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Outsmart ADHD
Author: Jamie Cutino
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Hi, friend! I'll keep this short and sweet, because ADHD!
Whether you're newly diagnosed or have known for a century, Outsmart ADHD is the podcast for you. Join me and my guests as we explore the latest research, share personal stories, and provide actionable advice to help you live your best life with ADHD.
Whether you're newly diagnosed or have known for a century, Outsmart ADHD is the podcast for you. Join me and my guests as we explore the latest research, share personal stories, and provide actionable advice to help you live your best life with ADHD.
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What if getting things done didn’t have to feel so hard all the time?Discover the one-two punch of a master list + micro daily list that actually works for ADHD brainsLearn how to schedule hard tasks around your real energy, not society’s 9–5 rulesHear why Jamie lives for noise-canceling headphones (and how they saved her sanity)Get a practical breakdown of the alarm trick that helps you stop missing appointments (without shame)Find out how app blockers give you back time and dopamine (instead of feeling restrictive)Links:Before you rage quit your job, try this! (free webinar) — https://outsmartadhd.co/ragequitBook a free ADHD coaching consult — https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consultSubmit your question to be featured on the podcast — https://outsmartadhd.co/podcast
Do you actually want to help, or do you just feel like you have to?Explore the difference between true empathy and a dysregulated urge to fix everyone’s problemsUncover the roots of “savior mode,” including codependence, trauma, and poor emotional regulationLearn how constantly prioritizing others can be a subconscious strategy to avoid your own discomfortDiscover why jumping in to fix things can sabotage both your relationships and your own growthGet 5 powerful steps to build healthier boundaries without losing your compassionLinks: Before you rage quit your job, try this! (free webinar) — https://outsmartadhd.co/ragequit Book a free ADHD coaching consult — https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult
Ever wonder why one wildly productive day leaves you completely wiped out for the rest of the week?Learn why ADHD brains thrive in bursts and why trying to stay in hyperfocus mode backfiresUnpack the dangerous mindset of “this is my new normal” after a hyperproductive dayDiscover how ignoring rest fuels burnout, self-doubt, and exhaustionGet practical tips to protect your hyperfocus windows and extend your energyReframe your recovery time as essential, not lazyLinks mentioned:Before you rage quit your job, try this! (free webinar) — https://outsmartadhd.co/ragequit Book a free ADHD coaching consult — https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult
What if the reason you hate mornings… is because they were never designed with you in mind?Debunks common myths about “perfect” morning routines that set you up to failReveals the only two things that actually matter for ADHD-friendly morningsShares examples of screen-friendly routines that won’t fry your brainValidates why burnout makes it feel impossible to start the day “right”Offers real-life ideas for joyful, sustainable, pressure-free morningsLinks Mentioned:👉 Before you rage quit your job, try this! (free webinar) — https://outsmartadhd.co/ragequit 👉 Book a free ADHD coaching consult — https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult
Are you constantly running late, no matter how hard you try?Understand what time blindness really is, and why it's so common for ADHD brainsLearn how executive dysfunction, hyperfocus, and emotional dysregulation impact your sense of timeHear real-life examples that prove it’s not a character flaw, it’s neurologyDiscover the exact 3-alarm method that helps ADHDers show up on time (finally!)Get creative ways to estimate how long tasks take without melting down or giving upLinks Mentioned:Before you rage quit your job, try this! (free webinar) — https://outsmartadhd.co/ragequitBook a free ADHD coaching consult — https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult
Are your boundaries quietly wrecking every part of your life?Break down the hidden ways loose boundaries lead to burnout, resentment, and even unemploymentExplore how boundary issues sneak into your friendships and make you feel like "the only one who gives a sh*t"Learn how weak boundaries in romantic relationships can erase your sense of self—and how to reclaim itDiscover the link between poor boundaries and the toxic work cycles you can't seem to escapeStart defining what you actually want—without guilt, shame, or self-abandonmentLinks: 👉 Before you rage quit your job, try this! (free webinar) — https://outsmartadhd.co/ragequit 👉 Book a free ADHD coaching consult — https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult
What would your life look like if “no” didn’t come with guilt?This episode:Breaks down exactly what weak boundaries look like (and why so many of us were programmed to have them)Explores the emotional toll of being the default problem-solver, peacekeeper, and fixer in every area of lifeWalks you through the internal shifts and practical steps to start building boundaries (even if it feels impossible right now)Validates why people-pleasing feels safer (and how to stop tying your worth to it)Offers a roadmap for reclaiming your time, energy, and agency (without burning every bridge)Links:👉 (Join the LIVE Masterclass!!) Before you rage quit your job, try this! — https://outsmartadhd.myflodesk.com/ragequit 👉 Book a free ADHD coaching consult — https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult
Is it your job… or your nervous system that’s about to quit?Feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or like the only competent one at work?Struggling to keep up with unrealistic demands while your to-do list never shrinks?Tired of taking work home—and never getting to truly rest?Wondering if it’s time to rage-quit your job… or if there’s another way?Learn the exact strategies I use with clients to stop the burnout spiral and take back control👉 Join the FREE live masterclass: Before You Rage Quit Your Job, Try This 🗓 September 23 at 11:00 AM Mountain (Denver) Time 🔗 Sign up here — https://outsmartadhd.myflodesk.com/ragequitCan’t wait to see you there!
What if your overwhelm isn’t from doing too much but from not getting what you actually need?Breaks down what nervous system dysregulation really is and why it goes undiagnosed in high-functioning womenHighlights overlooked signs of dysregulation like executive dysfunction, emotional reactivity, and rejection sensitivityDives deep into how internalized ableism keeps you stuck in burnout and self-blameUncovers five key areas of life (work, relationships, environment, mental health, goals) that silently sabotage your regulationWalks through practical, deeply validating ways to start identifying your needs and setting boundaries that actually stickLinks mentioned:👉 Before you rage quit your job, try this! (free webinar) — https://outsmartadhd.co/ragequit 👉 Book a free ADHD coaching consult — https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult
Ever wonder why every job starts out amazing... until you suddenly want to burn it all down?Break down the real reasons your 9–5 feels unsustainable (and why rage quitting keeps happening).Learn how fluctuating energy and poor boundaries sabotage even the best job fit.Explore how childhood conditioning creates fear around saying “no” even when you need to.Understand why executive dysfunction makes boring job tasks feel impossible and what to do about it.Discover invisible accommodations that can transform your workday without involving HR.Links:Before you rage quit your job, try this! (free webinar) — https://outsmartadhd.co/ragequitBook a free ADHD coaching consult — https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult
What if rest isn’t enough to restore your energy?Break down the difference between capacity and capability and why it mattersRecognize the 4 stages of burnout healing and what each really feels likeLearn why “pushing through” secretly drains your body’s reservesDiscover the deep work that actually increases capacity (boundaries, self-trust, relationships, basics)Shift from survival mode to building a life with stable, predictable energyBefore you rage quit your job, try this! (free webinar) — https://outsmartadhd.co/ragequit Book a free ADHD coaching consult — https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult
What if your brilliant problem-solving brain is actually what's burning you out at work?In this episode, Jamie breaks down:Why systemic issues persist (hint: leadership isn’t always on board with fixing the root cause)The cycle that leads brilliant problem-solvers into burnout (and repeat job changes)Why your next job isn’t the real fix (it's rarely the job, it’s the lack of boundaries and leadership alignment)What to do insteadLinks Mentioned:Before You Rage‑Quit Your Job, Try This! Free webinar: outsmartadhd.co/ragequitBook your free 30-minute coaching consult: calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult
Do you dread bedtime because your ADHD brain refuses to shut off, no matter how tired you are?This episode is packed with no-BS advice that *actually* works for dopamine-deprived ADHD humans. You'll learn:Why traditional sleep tips don’t work for ADHD and what to do insteadHow to create a downshifting routine that respects your need for stimulationThe critical role of consistent wake-up times in resetting your sleep cyclePractical tools like app blockers, supplements, and even crochet for better sleepReal talk about what to do when your brain fights every part of the processFree Webinar: outsmartadhd.co/ragequit — How to stop burnout before rage-quitting your job.Free Coaching Consult: https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult — Chat with me and get personalized advice.
What if the reason you're not successful in business is because you don't give yourself permission to do things a different way?I interviewed Cheryl Woodhouse, one of the “Lost Girls” of the neurodivergent world. Labeled as “trouble” long before ADHD was studied in girls, Cheryl shares how her early misdiagnoses and workplace struggles led her to entrepreneurship. Now the founder of Solo School, the only business school designed specifically for neurodivergent founders and freelancers. She also leads Tactile Design Co, an accessibility research and consulting firm. Cheryl is on a mission to end income inequality for nerurodivergent folx, one business at a time.In This Episode:The truth behind why business courses fail for neurodivergent folksHow internalized ableism delays our successThe life-changing impact of “permission masquerading as information”Why flexibility and sensory awareness must be business prioritiesHow Cheryl built a scalable model that doesn’t compromise support or accessibilityAnd why your $50K business might be more “successful” than you thinkJoin Solo School with Cheryl: Solo School: https://soloschool.caJamie's Goodies!FREE webinar ADHD women, before you rage-quit your job, try this!Consult with Jamie for ADHD CoachingSchedule free consult HERE
All the productivity tips in the world won’t work if your sensory needs are being ignored. I'm chatting about:What sensory needs actually are and why they matter for ADHDThe difference between sensory seeking and sensory avoidant behaviorsHow to dress for sensory comfort (not for the job you want)Simple changes to your workspace that can boost focus and reduce overwhelmCreative solutions when you’re stuck in a noisy, overstimulating environment👉 Book a free ADHD consult call with Jamie: Click here
Are you the go-to friend for everyone else's problems, but feel utterly depleted?In this episode, I'm diving into how trash boundaries in friendships can wreck your energy, your nervous system, and even your career. If you’ve been the unpaid therapist in your social circle or you’re constantly saying yes when your body screams no, this one's for you.Why women with ADHD are more likely to tolerate one-sided, draining friendshipsThe difference between being supportive and being someone’s emotional dumping groundHow internalized ableism leads to over-accommodating behavior in friendshipsRed flags that it’s time to reevaluate or release certain friendshipsScripts and strategies for setting boundaries that protect your energy and peaceLinks: 📞 Book a free consult with Jamie 📺 Free webinar: ADHD Women Ready to Rage Quit Your Job – Sign up here
What if doing a "shitty job" is the secret to finally making progress?Today I'm chatting about:Why doing a “shitty job” helps your ADHD brain start and finish tasksHow overthinking and perfectionism block executive functioningReal-life examples of how to use this simple strategy in your daily lifeWhy redefining “done” can bring massive reliefHow this mindset shift reduces pressure and increases follow-through in every area of lifeSchedule a free consult call with Jamie
What happens when your perfectly planned day falls apart and your brain refuses to cooperate?Today I'm chatting about:Why identifying your energy and focus levels is the key to choosing your next stepHow to get unstuck using the “easiest task” strategyThe truth about perfectionism and why doing a “shitty job” might be exactly what you needHow emotional dysregulation hijacks your productivity and simple ways to resetMy personal system for dumping brain clutter without getting overwhelmedSchedule a free consult call with Jamie: https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult
Do you get a sinking feeling in your stomach when you try to market or sell your products or services? Does rejection feel like an overwhelming, almost out of body experience? If so, this episode is for you!!What RSD is and how it uniquely affects those with ADHDThe emotional and physical toll RSD can take when left unaddressedHow RSD shows up in your business consultations, referrals, social media, and morePersonal stories of setbacks, trolls, and learning to regulateWhy support (not just therapy) is key to growing a thriving ADHD-friendly businessThe truth about confidence, regulation, and success as an ADHD entrepreneurBook a free coaching consult with Jamie: https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult
What if the friendships you’re struggling to maintain aren’t falling apart because of them but because of how RSD is showing up in your life?Today I'm talking about:How Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) can make you misread texts, overreact, or pull awayHow RSD often gets confused with social anxiety and leads to isolationReal-life stories of how RSD can sneak into friendships, including people-pleasing and overextending yourselfWhy nervous system regulation is the foundation for managing RSDHow to figure out who your safe people are, and what to do when they aren’t Book a free ADHD coaching consult




aaaaaa man i love your episodes! also crazy my sister Illyria has like adhd counseling from you. if you do read this tell her I love her, if you would hehe
I missed hearing your voice!!! so happy your back