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What if support didn’t mean trying harder—but feeling safer being yourself? Learn how ADHD masking impacts your energy, relationships, and self-worth—and what actually helps instead. PLUS: Hear the Book of the Week. Join ADHD-Friendly and learn how to plan YOUR way! Plan, Act, Thrive is an ongoing course. Jump in anytime! As a member, you’ll get full access to this course and all ADHD-Friendly liv...

To-do lists are supposed to help, but for ADHD brains, they often create overwhelm, avoidance, or get completely ignored. In this episode, we break down why to-do lists don’t work the way they’re “supposed to” and share simple, ADHD-friendly strategies to make them actually usable and effective. PLUS: Hear the Book of the Week. Join ADHD-Friendly and learn how to plan YOUR way! Plan, Act, Thrive i...

Ever feel like you start everything… but finish nothing? You’re not alone—and it’s not a motivation problem. In this episode, I explain why finishing tasks is uniquely challenging for ADHD brains and share simple, realistic tools (including one powerful mindset shift) to help you follow through with more ease. PLUS: To register for the First Step Lab Workshop on 4/15/26, use the following link: Fi...

Why Visibility Changes Everything Many people with ADHD struggle with “out of sight, out of mind” due to differences in working memory and executive functions. Using simple, visible systems - what I call ISIM (In Sight, In Mind)—can make it easier to remember, prioritize, and follow through. PLUS: To register for the First Step Lab Workshop on 4/15/26, use the following link: First Step Lab PLUS:...

Why do people with ADHD often struggle with consistency, organization, and follow-through? In this episode, we explore the research on conscientiousness and ADHD, what it looks like in everyday life, and practical strategies that help ADHD brains turn good intentions into reliable action. PLUS: To register for the First Step Lab Workshop on 4/15/26, use the following link: First Step Lab PLUS: Hea...

Do you instantly forget someone’s name right after being introduced? Many adults with ADHD struggle with name recall due to working memory and retrieval challenges. In this episode, we explore the fascinating concept of proper name anomia, why ADHD brains often struggle with names, and practical strategies that actually help. PLUS: Hear the Book of the Week. Join ADHD-Friendly now and learn how to...

Why are transitions so hard with ADHD? In this episode, we explore how ADHD impacts task switching, hyperfocus, executive functioning, and emotional regulation — and why moving from one activity to another can feel exhausting or even impossible. You’ll learn practical strategies to make transitions easier and reduce resistance when switching tasks. PLUS: Hear the Book of the Week. Join ADHD-Friend...

When you live with ADHD, sometimes you know exactly what to do, and still don’t do it. In this episode, I share a personal story about an avoidable mistake, the shame spiral that followed, and how I shifted from self-blame to self-support. Plus I’ll share 5 tips to reset faster, repair what you can, and build systems that make it easier for your future self next time. PLUS: Hear the Book of the We...

When schedules are too packed or too open, the brain gets flooded with decisions, leading to fatigue, avoidance, or paralysis. In this episode, we explore how “Goldilocksing” your schedule, (right-sizing it to fit your brain and energy), can dramatically reduce decision stress and make action easier. PLUS: Hear the Book of the Week. Join ADHD-Friendly now and learn how to plan in YOUR way! Plan, A...

Ever wonder why brushing your teeth, doing the dishes, or starting the laundry can feel strangely overwhelming? In this episode, we unpack why “simple” tasks aren’t always simple for the ADHD brain, and share practical, ADHD-friendly strategies to make them easier to start and finish. PLUS: Hear the Book of the Week. Join ADHD-Friendly now and learn how to plan in YOUR way! Plan, Act, Thrive! Jump...

Spoiler alert: You’re not bad at time… you’re just optimistic. This episode breaks down time optimism , how it sneaks into ADHD life, and practical, shame-free strategies to stop underestimating time and start feeling more in control. PLUS: Hear the Book of the Week. Join ADHD-Friendly now and join the 2026 program, Plan, Act, Thrive! As a member, you’ll get full access to this course and all ADHD...

You probably heard of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out), but what about FOFO (Fear OF Finding Out)? FOFO is a common reason many of us will avoid getting recommended health screenings or make an appointment to get a strange mole checked out. It is a general term used to describe the avoidance and anxiety people sometimes feel about medical care. If this sounds like you, check out this episode to learn mo...

Did you set an intention for a routine in 2026, but are struggling now that the initial sparkle has worn off? ADHD brains prioritize novelty and stimulation. In this episode learn how to resparklize your routines so they work for your brain! PLUS: Hear the Book of the Week. Join ADHD-Friendly now and join the 2026 program, Plan, Act, Thrive! As a member, you’ll get full access to this course and a...

Planning for the future with ADHD can feel overwhelming because ADHD brains are wired to focus on the present moment. In this episode, we explore strategies that make future planning easier so we can move from intention into action with more ease. PLUS: Hear the Book of the Week! Join ADHD-Friendly now and join the 2026 program, Plan, Act, Thrive! As a member, you’ll get full access to this course...

“Just try harder” sounds helpful, but for ADHD brains, it’s a myth that creates shame instead of progress. In this episode, we explore why effort alone doesn’t work with ADHD wiring and share practical, brain-friendly strategies to create motivation, momentum, and real change. PLUS: Hear the Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available in the ADHD-...

In this episode, we explore why motivation isn’t a lack of willpower for ADHD brains - it’s a difference in how energy and dopamine work. I share research-backed insights and practical strategies to help you reframe motivation and harness your brain’s unique wiring. PLUS: Hear the Book of the Week! Create an ADHD-Friendly Personal Owner’s Manual (POM) eBook is now available in the ADHD-Friendly sh...

Before jumping into new goals, it’s powerful to pause and look back at what actually worked for you over the past year. Our brains tend to forget wins and over-focus on what went wrong, so without a quick review, we set goals that don’t match how we really operate. A simple past year review helps you choose goals that fit your strengths, your patterns, and the way your ADHD brain truly thrives. PL...

Our brains love to tell us we’ll remember everything from the holiday season — what worked, what didn’t, and the small tweaks that made a big difference — but we almost never do. We feel so confident in the moment that we don’t capture the lessons, only to hit next December wishing we had written down the things that would have saved stress and frustration. Check out this episode and capture those...

A quick episode just in time for the final holidays of 2025. Hear some of Patty’s wins, a new author a friend recommended that she is enjoying, and more. 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...

Waiting for the right amount of motivation is something many of us with ADHD have done… many, many times. The challenge is that ADHD brains struggle to get activated when we need them to- especially when tasks are tedious, boring, or overwhelming. Patty shares 3 of her favorite motivation hacks to lower resistance and start with more ease. PLUS: Hear this week’s pick for Book of the Week! Create a...

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...

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 a...

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...

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 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-f...