If you’ve ever binge-watched Love on the Spectrum (let’s be honest—who hasn’t?), you already know and love Kaelynn Partlow — the sharp, funny, and deeply insightful advocate whose story stole our hearts in season 1. In this episode, Kristen sits down with Kaelynn for an unforgettable, no-filter conversation about Autism, ADHD, identity, and what it’s really like to live life on the bridge between two neurotypes. Kaelynn opens up about: Why she “wasn’t autistic enough for TV” Why she feels she's ...
Oct 14, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #284: Overcoming ADHD Productivity Challenges with Dr. Ari Tuckman Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Oct 09, 2025•13 min
In this episode, our returning guest expert (and favorite friend of the podcast!) Dr. Nacchi Felt joins us to unveil the brand-new Cycle of Accountability —the life-direction loop that helps ADHD brains point their power at the right targets. Inside the loop: Alignment — Name your values (think truth, responsibility, gratitude) so decisions stop feeling random. Accountability — Drop the “shoulds.” Hold yourself to what you care about. Attention — Your attention is your presence. Reclaim it as yo...
Oct 07, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #308: Raising Kids While Being a Hot (ADHD) Mess Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Oct 02, 2025•11 min
Have you ever felt like a leaf in the wind —just being blown around by life instead of steering it? That’s exactly how Sarah described her life before finding ADHD coaching. Sarah opens up about what life was like before coaching—feeling passive, stuck, and like she wasn't really in control. She shares the struggles that led her to seek support, why she chose FOCUSED, and the powerful shifts she’s made by learning to process emotions instead of buffering them away. We talk about emotional regula...
Sep 30, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Love this clip? Hear the full conversation: Episode #307: SOS: What To Do When Life (or You) Gets In The Way Of Getting Sh*t DONE Listen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE . Following through is hard enough with ADHD—and when life throws interruptions, it can feel impossible. In this episode, I share how I handle setbacks, why self-compassion matters, and how to start again without shame. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://...
Sep 25, 2025•17 min
Do you skip over your wins like they don’t matter? Feel weird or embarrassed when people cheer you on? Yep, that sounds about right. Adults with ADHD often struggle to celebrate themselves… but it’s a skill worth learning. In this episode, I’ll show you why celebration feels so uncomfortable—and why it’s actually essential for your mental health, motivation, and identity. We’ll unpack how to embrace positive emotions, honor your effort (even the “bare minimum”), and finally let yourself feel acc...
Sep 23, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Love this clip? Hear the full conversation: Episode #304: ADHD At Work: Should You Spill The Beans To Your Boss? How to Thrive In Any Job! Listen to the full conversation in the original episode with Meghan Brown-Enyia HERE . I know how overwhelming it can feel to decide whether to disclose personal information at work. In this conversation, I remind you that you deserve to feel safe while seeking the support you need. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice...
Sep 18, 2025•15 min
Ever wondered what it’s really like inside FOCUSED? In this special episode, you’ll get a front-row seat to an actual coaching call. You’ll hear me coach Bob through feeling stuck, and Heejung as she navigates awkward relationships with her coworkers. And here’s the thing—this isn’t just about seeing what FOCUSED is all about. You’ll walk away with insights you can apply to your own life (I mean, who doesn’t feel stuck or have awkward relationships, am I right?). These conversations show how ADH...
Sep 16, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Think your problem is poor time management? Think again. If your color-coded calendar keeps failing you, the missing piece isn’t another app, planner, or hack—it’s capacity. In this episode, we’re digging into why ADHD brains chronically overbook, underestimate, and run ourselves into the ground. You’ll learn: The hidden reason productivity hacks don’t stick Why “fantasy scheduling” feels so good (but always backfires) How to spot your real mental, emotional, and physical limits A simple shift t...
Sep 09, 2025•51 min
You’ve tried planners and reminders, but time still slips through your fingers. This episode explains why ADHD makes “now vs. not now” so hard—and what to do about it. In plain English, I break down the executive functions behind time blindness and share the quick story that shattered my own drama cycle (spoiler: the dishes took seven minutes). Then I give you the one tool that can change your week fast: a shame-free Time Audit that replaces schedule fantasy with reality so you finally start (an...
Sep 02, 2025•55 min
Think ADHD meds are “basically meth”? Afraid they’ll turn you into a zombie? Wondering if you really need them—or if they’re even safe during pregnancy? In this episode, I’m busting through the most common (and most damaging) myths about ADHD medication—fast. No fluff, just clarity. If you’ve ever felt confused, judged, or pressured when it comes to treatment, this one’s a must-listen. By the end, you’ll know what’s fact, what’s fiction, and what might actually change your life. This Episode's R...
Aug 26, 2025•44 min
Medication is great. Therapy is powerful. But is your life ADHD-friendly? In this episode, we explore how your environment can make or break your progress — and share genius, real-life strategies from adults with ADHD who’ve been there . From food hacks and med routines to productivity tricks and travel tips, this episode is loaded with ADHD-tested, chaos-reducing gold. You’ll leave inspired to set up your life in a way that actually works for your brain. No shame. No shoulds. Just smart, gentle...
Aug 19, 2025•51 min
This one’s for the ADHDers and the people who love them. In today’s episode, I do the heavy lifting of explaining ADHD—what it is, why it matters, and what it really feels like to live with it—so you don’t have to. If you’ve ever wished your partner, parent, friend, or co-worker just got it , this is the episode to send them. Inside: Why ADHD is so hard to explain (even for ADHDers) The top 3 things people with ADHD wish their loved ones knew The top 3 things they need from you What it means whe...
Aug 12, 2025•59 min
Hey ADHDer, summer isn’t over over… and you haven’t wasted it. In this gentle, reflective episode, we’re talking about the emotional soup of August: regret over what didn’t get done, sadness that the magic is fading, dread of back-to-school chaos, and the last-minute urgency to squeeze it all in. If you're feeling a swirl of emotions right now, this episode is your soft place to land. We’ll: Reflect on what actually did happen this summer (yes, even the tiny wins!) Laugh together over my annual ...
Aug 05, 2025•52 min
I’m joined again today by my favorite human—my husband, Greg! Together, we pull back the curtain on what it’s really like to raise neurodivergent kids, how our parenting style has evolved over the years, and why we’ve chosen a low-demand, emotionally supportive approach in our home. We talk candidly about: When we decided to get our kids evaluated (and how we did it) Whether or not we medicate—and why What low-demand parenting looks like in real life How we navigate screen time (without losing o...
Jul 29, 2025•1 hr 14 min
What does it look like to stay in love and on the same team when one partner has ADHD and the other doesn’t? In this episode, I’m joined by my husband Greg—my neurotypical partner of 21 years—for an honest, heartfelt, and often hilarious conversation about what it’s really like to build a life together in a neurodiverse marriage. We’re answering questions about everything from how Greg came to understand and accept my ADHD, to what helped us navigate parenting neurodivergent kids, to how we’ve h...
Jul 22, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Smartass ADHDer alert! Kerry Shea, an OBGYN physician and beloved FOCUSED member, is here to share her journey as a doctor with ADHD. In this heartwarming episode, we discuss Kerry's ADHD diagnosis, experiences in medical school, the impact of early education, and the challenges of balancing professional success with personal chaos. The conversation delves into the stigma surrounding ADHD, the struggles with self-perception, chronic pain, and the importance of community support for individuals w...
Jul 15, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Ever made a huge, life-changing plan… and then totally ghosted it a week later? Welcome to the ADHD goal-setting struggle. If you’ve ever set a massive goal in a moment of motivation—only to burn out fast—you’re not alone. This episode is your permission slip to dream big and start small (like, really small). This episode is for you if you’ve: Gone all-in on a goal… and crashed hard Felt like realistic goals are boring Lost trust in yourself because you keep quitting We’ll break down: 💥 Why ADH...
Jul 08, 2025•56 min
If you’ve ever snapped at something harmless, gotten lost in a scroll spiral, or felt way too much over a tiny text, this episode is for you. We’re diving into emotional regulation—what it is, why it’s so hard for ADHD brains, and how to actually get better at it. In this episode, you’ll learn: What’s happening in your brain during an emotional meltdown The SURF Method: a simple, four-step tool to help you ride the wave instead of getting pulled under Why regulating emotions is the key to changi...
Jul 01, 2025•54 min
Feeling "off" and need a reset? This short episode is here for you. In just 10 minutes, I’ll guide you through a simple emotional regulation practice to help you pause, reconnect with your body, and calm your nervous system. Whether you're overwhelmed, stuck in a scroll spiral, or just need a moment of grounding—this is your space to breathe and feel. Come as you are. No perfection required. Just press play. Watch this episode on YouTube Want help with your ADHD? Join FOCUSED ! Have questions fo...
Jul 01, 2025•10 min
Ever feel like your brain is a messy closet with the light off? In this episode, we flip the switch. I break down the simple but powerful practice of thought downloads —what they are (and aren’t), why they’re crucial for ADHD minds, and how they help you build self-awareness, emotional regulation, and clarity. This isn’t journaling. It’s not a productivity hack. It’s mindfulness for your messy, magical brain. You’ll learn: Why “thinking about your thinking” is hard with ADHD (and what to do abou...
Jun 24, 2025•46 min
Buckle up, because this episode is a fast-paced, wide-ranging Q&A where I answer as many of your ADHD questions as I possibly can! These questions were submitted on Instagram, and I had the best time flying through them and sharing real, practical insights from my ADHD brain to yours. We cover everything from medication, motivation, and prioritization to emotional regulation, rejection, brain dumps, and massage-induced thought spirals (yep, really). If you’ve ever felt stuck, scattered, or s...
Jun 17, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Ever sat on the couch knowing you “should” do something… but just couldn’t ? Welcome to the ADHD task initiation struggle. It’s real—and no, it’s not laziness. In this episode, we dive into: What task initiation actually is (hint: it’s an executive function) Why starting can feel impossible for ADHDers + Autistics The brain science behind motivation, dopamine, and urgency Emotional blocks like fear, shame, and perfectionism Simple, ADHD-friendly tips to finally get moving (without needing willpo...
Jun 10, 2025•54 min
Struggling to get organized? You’re not broken — you’re just an ADHDer with a real, overwhelmed brain. In this episode, we’re ditching the shame spiral and unpacking why staying organized is so hard for ADHDers… and what actually helps. Spoiler alert: It’s NOT more bins. If your home feels like a disaster zone, this one’s for you. We’ll talk about: Why executive dysfunction—not laziness—is the real culprit How emotional regulation (not time management) is the secret key to organizing The connect...
Jun 03, 2025•48 min
Feeling like you're stuck in survival mode? Can’t keep up with the laundry, your inbox, or... your life? You’re not alone—and you’re not broken. This episode is the loving wake-up call (and gentle nudge) you didn’t know you needed. We’re breaking down what it really means to be low-, mid-, and high-functioning with ADHD—and why wherever you are on that scale is totally OK. This is your roadmap to rise, slowly but surely. ✨ What we cover: Low vs. mid vs. high-functioning ADHD Why meds matter (but...
May 27, 2025•1 hr 3 min
In this episode of the I Have ADHD podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Ari Tuckman to talk about one of the most layered and misunderstood topics in the ADHD world: productivity —and how it's tangled up in our relationships, our childhoods, and the expectations we carry from society. We dove deep into how our early experiences shape the way we function (or struggle to function) as adults with ADHD. So many of us grew up feeling like we were “too much” or “not enough,” a...
May 20, 2025•58 min
If you’ve ever felt like your struggles with ADHD make you "less than"—this one’s a must-listen. We’re diving deep into Shame Resilience Theory (thanks, Brené Brown!) and unpacking why ADHDers are especially vulnerable to toxic shame. Spoiler: It’s NOT because you’re lazy or broken (even if you’ve been made to feel that way). ✨ We’re covering: Why shame thrives in secrecy—and how to stop feeding it. The real reason ADHD tasks feel SO loaded with guilt and moral judgment. How shame travels in fam...
May 13, 2025•56 min
Today we're talking emotional flexibility, why black-and-white thinking is holding you back, and how one tiny phrase (borrowed from parenting wisdom!) can radically change how you relate to yourself and others: “Two things can be true.” You’ll also get: A cheat-code app for building emotional intelligence (perfect for ADHD brains) My spicy take on that viral New York Times ADHD article A heartfelt message for anyone struggling with a late diagnosis And yes… the spicy podcast review that called m...
May 06, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Rejection hurts—especially when you have ADHD. For years, the term Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) has helped many of us put language to that experience. But in this episode, I explain why I’m no longer using that term—and what I’m saying instead. We’ll cover: What rejection sensitivity actually is Why it makes total sense (and it's not a disorder) What’s problematic about the term RSD...in my opinion What the research really says about rejection and ADHD How trauma, therapy, coaching, and y...
Apr 29, 2025•51 min
