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Join Patty as she uses her ADHD-friendly lens to explore ways to create more ease for anyone impacted by ADHD.
ADHD-Friendly exists to support individuals impacted by ADHD to tilt the playing field and THRIVE with ADHD. Patty shares ADHD-friendly products, services, tools, systems, books, and more- all focused on closing the gap between struggling and thriving!
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Small talk can feel exhausting or pointless for many people with ADHD. It often takes extra effort to focus, find the right words, or keep the conversation flowing. Executive function challenges like working memory, impulse control, and attention shifts can make it harder to follow the natural rhythm of quick, surface-level conversations. In this episode, hear five ADHD-friendly tips to make small talk easier, less awkward, and more natural - so connecting with others feels a little lighter a...
It’s that time of year again! It’s time for the 2025 ADHD-Friendly Favorite Things episode! Check out this episode to discover what made out list this year! PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available in the ADHD-Friendly shop for only $19.99: https://www.adhdfriendly.com/adhd-friendly-shop/ Join ADHD-Friendly now and jump into the Summer Semester of our ADHDU Hybrid Course — all about Managing Time and Tasks! ...
For ADHD brains, small areas of clutter can add to mental noise and stress, especially first thing in the morning or before bed. A quick declutter of your nightstand helps signal rest, order, and calm setting you up for better sleep and a smoother start tomorrow. Check out this episode for some tips to tidy your nightstand! PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available in the ADHD-Friendly shop for only $19.99: h...
Introversion is not a negative personality trait. It is about how you get energy. In this episode Patty shares some recent research as well as some of her favorite introvert strategies (she has a lifetime of them!). FREE WEBINAR! https://tinyurl.com/Nov-20-FREE-Webinar PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available in the ADHD-Friendly shop for only $19.99: https://www.adhdfriendly.com/adhd-friendly-shop/ Joi...
The holiday season is upon us once again, and in this episode I share some ADHD-friendly tips to do in advance of the holidays to set yourself up for less stress and more enjoyment. Yes, please! PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available in the ADHD-Friendly shop for only $19.99: https://www.adhdfriendly.com/adhd-friendly-shop/ Join ADHD-Friendly now and jump into the Summer Semester of our ADHDU Hybrid Course...
Approximately 6% of adults in the United States have a diagnosis of ADHD (about 15.5 million people). In this episode Patty shares core symptoms and challenges. PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available in the ADHD-Friendly shop for only $19.99: https://www.adhdfriendly.com/adhd-friendly-shop/ Join ADHD-Friendly now and jump into the Summer Semester of our ADHDU Hybrid Course — all about Managing Time and Tas...
Asking for help can be hard, especially for those of us with ADHD. In this episode, Patty shares how creating a Help Menu can make it easier. This ADHD-friendly tool lowers resistance and helps you take action faster when you need it. PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available in the ADHD-Friendly shop for only $19.99: https://www.adhdfriendly.com/adhd-friendly-shop/ Join ADHD-Friendly now and jump into ...
Do you struggle to flip the switch into work mode when you work from home? A faux commute is a simple and ADHD-friendly strategy to transition into focus. Check out this episode to learn how to bridge into focus-mode with a virtual commute. PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available in the ADHD-Friendly shop for only $19.99: https://www.adhdfriendly.com/adhd-friendly-shop/ Join ADHD-Friendly now and jump into ...
Staying fit in today’s busy world can be challenging. With ADHD brain wiring, that challenge is often even greater. In this episode Patty shares some ADHD-friendly strategies to make motivation, movement, and momentum easier to achieve. Listen for ways to customize a strategy to work for you! PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available in the ADHD-Friendly shop for only $19.99: https://www.adhdfriendly.com/adhd...
This week Patty shares a quick and easy way to lean into one of her favorite mantras, “Something is more than nothing.” Learn how choosing a small action that requires effort can be a game changer when it comes to doing the effortless thing you enjoy! PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available in the ADHD-Friendly shop for only $19.99: https://www.adhdfriendly.com/adhd-friendly-shop/ Join ADHD-Friendly now and...
One of the biggest drains for ADHD brains is decision fatigue- where we have too many choices, too many steps, too much to filter through. We just get stuck. In this episode Patty shares how to use Decision Flowcharts to support your decision-making process. PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available in the ADHD-Friendly shop for only $19.99: https://www.adhdfriendly.com/adhd-friendly-shop/ Join ADHD-Fri...
Imagine being asked to fold your body to fit into a contortion box. That's what it can feel like when people with ADHD try to make systems designed for neurotypical brains work for them. In this episode Patty shares how trying to fit in keeps us small and drains our energy and some ADHD-friendly ways to break out of the box. PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available in the ADHD-Friendly shop for only $19.99: ...
Meditating has lots of benefits. But meditating with an ADHD brain can be challenging. Slowing down… stopping… to be present in the moment can feel impossible with our racing brains. In this episode Patty shares some tips to create “Mindful Minutes” or “eminems” to make it easier to add a bit of this helpful practice to your life. PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available in the ADHD-Friendly shop for only $1...
Planning a wedding can be fun, and also very stressful. In this episode Patty shares how starting with your “Why” can create ease and clarity throughout the process of planning for one of the most important days in your life! PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available in the ADHD-Friendly shop for only $19.99: https://www.adhdfriendly.com/adhd-friendly-shop/ Join ADHD-Friendly now and jump into the Summer Seme...
Why does everything take me longer? Is your brain always one step behind? Discover what slow processing speed is, how it affects daily life, and simple strategies to work with your brain’s natural rhythm. PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available in the ADHD-Friendly shop for only $19.99: https://www.adhdfriendly.com/adhd-friendly-shop/ Join ADHD-Friendly now and jump into the Summer Semester of our ADH...
If you watch or listen to ADHD-Friendly, you already know I do NOT like to cook. However, ironically I do like some cooking shows. Alton Brown’s Good Eats is one of my all-time favorites. In this episode I am going to share some ways we can use Alton Brown’s approach to cooking to create more ease. PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available in the ADHD-Friendly shop for only $19.99: https://www.adhdfriendly.co...
This week I’m celebrating a double milestone — 200 podcast episodes and 200 weeks of Monday through Thursday yoga! In this episode, I’m sharing what helped me stay consistent (even with an ADHD brain) and the simple systems you can use to build your own version of consistency — without perfection. If you’ve been struggling to follow through, this one's for you! PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available in the...
Struggling to follow-through on your intentions? This week’s ADHD-Friendly podcast dives into the power of accountability partners- what they are, how they work, and why they make getting things done easier for ADHD brains. Tune in for real-life examples you can try today! PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available in the ADHD-Friendly shop for only $19.99: https://www.adhdfriendly.com/adhd-friendly-shop/ Join...
This episode is for anyone who's ever wondered: What if college just isn’t the right fit for me or my ADHD brain? Whether you're a student, parent, or someone rethinking your path, this episode explores five ADHD-friendly alternatives to the traditional college route—plus next steps, costs, and potential income for each. Let’s tilt the playing field and find a better-fitting path forward! PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) e...
In this episode, we bust the top 8 myths about ADHD and shine a light on 8 truths most people don’t know. Whether you’ve been diagnosed or are just learning about ADHD, this episode clears up common misunderstandings and shares language that supports—not shames—those with ADHD brain wiring. Tune in to get the facts and learn what not to say (and what to say instead). PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available ...
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