It's The ADHD-Friendly Show | Personal Growth, Well-being and Productivity for Distractible Minds
Caren Magill
It’s the ADHD-Friendly Show, where we celebrate smart, creative women with ADHD. We focus on the positive aspects of our neurodiversity and share tips, hacks and life advice on playing to your own unique strengths at work and life. There’s no denying that living with ADHD can be challenging (especially around menopause, holy smokes), but focusing on the good is the best way to create energy, focus and follow through, so that’s what we do here. Connect with me onInstagram: www.instagram.com/carenmagillMy Website: www.itsadhdfriendly.comYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEdXA7ul
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Nov 29, 2024 • 14min
I Built My Business Ass-Backwards (& It Worked!)
Conventional business advice often misses the mark for ADHD entrepreneurs. Embracing messy action and trusting unique instincts can lead to authentic success. The discussion highlights the freedom of bending traditional rules in entrepreneurship. Listeners learn the importance of prioritizing personal resonance over rigid consistency. Authenticity and self-trust are championed as vital tools for engaging audiences and building a business that aligns with individual strengths.
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Nov 22, 2024 • 15min
5 ADHD Entrepreneurship Pitfalls & How to Overcome Them
Entrepreneurs with ADHD often face unique challenges, like shiny object syndrome and perfectionism paralysis. To combat distractions, the 48-hour rule helps pause new ideas for better evaluation. Simplifying tasks is vital; tackle one thing at a time to avoid overwhelm. Understanding personal energy levels and strengths is crucial for alignment in business. Fun fact: ADHD adults are significantly more likely to dive into entrepreneurship than their neurotypical peers!
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Nov 15, 2024 • 10min
🌪️ Stuck in an ADHD Thought Tornado? Here's Your Way Out
Explore the chaotic world of ADHD thought patterns and how they contrast with neurotypical thinking. Discover the impact of thought spirals on decision-making and daily life. Learn practical strategies like the brain dump method to clear mental clutter. Apply a transformative framework to regain control and take decisive action. Perfect for those feeling overwhelmed, this insightful discussion offers personal experiences and actionable tips for navigating the stormy seas of ADHD thinking.
Nov 8, 2024 • 19min
Your Adult ADHD Questions Answered - Perimenopause, managing without meds, productivity + more
Explore how fluctuating hormones during perimenopause can heighten ADHD symptoms. Discover practical strategies for emotional regulation and the significance of self-advocacy. Learn how to adapt traditional productivity advice to fit neurodivergent needs. Delve into the unique strengths of those with ADHD in entrepreneurship, highlighting creativity and resilience. Personal experiences provide valuable insights, emphasizing the importance of tailored approaches for achieving personal and professional goals.
Nov 1, 2024 • 10min
How to Know What You Really Want (Not What Others Want for You)
Struggling to figure out what you truly want in life? The discussion reveals five powerful strategies to uncover your genuine desires. Learn how to distinguish between intrinsic and extrinsic values. Experimenting with 'going without' can help reveal what truly matters to you. The importance of trying new things is emphasized, with permission to quit if needed. Embrace the role of a researcher in your life experiences, as your wants are expected to evolve over time.
Oct 25, 2024 • 11min
I Found the Antidote to ADHD Perfectionism (Not Where You'd Expect)
Discover how shifting your focus from perfectionism to personal growth can transform your perspective. This discussion highlights insights from 'The Gap and the Gain,' emphasizing the value of measuring progress through past achievements. Learn to embrace failure as a stepping stone to success and why redefining what success means to you is crucial. With personal anecdotes, this conversation encourages acceptance of mistakes and the importance of creating your own success metrics for a more fulfilling journey.
Oct 18, 2024 • 18min
Simple Strategy for Managing Overwhelm + Wrapping up the Curiosity Based Goal
Explore the challenges of overwhelm and perfectionism in entrepreneurship. Discover a unique 30-day Instagram experiment using curiosity-based goal planning. Learn practical strategies, including creative uses of voice recordings and AI, to manage stress. Dive into the transformative concept of 'the gap and the gain' that reshapes personal growth perceptions. Packed with relatable insights, this conversation offers actionable takeaways for navigating life with ADHD and achieving balance.
Oct 11, 2024 • 17min
Why Perfectionism is Killing Your Dreams (and How to Fix It)
This discussion dives into the struggles of perfectionism and the power of messy action. The host shares personal stories about achieving milestones while navigating ADHD challenges. Listeners learn to embrace imperfection, overcome overthinking, and set curiosity-based goals. Tips for balancing enjoyment with results in goal pursuit are also explored. Get ready to break free from mental roadblocks and take actionable steps towards your dreams!
Oct 4, 2024 • 12min
A Counterintuitive Approach to Getting Unstuck (That Actually Works)
In this engaging discussion, an experienced ADHD coach dives into the complexities of feeling stuck in life. They reveal surprising truths about paralysis in our thinking and how emotions don't have to dictate our actions. The conversation highlights the importance of evaluating desire versus commitment in pursuing goals and offers actionable strategies for overcoming stagnation. Personal anecdotes and client stories add depth as they explore the unexpected benefits of letting go at times. Perfect for anyone seeking to transform their feelings of stuckness into meaningful progress!
Sep 27, 2024 • 16min
In 4+ years as an ADHD coach, this is what I've learned about time management
Learn how to break free from the daily grind and focus on your personal goals! The discussion emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between urgent and important tasks, and the pitfalls of relying on brain dumps for organization. Discover strategies to prioritize your 'big rocks' and understand your capacity meter. With visual planning techniques and practical tips, this podcast provides a roadmap to effective time management, tailored for those juggling multiple responsibilities while striving to achieve their dreams.
