

Reimagining Productivity with ADHD
Marla Cummins, ADHD and Productivity Coach
Reimagining productivity with ADHD isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what matters most to you. I’m Marla Cummins, an ADHD and Productivity Coach. In each episode, I’ll share practical tools, grounded strategies, and a compassionate perspective to help you get things done in a way that works for the way your brain is wired.
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Jun 24, 2022 • 16min
Can ADHD Adults Really Become Less Susceptible to Feeling Rejected?
DESCRIPTION: It’s true that ADHD adults can be more susceptible to feeling rejected and feel the rejection more intensely. But there are proven strategies to work with these feelings to reduce the intensity and times you feel rejected. Listen to see how you can do this. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Feelings of rejection can be stronger for...
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May 29, 2022 • 18min
Want to Succeed? Stop Managing Weaknesses. Develop Your Strengths
This discussion highlights the power of recognizing personal strengths over weaknesses, especially for those with ADHD. Emphasizing the importance of self-reflection, it explores how focusing on talents can lead to greater success and fulfillment. Through compelling stories, like that of Rudy Rudinger, listeners are encouraged to align their goals with their innate skills, leading to a more productive and less stressful life. The message is clear: harness your strengths for personal growth and achievement!

Apr 26, 2022 • 17min
Are You Looking For Solutions for Your ADHD Memory Challenges?
Memory challenges can be a common hurdle for adults with ADHD, but they don't have to hold you back. Discover practical strategies to enhance both working and long-term memory. Learn how organizational tools can simplify daily tasks. Embrace self-compassion and acceptance as essential components of managing these challenges. Empower yourself with confidence to navigate through memory issues effectively.

Mar 29, 2022 • 17min
Do You Know Why Self-Compassion Is Key to Effectively Manage ADHD?
Self-compassion is essential for effectively managing ADHD. It helps in confronting emotions and enhances emotional regulation. The podcast discusses the difference between self-compassion and self-pity, emphasizing kindness toward oneself when facing mistakes. Listeners are encouraged to acknowledge shared suffering and embrace their imperfections, reinforcing that everyone makes mistakes. Practical strategies are shared to nurture a more compassionate mindset.

Feb 23, 2022 • 15min
ADHD Adults Who Use These 6 Calendar Techniques Are Less Stressed
DESCRIPTION: While you may resist structure, you also know structure is helpful to follow through on what’s important to you in alignment with your values, right? Using a calendar consistently is critical for ADHD adults to execute well. I bet you already knew this. But you may not be using your calendar effectively. Using these...
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Jan 30, 2022 • 20min
Here’s How to Stop Your ADHD Anger From Ruining Your Relationships
DESCRIPTION: Anger is not a bad thing. But, if you are an ADHD adult your anger may last longer, being more intense and get in the way of having the kind of personal professional relationships you want. Learn how to express your anger in a way that works for you. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Anger is not...
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Dec 23, 2021 • 15min
How Thriving ADHD Adults Create Successful Accountability Partnerships
DESCRIPTION: Learn how ADHD adults benefit from accountability partnerships in order to follow through on what’s important to them and feel good about it! KEY TAKEAWAYS: ADHD adults may resist accountability because of their history with this concept. The right kind of accountability — curious accountability — can feel affirming, though. Accountability partners can...
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Nov 22, 2021 • 20min
ADHD Adults Need to Upgrade These 3 Skills to Manage Time Better
DESCRIPTION: Adults with ADHD who want to learn how to manage their time better need to upgrade their skills before they can effectively use any new tool or strategy. Here is how you can do that. KEY TAKEAWAYS: learn 2 strategies to address your challenges with ADHD time blindness learn 5 strategies to address your...
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Oct 18, 2021 • 16min
ADHD Adults Who Use These 2 Techniques Don’t Get Hooked by Their Thoughts
DESCRIPTION: Thoughts can either help or hinder ADHD adults. Use these 2 tips to make sure your thoughts don’t get in the way of reaching your goals KEY TAKEAWAYS: Getting hooked by your thoughts may get in the way of doing what’s important to you. You can’t get rid of your thoughts. You can defuse...
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Sep 19, 2021 • 14min
How ADHD Adults Who Process Slowly Still Reach Their Goals
DESCRIPTION: Processing slowly whether it’s in conversation or reading is a common challenge for ADHD adults. While it’s not related to your intelligence, it could be related to your ADHD. Hear about the possible connections between processing speed and ADHD as well as the workarounds you can use to still reach your goals. KEY TAKEAWAYS:...
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