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The I Have ADHD Podcast is a clear, concise, and FUN podcast for adults with ADHD. Listen to learn about how ADHD impacts every area of your life from the boardroom to the bedroom...and how you can begin to overcome your symptoms by accepting who you are, flaws and all.
Host Kristen Carder is a dually certified coach who has supported thousands of of people with ADHD worldwide. Kristen's extensive experience working with ADHDers began in 2012, and she now leads a global community of adults with ADHD in her coaching program, FOCUSED.
****OBVIOUSLY the content in this podcast is not meant to be a substitute for medical advice. Kristen Carder is not a medical professional.
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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 ...
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 stickWhy “fantasy scheduling” feels so good (but always backfires)How to spot your real mental, emotional, and physical limitsA simple shift t...
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 ...
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'...
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, gent...
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 knewThe top 3 things they need from youWhat it means when...
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 annua...
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 whyWhat low-demand parenting looks like in real lifeHow we navigate screen time (without losing o...
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’v...
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 fo...
2Ever 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 hardFelt like realistic goals are boringLost trust in yourself because you keep quittingWe’ll break down: 💥 Why ADHD...
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 meltdownThe SURF Method: a simple, four-step tool to help you ride the wave instead of getting pulled underWhy regulating emotions is the key to chang...
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 question...
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 ab...
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, o...
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 + AutisticsThe brain science behind motivation, dopamine, and urgencyEmotional blocks like fear, shame, and perfectionismSimple, ADHD-friendly tips to finally get moving (without needing willpowe...
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 culpritHow emotional regulation (not time management) is the secret key to organizingThe connec...
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 ADHDWhy meds matter (b...
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,”...
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absolutely loved this episode!! thank you!
I am literally in tears listening to this and how much I relate. Just hearing that I am not alone! I’ve done a lot of therapy in my life & I never connected with words so much!! Thank you.
omg the comment on her saying people that don't like talking on the phone. I despise it and it took me over a year to finally message my doctor about me talking about my concerns on being diagnosed and she said I need to call psychology department and talk to that department... that was almost a year ago... 🙄 I'm going to try to do it soon...
I thought this would have some actual advice.......
I can HIGHLY recommend the app Paprika for saving recipes and maintaining a grocery list. It's helped me stay organised, it's a game changer for someone with ADHD.
Ep 241 So good.
Podcasts that don't get to the point are a waste of time.
The irony of this speaker talking about racism but completely neglecting to talk about the AAPI comnunity.
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really missed on this one Kristen. sounds like a lot of insider baseball. I was 15 minutes in before I was figuring out what you were even talking about.
as a adhder .i have a social phobia and anxiety .most of the time i can't go out .because i think that i might get lost and because of this i think that These thoughts have paralyzed my mind.please talk about this in your another podcast .maby it can helps me .
lordy I want to join Focused but I def can't swing $199 a month although I'm sure it's worth it.....
That's imposter syndrome. 200 IS huge! congrats!
I had to pause this episode because it brought up feelings in me that I was unprepared for. I’m recently diagnosed as an adult and hearing you describe your shame for things in your younger years really made me feel so sad for my younger self
I'd really like to check out some of those resources you mentioned, but I can't seem to find them where they should be. Have they been removed since this is an old episode?
Hey Kristen! This episode blew my mind!!! Let me share a little about myself to explain why. I am 34 years old, mom of two, Norwegian nurse with a bachelor's degree, and at the moment in my 3rd year of "sickleave". I put it in the quote marks because I, and everyone else, believed I had an incapacitating depression due to several issues spanning from my childhood to my early 20s. I have received therapy, medication and a lot of help, and i can't believe that my boyfriend hasn't left yet... A couple of months ago I accidentally (and finally) persuaded my therapist to examine me for ADHD, which he categorically turned down when we first met, and I met all the criteria except for one area. I'm not visible hyperactive. So a new journey began. I started testing out stimulants a month ago and discovered that my ADHD had impacts far beyond what I suspected, and that most of my symptoms for depression probably was my ADHD. My depression is real, but also probably a symptom of undiagnosed ADHD.
Is there only one type of adhd.
It won't let me play this episode 😭
this has helped me out so much
I love your podcast! It's like a goldmine of useful info. I also love how you cannot help yourself from externalising those thoughts that come up. Mega cute :)