The Diary We All Share

Ever wake up at 4 a.m. with a gut-wrenching stomach ache... and instantly blame yourself? What did I eat wrong? Why can't I just take care of myself? In this The Diary We All Share episode, I unpack my instant "I did something wrong" reflex—fueled by ADHD's memory glitches, overwhelm, and the invisible effort of daily life. From guilt spirals over soy milk to "bad at life" rants after one tiny slip, I contrast my inner bully with how I'd treat a friend: "Don't eat that again. End of story." Discover why self-blame is a sneaky habit (not truth), and my commitment: zoom out, track wins, and join my own team. 

Ever find something you loved, put it away, and then completely forget it exists? In this episode of The Diary We All Share, I’m talking about the very ADHD thing of collecting little treasures, supplies, and impulse buys—only to rediscover them later like they belong to someone else. If you’re an ADHD woman who knows the mix of excitement, guilt, amusement, and confusion that comes with forgotten purchases, you’re in good company. Your brain just works differently. Sometimes it leaves you little treasure hunts to come back to 💛 This episode is for ADHD women who’ve ever said, “I know I own this somewhere,” and meant it. "ADHD Stories Told with Honesty and Humor" ❤️  

In this episode of The Diary We All Share, I explore Ho'oponopono—the ancient Hawaiian practice of reconciliation and forgiveness through the mantra "I'm sorry, please forgive me, thank you, I love you." Framing it as a profound grieving ritual, I open up about using it today to mourn my "missed" childhood, lost to undiagnosed ADHD struggles. Tune in for raw reflections on healing, self-compassion, and reclaiming joy. What's your ritual for letting go? Share below!

Ever walk away from a conversation thinking, “Why did I say all of that?” In this episode of The Diary We All Share, I’m talking about the embarrassing habit of oversharing and how it can show up for ADHD women in conversations, friendships, and everyday life. What looks like “talking too much” on the outside is often something deeper on the inside: nerves, impulsivity, a need to connect quickly, emotional intensity, or that familiar ADHD pause-free moment where the words just keep coming.  If you’ve ever replayed a conversation in your head and wished you could delete your own words, this episode is for you. "ADHD Stories Told with Honesty and Humor" ❤️

In this episode, of The Diary We All Share, I'm unpacking what happens when someone says, “Why don’t you just…”—and my brain immediately shuts down. If you’ve ever felt that sharp emotional drop… the overwhelm, the irritation, the instant shame spiral—you’re not alone. For ADHD brains, especially, simple suggestions land as pressure. As proof that you’re already doing it wrong. I'm talking about the invisible “tripwire” that gets triggered in these moments—why it happens, where it comes from, and how it quietly shapes your self-perception over time. This isn’t about fixing yourself or learning how to “just do it.” It’s about recognizing the loop while it’s happening. "ADHD Stories Told with Honesty and Humor" ❤️

Ever feel like hosting a party turns you into a frantic perfectionist, with chaos bubbling just under the surface? 😩 In this episode of The Diary We All Share, I share the raw truth about those kid's parties where I obsessed over every detail—the perfect games, favors, color scheme— and the quiet relief of admitting: "This isn't me being 'bad at hosting'—it's my ADHD wiring." If you're a late-diagnosed ADHD woman whose gatherings become overwhelming stress fests, this diary entry validates every hyperfocus fail, all-or-nothing meltdown, and hidden emotional rollercoaster. You're not alone—it's so real, and it's okay. "ADHD Stories Told with Honesty and Humor" ❤️  

Ever catch yourself saying "sorry" for things that aren't even your fault? 😔 In this episode of The Diary We All Share, I open up about my habit of over-apologizing, why it sneaks up on so many ADHD women (hello, people-pleasing wiring!), and the quiet realization that I'm worth being heard—just as I am. If you're an ADHD woman whose "sorry" reflex drowns out your voice, this diary entry validates every unnecessary apology and that growing self-worth. You're not alone—it's so real, and it's okay. "ADHD Stories Told with Honesty and Humor" ❤️  

Ever feel like your ADHD brain turns a simple "grab one thing from the closet" mission into an hours-long trance of staring at the chaos? 😩 In this episode of The Diary We All Share, I share my relatable story of heading in for that one item—only to get completely derailed by the overwhelming clutter, sorting piles without even realizing I'd forgotten why I was there in the first place. If you're an ADHD woman whose day gets hijacked by cluttered closets (or any visual chaos), this diary entry validates every second of that sneaky distraction. You're not alone—it's so real, and it's okay. "ADHD Stories Told with Honesty and Humor" ❤️

Ever feel discouraged when you stumble upon all those plans you meant to follow but didn't? 😔 In this episode of The Diary We All Share, I open up about the wave of discouragement that hits when I see my stack of unfollowed plans—and the  reminder I'm giving myself that I can get things done, just in my own unique way, not like "everyone else." If you're an ADHD woman who gets that gut-punch from abandoned plans but knows deep down your path is valid, this diary entry validates every bit of that struggle and self-compassion. You're not alone—it's so real, and it's okay. "ADHD Stories Told with Honesty and Humor" ❤️

Hi, I'm Sarah. This is The Diary We All Share, companion to The Unshakeable ADHD Mind. I was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, 52 years old, to be exact—and spent years believing I was just kind of a mess. Turns out I wasn't. (Wrong instruction manual.) This podcast is a collection of stories about what living with ADHD actually feels like. I dive into real stories from my journal—the emotional side we don't talk enough about. So, women who figured out later in life that your brain plays by a different rule book: Welcome. Subscribe and share your story in the comments!