333 Want to Stay Behind Forever? Keep Ignoring Your Capacity
Think your problem is poor time management? Think again. If your color-coded calendar keeps failing you, the missing piece isn’t another app, planner, or hack—it’s capacity.In this episode, we’re digging into why ADHD brains chronically overbook, underestimate, and run ourselves into the ground. You’ll learn:The hidden reason productivity hacks don’t stickWhy “fantasy scheduling” feels so good (but always backfires)How to spot your real mental, emotional, and physical limitsA simple shift that helps you build a schedule you can actually keepIf you’re tired of chasing unicorn days and shaming yourself when reality doesn’t match the plan, this conversation will change how you see time management forever. Hit play and start planning for real life—not the fantasy version of it.This Episode's Resources:ihaveadhd.com/timeWatch this episode on YouTubeWant help with your ADHD? Join FOCUSED!Have questions for Kristen? Call 1.833.281.2343Hang out with Kristen on Instagram and TikTok
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332 Stop 🛑 Adding to the Planner Graveyard: One Tool to Improve ADHD Time Blindness NOW
You’ve tried planners and reminders, but time still slips through your fingers. This episode explains why ADHD makes “now vs. not now” so hard—and what to do about it. In plain English, I break down the executive functions behind time blindness and share the quick story that shattered my own drama cycle (spoiler: the dishes took seven minutes).Then I give you the one tool that can change your week fast: a shame-free Time Audit that replaces schedule fantasy with reality so you finally start (and finish) what matters. If you’ve ever felt “bad with time,” don’t miss this—your whole approach could shift in a single day. Grab the free template here, and literally improve your time blindness TODAY. This Episode's Resources:https://ihaveadhd.com/time/Watch this episode on YouTubeWant help with your ADHD? Join FOCUSED!Have questions for Kristen? Call 1.833.281.2343Hang out with Kristen on Instagram and TikTokAG 1 by Athletic GreensCozy Earth
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331 ADHD Medications: What’s Fact, What’s Fiction, and Why They’re Not “Basically Meth”
Think ADHD meds are “basically meth”? Afraid they’ll turn you into a zombie? Wondering if you really need them—or if they’re even safe during pregnancy?In this episode, I’m busting through the most common (and most damaging) myths about ADHD medication—fast. No fluff, just clarity. If you’ve ever felt confused, judged, or pressured when it comes to treatment, this one’s a must-listen.By the end, you’ll know what’s fact, what’s fiction, and what might actually change your life.This Episode's Resources:The Clinical Pharmacokinetics of Amphetamines Utilized in the Treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Drug Fact Sheet: Methamphetamine ADHD Medication and the "Zombie Effect" Stimulant ADHD medication and risk for substance abuseMethylphenidate and Atomoxetine in Pregnancy and Possible Adverse Fetal Outcomes Long-Term Outcomes of ADHD: Academic Achievement and PerformanceWatch this episode on YouTubeWant help with your ADHD? Join FOCUSED!Have questions for Kristen? Call 1.833.281.2343Hang out with Kristen on Instagram and TikTokCozy Earth
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330 ADHD-Proof Your Life: Real Tips from Real ADHD Brains
Medication is great. Therapy is powerful. But is your life ADHD-friendly?In this episode, we explore how your environment can make or break your progress — and share genius, real-life strategies from adults with ADHD who’ve been there. From food hacks and med routines to productivity tricks and travel tips, this episode is loaded with ADHD-tested, chaos-reducing gold.You’ll leave inspired to set up your life in a way that actually works for your brain. No shame. No shoulds. Just smart, gentle support.Episode Resources:Relationships Survey is Closed.Watch this episode on YouTubeWant help with your ADHD? Join FOCUSED!Have questions for Kristen? Call 1.833.281.2343Hang out with Kristen on Instagram and TikTokAG 1 by Athletic Greens
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329 ADHD 101 for Neurotypicals: Why Your Loved One Struggles with the ‘Easy Stuff'
This one’s for the ADHDers and the people who love them.In today’s episode, I do the heavy lifting of explaining ADHD—what it is, why it matters, and what it really feels like to live with it—so you don’t have to.If you’ve ever wished your partner, parent, friend, or co-worker just got it, this is the episode to send them.Inside:Why ADHD is so hard to explain (even for ADHDers)The top 3 things people with ADHD wish their loved ones knewThe top 3 things they need from youWhat it means when someone with ADHD shares this episode with youWhether you’re an ADHDer or a neurotypical ally, this episode is all about building bridges, deepening connection, and fostering real, loving understanding.🎧 Press play, then pass it on.🧠 Research of the Week: www.ihaveadhd.com/research📞 Voicemail shoutouts included!This Episode's Resources: Relationships Survey is closed.Watch this episode on YouTubeWant help with your ADHD? Join FOCUSED!Have questions for Kristen? Call 1.833.281.2343Hang out with Kristen on Instagram and TikTokCozy Earth
The I Have ADHD Podcast is a clear, concise, and FUN podcast for adults with ADHD. Listen to learn about how ADHD impacts every area of your life from the boardroom to the bedroom...and how you can begin to overcome your symptoms by accepting who you are, flaws and all. Host Kristen Carder is a dually certified coach who has supported thousands of of people with ADHD worldwide. Kristen's extensive experience working with ADHDers began in 2012, and she now leads a global community of adults with ADHD in her coaching program, FOCUSED. ****OBVIOUSLY the content in this podcast is not meant to be a substitute for medical advice. Kristen Carder is not a medical professional.
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