Attention Talk Radio

Got ADHD? Do you struggle with planning, making decisions, procrastinating, and managing time? Do you beat yourself up for being lazy or unmotivated? What is the underlying issue? In this edition of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach, Jeff Copper (https://www.digcoaching.com/), speaks with Dr. Ari Tuckman (https://adultadhdbook.com/) on a new theory of motivation which reveals...

Are you drowning in a sea of ADHD strategies that never seem to stick? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper pulls back the curtain on why typical plans, tools, and strategies fail those with ADHD. It isn’t a moral failing, a lack of motivation, or laziness—it’s an engineering problem. Jeff introduces the concept of Cognitive Ergonomics and explains...

In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper ( https://www.digcoaching.com ) challenges the status quo of ADHD management. We often fixate on "fixing focus" or conditioning behavior, but we’re focusing on the wrong thing! ADHD isn’t a behavioral problem; it is a precise executive function impairment.   Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out® is a revolut...

Stop the "Shame Spiral." Cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) and Dr. Sharon Saline (https://www.drsharonsaline.com) tackle the heavy burden of negative self-talk in this episode of Attention Talk Radio. •     The Topic : Why shame is so prevalent in the ADHD community. •     The Insight : The hidden truths behind "beating yourself up." •     The Solution : A spe...

Got ADHD? Are you in the third or fourth quarter of your life? Do you need to downsize? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach, Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) talks to Jami Shapiro (https://grandmahasadhd.com), the host of Grandma Has ADHD podcast.. The duo discusses ADHD, clutter, and the difficulties involved in downsizing later in life. The conversatio...

Got ADHD? Do you struggle with notes and lists—taking them but not knowing what to do with them, or ending up with lists scattered everywhere? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper ( https://www.digcoaching.com ) explores the functional role of notes and lists to better understand what’s happening cognitively. Sometimes notes help you pay attention...

ADHD is complex, but the path to managing it doesn't have to be a mystery. Join ADHD coach Jeff Copper ( https://digcoaching.com ) and guest Laura MacNiven ( https://springboardclinic.com ) as they deconstruct the ADHD experience through four essential lenses: physics, biology, behavior, and mindset. This episode goes beyond the basics to share a specific formula for finding non-obvious solutions...

Got ADHD? Are you under a lot of stress? Do you find yourself feeling like you're an imposter? In this edition of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper ( https://www.digcoaching.com ) interviews Michael Greenspan about his transformation from being unaware to becoming self-aware. They explore the transformation process, sharing examples that help illustrate what it in...

ADHD manifests itself in many different facets of life; work is one of them. When it comes to managing ADHD, much of it comes down to emotional self-regulation. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews Diann Wingert https://diannwingertcoaching.com), an ADHD business coach who specializes in helping ADHD entrepreneu...

Got an ADHD teen who struggles with emotional dysregulation? Are you at your wit's end? Are you struggling emotionally? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper ( https://www.digcoaching.com ) interviews ADHD coach Griffin Rouse, who specializes in helping teens with emotional dysregulation. In fact, if they're not throwing TVs out windows, they’re not...

Are you the parent of an ADHD kid? Do you struggle with helping them? Do you get frustrated? In this edition of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper ( http s ://digcoaching.com ) interviews ADHD parent coach Cindy Goldrich ( https://ptscoaching.com ) about managing complex kids. They talk about emotional regulation, what's triggering about your kid, and the notion of...

ADHD is an executive functioning impairment. Self-regulation is a dominant executive function that involves regulating not only your attention, but also your emotions. While it's not a part of the diagnostic criteria, when emotions are dysregulated, attention is dysregulated. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com/) interview...

ADHD is considered a focus problem. When you dig into it, it's really an executive functioning impairment. Executive functions are a collection of mind tools that you use to solve problems. For those with ADHD, these mind tools are less efficient. Thus, it would seem to be harder for those with ADHD to solve problems like neurotypicals. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer a...

You’ve got ADHD. You’re 40 or maybe 40+. This can be a difficult time for ADHD women because of the convergence of ADHD, age, and perimenopause. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) interviews ADDiva Linda Roggli to explore this sensitive topic. They discuss why this period demands tailored coaching and, more importantly,...

Got ADHD? Have you experienced bullying? It's a very real phenomenon. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper ( https://digcoaching.com ) interviews ADHD Coach Brooke Schnittman ( http://coachingwithbrooke.com ) as a follow-up to their show on bullying and ADHD ( https://digcoaching.com/20250730 ). Since then, Brooke has conducted an informal survey o...

Many people with ADHD discover they focus better with sound in the background—but not just any sound. For some, it’s the subtle hum of a fan or motor, not music or conversation, that makes concentration easier. When loyal listener Jessie shared how low-level background noise helps him focus, it sparked the idea for this episode. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, host and ADHD coach Jeff Cop...

Impulsivity, distractibility, procrastination, and challenges with self-regulation can make healthy eating and weight management especially difficult for individuals with ADHD. Good intentions often collide with inconsistent routines, emotional eating, or difficulty following through. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio , host Jeff Copper ( https://digcoaching.com ) speaks with Dr. Roberto Oli...

ADHD often comes with inconsistency—moments of strong performance followed by periods of underperformance. Over time, this unpredictability can lead individuals to question their abilities and hide their struggles behind carefully constructed defenses. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, host Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) speaks with ADDiva Linda Roggli (https://addiva.net), who draws...

The holidays are stressful enough, but when ADHD is part of the family, the pressure can feel overwhelming. Between disrupted routines, heightened emotions, and unrealistic expectations, many parents enter the season already anxious and exhausted. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, host Jeff Copper ( https://digcoaching.com ) and co-host Caroline Maguire ( https://carolinemaguireauthor.com/...

If you've got ADHD, you probably find that the holiday season is incredibly stressful. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, Cognitive Engineer and ADHD Coach, Jeff Copper ( https://digcoaching.com ), shares the type of mindset needed to minimize the stress. He talks about ADHD as an impairment, how it shows up in the holidays, and what to be thinking about in order to bring as much calm to you...

Got ADHD? Got imposter syndrome? This can be very emotionally challenging. In this episode of the Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach, Jeff Copper, shares his thoughts on imposter syndrome in the context of executive function. He tries to bring a legitimate understanding to the nature of imposter syndrome, why it exists, and what you can do to get out of it. If you struggle wit...

If you've got ADHD and you're in a relationship, chances are there are certain areas of contention between you and your partner. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://www.digcoaching.com) interviews Riley Karbon. The duo talks about ADHD couples with different styles, different perspectives, or different things that come up that will never...

Many people with ADHD struggle with feelings of shame and persistent negative self-talk, which can hold them back from reaching their potential. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) sits down with Dr. Sharon Saline (www.drsharonsaline.com) to explore why these patterns develop and how to break free from them. Discover practical strategies to overcom...

Those with ADHD often understand what they need to do, but they struggle with getting them done; there’s a gap in turning knowledge into practice. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) and complex parent coach Elaine Taylor-Klaus (www.impactparents.com) explore the gap and discuss strategies to improve productivity. So, if you feel stuck by overwhelm...

ADHD is fundamentally a challenge of self-regulation, affecting not just attention but also emotions and physical movement. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) engages in an insightful conversation with long-time listener Greg. Together, they delve into the theory behind emotional regulation and, more importantly, discuss the practical strategies,...