356 Tech Jobs + ADHD Minds: How David Made It Work
In this episode, I sit down with David—a long-time FOCUSED member turned coach—to talk about what it really looks like to work in tech with an ADHD brain. David shares how he found his way into the tech world, the challenges he faced behind the scenes, and the systems he built to survive (and eventually thrive).We explore:The hardest parts of tech culture for an ADHDerThe moments where David’s brain said, “Nope,” and how he recoveredThe tools, structures, and hacks that actually work for himWhy traditional productivity advice falls flat for ADHDers in high-pressure tech rolesHow he transformed the way he works, thinks, and leads—through coaching and communityYou’ll also hear a bit about his move from England to the U.S., how cultural differences shaped his ADHD experience, and how stepping into a coaching role helped him grow in unexpected ways.Watch this episode on YouTubeWant help with your ADHD? Join FOCUSED!Have questions for Kristen? Call 1.833.281.2343Hang out with Kristen on Instagram and TikTokSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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355 BITESIZE | What to Do When Someone Says “Everyone Has ADHD”
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #320: Rapid-Fire Adult ADHD Q&AListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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354 Why Even Your Own To-Dos Feel Like an Attack: The Explosive Reality of Adult PDA
If you’ve ever thought, “No one can tell me what to do… not even me,” this episode might feel like someone finally turned the lights on.This week, Kristen sits down with Kendahl Damashek — parent coach, Director of Content and Curriculum for At Peace Parents, and a PDA Autistic mom of four PDA kids — for a groundbreaking conversation about Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) in adults.Together, they explore:How PDA actually shows up in adults (and the subtle signs many people miss)Why everyday tasks like “just start the laundry” can trigger a full-body nopeWhat’s happening in the nervous system when internal or external demands feel like a threatHow to work with your nervous system instead of fighting itPractical first steps for anyone thinking, “Wait… this might be me.”If you’ve struggled with “self-sabotage,” shutdowns, avoidance spirals, or a lifelong pattern of resisting pressure — even your own — this conversation offers clarity, compassion, and a completely different way forward.Follow Casey Ehrlich on Instagram and be sure to check out At Peace ParentsWatch this episode on YouTubeWant help with your ADHD? Join FOCUSED!Have questions for Kristen? Call 1.833.281.2343Hang out with Kristen on Instagram and TikTokGo to drinkag1.com/ihaveadhd to get a FREE Welcome Kit with an AG1 Flavor Sampler and a bottle of Vitamin D3 plus K2, when you first subscribe!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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353 BITESIZE | Why You Can't Start Until The Last Minute: Unlocking ADHD & Motivation
Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #319: “Why Can’t I Just START?!” – ADHD + Task InitiationListen to the full conversation in the original episode HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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352 The Kids Who Can’t Be Told What to Do: PDA & Low-Demand Parenting (with Casey Ehrlich)
What if your child’s resistance, meltdowns, or refusal to do “simple” things isn’t defiance—but a nervous system response?In this conversation, Kristen talks with Casey Ehrlich, founder of At Peace Parents and one of the leading voices on Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). Casey is a researcher, parent coach, and mom of two PDA kids who helps families understand the intersection of ADHD, autism, and PDA through a lens of compassion and nervous system science.Together, they explore what PDA really is, why it shows up so often in ADHD families, and how traditional parenting strategies often backfire when a child’s need for autonomy is being misunderstood as opposition.Follow Casey Ehrlich on Instagram and be sure to check out At Peace ParentsWatch this episode on YouTubeWant help with your ADHD? Join FOCUSED!Have questions for Kristen? Call 1.833.281.2343Hang out with Kristen on Instagram and TikTokGo to drinkag1.com/ihaveadhd to get a FREE Welcome Kit with an AG1 Flavor Sampler and a bottle of Vitamin D3 plus K2, when you first subscribe!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The I Have ADHD Podcast is a clear, concise, and FUN podcast for adults with ADHD. Listen to learn about how ADHD impacts every area of your life from the boardroom to the bedroom...and how you can begin to overcome your symptoms by accepting who you are, flaws and all. Host Kristen Carder is a dually certified coach who has supported thousands of people with ADHD worldwide. Kristen's extensive experience working with ADHDers began in 2012, and she now leads a global community of adults with ADHD in her coaching program, FOCUSED. ****OBVIOUSLY, the content in this podcast is not meant to be a substitute for medical advice. Kristen Carder is not a medical professional.
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