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Inspiring Women with ADHD

Women with ADHD face unique challenges — and many are just now discovering why.This podcast is here to help you understand how your brain works and discover practical strategies that actually work for you.Join Renee for stories, insights, and support to help you make simple, meaningful changes that can improve your life and wellbeing.

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    Impulse Control & ADHD: More than Acting without Thinking | Ep 149

    If you struggle with impulsive behaviors, this is linked to ADHD, even if you don't have the Hyperactive/Impulsive Type of ADHD.In this episode, Renee explores impulse control, how it's related to the ADHD brain and how it can be obvious to others and how it can impact you on the inside with emotional regulation and decision-making.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Breaking Down 3 Types of Overwhelm: Which Do You Have? | Ep 148

    Overwhelm shows up in different ways when you have ADHD. Overwhelm affects different parts and systems of the body.You may get overwhelmed every day and it may feel different each time and difficult to manage.Renee explains 3 types of overwhelm and how they show up in your body and mind. Discover insights on managing overwhelm for women with ADHD.Learn ways to overcome overwhelm each time it comes your way.

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    Why Your Brain Prefers Snacks Over Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner | Ep 147

    If you find yourself snacking throughout the day, your brain could be driving this. Sometimes it's dopamine, a need for sensory input, a balancing act for emotional regulation, putting off what you dread, or a need for stimulation. Renee breaks down what drives the urge to snack - why your brain wants to eat something quick and tasty over the standard three square meals.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    The Struggle Between Boundaries & Guilt: How to Set Boundaries without Feeling Mean | Ep 146

    Have you ever said no to someone feeling anxious leading up to it and ridden with guilt after?For many women, setting boundaries can be difficult, but living with the guilt feels worse. If you've spent years people pleasing, avoiding conflict, or putting everyone else's needs before your own, healthy boundaries can feel selfish.In this episode, Renee talking about why boundaries can trigger guilt and anxiety, especially for women with ADHD. Hear how people pleasing and rejection sensitivity can make saying no feel unbearable, and how to stop taking responsibility for everyone else's feelings.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    ADHD & Obsessive Behaviors: What on Earth is Going On? | Ep 145

    Do you ever get so involved in something that you can't stop doing it, going deeper, sometimes in a repetive loop? In this episode, Renee explores why ADHD can include obsessive behaviors, how hyperfocus and overwhelm play a role, and why certain thoughts, interests, or behaviors can be hard to stop.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    ADHD & Digital Boundaries: Let Go of the Need to Be "On Call" | ep 144

    Do you feel pressure to answer texts, emails, or DMs right away? Do you feel the need to be available or "on call" when others contact you?In this episode, Renee talks about digital boundaries, internal distractions, and the mental pressure many women with ADHD experience around communication and constant accessibility. She explores why notifications can feel important, how interruptions affect focus and brain function, and ways to create healthier boundaries with your phone and digital communication.Listen to learn how to protect your attention, reduce overwhelm, and let go of the feeling that you always have to respond immediately.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Self-Criticism & ADHD: The Mindset Shift to Self-Appreciation | ep 143

    Ever feel like you focus on how you mess up, but neglect to recognize all the great things you do and have done?In this episode, Renee talks about self-appreciation - how to notice the things you handled well, completed, did right, or have done to bring you where you are now. She explores why many women with ADHD can default to self-criticism, how that affects your mindset and brain function, and why learning to acknowledge yourself matters more than you realize.Listen to learn how small moments of self-appreciation can help balance negative self-talk, build emotional resilience, and create a healthier mindset.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Memory Problems with ADHD: Why You Forget & Lose Things | Ep 142

    Ever feel like you're constantly losing things or forgetting something important?In this episode, Renee explains what happens in the ADHD brain when it comes to forgetfulness. She discusses the role of executive dysfunction and working memory, and why it's not about being flighty or unintelligent - it's about how your brain processes information.Listen to learn why you can't keep track of things and how to start working with your brain instead of against it.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    How to Structure Your Day with ADHD (Routines That Work) | Ep 141

    In this episode, Renee shares how to structure your day with ADHD in a way that actually works with your brain - not against it.Instead of rigid schedules that are hard to keep up with, you'll learn a simple, flexible approach to building daily routines that support your energy, focus, and ability to follow through.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Why You're So Uncomfortable: ADHD & Sensory Issues | Ep 140

    Have a hard time enjoying yourself or focusing in certain environments while others around you seem just fine? In this episode, Renee explores ADHD & sensory sensitivity in women - how light, sound, clothing, and your surroundings can impact your focus, comfort, and nervous system. Renee also explains how ADHD sensory sensitivity differs from autism, and why being highly aware of your environment isn't a weakness; it's something you can manage.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Stressed Out? Calm Your Nervous System with Simple Breathing Technique | Ep 139

    Ever feel stress increasing and need a quick reset?In this episode, Renee shares a simple breathing technique to calm your nervous system in just a few minutes—something you can use anytime, anywhere. Some call it Ujjayi Breath, others Ocean Breath. Renee just says it's amazing!Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    ADHD & Disorganization: It's Not Just a Mess - It's Emotional | Ep 138

    Ever feel like being disorganized is something deeper than the stuff you can't keep straight?In this episode, Renee explores why disorganization with ADHD can feel so emotional and overwhelming. She breaks down what's happening in the brain, how executive function and stress responses play a role, and why repeated experiences like losing things or falling behind can impact how you feel about yourself.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    ADHD vs ADD: Do You Have It? Symptoms and Diagnosis Explained | Ep 137

    Ever wondered what the difference is between ADHD & ADD? Many people still think ADD is diagnosed, but that changed years ago.In this episode, Renee breaks down common symptoms of ADHD, what criteria needs to be met for a diagnosis, and how the diagnostic process and understanding of ADHD has evolved.Listen to learn:The basic symptoms of ADHD and how they show up in daily lifeHow ADHD diagnosis and understanding of symptoms has changed over the yearsLearn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Is Therapy for Everyone? Finding ADHD Support That Helps You | Ep 136

    Therapy can be incredibly helpful — but it isn't the only way to get support for ADHD. In this episode, Renee talks about therapy for women with ADHD, and why some may resist it. Renee also explores alternatives tools and treatments to help with ADHD symptoms, and why it is not one-size fits all.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    What's Slowing You Down? Identifying Friction in your Daily Routine | Ep 135

    Do you struggle to start thing or get things done in a smooth, quick way?In this episode, Renee shares how hidden friction points can slow down your efforts and disrupt your routines and follow-through. Learn how to identify the small obstacles that get in the way and practical ways to reduce friction so you can create and carry out daily routines that seem to flow effortlessly.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Quick Breathing Technique to Calm a Busy Mind | Ep 134

    When your mind is racing and you can't shut it off, try this yoga breathwork to relax your mind and body. Renee shares her method of teaching Nadi Shodhana or Alternate Nostril Breathing - do it seated, lying down or however you feel comfortable. You can find the visuals to this episode on Renee's YouTube channel - Inspiring Women with ADHD https://youtu.be/EotjZFTbzHE?si=8R2XUZGs_8TMbkbOLearn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Fight, Flight & Freeze: Understanding the Impact of Stress on the Nervous System | Ep 133

    When you feel stressed and on a constant state of alert, it's important to recognize the triggers and impact stressful events or information has on your body. Renee shares how to notice the signals and what to do to reset and regulate the nervous system for a healthier, more balanced life.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    ADHD & Road Rage: How to Stay Calm While Driving | Ep 132

    Driving can be so stressful. Renee applies her expertise as a yoga and breathwork teacher to dealing with traffic, stubborn red lights, and crazy drivers and explains how this can be helpful with ADHD and emotional dysregulation.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Quieting the Mind: Your Brain vs. Your Thoughts | Ep 131

    To be more mindful, it's helpful to understand how your brain, mind and body are connected, yet separate. Renee explains how to notice when you're mind is spiraling and how to reverse that to create a calm nervous system, which benefits your overall health.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Progress Not Perfection: How to Be Consistent & What That Means | Ep 130

    Continuing on the topic of Consistency with ADHD, Renee shares how ADHD can make consistency more challenging. Learn more about what consistency really is and how to work toward reaching your goals and forming a new habit.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Is Consistency Possible with ADHD? | Ep 129

    Consistency can be a challenge for women with ADHD. In this episode, Renee talks about why staying consistent is often harder when you struggle with executive dysfunction, distractions, and people pleasing . Learn how multitasking, and real-life disruptions can interfere with routines along with simple ways to find out what gets in the way and prevent that from happening again.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Free Yourself from that Weight: You are Not Responsible for How People Feel | Ep 128

    In this episode, Renee explores why women with ADHD often feel responsible for others' emotions and reactions and how this is connected to rejection sensitivity, conflict avoidance and people-pleasing.Find simple ways to support yourself and build healthy emotional boundaries.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    The Resistant Mind: Why Your Brain Argues With What You Want to Do | Ep 127

    Have you ever noticed how your mind gives all kinds of reasons not to do the very thing you want to do? The resistant mind protects your brain from overworking, keep things simple and comfortable. In this episode, Renee explains talk about why this happens (especially with ADHD), how resistance impacts your inner dialogue, and how to move past it.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Life Isn't Perfect - How Can I Possibly Get Back on Track? | Ep 126

    Life certainly isn't predictable or perfect. When the unexpected happens and when routines, systems, or habits fall apart, it can be overwhelming to know where to begin.In this episode, learn what to do when illness, injury, travel, and the imperfections of life get in the way. Learn why restarting is difficult with ADHD and simple ways to get back into your daily routine without pressure, shame, or perfectionism.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Why ADHD Overwhelm Takes Over and How to Determine the Source | Ep 125

    Overwhelm is a common and misunderstood ADHD experience for women. In this episode, Renee explains why ADHD overwhelm happens, how executive dysfunction fuels it, and how simply noticing the source of your overwhelm can help you respond with greater understanding and support instead of frustration or shame.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    You Did More Than You Think: A Supportive Year-End Reflection | Ep 124

    A supportive, shame-free year-end reflection for anyone who tends to focus on what they didn't do. In this episode, Renee invites you to look back at what you've done or haven't done with compassion, notice what you endured, and recognize the growth you may have missed.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    ADHD & Autopilot: Calm for Some, Survival Mode for Others | Ep 123

    If you've wondered why your brain shifts into autopilot in a way that's not helpful, you're not alone. In this episode, Renee talks about why ADHD can feel calm and efficient at times, but can revert to survival mode or spiral into a scattered state. Renee gives insight to what's happening when common thought patterns emerge, how to recognize the signs and reset your mind when this happens.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Your Inner Dialogue: How to Practice Supportive Self Talk | Ep 122

    Your inner voice shapes how you feel each day. Your self talk, whether you realize you're doing it or not, affects what you do, as well. In this episode, Renee explores how to notice your inner dialogue, quiet or re-direct what isn't helpful, and create more supportive self-talk that helps you feel calmer, clearer, and more capable each day of your life.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    How to Enjoy the Holidays – Without the Stress | Ep 121

    The holidays are "the most wonderful time of the year" yet they can also be exhausting!In this episode, Renee shares specific, yet simple ways to actually enjoy the holidays again — without getting swallowed up in expectations, obligations and stress.You'll learn -- to plan ahead in a way that reduces pressure -- how to notice stress in the moment and in your body before it takes over -- simple breathing techniques to calm your nervous system -- gentle yoga methods to start and end your day to resist stress you can't control.Whether you're trying to simplify your holiday traditions, stay healthy, or just feel more present, this episode will help you create a calmer, more enjoyable holiday experience.Maintain your Sanity & Reduce Stress this Holiday season.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Why Can't I Just Leave? – Getting Out the Door with ADHD | Ep 120

    In this episode, Renee explains how ADHD brain impacts your ability to leave on time, explaining how even this seemingly simple task becomes a complex cognitive juggling act. Renee will walk you through the thoughts and impulses that can derail your best intentions and give you her key strategy to help fight the your subconscious urge to be late. Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Helpful Distraction or Complete Waste of Time? Knowing the Difference | Ep 119

    Ever notice you are doing something you didn't plan on doing? Yet you'd rather keep going with this diversion than do anything else? Are you off track or onto something good? In this episode, Renee talks about the fine line between doing something worthwhile and one that serves no purpose and just wastes time. You'll learn how to tell the difference, notice when it's happening, and why this is common when you have ADHD. You can learn to be more aware of what you're doing in the moment, and discern what is driving you and if it's aligning with something you or someone else needs in life.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Lost in Thought or Fully Present? The Mindful to Mindless Pendulum of ADHD | Ep 118

    Ever notice you've been on auto-pilot, not noticing what you're doing? And at other times you're aware of far too much? Mindfulness can help with mindless moments. In this episode, Renee explores the "mindful–mindless pendulum" - the back-and-forth that women with ADHD often go between.Learn how mindfulness not only calms your mind, but can help you from the mishaps that are a part of living with ADHD.

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    Do What You Can WHEN You Can: The Key to Getting Things Done with ADHD | Ep 117

    If you look for the perfect time, the perfect scenario, or need a day without anything else going on to finally get things done, that may not actually help you reach your goal.For women with ADHD, motivation doesn't come easy and isn't predictable. Even if the conditions aren't perfect, act on it.In this episode, Renee shares how to trust your ideas and energy more than your logic so your mindset doesn't interfere with success.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Healthy Habits for the Holidays: Start Now to Stick with it Later | Ep 116

    The holidays are supposed to be joyful, but for women with ADHD, they often mean disrupted routines, too many decisions, and habits that completely fall apart. In this episode, you'll learn how to set healthy habits before the holidays start so you can stay grounded, reduce stress, and actually enjoy the season.We'll talk about why ADHD brains struggle with holiday changes, the key habits that make the biggest difference, and simple strategies to stay on track even when life gets busy. Get ready to head into the holidays with habits that support you instead of slipping away.

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    The Power of the Spoken Voice to Your Emotional Health | Ep 115

    Our voices are impactful - when we speak, hear others, and even when we're talking to ourselves. In this episode, Renee explores how the spoken voice can impact your emotional wellbeing and shape how you feel about yourself and others.When we say something out loud, it seeps into our bodies in a way that thoughts or written words can't. Use your voice to impact yourself and others in a positive way.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Sharing & Oversharing: The Urge to Talk when You have ADHD | Ep 114

    Why do women with ADHD tend to share so much? Renee explains how it's not just impulsivity — it's connection, emotion, and empathy all mixed together. Listen to Renee explain what's really going on beneath the thoughts that need to come out and what you can do to feel more in control of your words (and your regrets afterward).Learn simple ways to work with ADHD.

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    Struggle with Obsessive Thoughts & Compulsive Behaviors? What This Could Mean | Ep 113

    Do you find yourself stuck in repetitive cycles or perfectionistic patterns that feel impossible to stop? In this episode, Renee talks about how obsessive and compulsive behaviors can impact your life, how they differ from everyday habits, and why they can sometimes take over. Learn about OCPD, diagnosis, and treatment options.You'll learn what drives these obsessive/compulsive patterns in OCPD, the difference between being detail-oriented and getting caught in cycles you find hard to stop. Learn how curiosity, perfectionism, and needing control can lead to these behaviors and gentle ways to start letting go.Renee offers insight, self-compassion, and practical steps for understanding your mind, giving yourself grace and help to break these cycles.

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    Simple Ways to Calm Your Nervous System | Ep 111

    Ever feel stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Your nervous system may be stuck in overdrive. In this episode, you'll learn simple, science-backed ways to calm and regulate your nervous system that yoga teachers use to help relax, recharge, and feel more balanced in daily life.Renee gives you easy non-woo woo practices you can use anywhere — breathwork, grounding techniques, and how to direct your thoughts — to help your body and mind reset.Perfect for anyone looking for natural ways to reduce stress, calm anxiety, and restore balance in your body and mind. Using these techniques can help your brain get the rest it needs so you can do your best with ADHD.

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    ADHD Support Systems: How to Fit in Your Daily Routine | Ep 110

    Struggling to find ADHD support systems that actually work? Once you find what helps, how do you fit it in your daily life? In this episode, Renee shares multiple ways to support your ADHD, how to let go of what doesn't work for you, and how to build routines, tools, and support that fits in your day to day life.

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    How Rest Improves ADHD Brain Function (What Science Shows) | Ep 109

    You probably know it's important to slow down and get a good night's sleep, but did you know getting enough sleep allows your brain to function at its peak? In this episode, Renee shares how proper rest restores dopamine, clears out waste (yep!), improves memory, and boosts executive function. Learn simple ways to get your rest and boost brain function.

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    Relying on Strengths to Overcome ADHD Struggles | Ep 108

    Do you ever get stuck and frustrated with your ADHD struggles? Playing into your strengths, even in simple ways can make a difference so life goes better. In this episode, Renee talks about how leaning on your strengths - and sometimes on other people with strengths you don't have - can help you manage life with ADHD more effectively. You'll learn why shifting your focus creates less frustration, more confidence, and a better way forward.

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    Self-Compassion vs Criticism: How to Stop Negative Self-Talk with ADHD | Ep 107

    In this episode, Renee explores why compassion is key to managing life with ADHD. You'll learn how self-criticism and thoughts of doubt and discouragement fuels shame and gets your body in stress mode, while positive thinking and compassion create the calm, flowing, resilient mode your ADHD brain needs.Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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    Out of Sight, Out of Mind - ADHD Reminders that Help | Ep 106

    Does your memory let you down?Do you forget things even when you think you'll remember? You're not alone. In this episode, Renee explains why the ADHD brain can't always store or retrieve information when you need it and how using constant reminders can change everything. Learn simple hacks that can make a big difference in your life.

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    Boost Your Brain Power & Productivity - Simple Daily Routines | Ep 105

    If your brain needs a boost, learn how simple daily routines can ease stress and reduce brain fatigue. Renee gives examples and solutions to help you find routines that help your life go smoothly.In this episode, you'll learn how to increase and maintain seratonin and dopamine so your brain functions better—so you can be more productive, feel calmer, and enjoy life.

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    Make It Easy: Why Fun First Works to Beat Overwhelm | Ep 103

    Overwhelmed by your to-do list? For women with ADHD, the secret to getting started isn't as simple as pushing harder, it's finding something fun to get you to start . Once you get going, doing what's enjoyable will help you sustain the momentum you need to actually finish what you started.Learn how this fun factor boosts dopamine and serotonin, lowers stress, and makes productivity easier.

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    Simple Ways to Make Sure Accountability Works for You | Ep 104

    Accountability is a powerful tool for accomplishing your goals and staying consistent, but only if you do it the right way. In this episode, Renee shares six practical (and doable) ways to make sure accountability works for you. If you've ever struggled to stick with a plan, this episode will show you how you can set up an accountability plan that helps to form new habits and get things done!Learn simple ways to set up your accountability system to give yourself a path to success.

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    How Women with ADHD Thrive by Externalizing as Much as Possible | Ep 102

    Do you feel like your brain can't possibly keep track of all that you need to do and remember?Same here! In this episode, Renee explains why women with ADHD struggle with remembering things and how you can thrive (or close to it!) when you write things down or externalize anything your brain can't store or process correctly.Get simple strategies to reduce frustration and mishaps so your life goes more smoothly.Whether it's lists, reminders, or sticky notes, writing things down is the key to freeing up your brainpower and managing life better.

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    Find What Works with Your ADHD Brain - Stop Fighting Against It | Ep 101

    Feel like you're fighting your own brain? Do you ever feel like you get in the way of what you want to accomplish? Renee gives you a practical guide to stop fighting your mind and start thriving - even with the challenges ADHD can bring. Learn simple ways to become aware of how your brain works so you can give yourself a path to doing better in life.

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    Practical Tips for Life with ADHD | Ep 100

    This is episode 100! 🥳 So fun!For over a year, Renee has talked about everything from ADHD traits, diagnosis, and strategies to feeling validated, supported, frustrated, and maxed out. Yep, the ups AND the downs.In this episode, Renee shares 100-ish tips, strategies, stories to help your life go more smoothly.

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    Self-Sabotage: Why We Do It and How to Stop | Ep 99

    Do you ever sabatoge your own efforts?You have an idea, set a goal, we may even get working on it, then something causes you to stop or resist getting back to it. You make excuses, you second-guess your ability, you prioritize everything BUT this, even though that initial goal is gnawing at you over and over. What is getting in the way?Why can't you just keep going?Renee shares a self-limiting, subconscious behavior that could be stopping you from experiencing more joy, success, and your full potential.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Women with ADHD face unique challenges — and many are just now discovering why.This podcast is here to help you understand how your brain works and discover practical strategies that actually work for you.Join Renee for stories, insights, and support to help you make simple, meaningful changes that can improve your life and wellbeing.

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Renee Allen

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