep dive and get further into the science of this silly term: executive function. Watch this 15 minute presentation by Russell Barkley Watch this 50 minute presentation by Russell Barkley And the greatest invention in the world of externalizing planning: The Bullet Journal Method 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I...

Feb 28, 202221 minSeason 2Ep. 31

030 - ADHD and the Neverending Story Metaphor - TRIGGER WARNING!

You've been warned! Putting this episode together got me weepy! Sensitive people may get choked up, like I did! I also threw some comedy in there to balance out the emotion salad! 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a project. No sales, just me asking some questions and thanking you for your time. I remember what it was like as a stay at home dad looking...

Feb 21, 202220 minSeason 2Ep. 30

029 - Is It Too Difficult To Motivate When Things Aren't Urgent? This Is For You!

Today we are talking about how to motivate to do tasks when there is no urgency or no impending deadline. 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a project. No sales, just me asking some questions and thanking you for your time. I remember what it was like as a stay at home dad looking for my purpose when my kids went back to school. I'm curious about your e...

Feb 14, 202214 minSeason 2Ep. 29

028 - How to Have a Good Life With ADHD - Week 6 of the 8 Week Nudge Series

Spoiler Alert: Quit fixing the leaks....let the dam burst and get a canoe! 👉 Are you a parent with ADHD who has a light inside them that is being crusted over by the demands of life? I would love to have a 15-minute conversation with you. I'm validating a project. No sales, just me asking some questions and thanking you for your time. I remember what it was like as a stay at home dad looking for my purpose when my kids went back to school. I'm curious about your experience. Click here to grab a...

Feb 06, 202219 minEp. 28
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