Caren Magill
It's The ADHD-Friendly Show | Personal Growth, Well-being and Productivity for Distractible Minds
It’s the ADHD-Friendly Show, where we celebrate smart, creative women with ADHD. We focus on the positive aspects of our neurodiversity and share tips, hacks and life advice on playing to your own unique strengths at work and life. There’s no denying that living with ADHD can be challenging (especially around menopause, holy smokes), but focusing on the good is the best way to create energy, focus and follow through, so that’s what we do here. Connect with me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/carenmagill My Website: www.itsadhdfriendly.com Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEdXA7ul
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Apr 11, 2026
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ADHD Routines - can't stand them, but can't live without them either. 11.04.2026 12:36
My ADHD routines... the ones I've fine tuned over the last few years have completely gone out the window this year. Two houses, no real routine in either of them, everything in flux — and after almost five years of coaching people through exactly this kind of chaos, I am very much in the thick of it myself. In this video I'm sharing what's actually been helping. Not the 4am cold plunge...
Stop trying to find your purpose and do this instead 20.03.2026 11:11
If you've been chasing a life purpose your whole life and keep coming up empty, this video is for you. I used to be convinced that purpose was something out there waiting to be discovered. So convinced, I quit my job, lost my work visa, packed everything up, and moved to India for three months to study yoga at an ashram. I was sure that's where I'd find it. I didn't. What I found i...
ADHD masking - do you even know when you're doing it? 06.03.2026 12:12
🔗 Free Needs Assessment: https://hi.switchy.io/gw-b📖 Friendship Skills for Neurodivergent Adults" by Carolyn McGuire: https://hi.switchy.io/sB83 There's a difference between adapting to a situation and erasing yourself to survive it. I spent most of my life masking in every area — work, friendships, family — and I didn't even realize how deep it went until retirement forced me to as...
I had no idea I was in survival mode (once again, ADHD bites me in the butt) 27.02.2026 17:31
Have you been feeling like everything is just... harder lately? Like you're doing all the same things you've always done, but getting a fraction of the results — and running on empty in a way that a good night's sleep just doesn't fix? You're not imagining it. For a lot of ADHD women — especially those of us navigating perimenopause or menopause — there's a perfect storm ha...
When You Outgrow the Life You Built 09.01.2026 22:07
I took a break from this channel because I needed to get honest with myself. Over the last year, I realized I’d outgrown parts of my work, my identity, and even the version of myself I’d been performing for a long time… and I didn’t know what was next. In this video, I share: why my business and content started to feel flat what early retirement unexpectedly brought up for me the difference betwee...
That's a wrap on 2025! 13.12.2025 6:21
Just a quick note this week to wish you all a happy holiday season. I'm going to take the next few weeks off podcasting and would love to know what you would like to hear more about in 2026!
How to *Finally* Figure Out What You Want in 2026 05.12.2025 27:14
In today’s episode, I’m talking about a completely different way to figure out what you actually want… not just for the new year, but for your whole life. If you’ve ever tried to think your way into clarity, this is your reminder that your body often knows the truth long before your brain catches up. I’m sharing how I’m navigating my own life transition — from testing out a new city to questioning...
Getting older with ADHD ? One star, do not recommend. 28.11.2025 13:15
ADHD Resources & Coaching 📩 Join my ADHD-friendly newsletter → https://hi.switchy.io/LxA1 🎯 Work with me 1:1 → https://tally.so/r/mK512M 📚 My ADHD productivity & planning tools → https://adhdfriendly.myshopify.com/collections/all Getting older with ADHD hits differently… especially if you’re a woman. No one prepared me for the hormonal crash, the emotional whiplash, the memory changes,...
Overwhelmed & Procrastinating? How To Stop Abandoning Your Future Self 21.11.2025 17:58
If you live in a constant loop of “I am so overwhelmed” and “I’ll do it later,” this episode is for you. I am breaking down why ADHD brains get stuck in overwhelm and procrastination, what is actually going on behind the scenes with your executive function, and the specific behaviors that changed everything for me. We talk about the shame spiral that comes with never feeling caught up, why procras...
I Stopped Impulse Spending with AI (ADHD-Friendly Money Coach) 14.11.2025 14:23
Click to Snag the AI Prompt If money has ever made you feel ashamed or “bad with numbers,” this one’s for you. I went from wrecked credit and impulsive buys to debt-free (except mortgage), fully funded retirement, and calm, values-aligned spending. In this video I show exactly how I use AI as my Money Coach to (1) pause impulsive buys before they happen, ( 2) review my weekly transactions without...
I tried slowing down but my ADHD brain wasn't having it 07.11.2025 11:31
RESOURCES MENTIONED Function Health comprehensive lab panel I used My weekly planning video I tried to “slow down” because I was bored with my work… and it actually made me feel worse. In this video I share what six weeks of experimenting taught me about ADHD boredom cycles, nervous system dysregulation, and why rest can feel unsafe when your brain is stuck in go-mode. Why boredom hits every few y...
how to *actually* REINVENT yourself (without being consistent) 31.10.2025 14:04
📚 My ADHD productivity & planning tools → https://adhdfriendly.myshopify.com/collections/all If you’ve ever looked at your life and thought, I can’t keep doing this , this video is for you. In this week’s episode, I’m sharing how to reinvent yourself — even if you’re inconsistent, impatient, or not naturally disciplined. I’ve reinvented my life multiple times: from a 210-lb high school dropou...
The burnout you've NEVER heard of (because it’s self-induced) 24.10.2025 15:12
Feeling the weight of ADHD burnout ? You're not alone. In this video, I'm sharing my personal journey through a career slump, where boredom led to a lack of dopamine and made consistency incredibly challenging as an ADHD coach and creator. If you've been struggling with motivation, feeling stuck, or experiencing the exhaustion that comes with ADHD burnout , this video offers a transp...
Why people don't believe you have ADHD (and what to tell them) 17.10.2025 11:47
ADHD boredom strikes again...Today’s video is a raw life update from someone whose ADHD brain has officially… lost interest. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering why something that once lit you up now feels like a total drag — your job, your hobby, your business — this one’s for you.👉 We’re talking about:The hidden cost of having an interest-driven brainWhat happens when your ADHD hyperfocus f...
ADHD boredom strikes again (and what I'm doing about it) 10.10.2025 14:34
ADHD boredom strikes again...Today’s video is a raw life update from someone whose ADHD brain has officially… lost interest. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering why something that once lit you up now feels like a total drag — your job, your hobby, your business — this one’s for you.👉 We’re talking about:The hidden cost of having an interest-driven brainWhat happens when your ADHD hyperfocus f...
When Motivation Is 0%… This ADHD System Still Works 03.10.2025 10:29
#sponsored Try xTiles: https://hi.switchy.io/iWQ4Grab my dashboard template: https://xtiles.app/68dde9b54cc34e0e3531d28cToday we’re diving into something that doesn’t get talked about enough when it comes to ADHD, performance, and productivity: energy fluctuations. Everyone has good days and bad days—but with ADHD, low-energy days can completely hijack your executive function. On those days, task...
ADHD Q&A: Failing Focus, Putting out Fires, and You Can’t Do Everything 26.09.2025 23:27
Click Here to Grab Vision to Action Executive paralysis, life “on fire,” and the quote that haunts ADHDers: “You can do anything, but you can’t do everything.” In this Q&A, I show you how to measure focus (not guess), build structure while you’re mid-chaos, and make better choices by pausing, returning to a North Star, and choosing one “anything” at a time. Expect self-compassion, practical to...
7 ADHD Productivity Hacks That Save Me HOURS at Work 19.09.2025 12:59
#sponsored Click here to try Granola: https://hi.switchy.io/iAQ3 ADHD at work can feel like constant chaos — endless tasks, distractions, and zero motivation. But here’s the thing: it’s not laziness, it’s dopamine. In this video, I’m sharing my best ADHD productivity hacks designed to boost dopamine and unlock your own version of god mode at work. What you’ll learn:The ADHD “god mode” trick for ge...
This 5 minute exercise CRUSHES my overthinking 12.09.2025 13:17
In this video, I'm talking about A decision-making framework to help ADHD adults overcome overthinking and make clear, aligned choices using a data-driven scoring matrix (yes, I am a nerd).Here's what we cover:• Overthinking stems from a lack of self-trust and leads to paralysis instead of action• ADHD brains paradoxically add more to their plate when feeling overwhelmed instead of simplif...
ADHD and Friendships: The Struggles Nobody Talks About 05.09.2025 12:07
In this podcast, I'm talking about How ADHD impacts friendships and relationships for adults, including specific challenges, personal struggles, and practical approaches to building healthier connections. If you're a late-diagnosed ADHD adult, coach, or entrepreneur looking for strategies that actually work with your brain, this video has practical insights you can implement right away .**...
How I Use AI to Manage My ADHD (And Why I'm Unapologetic About It) 29.08.2025 7:46
Click here to try GAMMA.APP 👉 https://hi.switchy.io/hJ-GIn this video, I'm talking about Using AI tools to support ADHD brain function, specifically for organizing messy ideas and managing impulsivity. Here's what I'll cover:• ADHD brains are great at generating ideas but struggle with execution and organization• Using voice recording in AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude to brain dump...
Can't Focus? Alway Anxious? This might be why... 22.08.2025 12:53
In this video, I'm talking about Understanding nervous system dysregulation in ADHD adults and practical tools for achieving better regulation through polyvagal theory states. Here's what you'll learn:• Why ADHD adults live in dysregulated nervous system states most of the time, thinking it's normal when there's actually a calmer way to live• The five nervous system states from polyvagal theory: v...
5 Things That Made My ADHD Life 100% Better 15.08.2025 14:30
RESOURCES MENTIONED 📚 Quit Like a Millionaire – https://amzn.to/4md48KN📚 The Simple Path to Wealth – https://amzn.to/414qplE If I could go back in time, these are the 5 decisions I’d make for my ADHD all over again — no hesitation. Living with ADHD isn’t easy, but over the years I’ve made a few life-changing choices that have completely transformed how I think, work, and feel. In this video, I’m...
How To Stop Making Decisions You Regret! 08.08.2025 15:44
Needs + values assessment: https://hi.switchy.io/gw-b5 journal prompts: https://hi.switchy.io/gw-T Book mentioned above: https://amzn.to/4myUHp2 Ever said yes when you meant no? This video is for you, especially if you have ADHD and tend to make impulsive decisions that you later regret. Learn how to practice more **self control** and **saying no** to avoid **over commitment** and **regret avoidan...
When a Big Decision Flops: What I Learned (and What I’m Letting Go Of) 01.08.2025 14:57
Ever made a thoughtful decision that didn’t work out—and then spiraled into shame about it? In this deeply personal episode, I share the behind-the-scenes of shutting down a business idea I spent years thinking about and only months executing. This isn’t just about business—it’s about ADHD decision-making, self-trust, emotional processing, and giving yourself grace when something doesn’t go the wa...
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