The ADHD Clarity Coach: ADHD Crash Course

✉️JOIN MAILING LIST👥ABOUT GROUP COACHING👤ABOUT 1:1 COACHING 🎥YOUTUBEIf you have ADHD, you've likely spent a good portion of your life masking—suppressing or hiding traits to fit into environments that weren’t designed for your brain. In this episode, I’m diving into what masking really is, how it shows up in everyday life (like interrupting or stimming), and most importantly, what we can do instead to show up more authentically, while still respecting ourselves and the people around us.I’m an occupational therapist and executive functioning coach, and I’m here to make life with ADHD easier and more empowering.Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro: Why we need to talk about masking 00:42 - What is masking in ADHD? 01:30 - Why we mask (hint: it’s about survival) 02:00 - Interrupting: Impulsivity, emotional regulation & working memory 03:45 - Masking vs. problem solving in social situations 04:50 - Stimming: What it is & how masking impacts it 06:10 - The need for dignity, collaboration & support 07:00 - Masking vs. healthy growth: What’s the difference? 08:15 - Real-life story: Masking during grad school interviews 09:45 - How masking blocks authentic connection & opportunity 10:30 - Final thoughts: What to do instead of masking👉 Join my mailing list for weekly ADHD tools, insights, and compassionate strategies for real life.

Navigating emotional regulation can be challenging, especially with ADHD. Discover how perceived threats, not just physical ones, affect your decision-making. Learn about the story of a bee and an SUV, illustrating the difference between reacting and choosing. Understand why we say 'yes' out of fear and identify core issues versus long-term consequences. Plus, delve into how even lying can be a nervous system response. Strategies for calming your mind and making better choices are also explored, making for insightful listening.

Explore why traditional advice like "just do it" can fall flat for those with ADHD. Discover two unique strategies: the 'Eat the Frog' method to tackle daunting tasks first, and opting for low-hanging fruit to build momentum through smaller wins. Dive into the reasons behind procrastination—it's not laziness, but rather a complex interplay of energy and support needs. Learn to identify productive actions versus procrastivity, and let curiosity guide your journey in finding what truly works for you!

Do you tell yourself, “I’m just not a habit person”? I get it—and same. But ADHD doesn’t mean you can’t build habits—it means you need to build them differently.In this video, I walk you through how to create habits in a way that actually works for your ADHD brain—without the burnout, shame spirals, or “new me, new life” traps.💡 You’ll learn:-Why tiny habits matter more than big ones-How to work with your brain, not against it-What to do when you lose a habit that was working-How to build flexibility into your routines-The surprising key to restarting without shameVideo Timestamps:00:00 – Intro: Why habits matter (even if you don’t feel like a “habit person”)01:00 – Why too much structure doesn’t always work with ADHD01:30 – Be picky about which habits to build02:30 – Why "starting small" actually works (and what you’re really doing when building a habit)03:30 – The potted plant analogy: how habits take root05:00 – Controlling for friction (aka pests!)06:30 – How to break a habit using reverse friction07:00 – The #1 pitfall: starting too big08:00 – Building flexibility into your habit system08:30 – How to restart a habit after losing it10:00 – Final thoughts: let go of shame, restart tiny, and build again__________________________________________🧠 Coaching, resources & community:*ADHD tips delivered to your inbox: https://theadhdclaritycoach.com/page/mailing-list* group program: https://theadhdclaritycoach.com/page/eyb-group-program*individual coaching: https://theadhdclaritycoach.com/page/coaching-services

Struggling to remember simple tasks is a common challenge for those with ADHD. The discussion highlights the distinction between working memory and attention. It also dives into what forgetting truly means for individuals with ADHD. Real-world strategies, such as setting up reminders and organizational systems, are shared to help manage memory difficulties. Whether it's misplacing instructions or forgetting appointments, practical solutions are offered to create supportive systems that work with your brain.

Feeling like you never get enough done—even when you’re constantly busy? In this episode, I’m introducing the “Ta-Da List,” a simple, empowering productivity tool designed especially for ADHD brains. Learn how this practice boosts dopamine, improves time awareness, and helps shift you out of perfectionist thinking. Whether your day was full of wins or curveballs, this tool can help you celebrate what really matters—your effort!TIME STAMPS:00:00 – Intro: Why this tool is ADHD-friendly00:30 – What is a Ta-Da List?01:00 – The dopamine boost: why this matters for ADHD01:40 – “I don’t know what I did all day”: solving that mystery02:10 – How this tool improves time awareness02:40 – From perfectionism to progress: flexible thinking03:20 – Why celebrating effort increases motivation03:50 – Put everything on your Ta-Da List04:30 – Final thoughts: try this today!

Discover why emotional regulation is more than just staying calm. Learn about a powerful pyramid of practical tools tailored for ADHD, focusing on body-based, skill-based, and thought-based strategies. Explore why traditional mindfulness techniques can feel challenging and how to make them ADHD-friendly. Find out unique methods like the ice water trick to reset your system and why positive thinking alone doesn't cut it. These strategies aim to help you regain control during overwhelming moments, whether at home, work, or in traffic.

Ever spend way too long researching a “simple” decision—only to feel more confused than when you started? You’re not alone. In this episode I talk about why ADHD brains fall into the “over-research” trap and how to get out of it. Learn why perfectionism, attention regulation, and priority overload lead to analysis paralysis—and the tools you can use to start making “good enough” decisions with confidence!00:00 – Intro: The ADHD over-research trap 00:30 – Why ADHD brains get stuck in research mode 01:10 – Attention regulation: why too many tabs = overwhelm 01:40 – The pedometer story: how too many features = confusion 02:30 – Narrowing your priorities = more clarity 03:00 – Perfectionism & decision fatigue 03:30 – Maximizers vs. Satisficers (and why “good enough” is powerful) 04:30 – What’s really at stake? Weigh the impact 05:00 – Save your energy for what matters 05:40 – Set time and option limits 06:30 – Accepting uncertainty: the hardest (but most freeing) part 07:00 – Final thoughts: Stop spinning. Start moving.

Why are transitions—like stopping watching Netflix to pay bills or switching from reading to getting ready for bed—so exhausting when you have ADHD? In this episode, I break down why transitions are uniquely challenging for people with ADHD and what you can do to make them easier.We’ll talk about:Why your brain resists change (even for things you like!)The power of a “neutral” activity between tasksReal-life examples, like my client “Jenna,” and how small changes helped her sleep more and stress lessHow to reduce energy drain and stop white-knuckling your way through the day✨ I'm an occupational therapist and executive functioning coach. My goal is to help people with ADHD make life easier—so you don’t have to work so hard just to keep up.👉 Subscribe for practical, neurodivergent-friendly strategies here: You Tube ChannelClarity Coaching Newsletter (ADHD Strategies to your inbox!)

In this video, I unpack the myth of laziness—especially how it shows up for people with ADHD. If you've ever told yourself, “I’m just lazy,” or felt frustrated by your inability to take action, this is for you.We'll walk through my "Am I Lazy?" Flowchart, a simple self-coaching tool that helps you identify what's really getting in the way—whether it's mental fatigue, lack of clarity, or overwhelm—and figure out how to move forward. Spoiler alert: laziness isn’t the answer. Stuckness usually is.✅ Learn how to get curious (not critical) ✅ Find practical ways to get unstuck ✅ Rebuild trust in your ability to rest, prioritize, and take action🔗 Use the link to download the flowchart!This episode on YouTube✨ Interested in More Support? Join my group coaching program!