Absolutely ADHD

Absolutely ADHD

by Alana, the ADHD Coach
Mental Health
Season 1

Decision Making w/ ADHD

Alana & Sam are back again with another episode of the Absolutely ADHD podcast and this week they are talking about decision making with ADHD. We all know how hard it can be for our ADHD brains to make decisions when faced with issues of analysis paralysis and fight, flight or freeze. Luckily, Alana has shares some helpful tips to ease the decision making anxiety! If you liked this episode and found it helpful, hit like and subscribe and leave a review. Links: Find Alana on Instagram & TikTok: @coachingbyalana Follow the podcast on Instagram: @absolutely.adhd The ADHD Motivation Masterclass ADHD Resources: https://www.additudemag.com/slideshows/analysis-paralysis-and-adhd-trouble-making-decisions/ https://psychcentral.com/adhd/adults-adhd-tips-to-make-good-decisions https://www.understood.org/en/articles/adhd-and-analysis-paralysis https://www.verywellmind.com/adhd-symptom-spotlight-indecision-5218054 Music by @LiQWYD
S1 · E18
Jan 10, 2023
24:40

Goal Setting & New Years Resolutions w/ ADHD

Happy New Year! In this episode of Absolutely ADHD, Alana & Sam discuss their experiences on New Years Eve, setting New Year's resolutions and all the pressure that can come with it. People with ADHD are great at setting big resolutions but when it comes to implementing them, we find it hard. We often think big and set unrealistic goals... then we team that with a huge amount of pressure, and it's a recipe for disaster! Alana & Sam discuss ways that you can approach New Year's resolutions in a healthy and achievable way. This episode is going to get you so motivated for 2023! If you liked it, hit like and subscribe and leave a review. Links: Find Alana on Instagram & TikTok: @coachingbyalana Follow the podcast on Instagram: @absolutely.adhd Download my ADHD course: The super mini ADHD course Reading & Book recommendations: Instagram Post ADHD Resources: https://www.additudemag.com/achieving-personal-goals-adhd/ https://www.additudemag.com/slideshows/new-years-resolutions-adults-with-adhd/ https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-and-new-years-resolutions/ https://chadd.org/adhd-weekly/skip-the-resolutions-pick-a-new-years-theme/ ADDitude Magazine CHADD.org Music by @LiQWYD
S1 · E17
Jan 3, 2023
26:43

Communicating our Needs w/ ADHD

In this weeks episode, Alana and Sam chat about the challenges of communicating our needs with ADHD, and ways we can improve it. Having ADHD can create some difficulties when it comes to communication. We have busy brains, we tend to forget things easily, and it can be difficult to articulate what we are thinking. But there are so many things we can do to work on our communication skills - many of which Alana & Sam talk about in this episode. We know you are going to find this one SO helpful! If you enjoyed it, hit subscribe, like, and share it with a loved one who may benefit from some ADHD tips. Links & ADHD Resources: The super mini ADHD course Find Alana on Instagram & TikTok: @coachingbyalana Follow the podcast on Instagram: @absolutely.adhd ADHD Resources: ADDitude Magazine CHADD.org https://www.additudemag.com/speak-easy/ https://chadd.org/for-adults/relationships-social-skills/ https://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/adhd-communication-hacks https://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/communicate-with-adhd https://www.additudemag.com/watch-your-words-how-adhders-can-become-great-communicators/ Music by @LiQWYD
S1 · E16
Dec 27, 2022
21:41

ADHD Struggles: Busy Brains, Racing Thoughts, and Always Thinking about the Next Thing

In this weeks episode, Alana and Sam share their struggles with racing thoughts, busy brains, and always thinking about the next thing on the to-do list! This can be a very common issue for people with ADHD, so Alana and Sam have shared their tips and tricks with you to help you quiet your thoughts. From emotional dysregulation, setting unrealistic goals and excessive caffeine intake, to mindfulness and self-love... Alana and Sam cover it all in this episode! We know you are going to find this one SO helpful! If you enjoyed it, hit subscribe, like, and share it with a loved one who may benefit from some ADHD tips. Links & ADHD Resources: Alana's Coaching & Courses Find Alana on Instagram & TikTok: @coachingbyalana ADHD Resources: ADDitude Magazine CHADD.org https://www.additudemag.com/how-to-relax-your-mind-adhd-overthinking/ Music by @LiQWYD
S1 · E15
Dec 20, 2022
25:48

How ADHD impacts our Self-Esteem

In this weeks episode, Alana and Sam chat about self-esteem and how ADHD can affect confidence. Self- esteem is impacted by so many aspects of life, for example career, dating, friends and family. Alana & Sam identify what their personal confidence challenges are, as well as identifying common self-esteem issues, and how we can tackle them! Links & ADHD Resources: The super mini ADHD course Find Alana on Instagram & TikTok: @coachingbyalana ADHD Resources: https://chadd.org/adhd-weekly/how-does-an-adhd-diagnosis-affect-self-esteem/ https://www.healthline.com/health/adhd/adhd-and-self-esteem https://www.additudemag.com/how-to-regain-self-confidence-adults-adhd/ ADDitude Magazine CHADD.org Music by @LiQWYD
S1 · E14
Dec 13, 2022
30:33

Getting in the Gym w/ ADHD: Alana's brother Jeremy as a guest

In this weeks episode, Alana and her brother Jeremy chat all about their fitness journey, and how they've had to adapt their routines and lifestyle over the years. We all know how beneficial an exercise routine is for our physical and mental health, but it is sometimes hard to find the motivation to begin - especially with ADHD. Jeremy and Alana explore different tips and tricks that have helped them find structure, routine and confidence with exercising and going to the gym. We had a lot of fun recording this one, and we hope you enjoy it! Links & ADHD Resources: The super mini ADHD course Find Alana on Instagram & TikTok: @coachingbyalana Find Jeremy on Instagram: @_jeremycorn ADHD Resources: ADDitude Magazine CHADD.org Music by @LiQWYD
S1 · E13
Dec 6, 2022
34:36

Identifying your Strengths with ADHD

In this weeks episode, Alana & Sam chat about the importance of identifying your strengths and passions! Recognising our weaknesses when living with ADHD can often come naturally to us, but there is such a power in identify our strengths, and using that to help us through other situations that we find more difficult. We encourage you to do some self-reflection when listening to this episode - whether it is in the form of journaling or chatting to a loved one - and try identify what you love about yourself. We hope you enjoy it! Links & ADHD Resources: Find Alana on Instagram & TikTok: @coachingbyalana ADHD Resources: ADDitude Magazine CHADD.org Music by @LiQWYD
S1 · E12
Nov 29, 2022
19:13

ADHD Fatigue: Getting Through Low Energy Days with ADHD

This week, Sam & Alana discuss the emotional topic of ADHD fatigue. They chat about the guilt and challenges that come with this exhaustion, as well as ideas and mindset shifts to help ADHDers work through these low energy days. Hi! I’m Alana, I help driven ADHDers learn how to confidently manage their ADHD. Want to learn?! I created the perfect resource for you. The Mini ADHD Course is full of my most essential lessons, tips & explanations to help you start managing your ADHD right away. Can't wait to share this info with you!! We hope you enjoy it! Links & ADHD Resources: Find Alana on Instagram: @coachingbyalana https://www.healthline.com/health/ADHD/adhd-fatigue ADDitude Magazine CHADD.org Music by @LiQWYD
S1 · E10
Nov 15, 2022
26:39

Common ADHD Questions - FAQ from our Listeners

This week, Sam & Alana are chatting about some of the most common questions asked from listeners about our ADHD brains. Discussing how to approach your doctor about a potential ADHD diagnosis, how to move closer to our goals in an achievable way, how to improve our relationships,, and a few other extremely relatable questions. Tune in for some insight, tips & mindset shifts to help us better navigate our ADHD brains. Find Alana on instagram: @coachingbyalana https://www.instagram.com/coachingbyalana/ Links: https://www.instagram.com/savetimeshan/ https://www.additudemag.com/when-its-not-just-adhd/ https://chadd.org/about-adhd/coexisting-conditions/ https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/why-walking-through-doorway-makes-you-forget/ https://www.instagram.com/reel/CWgfMSDg8qo/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link https://bmcpsychology.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s40359-021-00536-3 Music by @LiQWYD
S1 · E9
Nov 8, 2022
28:21

Time Awareness with an ADHD Brain: Understanding Time Blindness

Do you ever get into a task and look at the clock and its somehow been 4 hours? OR do you ever get into a task and you look at the clock and its only been 4 minutes? Either way-- we are here to tell you that there’s a name for that: time blindness. Time blindness makes it really difficult for us to plan our days and get tasks done. But don’t worry! This episode is all about what we can do to make it a little easier. Follow Alana on instagram: @coachingbyalana Learn how to confidently support your ADHD More on time blindness: https://www.verywellmind.com/causes-and-symptoms-of-time-blindness-in-adhd-5216523 https://www.additudemag.com/slideshomemws/stop-wasting-time/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6556068/ https://www.chadd.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/ATTN_08_14_ExecutiveFunctioning.pdf
S1 · E8
Nov 1, 2022
22:14
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