Hi bestiessssOn todays episode, Tara’s out of meltdown and is a bit more organised* *she’s doing HIGHLY profound things like sewing pants and brandishing bobbins with Chloe Wilder (Listen to Chloe’s ADHD island here),Meanwhile Grace is taking her journals on a little beach trip (don’t worry she asked them first) in her bid to stay unperceived and allowing herself to be indulgent about meeting her needs.🫣 RSD corner: Tara completely messed up on the style episode “Alice Bornstein” is actually called ALLISON Bornstein (click here to see her Instagram for sensational fashion advice). We also discuss why ADHDers remember so many details when it’s a hyperfocus but can’t remember someone’s name.😻 Gorgeous Kate from the UK teaches us how to RSD about whether your cat loves 1. You, 2. Your partner or 3. Their cat tree more Important note: She is adorable and we’re obsessed with her 💖💌 DILEMMA OF THE WEEK:Nille from Norway asks: "do you have any techniques for when you’re out and about and want to calm your excitability and hyperactivity down in social situations?"We discuss: ✅ How cultural attitudes towards ADHD impact self-advocacy✅ Whether telling people about ADHD & RSD upfront can help communication✅ The balance between masking for safety vs. embracing your true self✅ How ADHD stimulant medication, movement techniques & support groups can help socialisingIf you’ve ever struggled with feeling “too much” in social settings, this episode is for you, baby girl!🥳 Ireggy seggy TIIIIME!This week we play "RSDelightful" - a new segment where we read out RSD moments submitted by YOU GUYS and discuss... because we haaaard relate. We also get caught up in a deep dive no one asked for on why ADHDers might struggle with competitiveness while playing games - who knew we had so much to say?🤌 RECS:We forgot to do them - VERY on brand  🫠 ✨We’ll be back in your cute little neurodivergent 👂s next Thursday.Don’t RSD EVER PLZ 💃🏻Love ALWAYS Tara and Baby G xxxxxxxx----------------------------🦋 WANT MORE ADHD BESTIES? JOIN OUR PATREON COMMUNITY for subscriber-only episodes every week, bestie chat groups, live Q&As, downloadables and so much more!Find us on socials (so it's not just our husbands commenting 👨‍🦲👨‍🦱)🌈 IG @adhdbestiespodcast🌈 TikTok @adhdbestiespodcast❗️ SUBMIT your Divergent Dilemma for us to read on the podcast: https://adhdbesties.com/dilemmas/ (you can stay anon if you like!)Music by VocalistaKeywords: ADHD women’s podcast, ADHD for women, ADHD in women, ADHD support for women, ADHD empowerment, ADHD tips for women, ADHD self-care, ADHD strategies for women, neurodivergent women’s experiences, ADHD mental health for women, ADHD personal stories, ADHD late diagnosis, ADHD focus tips, ADHD executive functioning, ADHD and RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria), ADHD coping strategies, ADHD and motherhood, ADHD treatment for women, women’s ADHD podcast, ADHD medication for women, ADHD wellness for women, ADHD community for women, women with ADHD support, ADHD resources for women, ADHD and anxiety in women, ADHD podcast for neurodivergent women.

Oh HIII, bestie babes!In today's episode, we're ADHD-ing all over each other, and Tara is sick of people feeling bad about oversharing. Oversharing is the new sharing. Okay??? Good.💌 DILEMMA OF THE WEEK:Nick asks: "I don't understand the difference between ADHD / AuDHD meltdowns and shutdowns! Can you explain?"We’re recording this episode just an hour after Tara had an ADHD meltdown—because she wants to show you what an ADHD meltdown actually looks like.Have you ever felt extremely disconnected, flighty, unfocused, anxious, or struggled to speak or make eye contact? You may have been experiencing an ADHD or AuDHD meltdown or shutdown.In this episode, we:Define how meltdowns and shutdowns feel for each of us in the context of ADHD and AuDHD—physically, socially, and psychologically.Explain how they differ and share our personal experiences.Break down triggers (sensory overload, emotional overwhelm, executive dysfunction).Talk about what helps us and what support people can do.✨ RECS:Tara is recommending @femalephysioco for an ADHD-friendly way to schedule pelvic floor exercises.Grace is recommending the book What I Mean When I Say I’m Autistic by Annie Kotowicz. Also, don’t forget to check out the AuDHD chat and other resources in our 🦋 Patreon community! 🦋We’ll be back in your absolutely stunning 👂 ’s next Thursday.(don’t bloody ever RSD or we’ll be so, so cross with you!)theme song playsLalalala LOVE, Tara & Grace xx----------------------------🦋 WANT MORE ADHD BESTIES? JOIN OUR PATREON COMMUNITY for subscriber-only episodes every week, bestie chat groups, live Q&As, downloadables and so much more!Find us on socials (so it's not just our husbands commenting 👨‍🦲👨‍🦱)🌈 IG @adhdbestiespodcast🌈 TikTok @adhdbestiespodcast❗️ SUBMIT your Divergent Dilemma for us to read on the podcast: https://adhdbesties.com/dilemmas/ (you can stay anon if you like!)Music by VocalistaKeywords: ADHD women’s podcast, ADHD for women, ADHD in women, ADHD support for women, ADHD empowerment, ADHD tips for women, ADHD self-care, ADHD strategies for women, neurodivergent women’s experiences, ADHD mental health for women, ADHD personal stories, ADHD late diagnosis, ADHD focus tips, ADHD executive functioning, ADHD and RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria), ADHD coping strategies, ADHD and motherhood, ADHD treatment for women, women’s ADHD podcast, ADHD medication for women, ADHD wellness for women, ADHD community for women, women with ADHD support, ADHD resources for women, ADHD and anxiety in women, ADHD podcast for neurodivergent women.

Hi bestiesssssThis week Tara will apparently do anything for a Dorset accent and Grace is asking for advice on whether she needs new beauty products, however the only answer she will accept is a resounding and supportive yes. We have a lot of fun introducing our new segment 🫠 RSD corner 🫠 where an RSD shared is an RSD halved.A lovely listener sent us an email with some recommendations including: The Samsung digital door lockOur ADHD emoji texting codeWe discuss ADHD stimming (self stimulatory behaviour), self soothing with ADHD and pharmacogenomic testing a type of genetic analysis that looks at an individual's DNA to predict how they will respond to certain medications and potential side effects or a particular dosage.✨ RECS:Tara: (pre-rec*) Kiss Impress press on nails  💅Grace: Vista HD wall Projector 📽️💌 DILEMMA OF THE WEEK: Karen asks "I feel like I use up so much mental energy choosing clothes every day and I need your help with organization and gamification"We LOVE this question, and cover:✔️ Shortcuts for choosing outfits easily✔️ Apps for styling and cataloguing outfits ✔️ Photo guides for daily outfit inspiration✔️ Demand avoidance around outfit choices✔️ Balancing comfort, style, and personality in clothing✔️ Style versus fashion: What’s the difference?✔️ Creating a ‘uniform’ for different occasions (casual, corporate, special events)✔️ Allison Bornstein’s 3-word method for describing your style (practical, aspirational, emotional)✔️ Why seasonal wardrobes & de-cluttering are essential for ADHD/AuDHD brains✔️ Organizing wardrobes in a way that's neuro-affirming for ND brainsIreggy Seggy: The dreaded PIG in the middle, where in true ADHD fashion Grace forgets what game we’re playing and zones out (we’re so sorry guys) then tells Tara she's fired from the podcast when the dysregulation catches up with her 🫠Don't forget to: SEND US YOUR 3 WORDS TO DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE!Love youuu and don't RSD!Tata and G-Baby xxx----------------------------🦋 WANT MORE ADHD BESTIES? JOIN OUR PATREON COMMUNITY for subscriber-only episodes every week, bestie chat groups, live Q&As, downloadables and so much more!Find us on socials (so it's not just our husbands commenting 👨‍🦲👨‍🦱)🌈 IG @adhdbestiespodcast🌈 TikTok @adhdbestiespodcast❗️ SUBMIT your Divergent Dilemma for us to read on the podcast: https://adhdbesties.com/dilemmas/ (you can stay anon if you like!)Music by VocalistaKeywords: ADHD women’s podcast, ADHD for women, ADHD in women, ADHD support for women, ADHD empowerment, ADHD tips for women, ADHD self-care, ADHD strategies for women, neurodivergent women’s experiences, ADHD mental health for women, ADHD personal stories, ADHD late diagnosis, ADHD focus tips, ADHD executive functioning, ADHD and RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria), ADHD coping strategies, ADHD and motherhood, ADHD treatment for women, women’s ADHD podcast, ADHD medication for women, ADHD wellness for women, ADHD community for women, women with ADHD support, ADHD resources for women, ADHD and anxiety in women, ADHD podcast for neurodivergent women.

WE ARE BACK, BABY! 🎉✨🫠 And we've missed you all! 💖We’re kicking things off after Chinese New Year, and in 2025, we’re bringing you a brand new segment you never knew you needed—teaching you *how* to RSD (wait, what?! Don’t worry, all will be revealed).✨ RECS:Tara: Double cleansing skincare routine 🫧Grace: @gaiamusiccollective on Instagram 🎶💌 DILEMMA OF THE WEEK:Tahlia asks: How do I make New Year’s resolutions ADHD-friendly? She loves that fresh start feeling but hates her inconsistency! We cover:✔️ Making resolutions dopamine-friendly ✔️ Why rigid goals don’t work for ADHD brains✔️ What kind of goal-setting actually sticks✔️ Keeping goals adaptable & flexible 🔄✔️ How to be self-accepting & neuroaffirming instead of self-critical🌝 IRREGGY SEGGY: ADHD NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS - THE BINGO-ISH EDITION  🧐You sent us your New Year’s pipe dreams… now we see who has actually attempted more of them! Spoiler alert: We both lose (or should we say WIN?!) because, of course, we’ve done them all 👍Love youuu and don't RSD!G&T xxx#ADHD #NewYearNewMe #ButMakeItDopamine #ADHDResolutions #YourADHDBesties----------------------------🦋 WANT MORE ADHD BESTIES? JOIN OUR PATREON COMMUNITY for subscriber-only episodes every week, bestie chat groups, live Q&As, downloadables and so much more!Find us on socials (so it's not just our husbands commenting 👨‍🦲👨‍🦱)🌈 IG @adhdbestiespodcast🌈 TikTok @adhdbestiespodcast❗️ SUBMIT your Divergent Dilemma for us to read on the podcast: https://adhdbesties.com/dilemmas/ (you can stay anon if you like!)Music by VocalistaKeywords: ADHD women’s podcast, ADHD for women, ADHD in women, ADHD support for women, ADHD empowerment, ADHD tips for women, ADHD self-care, ADHD strategies for women, neurodivergent women’s experiences, ADHD mental health for women, ADHD personal stories, ADHD late diagnosis, ADHD focus tips, ADHD executive functioning, ADHD and RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria), ADHD coping strategies, ADHD and motherhood, ADHD treatment for women, women’s ADHD podcast, ADHD medication for women, ADHD wellness for women, ADHD community for women, women with ADHD support, ADHD resources for women, ADHD and anxiety in women, ADHD podcast for neurodivergent women.

Feeling under-appreciated in friendships? The hosts dive into rejection sensitive dysphoria and its impact on emotions and relationships. They share strategies for navigating social interactions and building self-trust. A delightful game about common annoyances gets everyone giggling, especially with holiday chaos on the rise. Plus, there's a heartfelt exploration of emotional responses during sensitive life moments. Discover a refreshing natural wine recommendation and tips for meaningful family storytelling as the year wraps up!

Catch a glimpse into the emotional journey of a first-time ADHD diagnosis as Grace shares her experience before starting medication. Raw reflections reveal the surprises and awkwardness of her psychiatrist assessment, highlighting the ups and downs of early medication days. The conversation also touches on the impact of ADHD on anxiety traits and the significance of being aware of medication side effects. Additionally, insights from a live Q&A about ADHD supplements add depth to the experience, making it a must-listen for those navigating similar paths.

Hello ADHD babes! 🥳✨This week on Your ADHD Besties:Grace had a truly chaotic week, managing to both ponk her car and her brows (in unrelated news, Tara was Grace's brow technician but is she getting fired?). Important babes!🦋 DON'T MISS OUR LIVE Q&A CALL ON PATREON TOMORROW!! We'll deep dive all your questions on supplements, don't miss the call - SIGN UP HERE! DIVERGENT DILEMMA:Registered Dietitian Tara helps us to answer the question that everyone wants an answer to: ADHD supplements: Are they worth it?Do vitamins, minerals, and herbal remedies actually help with ADHD symptoms like focus, attention, and mood regulation?Should you prioritize natural ADHD treatments or stick with prescription ADHD medication like Adderall or Ritalin?We deep dive omega 3 fatty acids and break down the science behind their use in ADHD.Are ADHD-specific supplements a scam? Find out what might be clever marketing and what could genuinely support brain health and executive function.Research Tara cites: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11441986/If you’ve ever Googled "natural ADHD treatments that work" or wondered about balancing medication with a holistic approach, this episode is a must-listen.IREGGY SEGGY:In our Irregular Segment this week we face the greatest fears of an ADHD woman with severe RSD when Grace is exposed to Rhonda the Receptionist and dangerous levels of Greensleeves hold music.RECS:Grace is NOT recommending: Maybelline Lifter Plump 🌶️🥵Tara is recommending this Vegetarian Nut Loaf from The KitchnUntil next Thursday, babes! You KNOW what you can’t do (RSD 🥲).Love Grace and Tara xxxADHD natural remedies, ADHD supplements, vitamins for ADHD focus, ADHD podcast for women, how to treat ADHD naturally, executive dysfunction support, brain health and ADHD, women with ADHD, ADHD podcast, mental health, late-diagnosis ADHD, neurodiversity, self-care for ADHD, empowerment for neurodivergent women----------------------------🦋 WANT MORE ADHD BESTIES? JOIN OUR PATREON COMMUNITY for subscriber-only episodes every week, bestie chat groups, live Q&As, downloadables and so much more!Find us on socials (so it's not just our husbands commenting 👨‍🦲👨‍🦱)🌈 IG @adhdbestiespodcast🌈 TikTok @adhdbestiespodcast❗️ SUBMIT your Divergent Dilemma for us to read on the podcast: https://adhdbesties.com/dilemmas/ (you can stay anon if you like!)Music by VocalistaKeywords: ADHD women’s podcast, ADHD for women, ADHD in women, ADHD support for women, ADHD empowerment, ADHD tips for women, ADHD self-care, ADHD strategies for women, neurodivergent women’s experiences, ADHD mental health for women, ADHD personal stories, ADHD late diagnosis, ADHD focus tips, ADHD executive functioning, ADHD and RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria), ADHD coping strategies, ADHD and motherhood, ADHD treatment for women, women’s ADHD podcast, ADHD medication for women, ADHD wellness for women, ADHD community for women, women with ADHD support, ADHD resources for women, ADHD and anxiety in women, ADHD podcast for neurodivergent women.

Hello, stunning ND brains! Ready to join us for some juicy ADHD dilem lems while sipping your metaphorical (or literal) white wine in the sun?In this week's dilemma, a newly diagnosed ADHD mum asks for help. She's trying to build her dream Etsy shop but keeps getting sucked into hyperfixation rabbit holes on her computer (cute), and is feeling frustrated at her lack of productivity. Sound familiar?We discuss:Unconscious Scrolling: It’s not laziness; it’s unmet needs tapping us on the shoulder. 👀Dysregulation 101: Why we’re stuck in the rinse-and-repeat cycle of procrastination—and how to spot it while it’s happening.Sensory Needs FTW: Sometimes, focus is just one pair of noise-cancelling glasses (huh?) away. Who knew?Body Doubling Magic: Find a bestie (or a stranger on FocusMate) to miraculously unlock your productivity. Mirror neurons for the win, baby.Grace’s Pearls of Wiz:Grace reads from her upcoming book, The ADHD Focus Friend (Pre-Order it here!) dropping gems like:“At its core, procrastination is resistance. Part of us wants to move ahead with a goal, but other (louder) parts are pumping the brakes because they don't have all the information, security or emotional reassurance they need."IREGGY SEGGY:We're playing our second round of 2 truths and a lie, or if we're Tara, are we (yet again... accidentally) playing 2 lies and a truth?? RECS:Tara is recommending the Christmas song: White Wine in the Sun by Tim Minchin, and bonus rec: Storm on YouTube.Grace is recommending 'Neurodivergent Birthdays' (inspired by ADHD influencer Ellie Midds!)Don’t RSD even if you think you’re allowed to just this once, you’re actually not. Okay?Also join our Patreon (because cute!) and that's where we'll be dropping that sensory needs poster download soon! 👀Sending alll the love!Your ADHD Besties Tara & Grace 💕----------------------------🦋 WANT MORE ADHD BESTIES? JOIN OUR PATREON COMMUNITY for subscriber-only episodes every week, bestie chat groups, live Q&As, downloadables and so much more!Find us on socials (so it's not just our husbands commenting 👨‍🦲👨‍🦱)🌈 IG @adhdbestiespodcast🌈 TikTok @adhdbestiespodcast❗️ SUBMIT your Divergent Dilemma for us to read on the podcast: https://adhdbesties.com/dilemmas/ (you can stay anon if you like!)Music by VocalistaKeywords: ADHD women’s podcast, ADHD for women, ADHD in women, ADHD support for women, ADHD empowerment, ADHD tips for women, ADHD self-care, ADHD strategies for women, neurodivergent women’s experiences, ADHD mental health for women, ADHD personal stories, ADHD late diagnosis, ADHD focus tips, ADHD executive functioning, ADHD and RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria), ADHD coping strategies, ADHD and motherhood, ADHD treatment for women, women’s ADHD podcast, ADHD medication for women, ADHD wellness for women, ADHD community for women, women with ADHD support, ADHD resources for women, ADHD and anxiety in women, ADHD podcast for neurodivergent women.

Heyy besties!✨BIG NEWS!! WE LAUNCHED OUR PATREON SUBSCRIPTION CONTENT THIS WEEK! ✨ Thurs eps not enough? Join our Patreon community! You'll get BONUS subscriber-only episodes every week, bestie chat groups, live Q&As, downloadables and more.Sooo many of you have already signed up... our little happy hearts are split in two with love! 🥹In this week's episode...DILEMM #1 - Medication, diagnosis and self compassion!We discuss: ADHD medication, diagnosis, neurotypes, tipping points, and the importance of tackling life admin before panic or burnout.DILEMM #2 - ADHD Clutter: Overwhelm, Decision Fatigue, HELP!We discuss: Why de-cluttering is so hard, shame, executive functioning, self-compassion, and practical hacks to declutter without overwhelm and challenge "How to cure ADHD" myths.IREGGY SEGGY: We're playing two truths and a lie!Grace admits to some pretty menial job history and Tara's Dad accidentally incites a police search squad. On that note: We want your "My parent with ADHD did this dumb thing stories" so if you have one that you'd love to share email it to hello@adhdbesties.com! RECS:Grace is recommending blank notebooks Tara is recommending her all time favourite TV series FleabagWe will be back in your Patreon ears next Monday and then back with our regular episode on Thursday as usual!Don't EVER RSD!Love G&T xx----------------------------🦋 WANT MORE ADHD BESTIES? JOIN OUR PATREON COMMUNITY for subscriber-only episodes every week, bestie chat groups, live Q&As, downloadables and so much more!Find us on socials (so it's not just our husbands commenting 👨‍🦲👨‍🦱)🌈 IG @adhdbestiespodcast🌈 TikTok @adhdbestiespodcast❗️ SUBMIT your Divergent Dilemma for us to read on the podcast: https://adhdbesties.com/dilemmas/ (you can stay anon if you like!)Music by VocalistaKeywords: ADHD women’s podcast, ADHD for women, ADHD in women, ADHD support for women, ADHD empowerment, ADHD tips for women, ADHD self-care, ADHD strategies for women, neurodivergent women’s experiences, ADHD mental health for women, ADHD personal stories, ADHD late diagnosis, ADHD focus tips, ADHD executive functioning, ADHD and RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria), ADHD coping strategies, ADHD and motherhood, ADHD treatment for women, women’s ADHD podcast, ADHD medication for women, ADHD wellness for women, ADHD community for women, women with ADHD support, ADHD resources for women, ADHD and anxiety in women, ADHD podcast for neurodivergent women.

🥳 OMG IT’S HERE! 🥳 You guys have been asking for more of us in your ears every week 🙈 so we’ve finally launched our Patreon community!  (Yes, it’s very cool and yes you DEFINITELY want to be part of it 😎)JOIN THE ADHD BESTIES PATREON HERE!If you love this show, and want to support us in doing the podcast long-term, consider joining our Patreon community! 💜💜💜 Thank you to everyone who has already joined, we see you!If you thought the Thurs podcast was good, prepare yourself for something even better...We’re officially welcoming you to More ADHD Besties — the VIP, super exclusive corner of the Your ADHD Besties universe! This is the official place for people who are overwhelmed, underwhelmed and INCREDIBLY attractive all at the same time.In our Patreon community, you're about to enter a whole new level of connection, support, and OBVS Ireggy Seggys in glorious abundance — all the stuff we’ve been dying to share with you, but just couldn’t fit into a Thurs podcast episode. This is the good stuff sweet baby angels!✨🦋 Why Should You Join? 🦋✨More like why shouldn’t you join amirite? We’re dropping exclusive content every single week that you can’t find anywhere else. Think of it as your weekly dopamine drops of subscriber-only episodes, live Q&As, group chats & insane downloadables etc. 💫 And obvs so much more… 💫❤️‍🔥 JOIN US! Head to https://adhdbesties.com/more to join our Patreon. We can't wait to see you inside!LoveeeeeeGrace & Tara xxxxx----------------------------🦋 WANT MORE ADHD BESTIES? JOIN OUR PATREON COMMUNITY for subscriber-only episodes every week, bestie chat groups, live Q&As, downloadables and so much more!Find us on socials (so it's not just our husbands commenting 👨‍🦲👨‍🦱)🌈 IG @adhdbestiespodcast🌈 TikTok @adhdbestiespodcast❗️ SUBMIT your Divergent Dilemma for us to read on the podcast: https://adhdbesties.com/dilemmas/ (you can stay anon if you like!)Music by VocalistaKeywords: ADHD women’s podcast, ADHD for women, ADHD in women, ADHD support for women, ADHD empowerment, ADHD tips for women, ADHD self-care, ADHD strategies for women, neurodivergent women’s experiences, ADHD mental health for women, ADHD personal stories, ADHD late diagnosis, ADHD focus tips, ADHD executive functioning, ADHD and RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria), ADHD coping strategies, ADHD and motherhood, ADHD treatment for women, women’s ADHD podcast, ADHD medication for women, ADHD wellness for women, ADHD community for women, women with ADHD support, ADHD resources for women, ADHD and anxiety in women, ADHD podcast for neurodivergent women.