Rebel Momma Pod The ADHD Coach Who Quit Social Media and Got His Life Back with Russ Jones
What if the best productivity hack isn't another app, AI tool, or social media strategy?
What if it's simply walking away?
In this episode of Rebel Momma Pod, host Sarah Castañeda sits down with ADHD coach Russ Jones, founder of ADHD Big Brother, for an honest conversation about social media addiction, doomscrolling, entrepreneurship, accountability, and building a life that aligns with your values.
Russ shares why he deleted Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, how social media was impacting his mental health, and why he believes many adults with ADHD are trapped in systems that drain their attention and energy. Together, they explore the pressure to constantly scale, hustle, and stay visible online, and what happens when you decide to do things differently.
They also dive into the power of accountability, why AI can't replace human support, and how community can be one of the most effective tools for adults with ADHD.
This episode is a refreshing reminder that success doesn't have to look like everyone else's version of success.
🎯 What You'll Learn:
• Why Russ chose to leave social media behind • How doomscrolling impacts ADHD, productivity, and mental health • The hidden pressure of personal branding and online visibility • Why scaling isn't always the right business goal • The difference between AI accountability and human accountability • How daily support can help adults with ADHD follow through • What Russ calls "productivity leaks" and how to identify them
🧠 Topics Discussed:
• ADHD and social media addiction • Doomscrolling and time management • Entrepreneurship and burnout • Authentic marketing without social platforms • Accountability partners and community support • AI tools for ADHD • Weekly planning and activation strategies • Building a business that feels sustainable • Mental health and depressive episodes • Finding success on your own terms
💡 Key Takeaway:
You don't have to build your life around platforms, algorithms, or someone else's definition of success. Whether it's social media, business, or productivity, the goal isn't to scale endlessly. It's to create a life that works for you.
🔗 Resources Mentioned:
ADHD Big Brother https://adhdbigbrother.com BetterHelp - 10% off first month https://www.betterhelp.com/rebelmomma
📢 Connect with Russ Jones:
Website: https://adhdbigbrother.com
🔔 Don't Forget:
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