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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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    Part 1 – 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…

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    Why Do I Seem Put Together But Feel Totally Disorganized With ADHD?

    ByMarla Cummins ADHD Organization, Podcast

    Episode Summary You’re capable, competent — maybe even the go-to person at work. But behind the scenes? Emails pile up, tasks slip through the cracks, and it’s hard to keep up. In this episode, I’ll share why this disconnect happens with ADHD — and how you can start building real support systems that match your strengths. What You’ll Learn About ADHD and Disorganization Transcript: ADHD and Disorganization The Hidden Chaos Behind High-Functioning ADHD [00:06]Ever feel like you’ve got it all together well on paper, but secretly your inbox is overflowing, your desk is a mess, and you’re behind on a dozen small but important things? You’re not alone. You’ve tuned into Scattered, Focused, Done – Reimagining Productivity with ADHD, a podcast for ADHD adults, like…

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    ChatGPT and ADHD: A Surprisingly Good Match

    ByMarla Cummins ADHD Tools & Strategies, Blog

    I know that as an adult with ADHD, you’ve likely tried countless ADHD tools promising to make your life easier — but often, learning how to use them ends up feeling like more work than it’s worth. So when you hear about ChatGPT, an AI chatbot that’s all over the news, it’s totally normal to wonder: I hear you. Before you decide, hear me out—because ChatGPT might just be the flexible kind of help you need, especially if you’re willing to approach it with an experimental mindset. What is ChatGPT — Really? Think of ChatGPT as a chat buddy who can help you brainstorm, plan, draft emails, organize your scattered thoughts, and more. It’s not magic or judgmental — it’s just a tool that responds…

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    Job Interviewing With ADHD: Practical Strategies for Success

    ByMarla Cummins ADHD in the Workplace, Blog

    Navigating job interviews can be challenging for anyone, no doubt. However, as an adult with ADHD, you might face unique hurdles, such as difficulties organizing your thoughts and managing your time effectively. But once you know what your challenges are, you can adopt the strategies you need to have a successful interview. Really! Understanding the ADHD Interview Experience First, a little more about what some of your ADHD-related challenges might be. Adults with ADHD may find interviews particularly taxing due to difficulties with attention regulation, impulsivity, and working memory. What this can mean, for example, is that you might forget key points, interrupt the interviewer, or struggle to stay on topic. In addition, if emotional dysregulation is one of your challenges, you may become anxious…

  • How to Make Decisions About How to Use Your Time

    ByMarla Cummins Podcast

    DESCRIPTION: Here are ADHD friendly steps you can use to make decisions about how to use your time. KEY TAKEAWAYS: RESOURCES: Blog Post: TRANSCRIPT: (00:01): Are you using your time the way that is the most important to you? You’ve tuned into Scattered Focused, done Re-Imagining Productivity with ADHD, 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 essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins, and I’m glad you decided to join me today on this journey to re-imagining productivity with ADHD, so you can get what is important to you done without trying to do it…

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    How to Break Free of Perfectionism So You Can Be Productive

    ByMarla Cummins ADHD Follow-Through, Podcast

    DESCRIPTION: Learn what it means to be a perfectionist and how you can reduce your ADHD perfectionist tendencies as an adult with ADHD TRANSCRIPT: (00:02): Is perfectionism getting in your way? You’ve tuned into Scattered Focus, done re-Imagining Productivity with ADHD, 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 essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins, and I’m glad you decided to join me today on this journey to reimagining productivity with ADHD so you can get what is important to you done without trying to do it like everyone else. (00:40): A perfectionist is someone…

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    Ready To Manage Your Frustration Better?

    ByMarla Cummins ADHD Emotional Regulation, Blog

    One of the executive function challenges for adults with ADHD is “managing frustration and modulating your emotions”. So, well, of course, there are many reasons you may get frustrated, understanding and addressing your frustration as a symptom of ADHD is key to making this better. A former client even asked whether it was “possible for frustration not to be their dominant emotion.” The answer is, yes, of course, but it will take time and skill-building. Right now, you may become angry and frustrated much more easily and quicker than your neurotypical peers. The key to addressing this is to both honor those feelings and act in a way that is in sync with your values. Come along as we go on a journey to get…

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    How to Make Getting Started Easier

    ByMarla Cummins ADHD Follow-Through, Podcast

    DESCRIPTION: Learn why it is hard for adults with ADHD to start on tasks and how it can be easier using these strategies. TRANSCRIPT: (00:01): Getting started can often be hard for adults with ADHD. It can be easier. You’ve tuned into scattered Focused, done re-Imagining Productivity with ADHD, 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 essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins and I’m glad you decided to join me today on this journey to reimagining productivity with ADHD so you can get your important work done without trying to do it like everyone…