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🧠 Executive Functions: The Missing Link to Taking Control with Special Introduction

In this foundational episode, we kick off our comprehensive series on executive function skills, exploring why traditional productivity methods often fail and how understanding these core brain functions can transform your daily life.

📌 Key Topics:

• What executive functions really are and their impact on daily life
• The critical role of mindset in developing new skills
• Time blindness and its real-world implications
• Preview of all 14 executive function skills
• Why willpower alone isn't enough
• How small routine changes can lead to major improvements

🗣️ Featured Quote: "You're not broken. Executive function skills might be the missing link. No matter where you struggle, this series will cover everything that you need to know."

💡 Series Overview: This introduction sets the stage for exploring all 14 executive function skills, including:

• Time management
• Emotional control
• Organization
• Task initiation
• Working memory
• And more!

🎯 Coming Up Next: Deep dive into Time Management and Awareness - discover why time feels different for ADHD brains and practical strategies to finally get a handle on it.

🔑 Key Takeaway: Success isn't just about strategies - it's about combining the right mindset with practical skills. When you change the way you think, you can change what you're capable of.

🎓 Level Up: Join our upcoming masterclass to build your personalized system for strengthening executive functions!

#executivefunctions #adhd #productivitytips #mindset #timemanagement #organization #personaldevelopment #adhdcommunity

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🧠 ADHD & Trauma: The Hidden Connection with Cristal Sampson, Yale PMHNP

In this powerful episode, Cristal Sampson shares expert insights on the often-overlooked connection between ADHD and trauma, drawing from her experience as a Yale-trained psychiatric nurse practitioner and founder of Spirit Clinic.

📌 Key Topics:

• Understanding Big T vs Little T trauma
• How childhood experiences shape ADHD symptoms
• The science behind EMDR therapy
• Breaking the cycle of emotional boxing
• Practical strategies for genuine rest and healing
• Navigating parent-child trauma dynamics

🗣️ Featured Quote: "The trauma of being left can be a catalyst for ADHD symptoms - whether it's big T trauma of physical absence or little t trauma of emotional unavailability." - Crystal Sampson

👤 About Our Guest: Cristal Sampson is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and founder of Spirit Clinic. Yale-educated, she specializes in anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, and the intersection of ADHD and trauma, bringing a unique focus on presence and attunement to her practice.

🔗 Connect with Cristal:

• Website: spiritclinic.com
• Instagram: @cristsamp
• YouTube: @cristsamp
• TikTok: @spiritclinic

💡 Remember: Healing starts with presence. Your coping mechanisms served a purpose - now it's time to discover what serves you today.

#adhdtrauma #mentalhealth #traumahealing #adhdsupport #mentalhealthawareness #adhdcommunity

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Today on Learn to Thrive with ADHD, I'm sharing my favorite tool for managing the overwhelming amount of information our ADHD brains try to store! If you've ever felt exhausted from keeping everything in your head, or found yourself constantly forgetting important tasks, this episode is going to be a game-changer. I break down exactly how I use Trello to create an external brain that works WITH my ADHD, not against it.

What You'll Learn:

• How to stop relying on your memory for everything
• A flexible system for family coordination and shopping
• Why digital organization works better for ADHD brains
• How to track time-blindness more effectively
• Practical strategies for project management
• Ways to organize recipes without perfectionism
• The power of using a digital "brain dump"

Game-Changing Takeaways:
1. Digital Flexibility: Move tasks and information around without starting over
2. Visual Organization: Using boards and lists makes information easier to process
3. Family Coordination: Share lists and tasks effortlessly
4. Searchable Systems: Never lose important information again

Free Resource:

• 12-Week Year Template (Coming Soon)

Connect with Mande:

• Learn more about private coaching with Mande: https://www.learntothrivewithadhd.com/getcoached
• Free Resources: https://learntothrivewithadhd.com/freeresources/
• Website: https://www.learntothrivewithadhd.com/
• LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/learntothrivewithadhd
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/learntothrivewithadhd/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/learntothrivewithadhd/

Remember, thriving with ADHD is possible – sometimes we just need the right tools and strategies. If you found this episode helpful, please leave a review and share with someone who might need to hear this!

Next Steps:
Ready to stop keeping everything in your ADHD brain? Start with one simple board and build from there. Your mind will thank you!

#ADHDorganization #ADHDtools #AdultADHD #ProductivityHacks

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Today on Learn to Thrive with ADHD, I'm sharing how I transformed my 2025 goal setting using AI in just 30 minutes! If you've ever felt stuck staring at a blank page trying to plan your year, or found yourself abandoning your goals by February, this episode is going to change everything. I break down my exact process for using AI to create ADHD-friendly goals that actually stick, including the specific prompts I used to get amazing results.

What You'll Learn:

• How to use AI to create goals that align with your identity
• A quarter-by-quarter breakdown system that prevents overwhelm
• Why traditional goal setting often fails ADHD brains
• How to anticipate and plan for ADHD-specific obstacles
• Practical strategies for maintaining momentum all year
• Ways to make your goals visually engaging and easier to track
• The power of focusing on just four key areas

Game-Changing Takeaways:
1. Identity First: Goals flow naturally when aligned with who you're becoming
2. Visual Organization: Using emojis and color-coding makes goals more engaging
3. Obstacle Planning: Preparing for ADHD challenges keeps you on track
4. Quarterly Focus: Breaking the year into chunks makes it manageable

Free Resources:

• Goal Setting Workbook: www.learntothrivewithadhd.com/goals2025
• AI Prompt Cheat Sheet: www.learntothrivewithadhd.com/goals2025

Connect with Mande:

• Learn more about private coaching with Mande: https://www.learntothrivewithadhd.com/getcoached
• Free Resources: https://learntothrivewithadhd.com/freeresources/
• Website: https://www.learntothrivewithadhd.com/
• LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/learntothrivewithadhd
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/learntothrivewithadhd/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/learntothrivewithadhd/

Remember, thriving with ADHD is possible – sometimes we just need the right tools and strategies. If you found this episode helpful, please leave a review and share with someone who might need to hear this!

Next Steps: Ready to make 2025 your best year yet? Download the free goal-setting resources and let's turn those dreams into reality!

#ADHDgoals #ADHDplanning #AItools #AdultADHD #GoalSetting

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Today on Learn to Thrive with ADHD, I'm bringing you a conversation that's going to revolutionize how you think about decluttering. I'm sitting down with Dana K. White, author and creator of "A Slob Comes Clean," who gets it – she really gets it.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by traditional organizing advice or found yourself with a bigger mess after trying to declutter, this episode is for you. Dana shares her ADHD-friendly "no-mess" method that actually works with our brains, not against them. We dive deep into why the usual decluttering advice fails us and explore practical strategies that you can start using today, even if you only have five minutes.

What You'll Learn:

• A decluttering method that won't leave you more overwhelmed than when you started
• Why "pull everything out" doesn't work for ADHD brains
• The Container Concept (this changed my perspective completely!)
• How to make decluttering decisions without emotional drainage
• Real talk about the "one-in-one-out" rule and why it might not click at first
• Practical solutions for handling donations (especially if you live in a small town)
• The truth about time management and daily tasks
• Managing idea clutter (fellow entrepreneurs, this one's for you!)

Find Dana:

• Website: aslobcomesclean.com
• YouTube: Dana K. White
• Podcast: A Slob Comes Clean

Dana's Books:

• "How to Manage Your Home Without Losing Your Mind"
• "Decluttering at the Speed of Life"
• "Organizing for the Rest of Us"

Game-Changing Takeaways:

1. Progress > Perfection: Every 5-minute decluttering session counts
2. The Container Concept: Let the space be the bad guy
3. Two crucial questions for decluttering:
   • "Where would I look for this first?"
   • "Would it ever occur to me that I had this?"

Connect with Mande:

• Website: learntothrivewithadhd.com
• Instagram: @learntothrivewithadhd
• Book a discovery call: https://learntothrivewithadhd.com/book-a-call/

Remember, thriving with ADHD is possible – sometimes we just need the right strategies and support. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share with someone who might need to hear this!

Next Steps: Need support implementing these strategies? I work with ADHD professionals and entrepreneurs to create systems that actually stick. Book a discovery call to learn more about how we can work together!

#ADHDcoach #ADHDcoaching #AdultADHD #ADHDhelp #SelfAcceptance #Community #RestAndRecovery #PersonalGrowth

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🎯 Balancing Authenticity and Professional Success with ADHD: Featuring Nea Clark

In this insightful episode, we welcome Nea Clark, a psychotherapist, ADHD coach, and author who brings both professional expertise and personal experience with ADHD. Together, we explore the delicate balance of managing sensory needs, masking, and finding authentic success in our professional lives.

📌 What You'll Learn:

• Understanding the four distinct types of attention challenges
• How to navigate and honor your unique sensory needs
• Practical time management strategies that embrace your natural rhythms
• The truth about masking and finding your authentic self
• Ways to thrive as an ADHD entrepreneur
• Moving from black-and-white thinking to the empowering "gray space"
• Simple routines that can transform daily challenges

🗣️ Featured Quote: "We don't need to be perfect. If we are good enough, then it's just alright." – Nea Clark

👤 About Our Guest: Nea Clark is a UK-based psychotherapist, ADHD coach, and supervisor who combines her professional expertise with personal ADHD experience. She's the author of "Travel to the ADHD Mind," which provides a comprehensive 12-step treatment plan integrating both psychological and neurological approaches. With her combined-type ADHD, Nea brings a unique understanding to her work with clients and fellow professionals.

🔗 Useful Resources Mentioned:

• "Travel to the ADHD Mind" book on Amazon
• Nea's website: neaclark.com
• Sensory economy chart for managing stimulation
• Time management strategies for ADHD professionals
• Treatment Pyramid for ADHD support

💡 Remember: Being both organized AND messy is part of the human experience. Success with ADHD isn't about perfection—it's about finding your unique balance and embracing your authentic self.

#adhdcoach #adhdcoaching #adultadhd #adultadd #adhdhelp #sensoryprocessing #adhdentrepreneur #timemanagement #executivefunctioning #adhdbrain

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🌟 Rest, Community, and Living Your Best ADHD Life: Featuring Yani Oragami

In this inspiring episode, we are joined by Yani Oragami, a former college athlete who shares his journey of transforming ADHD from a perceived challenge into a powerful accelerator for personal growth. Together, we explore the importance of acceptance, rest, and building community while creating an intentionally shaped life that works for the ADHD brain.

📌 What You'll Learn:

• How to transform self-judgment into self-acceptance
• The critical role of rest and nourishment in managing ADHD
• Ways to build meaningful community connections
• The power of intentionally shaping your life
• Three daily practices for ADHD success: fun, self-care, and giving back
• Strategies for healing and personal growth
• How to embrace your authentic self

🗣️ Featured Quote: "You have to rest. You have to take a pause and just breathe... Usually you're already running on empty from all of the things that you're running to fix." – Yani Oragami

👤 About Our Guest: Yani Oragami is the host of the Light Supervision podcast, dedicated to supporting those with neurodivergent experiences. Drawing from his background as a college athlete and his personal journey with ADHD, Yani brings a unique perspective on transforming challenges into opportunities for growth. His approach combines practical strategies with deep compassion for the ADHD experience.

🔗 Useful Resources Mentioned:

• Light Supervision Podcast on Spotify
• Daily practices for ADHD management
• Strategies for rest and recovery
• Community building approaches
• The importance of proper nourishment

💡 Remember: Living with ADHD isn't about forcing yourself to fit into others' expectations—it's about accepting yourself, taking care of your needs, and intentionally shaping the life you want to live.

#ADHDcoach #ADHDcoaching #AdultADHD #ADHDhelp #SelfAcceptance #Community #RestAndRecovery #PersonalGrowth

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🎮 Managing Multiple Passions and Technology with ADHD: Featuring Joshua Archer

In this engaging episode, we are joined by Joshua Archer, a multi-passionate entrepreneur and educator who shares his journey of late ADHD diagnosis and navigating life in our digital age. Together, we explore how to manage multiple interests, find focus in a tech-saturated world, and create sustainable systems that work for the ADHD brain.

📌 What You'll Learn:
- How to manage the constant flow of "idea popcorn" in your mind
- Strategies for building trust with yourself through effective planning
- The impact of technology on the ADHD brain and how to find balance
- Ways to embrace multiple interests without burning out
- The role of role-playing games in developing social skills
- Tips for finding peace in our increasingly digital world
- How to determine "what's enough" in your life

🗣️ Featured Quote:
"You have to take your life in terms of what you can accomplish and not in terms of what you're not accomplishing." – Joshua Archer

👤 About Our Guest:
Joshua Archer is the founder of The Game Academy, a nonprofit organization using tabletop role-playing games for education and personal development. With a background in software engineering and web design, Joshua brings a unique perspective on managing ADHD in our technology-driven world. After receiving his own late ADHD diagnosis, he has become passionate about helping others understand and embrace their neurodivergent traits.

🔗 Useful Resources Mentioned:
- The Game Academy: thegameacademy.org
- Joshua's Substack: Among Monday Publishers
- Planning strategies for the ADHD brain
- Tools for managing digital distractions

💡 Remember:
Managing ADHD in our modern world isn't about eliminating technology or limiting your interests—it's about finding sustainable ways to embrace both while maintaining your peace of mind.

#ADHDcoach #ADHDcoaching #AdultADHD #ADHDhelp #Technology #DigitalWellness #LateADHDdiagnosis #MultipleInterests #PersonalGrowth


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