In this episode of Successful with ADHD, I had an enlightening conversation with Elaine Taylor-Klaus, a renowned thought leader in neurodiversity-informed coaching and parenting. Elaine, a master certified coach and co-founder of ImpactADHD and ImpactParents.com, shared her inspiring journey of raising a neurodiverse family while empowering parents and professionals worldwide. Elaine opened up about the challenges and triumphs of parenting children with ADHD and other learning differences, empha...
Jun 19, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 70
In this episode, I had an insightful and heartfelt conversation with Rhiannon Richards, Coaching with Brooke’s incredible Jack-of-All-Trades Virtual Assistant, Graphic Designer, & Neurodiversity Advocate. Rhiannon joined Coaching with Brooke in 2020 and has been a cornerstone of our team ever since. Today, she opens up about her personal journey with neurodivergence, including her experiences with autism, her self-discovery process, and how she thrives in a workplace designed for neurodiverg...
Jun 12, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 69
In this episode, I had the pleasure of hosting Jason Feifer. Jason's mission is to help you become more resilient and adaptable in a world of constant change. We get into some eye-opening discussions about how misinformation spreads, how to handle the complexities of social media, and the importance of understanding the bigger picture when it comes to change and information. Jason offers insights on navigating the overwhelming flow of information in our digital age and practical tips on approach...
Jun 05, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 68
Today I am joined with the delightful and insightful Tracy Otsuka! Tracy shares her personal journey of discovering her own ADHD after her son's diagnosis and how it led her to become a passionate advocate for women with ADHD. With her unique blend of humor, vulnerability, and wisdom, Tracy challenges the traditional narrative surrounding ADHD and sheds light on the remarkable strengths and brilliance of women with this neurodivergent superpower. As the host of the top-ranking podcast "ADHD for ...
May 29, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 67
In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Emily Kircher-Morris, a licensed professional counselor and twice-exceptional individual. Emily is dedicated to destigmatizing neurodiversity and supporting neurodivergent people of all ages. Twice-exceptionality, also known as 2e, refers to intellectually gifted individuals who also have one or more learning disabilities such as dyslexia, ADHD, or ASD. Emily Kircher-Morris, M.A., M.Ed., LPC, inspired by her own experiences as a twice-exceptio...
May 22, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 66
Do you ever feel like an "oddball" struggling with distractions, disorganization, and emotional overwhelm? In this revealing conversation, I sit down with internationally recognized ADHD expert Terry Matlen. Terry shares her powerful journey of getting a late ADHD diagnosis after recognizing similar challenges in her daughter who suffered a traumatic brain injury as a toddler. We dive deep into the complex interplay of ADHD symptoms, trauma's impact on the nervous system, and how sensory process...
May 15, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 65
Today, we're switching things up a bit as I sit down with Marc Ronick, a former ADHD client, my podcast producer, and a familiar voice on our show. In this unique 'Ask Me Anything' session, Marc turns the tables, placing me in the hot seat to dive deep into the strategies and support surrounding ADHD. From managing last-minute habits to leveraging them as strengths, this conversation is both personal and profoundly universal for anyone touched by ADHD. Join us as we explore the nuances of living...
May 08, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 64
In this episode, we discuss the nuanced world of ADHD, exploring its spectrum nature and how it uniquely affects individuals. Join me as we sit down with Sivan Hong, an author and illustrator renowned for her children's book series that champions neurodiverse children. Sivan shares her personal and professional journey, highlighting her family’s experiences with ADHD and the motivations behind her impactful stories. Episode Highlights: [0:00] The impact of ADHD on children, with a focus on Sivan...
May 01, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 63
In today's episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with Dr. Evelyn Higgins, a distinguished expert in the field of behavioral wellness and the neuroscience of ADHD. We discuss the intriguing roles of biology and epigenetics in ADHD, exploring how environmental factors and life experiences can influence genetic expression and potentially alter the course of the condition. We cover the evolving science of ADHD, the importance of personalized treatment, and the potential of physiological asses...
Apr 24, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 62
I’m beyond excited to share today’s episode with you. Today, we're having a great conversation with someone who isn’t just an expert in ADHD but has lived it, learned from it, and leveraged it to help others. I get to chat with Katelyn Mabry, a trailblazer in the ADHD coaching space, an insightful author, and a passionate advocate for the ADHD community. In our chat, Katelyn opens up about her journey from being diagnosed with ADHD as a child to becoming one of the first ADHD coaches I ever met....
Apr 17, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 61
I was so inspired listening to Todd Hartley share his story of overcoming learning disabilities and ADHD. As a fellow ADHDer, I could relate to many of the challenges he faced growing up, from feeling "stupid" to being excluded from proper education support. But Todd's resilience and passion are what fueled his incredible transformation. His parents played a pivotal role in nurturing his gifts, like storytelling and public speaking, which led him to eventually work with Tony Robbins and become a...
Apr 10, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 60
Today's chat with my dear friend, Katy Weber, an inspiring ADHD advocate, podcaster, and coach, will leave you both motivated and comforted, especially if you've recently embarked on the rollercoaster that is an ADHD diagnosis. Katy Weber received a diagnosis of ADHD at 45 and her mission is to help neurodivergent women learn to love their brains! We discuss the often-unseen struggles and triumphs of ADHD women, debunking stereotypes and sharing heartfelt stories. It's a must-listen for anyone w...
Apr 03, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 59
In this episode of "Successful with ADHD," we talk through the transformative power of emotional development, mindfulness, and accountability with our special guest, Livi Redden. As an author, TEDx speaker, content creator, and podcaster, Livi guides teens and 20-somethings through the crucial and often tumultuous years of early adulthood. Whether you're navigating the ups and downs of relationships, career changes, or personal growth, Livi's insights on adulting and self-development are a beaco...
Mar 27, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 58
In this episode of Successful with ADHD, we explore the transformative power of reading, especially for those of us with ADHD. We're joined by the renowned book reviewer and reading strategist, Alex Wieckowski, known for his viral book summaries and reading tips on social media. Alex shares his innovative Reading System, designed to revolutionize the way both neurotypical and neurodivergent individuals engage with books. Whether you're struggling to start, finish, or stay focused while reading, ...
Mar 20, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 57
How often do you pause and reflect on your personal financial identity? In this enlightening episode, I interview award-winning author Keisha Blair about her pioneering "holistic wealth" approach. Keisha shares her powerful story of overcoming profound grief and trauma by developing a framework that integrates financial education with emotional resilience, physical health, and mindfulness. After being widowed with two young children, Keisha realized that even with careful financial planning, the...
Mar 13, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 56
This week, I sat down with ADHD expert Eric Tivers. Eric is the founder and CEO of ADHD Rewired and has been producing his acclaimed podcast for over 500 episodes! Eric shares his own ADHD journey, from struggling in college to finding the right medication and strategies that allowed him to thrive academically and professionally. In this uplifting conversation, Eric and I explore the power of community support and self-compassion for ADHDers. We also discussed the importance of finding the right...
Mar 06, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 55
Today I am joined by Alex Partridge, founder of UNILAD's LADBible and host of the ADHD Chatter podcast. Alex was diagnosed with ADHD at 34 years old because of podcasting! Learn how it has changed his life and business ventures. Alex shares bravely about his symptoms of anxiety, rejection sensitivity, and impulsivity that led to an "ADHD tax" of abandoned projects. Though undiagnosed, Alex channeled his creativity into entrepreneurial endeavors. However, it wasn't until experiencing a costly boo...
Feb 28, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 54
On this episode of Successful with ADHD, I spoke with career coach Shell Mendelson about how to find the right career path when you have ADHD. Shell has over 35 years of experience in the career and vocational counseling field. After being diagnosed with ADHD later in life, she has dedicated the past 14 years to working specifically with ADHD adults. Shell shares insights from her new book, "A Course for ADHD Adults and Teens: Unlock Your Career Path," which guides readers through exercises to i...
Feb 21, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 53
In this episode, I chat with Tina Mathams, also known as The ADHD Accountant on Instagram. Tina shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with ADHD later in life, after noticing symptoms in her son. As an accountant who struggled in traditional accounting jobs, Tina realized she could help others in the neurodivergent community better manage their finances by starting her own virtual accounting firm. Tina provides tips for budgeting, recognizing impulsive spending triggers, canceling unused...
Feb 14, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 52
Get motivated by heavyweight boxing champion Dr. Hackie Reitman's inspirational journey of overcoming ADHD and Asperger's obstacles to follow his passion of helping others. Learn how reframing failure as a learning experience can help you succeed. Dr. Reitman shares his mission to achieve excellence in creating family-friendly content that promotes neurodiversity. Find out how Different Brains provides a platform for people of all abilities. Discover why it's important to play to your strengths ...
Feb 07, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 51
In this episode, Tory Archbold shares her inspiring story of following her passion from a young age despite discouragement, building her PR agency into a multimillion-dollar company, and ultimately stepping away to realign with her purpose. She provides powerful rituals for staying anchored in alignment and tapping into the flow of possibilities. Tory also discusses overcoming imposter syndrome, the power of believing in yourself, and ensuring you take moments to nurture your mind, body, and sou...
Jan 31, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 50
I had the pleasure of speaking with Nick Sonnenberg, an operations expert who helps entrepreneurs and teams gain back up to an entire day per week through improving efficiency. Nick shares his CPR framework (Communication, Planning, Resources) and provides tangible tips on how to reinvest time savings back into your business or personal life. Nick Sonnenberg is an entrepreneur, Inc. columnist, guest lecturer at Columbia University, and the author of “Come Up for Air: How Teams Can Leverage Syste...
Jan 24, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 49
In this raw and vulnerable episode, I spoke with Britt Frank, a licensed Neuro-psychotherapist and author of "The Science of Stuck: Why You Get Stuck and How to Get Unstuck". Britt shares her personal journey of recovering from addiction, dysfunctional relationships, and even being part of a cult. Her advice for those going through trauma is to focus on safety first before trying to do inner work. We also discuss the power of self-parenting, acknowledging intrusive thoughts, and using internal f...
Jan 17, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 48
I had an incredible conversation with Chris Voss, a former FBI hostage negotiator, in this week's episode of Successful with ADHD. Chris shared so many valuable insights on communication, empathy, and understanding - topics that are very relevant for the ADHD community. Chris is a former Lead FBI Negotiator and dynamic speaker who debunks the biggest myths around negotiation. Chris engages all groups with captivating stories, insights, and useful tips for business and everyday life. Chris has le...
Jan 10, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 47
In this inspiring episode, I chat with ADHD advocate Amine Finch about how he turned his diagnosis into a superpower. Amine explains how an article dubbing ADHD the "entrepreneur's superpower" lit a spark and fueled his drive to build a thriving business helping others with ADHD. I'm so excited to have Amine share his story after seeing the huge impact he's made through ADHD Warriors, approaching nearly 1 million followers. Even though he likes to stay behind the scenes, I convinced Amine to joi...
Jan 03, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 46
In this episode, I'm thrilled to bring you an enlightening conversation with Audrey Stimpson, a certified functional nutrition counselor with a deep understanding of ADHD, autism, autoimmune disorders, and gut-brain health. As a mom, a wife, and a former master photographer in New York City, Audrey's journey from managing ADHD with medication to adopting holistic approaches is both inspiring and insightful. We dive into topics like the impact of diet on ADHD, the gut-brain connection, and the im...
Dec 27, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 45
This week, we're diving deep into understanding ADHD with the incredible Cameron Gott. With over two decades of experience as an executive function and ADHD coach, Cameron brings a wealth of knowledge and a fresh perspective on managing ADHD effectively. We explore the intricate relationship between ADHD, emotional intelligence, and motivation. Cameron shares his personal and professional insights on the challenges and strategies for thriving with ADHD. Listen as we discuss the importance of ask...
Dec 20, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 44
This week I had an illuminating conversation with fellow ADHDer and attention expert Jeff Copper about the uncomfortable feeling of boredom and how it impacts those with ADHD. Jeff is back on the show to explain how boredom is linked to being physically uncomfortable and needing to seek stimulation, much like a tiger pacing in a cage. He cautions boredom can lead to negative behaviors if you don’t find healthy ways to engage your mind. Jeff has ADHD and dyslexia and is an attention coach who hel...
Dec 13, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 43
In this week's episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Brandon T. Adams, a two-time Emmy Award winner and accomplished entrepreneur based in Nashville (currently). Brandon shares his incredible journey going from delivering ice in rural Iowa to becoming a successful producer, investor, and business owner with ADHD. I was fascinated to learn how Brandon overcame major obstacles like losing everything he owned in his late 20s, to rebuild and achieve massive success in his 30s. His persistence...
Dec 06, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 42
I had an enlightening conversation with Mikey Goldman, creator of Quiet Mind weighted pillows. We explored how ADHD manifests through stimulation and obsession, the importance of honoring your body’s needs, and how weighted pillows can naturally calm the nervous system. Mikey shared his journey to developing the first-ever weighted pillow after struggling to find purpose and passion. Episode Highlights: [01:11] Introducing Mikey Goldman of Quiet Mind. [05:00] The frustration of misophonia and se...
Nov 29, 2023•39 min•Season 1Ep. 41
