Motherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHD

Our guest this week is Kate Moryoussef, of Coaching by Kate. Like many of us, Kate was torn between stay at home mom and working mom, wanting to be home with her babies but also feeling like she was drawn to more. As she wandered her way into her calling, as many of us do, Kate realized that who she wanted to help were women like herself - but she wasn't sure how to describe ...us! See, Kate didn't know that there was a name for women like her, women like us, until recently, as she was diagnosed with Adult ADHD just a few months ago. And knowing who she is has made all the difference. Now Kate is using her ADHD to help women as a well-being coach, using Emotional Freedom Technique , also called tapping, to help her clients. Listen in as Kate shares her Adult ADHD diagnosis journey, how she grew up in an ADHD home (yet didn't know that she had it, too!), how she found her calling, and how she uses her own diagnosis to help her daughter. Her story continues in the next episode, so stay tuned for part 2 with Kate! We dive into our discussion on self-care, through tapping, which is a simple and easy to implement treatment for both ADHD and anxiety. Each week of our series on self-care, our guest will share an area of self care that we can use to take care of our ADHD brain, body, mind, and soul. I cannot wait for you to, not only learn what gives you energy, but know wholeheartedly that it is totally doable to take care of ourselves when we make it ADHD friendly. We're starting with simplicity - baby steps and we're aiming for progress over perfection. Come'on. Meet your fellow Successful ADHD Mama. Click here for the Show notes and transcription. Follow Kate on instagram @coaching_by_kate_ or facebook @coachingbykate Watch instructional videos on her website www.coachingbykate.me.uk and sign up for her emails on her site in order to get the most up to date info from Kate, or learn about her group and 1:1 coaching. Listen to Kate's podcast The Ambitious Mum It's time to stop beating yourself for forgetting yet another school event or doctor's appt...or forgetting to pick up your kid entirely. It's time to feel confident and capable keeping up with your schedule. Pre-sale is open for my upcoming class on how to use your calendar when you have ADHD. Sign up for class now!

Our guest this week is Anna Rubano, of In Tune with Anna K. We're talking about self care for moms who have ADHD and we're talking about food choices. This is a sore spot for a lot of us moms. How do we plan for healthy eating when we're barely surviving on handfuls of goldfish crackers and sandwich scraps leftover from our toddler? Take a deep breath and relax. This isn't a chat on the benefits of paleo vs. keto, or how to count your macros. Anna will encourage you no matter what your food choices currently are. Our discussion isn't about what you look like, or achieving that goal weight, or the perfect meal plan. Instead, we talk about: -how can we take care of ourselves through making small changes in our food choices -using food as fuel to nourish our bodies and feed our ADHD brains -how Anna stays committed when she does not have motivation -what you can do to get started when you are feeling overwhelmed -ideas on how to stick to your meal plan when you don't really feel like eating that thing any more Anna is a holistic health coach, helping women integrate whole health into their lives, looking beyond just healthy food choices to what is happening off the plate and in your life. She's not pushing diet culture. Instead she guides women on how to work on our physical health with big picture view - not nitpicking the details - which is a great match for our ADHD brains. Taking care of yourself is a basic requirement of living - like food and water - not a luxury item. Self-care can and must be done in every stage of motherhood. Get ready - let's figure out what self-care truly fits you. You are worthy. You are valuable. You are not alone. Anna's journey is part of our March Mama Madness Series. Be sure to listen to part 1, when Anna shares her ADHD diagnosis story of being diagnosed later in life after her son was diagnosed with ADHD. We covered aaaaaaall the feelings of shame starting in childhood, feeling like we're not good enough, and the grief & relief of having your diagnosis. Anna's soft spoken strength gives us hope that we can find our strength, too. Get ready to laugh and cringe as you hear parts of your life woven through Anna's story as she shares her ADHD journey with us, and witness her honesty and vulnerability through her struggles with ADHD. Come'on. Meet your fellow Successful ADHD Mama. Click here for the Show notes and transcription. Find Anna on instagram @intunewithannak and sign up for a free health discovery session on Anna's website: www.intunewithannak.com It's time to stop beating yourself for forgetting yet another school event or doctor's appt...or forgetting to pick up your kid entirely. It's time to feel confident and capable keeping up with your schedule. Pre-sale is open for my upcoming class on how to use your calendar when you have ADHD. Sign up for class now!

Our guest this week is Anna Rubano, of In Tune with Anna K. Anna is part of the late diagnosis club, finding out about her diagnosis as she learned about her son's ADHD diagnosis. We cover aaaaaaall the feelings of shame starting in childhood, feeling like we're not good enough, and the grief & relief of having your diagnosis. Anna's soft spoken strength gives us hope that we can find our strength, too. Anna is a holistic health coach, helping women integrate whole health into their lives, looking beyond just healthy food choices to what is happening off the plate and in your life. She's not pushing diet culture. Instead she guides women on how to work on our physical health with big picture view - not nitpicking the details - which is a great match for our ADHD brains. Anna's story is part of our March Mama Madness Series, so stay tuned for part 2! In our next episode, Anna and I dive into our discussion on self-care, how we can use food as part of our ADHD treatment and as fuel to nourish our bodies, overcoming our ADHD waffling tendencies, and how keeping it simple and taking it slow is the way to make long lasting impact on our health and how we take care of our bodies and minds. Each week of our series on self-care, our guest will share an area of self care that we can use to take care of our ADHD brain, body, mind, and soul. I cannot wait for you to, not only learn what gives you energy, but know wholeheartedly that it is totally doable to take care of ourselves when we make it ADHD friendly. We're starting with simplicity - baby steps and we're aiming for progress over perfection. Come'on. Meet your fellow Successful ADHD Mama. Click here for the Show notes and transcription. Find Anna on instagram @intunewithannak and sign up for a free health discovery session on Anna's website: www.intunewithannak.com It's time to stop beating yourself for forgetting yet another school event or doctor's appt...or forgetting to pick up your kid entirely. It's time to feel confident and capable keeping up with your schedule. Pre-sale is open for my upcoming class on how to use your calendar when you have ADHD. Sign up for class now!

Our guest this week is Dina Quondamatteo, better known as The ADHD Lawyer. We're talking about self care for moms who have ADHD and who better to teach us first than a mom who has been momming for 17 years? Movement and exercise is a great way to get our dopamine flowing, and Dina will encourage you no matter where your physical ability currently stands. Our discussion isn't about what you look like, or achieving that goal weight. Instead, we talk about: -how can we take care of ourselves through exercise -using exercise as a natural and free ADHD treatment -how Dina stays committed when she does not have motivation -what you can do to get started when you are feeling overwhelmed -utilizing rituals to stay on track throughout the day Taking care of yourself is a basic requirement of living - like food and water - not a luxury item. Self-care can and must be done in every stage of motherhood. Get ready - let's figure out what self-care truly fits you. You are worthy. You are valuable. You are not alone. Dina's journey is part of our March Mama Madness Series. Be sure to listen to part 1, when Dina shares her ADHD diagnosis story of being diagnosed later in life around 40. Dina has an innate ability to be strong and vulnerable simultaneously, with infectious enthusiasm and drive to encourage others with ADHD. We talked about juggling school and rearing twins, getting to know your life long roommate called ADHD, and why she went back to law school at age 40 and was driven enough to get accommodations for the Bar Exam. Get ready to laugh and cringe as you hear parts of your life woven through Dina's story as she shares her ADHD journey with us, and witness her perseverance and persistence in the face of insurmountable obstacles. Come'on. Meet your fellow Successful ADHD Mama. Click here for the Show notes and transcription. Is your time blindness wreaking havoc on your life? Ready to cut some chaos from your day? Pre-sale is open for my upcoming class on how to use your calendar when you have ADHD. Sign up now!

Our guest this week is Dina Quondamatteo, better known as The ADHD Lawyer. Dina has an innate ability to be strong and vulnerable simultaneously, with infectious enthusiasm and drive to encourage others with ADHD. We talk about juggling school and raising twins, getting to know your life long roommate named ADHD, and why she went back to law school at age 40 - and was persistent enough to get accommodations for the Bar Exam! She lives by her daily rituals, and encourages us to begin our day with gratitude and intention. Dina is part of the late diagnosis club, learning the name for her uniqueness at the age of 40. Get ready to laugh and cringe as you hear parts of your life woven through Dina's story as she shares her ADHD journey with us, and witness her perseverance and persistence in the face of insurmountable obstacles. Dina's story is part of our March Mama Madness Series, so stay tuned for part 2! In our next episode, Dina and I dive into our discussion on self-care, how we can use movement and exercise as part of our ADHD treatment, her love of rituals, and how she stays positive through it all. Each week of our series on self-care, our guest will share an area of self care that we can use to take care of our ADHD brain, body, mind, and soul . I cannot wait for you to, not only learn what gives you energy, but know wholeheartedly that it is totally doable to take care of ourselves when we make it ADHD friendly. We're starting with simplicity - baby steps and we're aiming for progress over perfection. Come'on. Meet your fellow Successful ADHD Mama. Click here for the Show notes and transcription. Is your time blindness wreaking havoc on your life? Ready to cut some chaos from your day? Pre-sale is open for my upcoming class on how to use your calendar when you have ADHD. Sign up now!

Happy Podcast Birthday, Mama! We made it 2 years together. Whoo-hoo! Thank you for being a part of my village. We're going back to the beginning...the very first 4 episodes of the podcast are about First Steps. So today's episode is Part 5, summarizing all of the amazing things you have taught me over the last two years of sharing my life with you, and you sharing yours with me. We talk about the 3 pillars of success for ADHD brains: 1)learn about your ADHD brain: What is ADHD? (Episode 69), comparison, superpowers, and is it worth getting an official ADHD diagnosis? 2)put on your oxygen mask first: why self-care matters, learning to trust yourself, and filling your toolbox. 3) ask for help: finding a safe place to talk, support groups like The Enclave, and adult accommodations. While these aren't "easy fixes," there are so many ways to help ourselves feel better and do better. And I'm here to help. One baby step at a time leads us forward. Progress over perfection! Interested in my upcoming class on overcoming time blindness by using your calendar effectively? Add yourself to the waitlist at patriciasung.com/adhdcalendar Do you want to be on the podcast? I need your help. What is your best advice for other ADHD moms to take care of themselves? I want to know. Send me your best advice at patriciasung.com/shareadvice And you might be featured on an upcoming episode of our self-care series. www.patriciasung.com/resources for more info & free resources.

When did self care get such a bad reputation? Self-care is not a luxury, a nicety, a great bonus. It's not bubble baths and shaving your legs once a quarter. It's a requirement for living, just like food, water, and sleep. And we're pretty terrible at doing those things, too, but I digress. Taking care of yourself has got to move up the priority list, assuming you've even put yourself on the list in the first place. You see, mama, we women spend every waking moment taking care of everyone else, yet we can't care for others well when we're running on empty. So what is a busy mama to do? Let's start. Article: What Self-care Is -- and What It Isn't Interested in my upcoming class on overcoming time blindness by using your calendar effectively? Add yourself to the waitlist at patriciasung.com/adhdcalendar Do you want to be on the podcast? I need your help. What is your best advice for other ADHD moms to take care of themselves? I want to know. Send me your best advice at patriciasung.com/shareadvice And you might be featured on an upcoming episode of our self-care series. www.patriciasung.com/resources for more info & free resources.

It feels like everyone spent the month of January tooting their Goal Setting and Yearly Planning horns. While intentions are good, planning is not my strong suit because I have ADHD. Throw in some time blindness, another feature of ADHD, and I have trouble planning today, let along the next 12 months. How can I think about October when I don't know what I am going to eat for lunch? Instead, let's break down planning into baby steps. Bombastic ADHD brains often choose goals that are spectacularly amazing and also totally unrealistic to accomplish in the amount of time we have, thanks to our executive function struggles. While we do want to do big things for the year, let's focus in on what we can do in the next few weeks to move the needle forward. Do you want to be on the podcast? Share your best advice for this month's question and you might be featured on an upcoming episode! Q: How can we, as moms with ADHD, take better care of ourselves? https://www.patriciasung.com/shareadvice www.patriciasung.com/resources for more info & free resources.

After years of failed New Year's Resolutions, I've adopted a Word of the Year. A Word of the Year is significantly more ADHD friendly than resolutions, as it is flexible enough for an entire year (hello, commitment phobes), holds space for gray area (hello, black and white thinkers), leaves a lot less room for failure (hello, shame spiral and perfectionists) with infinite possibilities (hello, big dreamers). It's a match made in heaven! Plus I've stuck with it for several years in a row, which is more than I can say for resolutions. Is a Word of the Year right for you? Need help picking a word of the year? Check out this guide from Paula Engebretson of the I'm Busy Being Awesome podcast. Why I chose Failure in 2020: Episode 46 (I know, it's kinda laughable in hindsight.) Download the notes from Episode 77 on how to succeed at New Year's Resolutions here: https://www.patriciasung.com/resolutions Do you want to be on the podcast? Share your best advice for this month's question and you might be featured on an upcoming episode! Q: How can we, as moms with ADHD, take better care of ourselves? https://www.patriciasung.com/shareadvice www.patriciasung.com/resources for more info & free resources.

By the end of January, more than 90% of people have forgotten about, given up on, or started cursing at our new years resolutions. That we made. That we chose. That we *wanted* to do. And yet, we didn't. We failed at our resolution. But it doesn't have to stay that way. Having ADHD does not mean we can't set goals, or push forward, or succeed. February is just as good of a month to make positive changes as January, or July, or September. Let's ditch the "New Year's" part of the resolution and talk about 5 common reasons WHY we often fail at achieving our goals, and what we can do to get back on the horse, and do the thing that you really want to do. Download the notes from today's episode here: https://www.patriciasung.com/resolutions Do you want to be on the podcast? Share your best advice for this month's question and you might be featured on an upcoming episode! Q: How can we, as moms with ADHD, take better care of ourselves? https://www.patriciasung.com/shareadvice www.patriciasung.com/resources for more info & free resources.

January is the start of the new year and it feels like everyone is tooting their Goal Setting and Yearly Planning horns. While intentions are good, planning is not my strong suit because I have ADHD. Throw in some time blindness, another feature of ADHD, and I have trouble planning today, let along the next 12 months. How can I plan for October when I don't know even what I am going to make for dinner tonight? Instead, let's break down planning into baby steps, and bring the future into the "now" by looking only at the upcoming month. While this won't magically fix our missing "time" skills, this will remind us what is coming up and help us feel prepared for what is ahead. Much appreciation to Lara Casey, from whom I adapted this technique. Download the notes from today's episode here: https://www.patriciasung.com/monthahead Do you want to be on the podcast? Share your best advice for this month's question and you might be featured on an upcoming episode! Q: How can we, as moms with ADHD, take care of ourselves? https://www.patriciasung.com/shareadvice www.patriciasung.com/resources for more info & free resources.

Is your house a Christmas hurricane and your mind a Holiday hangover? I'm sharing one baby step every day to exit the Christmas crazy and pull your home (and yourself) back together. Download the free checklist with one task (5-15 minutes) for every day. I'm also posting 30-second videos on YouTube & IG Reels Join me! It's one baby step every day for the next two weeks. Let's kick that crazy to the curb and build the mindset that we can do hard things ONE STEP AT A TIME. Because you can! And cleaning up all the holiday crap by the end of January is fo' sho' a hard thing. Let's do it! Just in case you haven't heard it recently: You are amazing, Successful Mama! patriciasung.com/holidayhangover

It's my birthday month! As I round out my 30's, I'm taking a moment to appreciate all of you, and say thank you for your support. In case you haven't grabbed any of the free resources on my website - get your free stuff, mama! I want to help you start 2021 on a high note. Next year is going to be awesome, and I can't wait to see where you go and change and bloom. For more info & details, plus free resources: motherhoodinadhd.com

Do you often tell yourself you're a failure? Do you have trouble making friends or reading social cues? Do you view yourself with an overcritical eye, feeling like you keep screwing up over and over? Is pausing, stopping yourself, or assessing the situation a rare occurrence? I can not explain what ADHD is without discussing Executive Function, because executive functioning is the CEO of our brain. Our Self Regulation discussion includes reflection, impairment, sensory overload, fear, frustration, anger, embarrassment, anxiety, friendships, dopamine, CBT, celebrating our wins, self criticism, and Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria. The whole enchilada. Let's learn about our ADHD brains. For more info & details, plus free resources: motherhoodinadhd.com

Do your feelings go from 0-100 in no time flat? I can not explain what ADHD is without discussing Executive Function, because executive functioning is the CEO of our brain. Our Emotional Regulation discussion includes sensory overload, fear, fight or flight, frustration, children pushing our buttons, anger, embarrassment, period cycles, hormones, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, Bipolar, and Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria. Holy Moly, Batman! Let's learn about our ADHD brains. For more info & details, plus free resources: motherhoodinahd.com

Does your energy level reside somewhere between zero and 500, sliding from one end of the spectrum to the other? I can not explain what ADHD is without discussing Executive Function, because executive functioning is the CEO of our brain. Our Energy Regulation discussion includes sleep, arousal, motivation, addiction, period cycles, hormones, inconsistency, Bipolar, Anxiety, Depression, and Chronic Fatigue. We're getting into the tough stuff today. Let's learn about our ADHD brains. De-stress your December! Enrollment is closing for my Lower Stress Holidays course: successfulasamother.com For more info & details, plus free resources: motherhoodinadhd.com

Is your usual December a last minute frenzy, full of half finished projects, overspending, juggling your parents and in-laws, and ending with kicking yourself for what you didn't finish? It doesn't have to be an entire month of holiday stress. You can have a Christmas or Hanukkah season filled with the activities that you and family enjoy. But how? Let's make this happen and it starts now. It's time to cut the chaos and instead make great memories with our families. Enroll at www.successfulasamother.com Sign up for the free webinar Nov 6th at 11 AM CST: www.patriciasung.com/freeholidayclass

What do you say when people ask you: What Is ADHD? I didn't have a good answer, so I dug into the scientific research. We're talking about the neuroscience of ADHD, what happens in your brain between the neurotransmitters, neurons, and synapses, that make up this neurological medical condition. I'll also debunk some ADHD myths and common misconceptions, as well as explain how stimulants affect the ADHD brain. There is so much more to ADHD than meets the eye. When you understand how your brain works, you can be far more confident that your decisions fit your lifestyle and choices. Let's learn about our ADHD brains! www.patriciasung.com/resources for more info & free resources.

Can you easily flip between tasks or conversations like it's a breeze? Nah, me neither. I can not explain what ADHD is without discussing Executive Function, because executive functioning is the CEO of our brain. You use it to run your life: your productivity, efficiency, family, work, friendship, including every single decision you make, from career choices to when to brush your teeth. One area of EF is Flexibility. Or the lack thereof, being the hallmark of ADHD. How does it affect an ADHD adult? Let's learn about our ADHD brains. www.patriciasung.com/resources for more info & free resources.

Is your paperwork system piles rather than files? And you know that paper you need is in the fourth stack on the left, about half way down? I can not explain what ADHD is without discussing Executive Function, because executive functioning is the CEO of our brain. You use it to run your life: your productivity, efficiency, family, work, friendship, including every single decision you make, from career choices to when to brush your teeth. One area of EF is Organization. Or the lack thereof, being the hallmark of ADHD. How does it affect an ADHD adult? Let's learn about our ADHD brains. Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/resources along with several free resources for ADHD mamas, including my favorite ADHD resources, tools beyond medication, a back to school checklist, and The Disorganized Mom's Guide to a Peaceful Morning.

Do you know that you need to get something done but you just...don't? I can not explain what ADHD is without discussing Executive Function, because executive functioning is the CEO of our brain. You use it to run your life: your productivity, efficiency, family, work, friendship, including every single decision you make, from career choices to when to brush your teeth. One area of EF is Motivation. Or the lack thereof, being the hallmark of ADHD. How does it affect an ADHD adult? Let's learn about our ADHD brains. Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/resources along with several free resources for ADHD mamas, including my favorite ADHD resources, tools beyond medication, a back to school checklist, and The Disorganized Mom's Guide to a Peaceful Morning.

Is your version of an alarm clock your child peering over the bed claiming starvation? Are you flying out the door, rushing everyone along in mild panic and high stress? Do you spend more than five minutes looking for shoes, keys, or coats? More than 10 minutes? Are you still in your pajamas at lunch time more days than not? Does your morning look like what you want it to look like? Getting multiple people ready and exiting the house on time requires epic-level executive function ninja skills. I used to think it was impossible! I was always 30 minutes late, sweating, grumpy, anxious, beating myself up for the three things I forgot, yelling at my family, just in time to plaster a fake smile on my face and turn on my sweet "Hi, how are you?" voice upon arrival. And that is simply not the mom I want to be. And now, I'm not…on most days. Can I help you get out of the chaos - anger - shame spiral that happens every morning? I know you're ready to make a change, so join me and other mamas for The Disorganized Mom's Guide to a Peaceful Morning: 5 doable steps in 5 short videos, and it's free! Take my hand and let's make your mornings better. Sign up at PatriciaSung.com/peaceful-morning www.patriciasung.com/resources for more info & free resources.

Are you a planner? Or are you more of a "maybe should have made a plan before I tore out that wall in my kitchen" kind of person? I can not explain what ADHD is without discussing Executive Function, because executive functioning is the CEO of our brain. You use it to run your life: your productivity, efficiency, family, work, friendship, including every single decision you make, from career choices to when to brush your teeth. One area of EF is Planning. Or the lack thereof, being the hallmark of ADHD. How does it affect an ADHD adult? Let's learn about our ADHD brains. Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/resources along with several free resources for ADHD mamas, including my favorite ADHD resources, tools beyond medication, a back to school checklist, and The Disorganized Mom's Guide to a Peaceful Morning.

I can not explain what ADHD is without discussing Executive Function, because executive functioning is the CEO of our brain. You use it to run your life: your productivity, efficiency, family, work, friendship, including every single decision you make. Episode 53 covers the basics of EF and now we will dive into prioritizing. Or the lack thereof, being the hallmark of ADHD. How does it affect an ADHD adult? Let's learn about our ADHD brains. Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/resources I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

I can not explain what ADHD is without discussing Executive Function, because executive functioning is the CEO of our brain. You use it to run your life: your productivity, efficiency, family, work, friendship, including every single decision you make, from career choices to when to brush your teeth. Episode 53 covers the basics of EF and now we will focus on Task Initiation. Or the lack thereof, being the hallmark of ADHD. How does it affect an ADHD adult? Let's learn about our ADHD brains. Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/resources I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

Stinky pandemic school options + Explosive nature of ADHD = The Dumpster Fire version of the first day of school. Despite all of my preparation, Virtual School was even more taxing than I had imagined: executive dysfunction + sensory overload + transitions nightmare + juggling siblings + tech issues. Did I mention my 5YO doesn't even know how to use a computer? *cue frustration* I'm sharing my remote learning struggle in hopes that you don't feel alone, and do feel more prepared as we step out of our comfort zone and into being a Teacher's Aide during virtual learning. (Good news: it is getting better as we go.) Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/resources I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

How do we get ourselves and our children ready for school among the chaos and stress of the pandemic? We can prepare for a good portion of the craziness by making a plan and helping our kids (and ourselves) know what differences to expect this year. Listen as I share what you can do at home to be ready for both walking back into the school building, as well as setting up at home for virtual learning (24:50)! Grab your checklist for free! bit.ly/pandemic-school-checklist Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: www.patriciasung.com/show-notes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

Are you freaking the heck out about Back to School? What are you going to do!?! This pandemic is bringing an extra layer of stress to school starting and the first thing we can do is set up a healthy mindset on how to approach the giant ball of what-ifs. What every parent needs to hear about setting priorities and communicating well to increase your peace, whether you are doing in-person, virtual, or hybrid school this fall. http://bit.ly/pandemic-school-checklist Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

When you are ready to make some positive changes in your life, this is the book I want you to grab. James Clear has created the 4 laws to build habits in a simple and doable fashion, perfect for the disorganized, scattered person who struggles with consistency and building momentum. I'll walk you through how I built my plan for going to bed earlier using his 4 laws. You can use the 4 laws to build good habits into your life and make your goals easier to achieve, too. If I can get my sleep disordered ADHD self to bed earlier, you can certainly do hard things as well! Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

I can not explain what ADHD is without discussing Executive Function, because executive functioning is the CEO of our brain. You use it to run your life: your productivity, efficiency, family, work, friendship, including every single decision you make, from career choices to when to brush your teeth. Keeping up with doctor appointments, insurance, tests, labs, medicine, etc., is so much information for my brain to keep track of! Here are the ways I stay on top of all the juggling. Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

I can not explain what ADHD is without discussing Executive Function, because executive functioning is the CEO of our brain. You use it to run your life: your productivity, efficiency, family, work, friendship, including every single decision you make, from career choices to when to brush your teeth. One area of EF is Focus & Consistency. Or the lack thereof, being the hallmark of ADHD. How does it affect an ADHD adult? Let's learn about our ADHD brains. Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

We're more than halfway through the year. Even though 2020 did not turn out how anyone planned, we still have 5 months to do some good work. My word for 2020 is FAILURE because I tend to play it safe. I'm a recovering perfectionist. What about you? How can you pivot on the goals you wanted to achieve this year to fit this crazy situation? It's not going to be like this forever, mama. It will get better. Don't throw 2020 in the trash just yet. For more info & free resources: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes

I can not explain what ADHD is without discussing Executive Function, because executive functioning is the CEO of our brain. You use it to run your life: your productivity, efficiency, family, work, friendship, including every single decision you make, from career choices to when to brush your teeth. One part of EF is Working Memory. We use it constantly. Every minute of every hour of every day. How does it affect an ADHD adult? Let's learn about our ADHD brains. For resources: bit.ly/MIAShowNotes

I can not explain what ADHD is without discussing Executive Function, because executive functioning is the CEO of our brain. You use it to run your life: your productivity, efficiency, family, work, friendship, including every single decision you make, from career choices to when to brush your teeth. This episode kicks off my Executive Function series where we'll learn what is executive functioning, discuss how we can see the EF-ADHD connection in our everyday lives, so that we can improve our day-to-day. Time to learn about our ADHD brains. Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

Struggling to start? ADHD brains easily feel overwhelmed by big projects and too many options. When I'm feeling stuck, here's what I do to calm the chaos, overcome fear, and break down big projects: I do one action. That's it. Just one. Join me for a pep talk on baby steps, because YOU can do one thing, too! Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

How can we be better friends? Adult ADHD makes it difficult to juggle social cues, keep up with friends, and show how much you care to the people who mean the most. Let's talk some practical strategies. I also sat down with Noelle Rhodes of Friending podcast this week and discussed friendship struggles when have adult ADHD, feeling scattered or overwhelmed, so be sure to Listen in on my chat with Noelle here. Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

Are you struggling? I sure am! Here are 10 ways I exit the depression spiral, and disrupt "Depressed Brain's" monologue on how much life sucks. Battling depression is an every day job. We can reclaim our lives as happy, productive, peaceful, and loving. Depression is an ugly beast that is so much more than just being sad. I have overcome deep depression twice, and I do these 10 things every day to stay mentally healthy, and I know that they will help you feel better, too. Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

My little sister called for advice on how to help her best friend, who just found out her mom has terminal cancer with 12 months to live. Since our mom passed away of cancer when we were young, my sister felt like she should know what to say, yet she was stuck. Grief is strange like that. A death 15 years ago can choke you up like it was yesterday. Sharing the burden of grief and death is not easy and it's scary. And that's just what a good friendship relies on: support through the tough times. I'm here for virtual hugs and to help get you through. Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

Potty Training is one of the great obstacles of parenthood. You're really excited to get to the other side and never change another diaper! You're also dreading the effort, stress, and cleanup that goes into process. Because... SO MUCH PEE. Here are my 10 tips to set yourself up for success and get your child using the toilet in 3 days using Lora Jensen's three day potty training method: it's as quick, easy, and efficient as toilet training can be. Yes, it's possible; I've done it twice. No more diapers! Underwear, here we come! Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

Grit is an intimidating word for those of us with ADHD. A lot of us feel like we're not good at sticking with, well, anything. However, if we read Angela Duckworth's life-long study of grit, we learn not only that grit is a learned skill, but also how we can build our grit muscle. There are plenty of ADHD paragons with serious grit skills, meaning we, too, can stretch and tone our Stick-to-itiveness abilities to be someone who overcomes obstacles and achieves big goals. Let's talk about how. Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

FAIL: That's my 2020 word of the year. I know, that sounds ridiculous, so listen in while I explain why this is the perfect choice for me to achieve new levels of success this year. What about you? How do you feel when I ask you how your 2020 New Years Resolution or Goals are going? If it's panic, self-loathing, or disappointment, fear not! There are still 9 months left in the year to do great things. Quit clinging to that negative attitude and let's figure out what we can do to get your goals going again. ADHD will not hold us back from kicking some butt this year, especially our own! Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

We're in the thick of crazy times. Nothing seems right and everything is stressful. I'm in a state of mourning how life as we knew it is gone. There is so much we can not control, so let's focus on what we can control: how can we adjust our lives to make the best of a down-right awful situation and navigate the grief? Here's what I have been doing to set priorities, modify my mindset, and adjust the basic necessities to create a balanced mama and a peaceful family as we grieve the loss of so much. Because we all know an ADHD family feels stuck and cramped at another level. Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

I'm back! My break was half amazing and half messy, and I'm sharing my mindset goals when life gets out of control, unexpected hiccups occur, systems breakdown, and everything feels overwhelming. I'm slow rolling into 2020 as I learn to balance things while I take on a huge project for my son's school. This fundraiser is using all of the executive functioning skills that don't come easily with ADHD. I have one month left to blow this event out of the water, so wish me luck and say a whole bucket full of prayers for my sanity. Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

I believe perfectionism is an epidemic among ADHD women. Too many of us mastered this coping mechanism as young women in an effort to align the messages we received as girls with the reality inside our brains. And while it served us for a long a time, it doesn't have to cripple us any longer. In the last episode, we sifted through our histories with perfectionism, and now we will practice being imperfect in a low-risk environment. Step by step we can build evidence for our brain that our new standards allow room for joy and peace in our everyday lives. For resources: bit.ly/MIAShowNotes

I'm here to practice what I preach, ADHD mama! So here's an imperfect episode to explain why I'm not going to publish an episode every single for the next few weeks. It's time to prioritize and practice being imperfect. Meet me over at www.motherhoodinadhd.com. Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes

I believe perfectionism is an epidemic among ADHD women. Too many of us mastered this coping mechanism as young women in an effort to align the messages we received as girls with the reality inside our brains. And while it served us for a long a time, it doesn't have to cripple us any longer. Let's discuss how we got to this place, what our current beliefs are, & how we want our thoughts to match with our priorities and values. In Part 2, we'll practice being imperfect! Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: bit.ly/MIAShowNotes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

A little thank you note from me to you, sweet mama! Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

Why? Why do you have that goal? Why are you trying to make a change? ADHD often gets us stuck. We aren't sure how to proceed. It's overwhelming and overstimulating. Or we forget about our new goal and make the same impulsive/bad/unhelpful choice as last time, tossing our new goal into the black hole along with all the forgotten goals and changes we never made. Figuring out WHY we are trying to achieve a goal makes us far more likely to stick with it. But not a surface why. Let's dig down deep to the real why. Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

Our brains do a great job of keeping us alive. Thanks, brain! But in our brain's wiring for survival and safety lurks a strong aversion to risk, new or scary things, and the unknown. This makes changing anything and everything feel like a Herculean effort. Before you get discouraged, listen up to how this made my struggles easier to deal with...we can still do the hard things when we have the right mindset. Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.

Some of your thoughts are garbage and you need to let go of them right now. Not everything your brain thinks deserves your brain power! We talk Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Intrusive Thoughts, and how we can mistakenly think we're taking control, when were actually giving our power over to our fear. Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I've learned how to let go of harmful and fearful thoughts, and now I am using my energy for productive, useful thoughts. I wish words could adequately explain the freedom I've gained over the last few months. Hallelujah! Find the info & items mentioned in my podcast here: https://www.patriciasung.com/show-notes I also put together a free list of my favorite resources for ADHD mamas; snag that there, too.