ADHDFest

🤔 I don't normally like to cover this topic on the pod, I focus mostly on high vibe and support but the time felt right to state my case on the damaging and baseless narratives around neurodivergence in the media. Let's deal with facts and figures before "bias and belief" in order to reverse the damage that may have been done to our community ❤️🙌 RSD Rescue Workshop Members Only Accountability P...

I'm often asked, if I had to choose 1 ADHD hack, above all others.....what would I choose??! Obviously, this is a big ask. ADHD has such a variety of symptoms and behaviours, it's impossible to choose just one, simple strategy to cover them all. But if I HAD to pick a favourite, there is one strategy that has made a clear, positive impact on my life. It's the obvious winner, so today we're taking...

We all know I love a bit of that delulu, manifesting my reality, solutions only life! But I skipped an important step and I don't want you to fall into the same trap. Today we're getting real....so we can heal. Yes, it's a deliciously cheesy line but the message is an important one. Taking a hard look at reality is sometimes necessary before we swoop in to "fix' a problem we aren't fully intimate...

RSD Rescue Workshop - First 10 People Free! (Discount applied at Checkout) 🤯 How have I not spoken about this before?!! There isn't one definitive answer to help with ADHD struggles (wouldn't it be amazing if there was!) so I like to come at them from all angles, including a spiritual approach!! If you've followed the podcast for any length of time you will know I am BIG on the energy of the Univ...

🤯I had no idea that I had ADHD for the first 34 years of my life. I ignored the struggles, pushed down the emotions, shamed myself, created elaborate coping strategies and went on blissfully unaware. But it became glaringly obvious , the minute I became a mother. It's not a unique story, a lot of us lost our ability to cope with ADHD symptoms once we became parents.... which I actually think is a...

🎙It's a Pod of 2 parts this week! 🎧 The conclusion to last week's "Diary of an ADHD Burnout" episode. Did I get through it or is it ongoing? 🤔 Followed by my favourite examples of ADHD Success Stories alongside their very current struggles.🔥 ADHD can't be cured but it can be accommodated. We don't have to give up our dreams, just the Neurotypical strategies we think will get us there. I would l...

It's going be a very different episode this week but it's one I think you will get a lot of value from. I love to keep ADHDFest as uplifting and solutions focused as possible but without transparency, there's a danger of crossing over into toxic positivity. Sometimes, ADHD is just sh*t and it's ok to say that. So rather than hide the burnout that has hit me HARD this week, you're going to hear in...

At first I thought this was a gimmick but it is SO useful, it just makes sense! In today's episode, I'm breaking it down for you... What is a Dopamenu? Why should you use one? How do you use one? How can you tailor it to your specific needs? I even created a free Dopamenu Printable to help you get started! 🔥 I would love to hear how you implement this tool. You can find my socials and get in touc...

Have you seen the memes??? The ones going around social media that say it's not possible to form habits with ADHD 😭😬 I'll be honest, they scared the life out of me. What's the point in trying if a disability dictates it's impossible😐 THEN I did my research (and some self reflection) and realised not only is there no scientific backing for that hypothesis, but we KNOW that can't be true! I'm wil...

Story Time!!! ADHDFest has started 2024 with a bang🎉, so I'm here to share the secret to how I've done it (so far!)🤫 Career has always been my ADHD Achilles heel. Although I'm sure I've looked successful over the years - I was an actress on prime time television and in theatre, working alongside celebrities such as Sheridan Smith, Greg Davies and a fair few Noughties Popstars in my Panto days (a...

Fatigue and Low energy levels are common symptoms of ADHD. Throw in the stresses of everyday life and it can feel like you're never at 100%. Waiting for that day to arrive when you get the perfect rest and recharge will be a long wait, that day may never come. We need to get proactive - so here is my list of ways to boost your energy, both physically and mentally! Members Only Accountability Podca...

*This is the first FREE episode the BODY DOUBLING CLUB membership - All the episodes take on daily tasks in this format. You get access to all the content so far and new episodes every month. Check it out HERE "ADHD body doubling is a practice in which a person works on and completes potentially frustrating tasks alongside another person. The body double’s job is to help anchor the person with ADH...

People Pleasing, or the "Fawn" response, is prevalent in those of us with ADHD, it's a natural result of spending years being misunderstood by the culture but also ourselves. You may think you're just a kind, empathic, helpful person (and you probably are!) but people pleasing has nothing to do with any of those things and is actually very damaging in the long term. It leads to burnout, inauthenti...

Before my ADHD diagnosis, I felt like I was failing. Failing at Motherhood, Failing at Adulting...heck, Failing at Life! The realisation that I had a disability that explained my struggles 🤯 I wasn't lazy, this wasn't a choice, it blew my mind and gave me some relief ❤️ But the years of brainwashing, criticism and anxiety has been hard to undo, even knowing everything I believed about myself befo...

I reckon Mary Poppins said it best when she sang..."In every job that must be done, there is an element of fun. You find the fun and snap... the job's a game!" This trick has turned my nemesis chore (the dishes) into something I actually LOOK FORWARD to! I know....weird. I would have laughed in someone's face if they ever said that to me before but I'm willing to feel a bit silly to tell...

Manifest Your 2024 Glow up! 🔥🥰 The Law of Attraction is a science but that doesn't mean it has to be boring!! In this episode I share with you my 8 ADHD Friendly hacks for achieving your 2024 goals with ease (one of them in your sleep 😴) and actually HAVE FUN whilst doing it. Little to no effort required, my favourite! 🤩 😂 And BONUS: Goal Setting Episode if you haven't gotten around to settin...

Let's take the opportunity this week, to ditch the New Year's Resolutions and try something that will actually have an impact on improving your life. We're digging into each ADHD sub type (there are three!) and trying some easy, fun exercises (specific to your type) that will take you into 2024 KNOWING you're going to smash it 💯 Don't forget to let me know how it goes! Members Only Accountability...

ADHDFest was born from the idea of pairing ADHD and maniFESTation, for good reason. Yes we are looking for ways to survive the ADHD lows but why stop there? Surely we also want to reach for as many of the highs too ❤️💯 It's my belief that we ADHDer's were built to use the Law of Attraction to it's fullest, with our creative and magical thinking. And Bonus....Law of Attraction techniques also HELP...

ADHD education is your best weapon in improving your symptoms 💯 So let's take a deep dive this week into the Number 1 ADHD struggle. What causes it, why and how can you overcome it 🔥🔥🔥 Free Body Doubling Episode: Whole House Clean with Me: ADHD Motivation & Accountability Check out the brand new podcast for more ADHDFest exclusive episodes:  The Body Doubling Club ADHDFest Burnout Bib...

I have been using this strategy for years without even knowing it was helping my ADHD! SOUND THERAPY! I have been well and truly down the rabbit hole researching all the ways you can use this free tool to not only help your focus and productivity but your sleep too, which is a huge factor when it comes to neurodivergence. I've summarised the 5 types of audio therapy that you can start using RIGHT...

The title of today's episode may surprise you, I am usually a huge advocate of "Self Help" and finding strategies to improve ourselves but not at the expense of our self worth. Today I aim to convince you that you are not broken, you are not a problem to be "fixed" or cured. Self help, manifestation and ADHD support strategies are there to ENHANCE our lives, not give us more rules, restrictions an...

No fluff, no complicated, longwinded explanations.... The ADHD symptoms explained in a simple way! In under 10 minutes! Check out the brand new podcast for more ADHDFest exclusive episodes:  The Body Doubling Club ADHDFest Burnout Bible:  ⁠The Burnout Bible Free Resource for Right to Choose Assessments:  (NB. Psychiatry UK have paused any new applications for Right To Choose) UK ass...

ADHD Medication isn't for everyone, it's good to talk about the alternatives. But right now in the UK it's not only good, but necessary. Whether you can't get your prescription filled due to the shortage or are on the never-ending NHS waitlist for assessment or titration, ADHDer's are in desperate need of advice and strategy to help manage their ADHD naturally. So here's my personal recommendation...

Check out the brand new podcast for more ADHDFest exclusive episodes:  The Body Doubling Club ADHDFest Burnout Bible:  ⁠ The Burnout Bible Free Resource for Right to Choose Assessments:  (NB. Psychiatry UK have paused any new applications for Right To Choose) UK assessment bundle Newsletter here:  Sign Up for Updates Instagram:  ADHDFest Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/ADHDfest/ TikTok:  https...

Check out the brand new podcast for more ADHDFest exclusive episodes:  The Body Doubling Club ADHDFest Burnout Bible:  ⁠ The Burnout Bible Free Resource for Right to Choose Assessments:  (NB. Psychiatry UK have paused any new applications for Right To Choose) UK assessment bundle Newsletter here:  Sign Up for Updates Instagram:  ADHDFest Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/ADHDfest/ TikTok:  https...