Hacking Your ADHD

Overcoming Self-Sabotage with Dr. Judy Ho (rebroadcast)

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Dec 1, 2025
Dr. Judy Ho, a clinical neuropsychologist and triple board-certified expert, shares her insights on ADHD and self-sabotage. She discusses how ADHD impacts self-esteem and relationships, emphasizing the importance of understanding brain wiring. Dr. Ho introduces cognitive-behavioral strategies to manage attention, tackle procrastination, and enhance emotional regulation. She shares practical mindfulness techniques and highlights hyperfocus as both a superpower and a potential risk. Her takeaway? Everyone can thrive with the right tools and self-compassion.
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INSIGHT

Masked Strengths Hide Real Struggles

  • ADHD can be hidden by bright people who mask struggles, causing late-understood limitations and reduced self-belief.
  • That hidden struggle leads many adults to self-limit careers and hobbies unnecessarily.
ANECDOTE

Admitting You Missed A Conversation

  • William describes missing his wife's story while driving and asking her to repeat it honestly.
  • He reframes the moment by admitting inattention and asking for a restart to show he cares.
ADVICE

Repair Conversation Breakdowns

  • Admit missed attention in conversations and ask for repetition to repair relationships.
  • Explain you genuinely want to listen and sometimes need a moment to transition focus.
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