ADHD Life Now

Think that you may have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD? Have ADHD symptoms and wonder if you should get tested? Have a friend or family member that thinks they have ADHD? All of these are common situations. You are not alone! Many people who have ADHD went through at least one of these questions in their minds. What is the next step? Where do you start in the process of trying to...

Are you someone with ADHD that tends to ask many questions? Maybe you do with friends or co-workers or someone you just met. How is that perceived by other people when you do? You could be a curious person that needs to know the answer. Ever wonder is now the right time to ask the question? Maybe you know that you ask questions too fast! If any of this applies to you, then listen to this episode....

Have you heard many different things about what ADHD is? Ever saw someone that acted differently when they find out someone has ADHD? Over the years a stigma has been attached to it. Incorrect information about ADHD has changed some people's opinions about it. Movies and television often only one viewpoint about ADHD. Does ADHD deserve to have a stigma surrounding it? The answer is no! The key to...

Are you someone with ADHD that loves video games? Maybe you are a serious gamer that always buys the latest games and has an awesome gaming rig! You could be the more casual gamer that likes to play some free games to relax every day. In either case, you will come across things to buy in games called microtransactions. You have to use your hard-earned cash to pay for the virtual thing you want to...

Ever wonder how to complete a difficult task? You have tried and all it does is make you frustrated. You are not alone! Many people get frustrated for the same reason. They want to be able to complete that difficult task before them! Do you always wait until the last minute? Have trouble figuring out where to start? Stress from a deadline can be an issue too! It could be all of these reasons or ju...

What's the deal with inspiration and ADHD? How does it relate to ADHD? How do you find inspiration? The search for something that inspires you can be a challenge. You may look and wonder if the search even worth the time it takes. Where you look for inspiration is completely up to you! It is your choice! What is the benefit of finding what inspires you? That is what this episode is about! It discu...

What is the advantage of neurodiversity in a business? Does psychometrics used by companies need a change? What are psychometrics and how does it affect neurodiverse job applicants? Should companies look at being more inclusive to neurodiverse individuals? Conversations about neurodiversity are coming more to the forefront daily! Looking at things from new perspectives is essential for growth. It...

Have you ever thought about having an identifier on your license to indicate you have a disability? Do you think that would be a good idea? Will the identifier cause issues? A new bill in Colorado is proposing a law that will put a symbol on a state-issued ID to indicate that a person has a disability. Will people praise or dislike the bill? It all makes for a good discussion! It is worth taking a...

Ever looked on social media or in the news and see the perception of ADHD? The opinions are all over the place! Some myths about ADHD have become commonplace topics of discussion though. Do you wonder if any of them are true? Maybe you are diagnosed with ADHD and know about some of the myths already. No doubt about it though, learning about ADHD is complicated. It's not as simple as some make it o...

Have you ever realized that you hate taking notes? Taking notes can be boring! Sitting in a class or meeting is essential, but not fun! However, if you have ADHD sitting in an hour-long meeting, paying attention, and taking notes you can understand later is a challenge. You could be in a class where distractions are everywhere! Maybe you realize that you missed a key point or got lost because the...

Tried brain training apps before and not a fan of them? Looking for other ways to do some daily brain training that is fun when you have ADHD? You can actually find brain training games or "brain games" in many places! You just have to know what to look for. Want to know how to find those ADHD brain games you are seeking? Check out the 5 tips in this episode to find out. Thank you for listening. I...

Have you ever spoken to someone and realized that you shared way too much information? Ever blurted out every detail about something to someone when you didn't intend to? This is referred to as oversharing and is common among people who have ADHD. Some people refer to it as "word vomit!" It can be embarrassing at times. Ever wished that you can stop oversharing? If you have ADHD and overshare freq...

Have a fitness goal in mind or want to get fit? Been trying to reach your goals, but still have not been able to get any muscle definition? Happy that you are losing weight, but still can't build muscle. This podcast goes over a few key points and mistakes people make when trying to get fit and build lean muscle. It explains about areas of your fitness lifestyle you need to change to reach your go...

Ever thought about taking online classes? Are you starting your first virtual classes now? Are you a veteran and just need some extra help with succeeding in virtual classes? If any of those situations apply to you, then check out this episode! The podcast delivers 10 tips that can help you achieve success in online classes. Find out the best ways to write papers, respond to discussion questions,...

When you have ADHD being accountable is hard. Ever been late turning in a project or assignment due to spending time focusing on something else? Ever tell someone that you will help them with something, give them a specific time, and don't show up? Have you encountered someone that thinks you are not reliable? The purpose of this episode is to show you how to prevent or improve those situations. I...

If you have ADHD, I am sure that you have heard a great deal about the negatives. This podcast goes over the positives of ADHD. There are strengths of ADHD that you may not even know you have! This podcast goes over 6 of the best ones! There are hidden strengths to be discovered. All that it requires is a change in perspective! Thank you for listening and your support. If you enjoy the podcast, cl...

Hate reading something over and over again to understand it? Are you looking for ways that you can make reading easier, f you have ADHD? Then listen to this podcast episode! The podcast goes over six tips that help you understanding and remember what you read. Thank you for listening and supporting the podcast. If you enjoy the podcast, then subscribe to get notified every time a new episode is re...

This podcast episode goes over how to get ready and make yourself comfortable during a telehealth appointment. Do you want to know what to expect when you are on camera? Do you want to know how to be comfortable during one? Do you want to know how to keep from being distracted in a telehealth appointment? If so, then this is the podcast episode for you! The podcast even has some bonus tips! These...

One of the things that sometimes is seen as a disadvantage when you have ADHD is impulsivity. While in some cases that is true, sometimes impulsivity is good. That is why the first word in the title is Jump! In the podcast episode, I give strategies of how impulsivity can be a benefit in your life. Thank you for listening and your support. If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it, the...

This podcast is about five tips to get started on a task (or project) and complete it. I find that these strategies help to motivate me to reach my goal. I use these tips when studying or I have a big or small project. Thank you for listening. Thank you for the support. If you enjoy the podcast, then click the subscribe button. Subscribing will help keep you notified every time a new episode is re...

This podcast episode goes over why having a pen and notebook on you at all times when you have ADHD is essential. The podcast explains how both can be a great tool to improve memory and why anyone with ADHD will need one. I go over personal situations that both have helped me just by having it with me. This podcast also gives examples that you may encounter daily and where a pen and a notebook can...

I recently found this article from the Business Insider called, "13 Science-Backed Tips To Stay Focused and Avoid Distractions." It contains some great strategies that could be used by people with ADHD. I wanted to share my thoughts about the tips on how they can help someone with ADHD. I have used many of the methods mentioned and can confirm they do work for me! I am hoping that they can help ev...

I wanted to do a podcast about how to be happier every day. I think with so much going on in our days that everyone can use a little more happiness. This podcast is about helping people have more happiness starting today! These tips help me to have happier days and I hope they help you do the same. Thank you for listening and your support. If you enjoy the podcast I would appreciate it if you woul...

It is 2021 and so for the new year I wanted to give a list of tech items that can help anyone with ADHD manage their life better. These are my personal suggestions and you may find some other items that will help you as well. I am always excited when I can find something that can simply life or at least try to simplify life for someone with ADHD. I believe these items will help alot! You should be...

It's the first of the year! That means it's New Year's Resolution time! One of the most exciting times of the year! This podcast goes over how the traditional New Year's Resolution may need a change if you have ADHD. The podcast gives five different reasons for thinking about them differently. Let's adjust New Year's resolutions so that you can have success with them when you have ADHD. Thank you...