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.

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.

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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.

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 life
• How ADHD diagnosis and understanding of symptoms has changed over the years

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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.

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Find simple ways to support yourself and build healthy emotional boundaries.

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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.

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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.

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Learn how mindfulness not only calms your mind, but can help you from the mishaps that are a part of living with ADHD.

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.

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.

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.

Learn simple ways to work with ADHD.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

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.

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.

Learn how this fun factor boosts dopamine and serotonin, lowers stress, and makes productivity easier.

Learn simple ways to set up your accountability system to give yourself a path to success.

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.

Learn simple ways to become aware of how your brain works so you can give yourself a path to doing better in life.

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.

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.

-- Renee

In this episode, Renee explores why overanalyzing is so common—especially for women with ADHD—and whether it's helping or holding you back.

Discover why you might be doing this and get simple strategies to shift from overthinking to a more relaxed, productive mind.

In this episode, Renee sharse how doing a simple "dress rehearsal" or dry run the day before—like driving the route, walking into the building, or trying on your outfit to see how it looks.

Preloading the brain can ease the anxiety that can come with ADHD and helps your brain stay calm.

That's the kind of emotional clutter that can weigh you down.

Renee will help you pinpoint how to spot emotional clutter and how to lighten that load.

In this episode, Renee dives into the obsessive-compulsive behaviors that often show up in women with ADHD—and shares connections and differences between ADHD, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), and OCPD (Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder).

Learn how to manage these behaviors with self-awareness and self-compassion This one's for you if you've ever thought: "Why can't I just let this go?"

Renee lists her Top 5 Reasons that it's tough to get rid of things (and how ADHD contributes to this).

Renee also gives simple tips to help you get rid of things in your life that you don't need. Subscribe to this podcast and share it with a few friends!

In this episode, Renee explains how multitasking can be a secret to productivity, and sometimes it's an energy drain that leaves us scattered and exhausted.

Renee also explores the pros and cons of multitasking with ADHD and shares practical tips to make it work for you.

Get Renee's weekly insights about women with ADHD and how to work with your brain, not against it.

In this episode, Renee shows you how to identify where it's too big and find ways to scale down tasks so you can finally take action.

Learn practical strategies to break down your to-do's, find your starting point, and make steady progress, and actually accomplish what you want to get done!

In this episode, Renee talks about the reasons you may not be seeing that cause avoidance. If you've ever told yourself, "I know I should do this, but I just can't seem to," this one's for you.

Renee explores:

• Why avoidance isn't disinterest or lack of motivation
• Common mental blocks that prevent you from starting
• How to gently identify your personal roadblocks
• A simple mindset shift to help you move forward (without pressure)

This episode is all about understanding yourself—not judging yourself.

Learn what's really going on underneath the avoidance… and take one small, doable step from there.

Thanks for listening!

In this episode, Renee explains how and why the mental load of clutter is amplified with ADHD—and why it can feel like it's taking up space in your mind even when it's out of sight -- and how other times we may simply forget!

— Why ADHD brains struggle with both object permanence and mental closure.

— How "out of sight, out of mind" can work at times you don't need it and backfire when even unseen clutter drains your energy.

— How to shift from struggling to finding strategies.

— ADHD-friendly tips to lighten the emotional load without needing to tackle everything at once.

Whether your clutter lives in a closet, attic, garage—or just your head—this episode is your permission to take small steps, have more compassion, and clear the weight you can't see but definitely feel.

In this episode, Renee explores a powerful mindset shift that helps women with ADHD ditch the mind blocks that are keeping you from progressing.

Whether it's perfectionism or needing more time, remembeing that Some is Better than Done can help you accomplish great things—one small step at a time.

Learn why "doing some" is not only enough, but a game-changer for your productivity, motivation, and self-trust.

In this episode, Renee explains the basics of why ADHD is classified as a disorder and how it fits into the bigger world of psychological disorders and conditions.

You'll learn what defines a psychological disorder, where ADHD sits alongside mood disorders, personality disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders — and why these labels matter (and also don't).

Whether you have ADHD, are curious about mental health, want a clearer understanding of diagnostic terms, or think something is wrong with you if you have a disorder (it's not!) this conversation will give you practical insight and clarity.

In this episode, Renee shares how time blindness affects relationships in every part of life: from friendships and marriage to parenting, work, and school.

Losing track of time can create misunderstandings and frustrations. Time blindness shows up in multiple ways — learn practical strategies to strengthen your connections despite it.

Whether you've struggled with being late, missed deadlines, or forgotten plans, this episode will help you better understand yourself and communicate with the people you care about.

Learn:

• What time blindness is and why it's common with ADHD

• How it impacts friendships, romantic partners, coworkers, and family

• Tools and strategies to stay connected and reduce guilt

• Why self-compassion is key in ADHD relationships

You'll learn:

• Why ADHD brains often can't pause before acting and struggle even when they do
• How delay discounting makes future rewards feel less valuable
• How your mind create scenarios that talk you out of delayed gratification
• Real-life examples you'll instantly relate to (hello, skipping the grocery store for the couch!)
• And practical tools to manage impulsivity with self-compassion

Renee shares strategies like creating a dopamine-raising list of things you love to do, visualizing future rewards, mindset shifts and developing personal reward systems that actually work for ADHD brains.

You'll learn:

• What's happening in the ADHD brain during impulsive moments
• How serotonin and dopamine are involved in different kinds of impulse control
• Everyday examples of impulsivity that might surprise you
• Simple, supportive strategies to help you pause, plan, and feel more in control

Whether you struggle with blurting, interrupting, or making fast choices you regret later — this episode will help you feel understood, empowered, and equipped. It may even help you understand other people in your life who deal with this, too!

You'll learn:

• A lesser-known type of ADHD that might sound familiar
• How ADHD shows up differently depending on the situation
• The brain science behind ADHD, explained in simple terms
• 3 types of impulsivity that impact everyday life
• Common myths about ADHD and dopamine
• Why some tasks feel nearly impossible (and it's not just procrastination)
• A compassionate, positivie outlook on neurodiversity

Whether you have ADHD or love someone who does, this episode will help you understand the why behind impulsive actions — and how to support yourself with more kindness.

• Why traditional productivity advice doesn't always work for ADHD brains
• How "being your own personal assistant" can make tasks feel way less overwhelming
• Practical examples of prepping ahead to reduce future stress
• A real talk take on self-care that actually helps you function
• Encouragement to find your unique rhythm instead of copying someone else's system

In this episode, Renee continues to talk about the many ways ADHD messes with how we mentally process things. Whether you miss what someone is telling you (even in conversations!), get overwhelmed by instructions coming at you, but not making sense or simply read a text completely wrong, Renee explains how executive dysfunction plays a role.

Learn how to support your brain and work *with* how it processes, not against it.

From rejection sensitivity to emotional dysregulation, Renee discusses the ways ADHD can heighten fear responses and hold you back from acting in a more logical, rational way.

Get practical strategies to calm your nervous system, quiet that fear, and build the courage to move forward, even when your brain doesn't think you can.

Renee shares scenarios where this could come into play in your lift -- listen to figure out how your brain works so you can function better in your life.

In this episode, Renee discusses:

-- Why decision fatigue hits women with ADHD harder

-- How executive dysfunction, perfectionism, time constraints and emotional overwhelm play a role

-- The hidden toll of choices becoming monumental—and what to do about it

-- Simple strategies to reduce decision overwhelm and make choices easier

If you're tired of feeling stuck or second-guessing or going down the rabbit hole with every decision, this episode is for you!

These include designing routines that align with your brain's unique strengths — and being sure to include the non-negotiables - the simple things you need to do each day.

Listen to help you tackle household tasks, manage your schedule, and create structure in your day so you can get the things done that matter to you. You'll learn how to build habits that feel flexible, empowering, and ADHD-friendly for your brain!.

You can find Carrie Bonnett at https://www.carriebonnett.com/

As women with ADHD, we often push ourselves to meet expectations that don't align with how our brains work — leading to overwhelm, frustration, and burnout. But what if giving yourself the right tools and support made life simpler? More doable? Why not give yourself that ability to function?

Tune in as Renee shares why accommodations are essential, what they can look like in your daily life, and how to embrace them without guilt.

Whether it's using visual reminders, flexible routines, or asking for help, learn how to create a life that works with your ADHD brain — not against it.

Whether you're navigating intense feelings, struggling with frustration, or wondering how to create accommodations for yourself, this conversation offers valuable insights and tools.

🔹 What is emotional dysregulation?

🔹 Why is it common in ADHD and AuDHD?

🔹 Tips that help with emotional dysregulation

🎧 Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of your emotional landscape and how to navigate life with ADHD or AuDHD.

Megan's YouTube channel -- The Neurocuriosity Club https://www.youtube.com/@UCU7TaTxUNei8NzOiwgZl6PA

Get Megan's free Mental Breakdown Survival Guide https://www.theneurocuriosityclub.com/mental-breakdown-survival-guide

Learn about the importance of balancing external expectations with personal well-being, how how to create mindset shifts required to let go of expectations and live authentically.

Listen as mother & daughter discuss struggles with ADHD as a child and finding coping methods to succeed in school and in life.

In this episode of Inspiring Women with ADHD, Renee welcomes her daughter, Cebre, to share their experiences and insight as women diagnosed with ADHD as adults and what it was like for them as girls. Yes, this is the longest episode so far, but it's also the most fun! This episode is filled with hope and validation as you navigate life with ADHD.

Cebre's Etsy Shop here ➡️ https://www.etsy.com/shop/LyricsandLit

Renee reflects on the nature of fear and its impact on women with ADHD, explaining how the ADHD brain can impact that fearful response.

Learn about coping mechanisms and strategies for pushing past irrational fears. Renee also touches on societal expectations and the importance of doing things that scare us, but won't cause harm (and the importance of sensing the difference).

Learn why it's important to tune into how your brain functions best and how to create routines that minimize distractions and unnecessary steps so you can get through the day without feeling so scattered.

Renee talks about the challenges of multitasking and when systems don't work for you anymore.

Get tips for systems that work for your ADHD brain.

If you're wondering how your ADHD symptoms may affect others around you, this could give you insights and inspiration.

Renee shares tips and personal experiences on managing ADHD symptoms while raising children. Learn about the negative and positive conclusions from studies of up to 80 parent/child pairs in studies done in the UK and USA.

Once you understand what can get in the way, you can figure out the best way for you to be accountable and reach any goals you have!

Renee shares personal experiences and challenges related to maintaining accountability, including dealing with executive dysfunction, time blindness, and emotional dysregulation.

Renee gives solutions, like setting reminders and using support groups to stay committed to goals. Whether you're looking for motivation or support in achieving your goals, this episode is packed with insights and encouragement for women with ADHD.

In this episode, Renee discusses the challenges of ADHD - even if you get past the overwhelm, fear and all kinds of other distractions, both internal and external can get in the way. She gives practical advice on overcoming these obstacles. Renee will help your battle your fears and ward off whatever else is in the way!

Drawing on her experience & training as a yoga instructor, Renee explores how emotions affect your state of wellness.

Renee gives insights into the body's natural responses to stress and highlights the importance of breathing techniques and physical activities like yoga, hiking, and even dancing to alleviate stress.

This episode is helpful to anyone looking to improve their emotional well-being and physical health by learning how to effectively recognize, process and release stress.

Show Notes:

The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kol

Max Strom - speaker, author & breathwork teacher

Learn how you can apply this mindset when you have new ideas and an ongoing to-do list. It may not possible to do it all, but Renee will help you be okay with the shifts your day to day life, help you set realistic goals , and find contentment with the imperfections of life.

This episode is part 2 of learning about RSD and how it can impact adults and children with ADHD.

For those who experience RSD, a simple comment, a delayed text, or even an expression on someone's face can feel absolutely crushing!

In this episode, Renee shares how other women describe having RSD and how it can impact their lives. You'll also get insight on how to be aware of those who may have RSD and how to manage the emotions that could come your way.

Renee shares what to watch for and how to make shifts that will help you end each day feeling at peace with all that you've done.

Renee is also mentions she's a guest this week on

The Connected for Real Podcast with Rebbetzin Bat-Chen Grossman -

episode 171.

https://connectedforreal.com/podcast-2/

Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria can affect women with ADHD and interfere with your day to day life. Listen as Renee explains how it can show up in your life or maybe even in the lives of loved ones, what emotional disregulation means in relationship to ADHD, and how you can help process these overwhelming emotions.

PS. from Renee: My apologies for calling RSD - Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria instead of Sensitive throughout the episode - as you may know with ADHD, sometimes little details get missed! (It's Sensitive, not Sensitivity). I'll for sure remember now!

Rejection Senseivity Dysphoria (RSD) can also accompany ADHD and can factor in. Add the tendency to blurt, talk a lot, want to make the other person feel better and forget to return messages and it can get quite disruptive.

Listen to see how this can affect you or a loved one and how you can help improve these relationships and feel more understood.

What may sound easy and routine for pretty much everybody else can feel daunting for women with ADHD.

Renee also explains how ADHD affects your ability to get yourself to do things and strategies to help you do them, find alternative methods, and feel good about yourself.

Get practical tips and insights to help you curb your shopping tendencies, and minimize time & money wasted on things you don't need to buy.

Whether it's your kitchen, closet, or workspace, you'll learn practical tips to turn chaos into calm. You can tackle it, one step at a time!

In this episode, you'll learn the many ways ADHD can create mishaps and find simple strategies to minimize these accidents.

Renee shares simple affirmation practices that will bring a positive impact to your life and help you imagine new possibilities.

It's fully possible to reach your full potential with ADHD and accomplish your goals in any area of your life.

Renee can help you progress through small steps that lead to the change you want to see.

Renee shares why women with ADHD tend to have a stronger need for expression, validation, understanding and connection.

Since it's not always simple to sustain, Renee also guides you to see how self-awareness and finding helps driven from yourself and outside yourself will help

Renee taps into how the excitement and pressure of Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales can be a recipe for disaster with ADHD such as:

• Anxiety from FOMO on deals.
• Time wasted by looking into every offer.
• More challenging to make decisions
• Increased impulse buying.
• Trying to keep track of what you've bought

Learn simple ways to support yourself with ADHD.

Renee shares the importance of balance and how to alleviate the pressure of constant mental effort by using tools like a 'do later' list.

Renee encourages listeners to be find simple ways to recharge.

Knowing your purpose combines your unique ways and gifts with your personal values. It can be helpful in determining goals and feeling like your life is meaningful, but is it necessary to narrow that down to a sentence or two?

Listen as Renee explores this topic for women with ADHD.

Renee didn't get to see The Eras Tour this time, but listen to what she learned about how ADHD impacts traveling along the way.

Listen as Renee shares the pros and cons.

ADHD can have similar symptoms as Obsessive Compulsive disorders. But what are the differences? Are there any overlaps?

This is a 2 part series of exploring these 3 disorders.

Listen as Renee uncovers the connections and differences that may show up in your life.

You can also get insight as you listen to sleep strategies tailored for women with ADHD. Struggling to fall asleep can be especially challenging when your mind won't rest.

Listen to Renee's top tips to help you unwind and achieve restful nights.

Renee discusses how to watch for perfectionistic behavior and offers strategies to manage and overcome it.

Learn how to balance striving for excellence with being kind to yourself as you navigate life as a woman with ADHD.

Is there a medication that works best for you? Or supplement?

Renee shares her personal journey with ADHD diagnosis and explores the challenges of trying new medications and supplements.

She shares insights about the diagnostic process, the importance of self-advocacy, and the trial-and-error nature of finding the right medication.

Renee discusses how ADHD can play into your needs and expectations in your marriage and how you can still have a fulfilling relationship.

Episode Highlights:

-- The need for social interaction and deep conversations.

-- Feeling a void or loneliness from lack of communication.

-- Finding balance and fulfillment in relationships.

-- Understanding that one person can't meet all of your needs.

-- Recognizing and accepting individual differences.

• Understanding Overwhelm in ADHD
• Decision Paralysis
• Clutter & Sensory Overload
• Physical Clues & Symptoms of feeling Stuck
• Pressure we put on ourselves
• Strategies to Break Free of feeling Frozen

Renee shares personal experiences and strategies including the importance of simplifying choices, recognizing personal triggers, and managing distractions. Renee also touches upon the emotional and mental aspects of overwhelm and offers practical tips to help you regain control and productivity in your daily life.