Under the Hat: The Stories They Tell Themselves: Rewiring ADHD Self-Talk and Identity

In the final episode of our “Under the Hat” series, we dive into the identity stories our ADHD kids tell themselves—and how those stories are often rooted in shame, perfectionism, and years of correction without recognition. From “I’m stupid” to “I always mess up,” we explore where these thoughts come from and how we can help rewire them. With insight from Kirk Martin’s Brain Boosters, the Child Mind Institute, and voices like Skye Rapson and Les Steed, this episode is all about giving kids the tools to stand up to their inner critic and reclaim their self-worth. If you’re raising or teaching a child with ADHD, this one’s not just for them—it’s for you too.