ADHD Strategies & Support for Women

If you struggle with impulsive behaviors, this is linked to ADHD, even if you don't have the Hyperactive/Impulsive Type of ADHD. In this episode, Renee explores impulse control, how it's related to the ADHD brain and how it can be obvious to others and how it can impact you on the inside with emotional regulation and decision-making. Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Overwhelm shows up in different ways when you have ADHD. Overwhelm affects different parts and systems of the body. You may get overwhelmed every day and it may feel different each time and difficult to manage. Renee explains 3 types of overwhelm and how they show up in your body and mind. Discover insights on managing overwhelm for women with ADHD. Learn ways to overcome overwhelm each time it co...

If you find yourself snacking throughout the day, your brain could be driving this. Sometimes it's dopamine, a need for sensory input, a balancing act for emotional regulation, putting off what you dread, or a need for stimulation. Renee breaks down what drives the urge to snack - why your brain wants to eat something quick and tasty over the standard three square meals. Learn simple ways to suppo...

Have you ever said no to someone feeling anxious leading up to it and ridden with guilt after? For many women, setting boundaries can be difficult, but living with the guilt feels worse. If you've spent years people pleasing, avoiding conflict, or putting everyone else's needs before your own, healthy boundaries can feel selfish. In this episode, Renee talking about why boundaries can trigger guil...

Do you ever get so involved in something that you can't stop doing it, going deeper, sometimes in a repetive loop? In this episode, Renee explores why ADHD can include obsessive behaviors, how hyperfocus and overwhelm play a role, and why certain thoughts, interests, or behaviors can be hard to stop. Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Do you feel pressure to answer texts, emails, or DMs right away? Do you feel the need to be available or "on call" when others contact you? In this episode, Renee talks about digital boundaries, internal distractions, and the mental pressure many women with ADHD experience around communication and constant accessibility. She explores why notifications can feel important, how interruptions affect f...

Ever feel like you focus on how you mess up, but neglect to recognize all the great things you do and have done? In this episode, Renee talks about self-appreciation - how to notice the things you handled well, completed, did right, or have done to bring you where you are now. She explores why many women with ADHD can default to self-criticism, how that affects your mindset and brain function, and...

Ever feel like you're constantly losing things or forgetting something important? In this episode, Renee explains what happens in the ADHD brain when it comes to forgetfulness. She discusses the role of executive dysfunction and working memory, and why it's not about being flighty or unintelligent - it's about how your brain processes information. Listen to learn why you can't keep track of things...

In this episode, Renee shares how to structure your day with ADHD in a way that actually works with your brain - not against it. Instead of rigid schedules that are hard to keep up with, you'll learn a simple, flexible approach to building daily routines that support your energy, focus, and ability to follow through. Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Have a hard time enjoying yourself or focusing in certain environments while others around you seem just fine? In this episode, Renee explores ADHD & sensory sensitivity in women - how light, sound, clothing, and your surroundings can impact your focus, comfort, and nervous system. Renee also explains how ADHD sensory sensitivity differs from autism, and why being highly aware of your environm...

Ever feel stress increasing and need a quick reset? In this episode, Renee shares a simple breathing technique to calm your nervous system in just a few minutes—something you can use anytime, anywhere. Some call it Ujjayi Breath, others Ocean Breath. Renee just says it's amazing! Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Ever feel like being disorganized is something deeper than the stuff you can't keep straight? In this episode, Renee explores why disorganization with ADHD can feel so emotional and overwhelming. She breaks down what's happening in the brain, how executive function and stress responses play a role, and why repeated experiences like losing things or falling behind can impact how you feel about your...

Ever wondered what the difference is between ADHD & ADD? Many people still think ADD is diagnosed, but that changed years ago. In this episode, Renee breaks down common symptoms of ADHD, what criteria needs to be met for a diagnosis, and how the diagnostic process and understanding of ADHD has evolved. Listen to learn: The basic symptoms of ADHD and how they show up in daily life How ADHD diag...

Therapy can be incredibly helpful — but it isn't the only way to get support for ADHD. In this episode, Renee talks about therapy for women with ADHD, and why some may resist it. Renee also explores alternatives tools and treatments to help with ADHD symptoms, and why it is not one-size fits all. Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Do you struggle to start thing or get things done in a smooth, quick way? In this episode, Renee shares how hidden friction points can slow down your efforts and disrupt your routines and follow-through. Learn how to identify the small obstacles that get in the way and practical ways to reduce friction so you can create and carry out daily routines that seem to flow effortlessly. Learn simple ways...

When your mind is racing and you can't shut it off, try this yoga breathwork to relax your mind and body. Renee shares her method of teaching Nadi Shodhana or Alternate Nostril Breathing - do it seated, lying down or however you feel comfortable. You can find the visuals to this episode on Renee's YouTube channel - Inspiring Women with ADHD https://youtu.be/EotjZFTbzHE?si=8R2XUZGs_8TMbkbO Learn si...

When you feel stressed and on a constant state of alert, it's important to recognize the triggers and impact stressful events or information has on your body. Renee shares how to notice the signals and what to do to reset and regulate the nervous system for a healthier, more balanced life. Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Driving can be so stressful. Renee applies her expertise as a yoga and breathwork teacher to dealing with traffic, stubborn red lights, and crazy drivers and explains how this can be helpful with ADHD and emotional dysregulation. Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

To be more mindful, it's helpful to understand how your brain, mind and body are connected, yet separate. Renee explains how to notice when you're mind is spiraling and how to reverse that to create a calm nervous system, which benefits your overall health. Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Continuing on the topic of Consistency with ADHD, Renee shares how ADHD can make consistency more challenging. Learn more about what consistency really is and how to work toward reaching your goals and forming a new habit. Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Consistency can be a challenge for women with ADHD. In this episode, Renee talks about why staying consistent is often harder when you struggle with executive dysfunction, distractions, and people pleasing . Learn how multitasking, and real-life disruptions can interfere with routines along with simple ways to find out what gets in the way and prevent that from happening again. Learn simple ways t...

In this episode, Renee explores why women with ADHD often feel responsible for others' emotions and reactions and how this is connected to rejection sensitivity, conflict avoidance and people-pleasing. Find simple ways to support yourself and build healthy emotional boundaries. Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Have you ever noticed how your mind gives all kinds of reasons not to do the very thing you want to do? The resistant mind protects your brain from overworking, keep things simple and comfortable. In this episode, Renee explains talk about why this happens (especially with ADHD), how resistance impacts your inner dialogue, and how to move past it. Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Life certainly isn't predictable or perfect. When the unexpected happens and when routines, systems, or habits fall apart, it can be overwhelming to know where to begin. In this episode, learn what to do when illness, injury, travel, and the imperfections of life get in the way. Learn why restarting is difficult with ADHD and simple ways to get back into your daily routine without pressure, shame,...

Overwhelm is a common and misunderstood ADHD experience for women. In this episode, Renee explains why ADHD overwhelm happens, how executive dysfunction fuels it, and how simply noticing the source of your overwhelm can help you respond with greater understanding and support instead of frustration or shame. Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.