Work + Life Harmony | Time Management, Organization and Planning for Overwhelmed Women The Truth About ADHD Procrastination and Motivation with Kristen Carder
Nov 25, 2025
In a thought-provoking conversation, Kristen Carder, a certified life coach and host of the I Have ADHD Podcast, challenges the notion that ADHD is a superpower. She highlights how this narrative can be harmful and emphasizes the importance of validating struggles. Kristen reveals that procrastination stems from emotional regulation, not laziness, and explains why motivation is unreliable. Instead, she advocates for using purpose and willingness to fuel actions and encourages building emotional resilience to face discomfort. A must-listen for anyone navigating ADHD!
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From Tutoring To ADHD Coach
- Kristen Carder started as a podcaster and tutoring-center owner serving families with ADHD kids.
- Her experience led her to create coaching programs and the I Have ADHD podcast.
Superpower Message Can Be Harmful
- Calling ADHD a 'superpower' can feel like toxic positivity to people who struggle daily.
- Kristen Carder says it's more empowering to explain why tasks are hard and focus on supports.
Procrastination Is Emotional, Not Laziness
- ADHD is a disorder of self-regulation that heavily affects emotions, which drives procrastination.
- Kristen Carder explains procrastination is usually emotional (fear, boredom, perfectionism), not laziness.