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💙 Sponsored by BetterHelp If you've been thinking about starting therapy, BetterHelp makes it easier to get support from the comfort of your home. Get 10% off your first month by visiting https://betterhelp.com/rebelmomma --------------- What if you've spent your entire life believing you were the problem... when ADHD was the missing piece all along? In this episode of Rebel Momma Pod, host Sarah...

What if the best productivity hack isn't another app, AI tool, or social media strategy? What if it's simply walking away? In this episode of Rebel Momma Pod , host Sarah Castañeda sits down with ADHD coach Russ Jones, founder of ADHD Big Brother, for an honest conversation about social media addiction, doomscrolling, entrepreneurship, accountability, and building a life that aligns with your valu...

When Doctors Dont Have Answers: Self Advocacy with Jamie Lee What do you do when your body knows something is wrong but every test says you're "fine"? In this episode of Rebel Mama Pod, host Sarah Castañeda sits down with career coach Jamie Lee for a deeply personal conversation about neurodivergence, women's health, burnout, and learning to trust yourself when conventional systems fail you. Jamie...

Most productivity advice doesn't work for ADHD—but this does. In this episode of Rebel Mama Pod, host Sarah Castañeda sits down with Dani Donovan to break down what actually works when it comes to ADHD productivity. Instead of forcing yourself into rigid systems, Dani shares her toolbox approach—a flexible, realistic way to get things done without burnout, shame, or relying on last-minute panic. I...

Hello! Enjoy this throwback episode of The Adulting With ADHD Podcast while we continue to work on fresh interviews for Rebel Momma Pod!

The Adulting with ADHD is now  Rebel Momma Pod 🔥. We're exploring what's not in the brochure about neurodivergence, midlife and burnout. New episodes dropping soon 👊

Productivity advice rarely works for ADHD brains, not because you're lazy or undisciplined, but because most systems are built for neurotypical consistency. In this episode of Adulting with ADHD, Sarah talks with Robert Simms, founder of Embodied Resilience Wellness Clinic, registered social worker, Indigenous practitioner, and neurodivergent adult, about designing home and money systems that actu...

People pleasing and rejection sensitivity are common struggles for adults with ADHD, especially in work and relationship settings where power dynamics and fear of disapproval are present. In this episode of Adulting with ADHD, Sarah talks with licensed therapist Billy Roberts, owner of Focused Mind ADHD Counseling, about why people pleasing develops and how it connects to rejection sensitive dysph...

Rejection sensitivity and communication challenges at work are often misunderstood, especially for adults with ADHD. In this episode of Adulting with ADHD, Sarah talks with leadership coach and CEO of Collaborate Consulting, Trystan Reese, about how rejection sensitivity can affect workplace interactions and self advocacy. Trystan shares how understanding brain based differences can help people ap...

Clutter is often treated like a motivation problem but what if it's really a systems problem? 🎙️ In this episode of Adulting with ADHD , Sarah sits down with ADHD and autistic decluttering specialist and podcast host Heather Tingle, founder of Untangled by Tingle, to explore how home organization, dopamine, and executive function are deeply connected for adults with ADHD. Heather shares how her ow...

Stress, trauma, and nutrition are often treated like separate issues but what if they're all part of the same conversation? In this episode of Adulting with ADHD, Sarah sits down with licensed nutritionist and author Meg Bowman to explore how the nervous system and nutrition are deeply connected, especially for adults with ADHD. Meg shares how her own Crohn's diagnosis led her into the world of me...

Getting started can feel harder than the work itself—especially when your brain insists on finding the perfect system before you begin. In this episode of Adulting with ADHD, Sarah sits down with Russ Jones, host of the ADHD Big Brother Podcast, to explore what happens when we stop waiting for certainty and start jumping in sloppy instead. Russ shares his late-in-life ADHD diagnosis and how burnou...

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In this episode, host Sarah is joined by Alexis Haselberger , a time management, productivity, and leadership coach. Alexis, who was diagnosed with ADHD through her work with clients, shares her journey from the high-pressure world of Silicon Valley startups to becoming a coach focused on sustainable success. The conversation explores crucial strategies for adults with ADHD, particularly in high-p...

Natalia Aza, a licensed therapist and co-founder of Kairos Wellness Collective, discusses the overlap between ADHD and OCD. Natalia shares her personal journey with ADHD and OCD, the importance of proper diagnosis, and the specific treatments for OCD. She highlights the challenges of misdiagnosis and discusses lesser-known OCD presentations that individuals with ADHD might overlook. Highlights Nat...

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In this episode, ADHD coach Christine Kotik shares her journey to becoming an ADHD coach, discusses the impact of burnout on adults with ADHD and provides actionable steps for managing time, productivity and emotional regulation. The conversation emphasizes the importance of creating supportive environments for neurodivergent employees and implementing strategies that benefit everyone in the workp...

In this episode, ADHD coach and therapist Megan D'Angelo shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with ADHD later in life. She discusses practical strategies to manage ADHD, navigate burnout, and maintain household routines, especially in neurodivergent families. Highlights Megan's Personal ADHD Journey The Role of ADHD Coaches Understanding Burnout in ADHD Strategies to Combat Burnout Manag...

In this episode of the Adulting with ADHD podcast, host Sky Waterson, an ADHD strategist and founder of Unconventional Organization, shares her journey to an ADHD diagnosis during her PhD. She discusses common prioritization mistakes among ADHD individuals and introduces systems to help ADHD entrepreneurs focus and grow their businesses. Sky emphasizes the importance of personalized systems and th...

In this episode, Dr. Saara Haapanen, a performance scientist, ADHD coach and international speaker, discusses neurodivergent-friendly workplaces. She shares her journey into the field, emphasizing the importance of supporting ADHD individuals in the workplace. Dr. Haapanen explains her patented FUNK MS model that caters to the unique motivational needs of ADHD individuals, stressing the potential...

In this episode we are joined by Melissa Orlov, an award-winning author and expert on ADHD and marriage. Melissa shares her journey into the field, practical strategies for couples dealing with ADHD during times of economic volatility, and how to build resilience and maintain connection.  Highlights   Challenges for ADHD Couples During Tough Times Financial and Emotional Strategies for ADHD Couple...

In this episode, Cynthia Hammer, author of Living With Inattentive ADHD and executive director of the Inattentive ADHD Coalition, joins the show. Cynthia discusses her personal journey with ADHD, the importance of early diagnosis, and the challenges faced by individuals with inattentive ADHD. Find the ADHD Girls is the latest project of the Inattentive ADHD Coalition, focused on raising awareness...

Dr. Luke Smith walks us through how El Futuro, a nonprofit addressing Latino mental health care in North Carolina, advances culturally responsive ADHD support. He shares what culturally responsive care looks like, from philosophy to practice. Listeners gain insights into effective, culturally-attuned approaches for ADHD within a community-centered focus. Highlights How being understood culturally...

This week we're joined by Avy Schondorf, a mom, entrepreneur and host of the AvyHD podcast, who shares her journey of self-discovery, entrepreneurship and building systems that work for neurodivergent minds.   Highlights: The concept of "invisible admin" The importance of shame-free support Practical strategies for managing life and business with ADHD Mentioned in This Episode patreon.com/adulting...