Because of our deficient frontal lobes, planning, prioritizing, and following through are very difficult for ADHDers. This makes setting and achieving goals HARD! Today, I will walk you through a fun exercise to plan out what might be possible for you in 2022 and give you a simple action plan to make it happen. Visit www.ihaveadhd.com for more resources Hang out with me on Instagram @i.have.adhd.podcast
Dec 21, 2021•42 min•Ep. 138
ADHDers aren't great at reflection, which often leads us to staying stuck. In this episode, I walk you through a practice of evaluating your year so that you can move forward and create the life that you want! I also spill the tea about what's happened in MY life in 2021. Tune in for an all-around great time. Visit www.ihaveadhd.com for more resources Hang out with me on Instagram @i.have.adhd.podcast
Dec 14, 2021•34 min•Ep. 137
If ADHD isn't your superpower (it isn't), then what is? Today Kristen walks you through an exercise to determine what your true gift, superpower, and awesomeness is. Tune in for the most encouraging episode of the entire year! Visit www.ihaveadhd.com for more resources! Hang out with me on Instagram @i.have.adhd.podcast
Dec 07, 2021•23 min•Ep. 136
Welp...this episode is either going to make you feel super validated and pumped-up orrrrrrrr super triggered. What we're chatting about today is my OPINION, and I acknowledge that not everyone thinks the same way that I do. I encourage you to listen and see what YOU think: Is ADHD a superpower? A gift? Or, "awesome"? Hear me explain why I think this way of speaking about ADHD has the potential to do more harm than good. I promise we end on a really happy, loving, and validating no...
Nov 30, 2021•21 min•Ep. 135
[Trigger Warning: Fat phobia, anti-fat bias, Thanksgiving, obesity, medical bias toward plus-sized people. Please save this episode for a time when you feel emotionally able to interact with these ideas] Gather 'round the table, my friends, we're going to have a chat about being plus sized and ADHD, and the specific challenges that plus sized people face when seeking to obtain ADHD diagnosis and treatment. Please be gentle with me and with yourself as you listen to this conversation th...
Nov 23, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 134
Today I'm interviewing my team and giving you a behind the scenes look at what it's like to work with a crazy ADHD brain. I am a firm believer that if we have the ability to hire out our frontal lobe, we SHOULD! This episode will help you to let go of some of that control, be willing to feel vulnerable, and get the help that you deserve. Want to work with MY team? Reach out to Selena @selenanjegovanvirtualsolutions or visit www.selenanjegovan.com and Felicia (for coaching!) @feliciaann...
Nov 16, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 133
Today's episode is a compilation of funny ADHD stories sent in from listeners around the world - from leaving the car running to booking a flight to the wrong country, ADHD never disappoints....it always keeps interesting! Sit back, relax, and enjoy these hilarious and relatable stories! Visit www.ihaveadhd.com for more resources Hang out with me on Instagram @i.have.adhd.podcast
Nov 09, 2021•26 min•Ep. 132
Today we're going to dive deep into a question that I get asked a lot: "Should I tell people that I have ADHD?" The truth is, only you can decide...and I am here to help you make a decision that feels aligned with who you are and what you want. Visit www.ihaveadhd.com for more resources Hang out with me on Instagram @i.have.adhd.podcast
Nov 02, 2021•26 min•Ep. 131
There's a reason why you want to stay up later (and then wake up later) than all of the neuro-typicals in your life, and it's not because you're lazy. Turns out, about 75% of ADHDers studied report symptoms in line with Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome. Tune in to learn more! Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome May Be Linked Visit www.ihaveadhd.com for more resources...
Oct 26, 2021•32 min•Ep. 130
Every ADHDer wants to learn the skill of overcoming procrastination. In this episode I give you my top 4 tips on how to stop procrastinating and get sh*t done. Visit www.ihaveadhd.com for more resources. Hang out with me on Instagram @i.have.adhd.podcast
Oct 19, 2021•57 min•Ep. 129
Are you massively creative and feel like the ideas just never stop coming? How in the world do you constrain and choose one thing to focus on? This episode is a conversation I have with my client Lindsay Eagar who's a critically-acclaimed author with no shortage of ideas! We chat about all the things and I know you're going to love it! You can find more information about Lindsay and her books at www.lindsayeagarbooks.com You can also finder her on Twitter @lindsaymccall Visit www.ihave...
Oct 12, 2021•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 128
You know that thing we do where we have to spend at least an hour doing nothing...essentially "wasting time" before we get into our work for the day? Yeah, I recorded a whole episode on this topic! This episode is for those of you who need a ton of warmup and prep-time before actually getting anything done. I have good news for you: YOU'RE NORMAL....and I know you're going to love this episode! Visit www.ihaveadhd.com for more resources Hang out with me on Instagram @i.have.a...
Oct 05, 2021•31 min•Ep. 127
How is it possible that it's taken me 126 episodes to record one on time management? This episode is deep - we talk about the REAL reasons we can't manage our time, and what we can do about it. Visit www.ihaveadhd.com for more resources Hang out with me on Instagram @i.have.adhd.podcast
Sep 28, 2021•32 min•Ep. 126
If you have trouble slowing down and shutting your brain off, this episode is for you! I'll dive into why we resist rest and how we can begin to overcome this tendency. Visit www.ihaveadhd.com for more resources Hang out with me on Instagram @i.have.adhd.podcast
Sep 21, 2021•31 min•Ep. 125
Self-sabotage is a (normal) human behavior pattern that undermines our success and thwarts forward motion. In this episode, we dive DEEP into why we sabotage ourselves and how we can interrupt this self-defeating pattern. Hang out with me on Instagram @i.have.adhd.podcast Visit www.ihaveadhd.com for more resources
Sep 14, 2021•54 min•Ep. 124
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 I used to be and who I am now. Hang out with me on Instagram @i.have.adhd.podcast Visit www.ihaveadhd.com for more resources
Sep 07, 2021•29 min•Ep. 123
[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 heavy and concerning world events have taken place. With so much suffering happening right now, I wanted to record an episode for you that acknowledges our collective pain and gives you some strategies on how to cope so that you can be an informed and caring human without being totally distracted and non-functional. I am sending you so much love! Visit ...
Aug 31, 2021•25 min•Ep. 122
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 seeking treatment? Listen as I chat with my client Jane who was diagnosed at 52 and is experiencing all kinds of relief. Hang out with me on Instagram @i.have.adhd.podcast Visit www.ihaveadhd.com for more resources
Aug 24, 2021•32 min•Ep. 121
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 adult ADHD. Visit www.ihaveadhd.com/symptoms to get the freebie mentioned in today's episode. Hang out with me on Instagram @i.have.adhd.podcast
Aug 17, 2021•57 min•Ep. 120
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.com for more resources Hang out with me on Instagram @i.have.adhd.podcast
Aug 10, 2021•26 min•Ep. 119
The adhd penalty is the self-inflicted punishment that we feel obligated to inflict upon ourselves because of our adhd shortcomings. This penalty ALWAYS ends up making our lives harder, and in many ways exacerbating our symptoms even further. It’s a vicious cycle that many of you are on, and I hope that my words today inspire you to hop off this self-defeating hamster wheel. www.ihaveadhd.com for more resources Hang out with me on Instagram: @i.have.adhd.podcast...
Aug 03, 2021•21 min•Ep. 118
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 SLOWLY on his self-development work. Of course we ADHDers prefer to go fast, but what if that impatience actually doesn't serve us? Today we're going to inspire you to slow down and look for little wins along the way! Hang out with me on Instagram @i.have.adhd.podcast www.ihaveadhd.com for more resources...
Jul 27, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 117
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 whether or not she “deserved” support…this is deep work! I know you are going to be so encouraged by this conversation. Visit www.ihaveadhd.com for more resources Hang out with me on Instagram here !
Jul 20, 2021•57 min•Ep. 116
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 are in Latin America and/or have a lot of Latin influences in your life, this episode is going to speak directly to your heart! Please enjoy this conversation with my very lovely client, Fernanda Gamboa. Reach out to Fernanda here: @Especial-Mente2.0 on instagram https://www.especialmente.org/ Hang out with me on Instagram @i.have.adhd.podcast ...
Jul 13, 2021•51 min•Ep. 115
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 my course The Inconsistent Entrepreneur at www.ihaveadhd.com.com/course Click here to hang out with me on Instagram. www.ihaveadhd.com for more adult ADHD resources....
Jul 08, 2021•22 min
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 consistent in order to be successful. You do not have to be consistent in order to be successful. You do not have to be consistent in order to be successful. www.ihaveadhd.com for more adult ADHD resources. Click here to hang out with me on Instagram....
Jul 06, 2021•23 min•Ep. 114
Sign up for my 5-day training at www.ihaveadhd.com/course Calling all entrepreneurs! You don't have to be consistent in order to be a success in your biz. Join me for a 5-day training July 12-16 where I will teach you how to be a successful entrepreneur with an inconsistent, un-disciplined ADHD brain. www.ihaveadhd.com for more adult ADHD resources. Click here to hang out with me on Instagram....
Jul 01, 2021•10 min
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 believe that wasting time is even possible. This episode is short and sweet and packs a big punch. www.ihaveadhd.com for more adult ADHD resources. Click here to hang out with me on Instagram.
Jun 29, 2021•21 min•Ep. 113
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 sustainable progress. In today's episode I discuss this topic with my dear client and self-kindness guru, Pete Sibley. Find Pete on Instagram @selfkindnesswithpete or his website https://www.petesibley.com/ www.ihaveadhd.com for more adult ADHD resources. Click here to hang out with me on Instagram....
Jun 22, 2021•50 min•Ep. 112
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...and to be honest, I think it might surprise you. www.ihaveadhd.com for more adult ADHD resources. Click here to hang out with me on Instagram.
Jun 15, 2021•23 min•Ep. 111