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    How To Make Transitions Easier With ADHD

    ByMarla Cummins ADHD Follow-Through, Blog

    Note: This article was originally published in December 2023 and fully updated in August 2025. Transitions can be tricky for ADHD brains, and they’re rarely just one step. This post walks you through the whole cycle, from stopping to navigating the in-between, and starting again. So you can learn how to make each part easier. I know this is long! This is a deep dive, about a 15-minute read. You can read it all at once. Or jump to the section you need most right now. Why Do ADHD Adults Struggle With Transitions What Is a Transition With ADHD? A transition isn’t just a moment of switching. It’s a process. It involves stopping one thing, navigating the space in between, and then starting something else with…

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    Calendar Strategies That Reduce ADHD Overwhelm

    ByMarla Cummins ADHD Tools & Strategies, Podcast

    Episode Summary If using a calendar feels more frustrating than helpful with ADHD, this episode is for you. You’ll learn practical strategies to make your calendar support your energy, priorities, and follow-through. From weekly reviews to color coding, you’ll get doable ideas you can test without overhauling your whole life. What You’ll Learn About Using A Calendar With ADHD Transcript: ADHD Calendar Strategies  (00:00): Are you looking for strategies so you can actually use your calendar effectively? If you are, you’re in the right place. This is part two of a two-part series on ADHD and calendars. And if you haven’t listened to part one yet, that episode dives into the emotional and practical challenges of using calendars with ADHD. But what you’ll hear today…

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    Top 5 Reasons Your ADHD Brain Struggles with Calendars

    ByMarla Cummins ADHD Tools & Strategies, Podcast

    Episode Summary If you’ve ever opened your calendar and felt overwhelmed, guilty, or just plain confused, you’re not alone. A lot of adults with ADHD struggle to make traditional calendar systems work, even though they know they need one. In this episode, I explore why that happens. I’ll walk you through some of the hidden reasons calendars often fail ADHD brains and explain how decision fatigue, time blindness, and unrealistic expectations can quietly erode your trust in your calendar. Before you can build a system that truly supports you, it helps to understand why it hasn’t worked in the past. What You’ll Learn About ADHD Challenges With Calendars: Transcript: ADHD Adults and Calendars (00:01):Do you have a love-hate relationship with your calendar? You know you need…

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    ADHD and Slow Processing: What Helps in the Moment

    ByMarla Cummins ADHD Communication, Blog

    Do you have moments when, in a meeting, a one-on-one conversation, or a social or business gathering, or when you feel like you’re not processing the information as quickly as you would like? For example, a common challenge I hear from many Adults with ADHD I work with is, “When I’m in the middle of a conversation or meeting, I just can not seem to put it all together and figure out how to contribute. Often, I don’t think of what I want to say until after it is over. I feel so stupid!” If you have similar thoughts, you might then spiral into shame. And think you are just not that intelligent. You may then become distracted by these thoughts and feelings. This distraction…

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    Crucial Tips You Need to Be On Time for Work

    ByMarla Cummins ADHD in the Workplace, Podcast

    Episode Summary If you’re a high‑achieving professional with ADHD but still late to work and tired of starting your workday stressed, this episode is for you. I’ll provide you with specific strategies you can start using today, from addressing your time blindness to leveraging simple tech hacks and creating the routines you need to get you out the door on time to work reliably. What You’ll Learn About Getting to Work on Time With ADHD Transcript: (00:03): Can adults with A DHD be on time to work? Absolutely. Let’s see how. (00:08): You’ve tuned into Scattered, Focused, Done – A podcast for ADHD adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to be able to get your…

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    Can You Get ADHD Support at Work Without Disclosing?

    ByMarla Cummins ADHD in the Workplace, Podcast

    Episode Summary Getting support for ADHD at work can feel risky, especially if you’re unsure whether to disclose. In this episode, Marla talks with neurodivergent HR expert and former Amazon leader Kate Broeking about how professionals with ADHD can advocate for what they need, protect their performance, and navigate the process with clarity and confidence. What You’ll Learn About Getting ADHD Workplace Support: Meet Kate Broeking Kate has over 10 years of experience building neurodiversity and mental health programs that help companies attract, retain, and advance neurodivergent employees. With a background in social work, vocational rehabilitation, and corporate accommodations, she spent six years leading supported employment programs and disability hiring initiatives at both the state and national levels. In 2019, Kate created Amazon’s Work Wellness…

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    ADHD Burnout Recovery: How to Do It Successfully

    ByMarla Cummins ADHD Emotional Regulation, Blog

    When in the middle of ADHD burnout, you may think to yourself, “I’ve been holding it together for so long that I’m running on fumes. But I’m not sure how to turn this around? And I’ve tried…” In Part 1, What ADHD Burnout Really Feels Like—and Looks Like, I offered the first step in recovering from burnout. Now in Part 2 are time-tested ADHD burnout recovery strategies that have worked for others and can work for you, too. First, a heads-up. When you’re burnt out, it’s hard to think creatively about how to get on an even keel again.  So don’t expect yourself to do it all at once. See if there’s one small step you can take to begin turning this around. And then,…

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    How Do I Know if I Need a Therapist or an ADHD Coach?

    ByMarla Cummins ADHD Support Options, Podcast

    Episode Summary If you’ve ever wondered whether ADHD coaching, therapy, or both would be most helpful, this episode will help you sort through the differences. I explore what each approach offers, how they can complement each other, and what questions to ask when choosing the support that fits best. It’s a practical guide for understanding your options and making an informed decision. What You’ll Learn About Choosing ADHD Support: Transcript: Therapy vs ADHD Coaching Therapy vs ADHD Coaching (00:03): Are you trying to figure out whether therapy A DHD, coaching or both is right for you? So are a lot of other adults with ADHD, you’re listening to Scattered Focused, done re-Imagining Productivity with ADHD, A podcast for ADHD, adults like you who want to get…

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    What ADHD Burnout Really Feels Like and Looks Like

    ByMarla Cummins ADHD Emotional Regulation, Blog

    If you’re dealing with ADHD burnout, and lately everything feels harder, it might be more than your usual run-of-the-mill tiredness. I was on Zoom with a client the other day, and she looked tired, for sure. But it was more than that. She seemed worn out and discouraged. So when I asked about a project she’d hoped to move forward with, she closed her eyes, put her hand to her forehead, and said, “No… I didn’t do that.” I could tell she felt like she was letting herself down. Now, no doubt, she was still doing a lot, still functioning on the outside. But inside, she was running on empty. What Exactly Is Burnout? Before we go further, let’s just make sure we’re talking about…

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    Still Disorganized With ADHD? Four Ways to Get On Track

    ByMarla Cummins ADHD Organization, Podcast

    Episode Summary Feel organized on the outside but chaotic behind the scenes? In this episode, I’ll unpack four hidden ADHD trouble spots — like email overload, scattered to-do lists, and time blindness — that quietly fuel disorganization. You’ll explore simple, ADHD-friendly strategies for managing your time, memory, mood, and tasks, so you can stop spinning and feel more in control. What You’ll Learn About Fixing Hidden ADHD Chaos: Transcript: More Strategies for ADHD Disorganization Why does life feel chaotic even when things look fine? [00:03] Ever feel like you’ve built an outer life that seems okay—you’re getting things done, showing up for others, making it all work—but behind the scenes, maybe it’s held together with sticky notes, half-finished lists, and sheer willpower? If that sounds…