How to Get Yourself to Do Things You Actually Care About
As an ADHD coach for high-achieving adults, I see this all the time: you want to start the business, file the taxes, train for the race—but you just can’t seem to get yourself to follow through. Not because you’re lazy or unmotivated, but because ADHD brains work differently.In this episode, I walk you through nine tactical, ADHD-friendly strategies that can help you break through resistance and build consistent action—even when the process sucks. I use my own battle with weightlifting (ugh) as an example, and share the exact tools I’m using to finally make progress without burning out.Whether your goal is fitness, business, or finally doing that thing you say you want to do, this episode is packed with mindset shifts, environmental tweaks, and behavior hacks to help you actually move forward.Here’s the people I mentioned in the videoStacey SimsLorretta Loves to Lift@trainwithjoan (on instagram)
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You're smart, but your distractibility is telling you otherwise
We’re not just talking about garden-variety distraction here. This is about the deeper, sneakier kind: the kind that hijacks your focus, derails your day, and makes you question your intelligence (been there).In this episode, I’m sharing my honest experience with distraction, what actually helps (no shame-based hacks here), and the real reason it’s not your fault, but it might be your beliefs that are getting in your way.We’ll talk:Why your attention isn’t a character flawThe science of boredom and dopamineHow distraction is deeply connected to your physical and emotional stateWhy your working memory might be setting you up to forget everythingAnd how self-awareness is the real secret weaponWhether you're neurodivergent, menopausal, or just trying to stay sane in a chaotic world, this one’s for you.
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The #1 Mistake ADHD Brains Make with Planners
👉 Links & ResourcesVision-to-Action Template: Organized Business Dashboard: Join the ADHD Business Hub community: Ever wonder why your perfectly curated planner stops working after just a couple of weeks? If you have ADHD (or just a busy brain), you know the pain of novelty wearing off—and with it, all motivation to plan. In this video, I’m sharing the real secret behind a planning system that lasts years, not days. Spoiler: it’s not about finding the fanciest AI-driven template—it’s about building a skill around tracking what matters, executing with intention, and reflecting with purpose.🔹 What you’ll learnThe two ADHD brain limitations that doom most plannersWhy the tool alone can’t save youThe three core planning skills you must developA real-life walkthrough of my evolving Notion setupHow to keep your system fresh without starting from scratch
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ADHD consistency, managing interruptions & how to take control back
Click here to Get on my mailing listEver wonder why you can effortlessly show up for work and appointments, yet find it impossible to brush your teeth or manage household chores consistently? You're not alone—it's what I call ADHD purgatory. In today's episode, we're tackling listener questions about why consistency feels so elusive, how to prioritize what truly matters, and practical ways to deal with constant interruptions. You'll learn why external scaffolding can change your life (but shouldn’t be used for everything), why "consistency" isn't a character trait but a skill you can build, and how to reclaim your agency—even when life refuses to cooperate.If you're tired of believing you lack follow-through, this episode will help you flip that narrative and create routines and boundaries that actually stick.
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Why ADHD'ers overcomplicate everything
If you’re constantly overthinking, overdelivering, overcommitting, and still feeling like it’s never enough… this one’s for you.In today’s video, we’re unpacking why so many of us with ADHD fall into the trap of doing too much—and how it’s often rooted in something deeper: not knowing what "enough" feels like.I’ll walk you through:Why ADHD brains chronically overcomplicateHow people-pleasing, perfectionism, and low self-trust fuel burnoutA reframe that changed everything for me: high value, low effortHow I’m using this mindset shift in life, business, and relationshipsA powerful question from James Clear that might just blow your mind🎯 Whether you're building a business, managing friendships, or just trying to keep your energy intact—this approach will help you do less while creating more value (without guilt).
About 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 onInstagram: www.instagram.com/carenmagillMy Website: www.itsadhdfriendly.comYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEdXA7ul
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