Brendan Mahan

One of my favorite sayings from Brendan Mahan of the ADHD Essentials podcast is that ADHD is life on Hard Mode. The executive dysfunction that comes with ADHD makes everything just a little bit more difficult. From doing the dishes to filling out tax returns we find ourselves needing to put in more effort than our neurotypical peers. But what’s important for us to remember is that while these things can absolutely be harder for us to do, it doesn’t mean it’s impossible. Today we’re going to be exploring this idea of doing hard things - what makes something difficult and how we can work on moving ourselves through that process. Support me on Patreon Ask me a question on my Contact Page Find the show note at HackingYourADHD.com/hardthings This Episode's Top Tips It is important for us to define what we find being hard because when we choose to believe something should be easy we tend not to give it the attention that it deserves. Our problems can’t be solved until we acknowledge them as problems - but also can’t solve those problems unless we put forward the effort of defining them and acknowledging the underlying issues. Define what done looks like for a task and be sure to be mindful of how that can be functional in your life.

Brendan Mahan is an ADHD coach and former educator who shares insights on parenting teen boys with ADHD. He discusses the emotional volatility and defiance often experienced during adolescence, emphasizing communication and mutual respect. Mahan explores the relationship between ADHD and OCD, suggesting tailored treatment options. He addresses the importance of fostering independence and trust while managing screen time and social media impacts. The conversation highlights strategies for parental support to navigate these challenging years.

Brendan Mahan, host of the ADHD Essentials Podcast, discusses the 9 parts of a transition, including managing distractions and understanding emotional states. The podcast emphasizes the importance of understanding the physical, cognitive, and emotional aspects of transitions to effectively start and end tasks. They also explore challenges in decision-making during transitions and the impact of effective communication. Additionally, they mention an upcoming book on the Wall of Awful, targeting those who want to overcome challenges and make lasting changes. Seek help for ADHD and recap the top tips for transitions.

Brendan Mahan, host of the ADHD Essentials podcast and an expert on parenting with ADHD, joins to celebrate a major podcast milestone. They discuss transforming from a Frisbee-themed show to one focused on ADHD, sharing lessons learned from failures that led to success. The importance of effective titling and an engaging back catalog is highlighted, along with the shift from solo topics to dynamic interviews. The complexities of managing ADHD and navigating executive functions while fostering community connections are also key themes.

In this discussion, Brendan Mahan, an ADHD expert and educator, sheds light on practical goal-setting techniques tailored for individuals with ADHD. He tackles the 'Wall of Awful', addressing emotional barriers in productivity. Brendan introduces the S.M.A.R.T. framework and a unique 'premortem' strategy to foresee potential obstacles. He emphasizes self-awareness, the importance of learning from failure, and how personal reflections can promote motivation. Listeners gain valuable insights into navigating ADHD-related challenges effectively.