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    Alternative Health

    ADHD for Smart Ass Women with Tracy Otsuka

    Want to fall in love with your ADHD brain and make it work for you?

    Learn more about my patented program, Your ADHD Brain is A-OK Academy:
    programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup

    I have NEVER met an ADHD woman who wasn’t truly brilliant at something!

    This podcast, with nearly 7 million downloads, is for smart, high-ability ADD/ADHD (diagnosed or suspecting) women who see their symptoms as more positive than negative.

    If you want to fall in love with your ADHD brain and discover where your brilliance lies, this podcast is for you!

    ADHD for Smart Ass Women is globally ranked in the top one-tenth of one percent of all podcasts in the world on any subject. It’s streamed in more than 160 countries and is downloaded by more than 150,000 listeners every month.

    My book of the same name, published by HarperCollins/William Morrow, was recently honored by Amazon Editors as a Top 20 Best Nonfiction Book of 2024.

    I’m Tracy Otsuka, your host.

    I’m a lawyer, not a doctor, a lifelong learner, and a certified ADHD coach. I’m on a mission to change the conversation around ADHD because I believe it’s time to focus on the strengths that come with our unique brains.

    When I was diagnosed eight months after my son, my entire life finally made sense, yet all I read and heard about ADHD focused on what I should struggle with. What I discovered, though, was that my ADHD was responsible for some of my greatest strengths.

    Another thing we constantly hear is all the success stories about ADHD men, but no one talks about the women. This podcast is here to change that.

    ADHD women are my people, and I’m here to acknowledge, support, and cheer them on.

    My experience as an adult living with ADHD, along with my expertise, is regularly sought out by top-tier media, including Bloomberg, Forbes, CBS Mornings, ABC News Live, Inc., Prevention Magazine, Verywell Mind, ADDitude magazine, and The Goal Digger Podcast, etc.

    adhdforsmartwomen.com

    The content in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment and does not constitute medical or professional advice.

    Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of anything you have seen or heard from Tracy Otsuka, her guests or this podcast.

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    Copyright: © 2025 ADHD for Smart Ass Women with Tracy Otsuka

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    EP. 6: Managing Frustration and Controlling Emotions Feb 07, 2019
    Show notes

    Tired of ADHD strategies that don’t work? Here’s what actually does. FREE training here: https://programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup

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    We have executive functions that help us in life. They help us organize, plan and control our life so it’s manageable. It’s how we can take care of ourselves and get things done. Most of us with ADHD have trouble with one or more of the six executive functions.
    Today, I am talking about the executive function that involves emotion. It’s what helps us manage frustration and it gives us the ability to regulate our emotions. Here are the key elements Tracy has learned when dealing with emotions and situations that can become emotional.
    Tracy explains emotional dysregulation and how it shows up and how it impacts us. How does stress impact our emotions and how do recognize it in ourselves and in others? Tracy shares how perfectionism and time management affect her emotions and how she’s learned to work around these situations. Intensity is a big part of ADHD and it’s a big part of managing emotions as well. Tracy’s experience with the Apple watch, and how it’s helped her be able to cook again! What can you do when emotional intensity comes up? Listen for some go-to solutions that can help you manage or even remove an emotionally charged situation. You can choose.
    Tracy shares that awareness is separate from emotion and thought. How to identify and name what is causing the emotion and doing this exercise can help. Don’t miss Tracy’s bull frog story. It’ll make you smile. Why allowing ourselves to feel the feelings can ultimately help you eliminate the feeling. If you want different results, you need to change your behavior. Emotions don’t always lead to a behavior; sometimes it’s the opposite. Self-control is a neurobiological trait. It requires the ability to have hind-sight and fore-sight and the ability to wait. Understanding how this impacts behavior is key to managing emotions. , Psychotherapist gave us great tips you’ll find helpful.

    Send a Message: Your Name | Email | Message

    Explore more from me:
    🐝 AOK Hive: https://tracyotsuka.com/hive
    🧘 SHIFT: https://tracyotsuka.com/shift
    📚 Free resources: https://tracyotsuka.com/learn
    📖 Get the book, ADHD for Smart Ass Women: https://tracyotsuka.com/adhd-book
    🧠 Join Your ADHD Brain is A-OK Academy: https://tracyotsuka.com/aok
    🌐 Visit my website: https://tracyotsuka.com/

    ADHD isn’t a productivity problem. It’s an identity problem.

    That’s why most strategies don’t stick. They were not designed for how your brain actually works. If you’re ready to stop fighting your brain and start building a life that fits, start here: https://programs.tracyotsuka.com/sign-up

    Connect with me:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracyotsuka
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heytracyotsuka
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracyotsuka/

    Are You Ready to Discover Your Brilliance? Order Now: https://tracyotsuka.com/adhd-book

    EP. 5: ADHD and Medication Jan 31, 2019
    Show notes

    Tired of ADHD strategies that don’t work? Here’s what actually does. FREE training here: https://programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup

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    Tracy shares her experience with medication for her son and herself. When my son was diagnosed medication was the only thing recommended which didn’t feel right to us. Today we’re talking medications and my personal insights about how they worked (or didn’t work) for us. I hope it’s helpful for you as you navigate the prescription roller coaster.
    Here are a few highlights from this episode: Tracy shares her extensive list of medications that were prescribed. Side effects and how they impacted me. Testing options and why it might help your Dr. prescribe meds that may work better and have fewer side effects. My son’s experience with medication. His feedback and what I noticed weren’t the same, but we both came to the same conclusion. I found Dr. Dale Archer’s information helpful. You may appreciate his insights as well. Why a medicated “new normal” may not be right for you or your child and how to recognize it. The worst-case scenario, and why you have to be proactive. Why your family Dr. may not understand your ADHD and where they get their info. Hint: It’s not in medical school. What we don’t know about these medications especially the long-term effects for the ADHD brain. Why ADHD people do well in the military; an unexpected benefit of structure. Are we medicating our uniqueness? Is that a good idea?
    Tracy shares a real-life story of a woman’s before and after experience with medication. When medication for routine can help and when it can hurt. Tracy’s Rx for medication. She breaks down multiple options separate from medication and useful tips for getting the right medication for you.
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    Resources:

    • Facebook Group: ADHD for Smart Ass Women
    • The ADHD Advantage: What You Thought Was a Diagnosis May Be Your Greatest Strength


    Send a Message: Your Name | Email | Message

    Explore more from me:
    🐝 AOK Hive: https://tracyotsuka.com/hive
    🧘 SHIFT: https://tracyotsuka.com/shift
    📚 Free resources: https://tracyotsuka.com/learn
    📖 Get the book, ADHD for Smart Ass Women: https://tracyotsuka.com/adhd-book
    🧠 Join Your ADHD Brain is A-OK Academy: https://tracyotsuka.com/aok
    🌐 Visit my website: https://tracyotsuka.com/

    ADHD isn’t a productivity problem. It’s an identity problem.

    That’s why most strategies don’t stick. They were not designed for how your brain actually works. If you’re ready to stop fighting your brain and start building a life that fits, start here: https://programs.tracyotsuka.com/sign-up

    Connect with me:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracyotsuka
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heytracyotsuka
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracyotsuka/

    Are You Ready to Discover Your Brilliance? Order Now: https://tracyotsuka.com/adhd-book

    EP. 4: The One Trait that Everyone with ADHD Shares Jan 24, 2019
    Show notes

    Tired of ADHD strategies that don’t work? Here’s what actually does. FREE training here: https://programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup

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    Those with ADHD have a brain that’s wired differently, but we aren’t all the same. That can be frustrating. Understanding ourselves and others is going to help us all.
    Tracy shares why she doesn’t see her ADHD as a disorder. Hear why she considers some of the traits as part of her super powers. Hear the 2 traits that impact everyone with ADHD. You might relate, but they may have never been explained this way before. ADHD is not a learning disorder; most have a higher than average IQ. Learn the 3 ways a person with a neurotypical brain functions when they need to get things done. Hear the workarounds for those of us who don’t have this type of brain. Learn why procrastination isn’t about will-power or laziness. It’s about our brain and how it works.
    Hear how ADHD is a huge contributor to danger. Understanding why is a life and death issue. No one is good at everything. How to do more of what you love and get help with the things you don’t enjoy. Tracy shares why fitting in is so hard and encourages those women with ADHD to focus on standing out instead.

    Send a Message: Your Name | Email | Message

    Explore more from me:
    🐝 AOK Hive: https://tracyotsuka.com/hive
    🧘 SHIFT: https://tracyotsuka.com/shift
    📚 Free resources: https://tracyotsuka.com/learn
    📖 Get the book, ADHD for Smart Ass Women: https://tracyotsuka.com/adhd-book
    🧠 Join Your ADHD Brain is A-OK Academy: https://tracyotsuka.com/aok
    🌐 Visit my website: https://tracyotsuka.com/

    ADHD isn’t a productivity problem. It’s an identity problem.

    That’s why most strategies don’t stick. They were not designed for how your brain actually works. If you’re ready to stop fighting your brain and start building a life that fits, start here: https://programs.tracyotsuka.com/sign-up

    Connect with me:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracyotsuka
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heytracyotsuka
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracyotsuka/

    Are You Ready to Discover Your Brilliance? Order Now: https://tracyotsuka.com/adhd-book

    EP. 3: Kids and ADHD: Why Their Journey is Important to You Jan 24, 2019
    Show notes

    Tired of ADHD strategies that don’t work? Here’s what actually does. FREE training here: https://programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup

    ___

    Tracy talks about the mis-conceptions about kids with ADHD and how her son wasn’t your “typical” ADHD kid. When teachers saw her son become “unmotivated” it was chalked up to laziness. Since then, Tracy got answers and began her mission to educate herself and others. ADHD isn’t a disorder caused by modern life.
    Tracy explains why someone with ADHD may be on social media or playing video games more than others. It’s not what you think! Here ADHD defines why Tracy thinks the attention deficit part is all wrong. You probably will too! Learn about studies that prove that the brain of ADHD kids is significantly different. This is important in understanding how to thrive with an ADHD brain. Tracy shares a list of traits that can be attributed to behavior by ADHD children. Hear how ADHD differs from mood disorders. The emotional impact is different. Blaming parents for the “behavior” of ADHD kids is not helpful. Self-control is a neurobiological trait. It isn’t something you can teach – no matter how hard you try. Find out why the concept of time is a big part of the challenge in dealing with children with ADHD. What wired for interest means and why it’s important to understand it. Tracy shares how Marcus excels when he’s doing things that he enjoys. It’s not that he can’t focus on other things, he literally can’t! The dopamine effect – why you need to understand it.
    Helping our ADHD kids figure out their passion and interests contribute to life-long success. Hear the positives about ADHD kids. These traits aren’t discussed often so they are not understood but they should be. There are disturbing facts about potential issues for our ADHD kids. That’s why it’s so important to understand and guide them to live up to their potential.

    Send a Message: Your Name | Email | Message

    Explore more from me:
    🐝 AOK Hive: https://tracyotsuka.com/hive
    🧘 SHIFT: https://tracyotsuka.com/shift
    📚 Free resources: https://tracyotsuka.com/learn
    📖 Get the book, ADHD for Smart Ass Women: https://tracyotsuka.com/adhd-book
    🧠 Join Your ADHD Brain is A-OK Academy: https://tracyotsuka.com/aok
    🌐 Visit my website: https://tracyotsuka.com/

    ADHD isn’t a productivity problem. It’s an identity problem.

    That’s why most strategies don’t stick. They were not designed for how your brain actually works. If you’re ready to stop fighting your brain and start building a life that fits, start here: https://programs.tracyotsuka.com/sign-up

    Connect with me:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracyotsuka
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heytracyotsuka
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracyotsuka/

    Are You Ready to Discover Your Brilliance? Order Now: https://tracyotsuka.com/adhd-book

    EP. 2: ADHD, The Facts, The Symptoms and the Advantages of the ADHD Condition Jan 24, 2019
    Show notes

    Tired of ADHD strategies that don’t work? Here’s what actually does. FREE training here: https://programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup

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    Tracy covers the basic facts about ADHD diagnoses. Find out what’s included, how does it show up, the differences in symptoms in children and adults. She gives specific examples of behaviors that you may find very familiar. She also talks about why many women are not diagnosed and the seldom discussed advantage of having an ADHD brain. Knowledge is powerful in understanding how the ADHD brain works.
    Get a practical, real-life understanding how it affects women. Here’s what Tracy covers in detail: What ADHD can look like in real women. Tracy outlines the technical symptoms and shares how ADHD has affected her personally. Find out the 3 sub-types of ADHD to see if any of them feel familiar to you. ADHD explained, and why it’s not always a negative. This is so important and not discussed enough! Why traits aren’t the same in all people and why it varies and a big reason why most women have not been diagnosed. ADHD is heritable, but it doesn’t always show up the same way. Find out why (related) people who are diagnosed can have much different symptoms. Learn what qualifies for a diagnosis as explained in the DSM (Diagnostic Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) There are 18 symptoms, 9 focused on inattention and 9 focused on hyperactivity and/or impulsivity. These were developed for diagnosing children. Learn what the 9 traits are for adults according to the work done by Russell Barkley. Understanding how a diagnosis is determined and the differences between how symptoms show up when you were a child and now as an adult.
    Note: Every ADHD brain is wired differently so symptoms may show up in a variety of ways. Tracy outlines 43 general symptoms. You may resonate with many of these – but some may not apply to you at all. Tracy covers 24 positive symptoms of ADHD. This is the part that is seldom covered but they should be! Find out why exercise is so good for our brains – and why many with ADHD exercise regularly. What resonated with you? Is there something that affects you that wasn’t mentioned? I’d love to know so we can all understand the unique ways that ADHD impacts women.
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    Resources:

    • Email: tracy@tracyotsuka.com


    Send a Message: Your Name | Email | Message

    Explore more from me:
    🐝 AOK Hive: https://tracyotsuka.com/hive
    🧘 SHIFT: https://tracyotsuka.com/shift
    📚 Free resources: https://tracyotsuka.com/learn
    📖 Get the book, ADHD for Smart Ass Women: https://tracyotsuka.com/adhd-book
    🧠 Join Your ADHD Brain is A-OK Academy: https://tracyotsuka.com/aok
    🌐 Visit my website: https://tracyotsuka.com/

    ADHD isn’t a productivity problem. It’s an identity problem.

    That’s why most strategies don’t stick. They were not designed for how your brain actually works. If you’re ready to stop fighting your brain and start building a life that fits, start here: https://programs.tracyotsuka.com/sign-up

    Connect with me:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracyotsuka
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heytracyotsuka
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracyotsuka/

    Are You Ready to Discover Your Brilliance? Order Now: https://tracyotsuka.com/adhd-book

    EP. 1: Tracy Otsuka Shares her ADHD Story and her ADHD Superpowers Nov 19, 2018
    Show notes

    Tired of ADHD strategies that don’t work? Here’s what actually does. FREE training here: https://programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup

    ___

    This podcast is for smart, high-ability ADD/ADHD (diagnosed or suspecting) women who see their symptoms as more positive than negative.
    When I was diagnosed eight months after my son, my entire life suddenly made perfect sense but all I heard about was everything that my ADHD brain SHOULD be struggling with when in fact I would come to learn that my ADHD is responsible for some of my greatest superpowers.

    Send a Message: Your Name | Email | Message

    Explore more from me:
    🐝 AOK Hive: https://tracyotsuka.com/hive
    🧘 SHIFT: https://tracyotsuka.com/shift
    📚 Free resources: https://tracyotsuka.com/learn
    📖 Get the book, ADHD for Smart Ass Women: https://tracyotsuka.com/adhd-book
    🧠 Join Your ADHD Brain is A-OK Academy: https://tracyotsuka.com/aok
    🌐 Visit my website: https://tracyotsuka.com/

    ADHD isn’t a productivity problem. It’s an identity problem.

    That’s why most strategies don’t stick. They were not designed for how your brain actually works. If you’re ready to stop fighting your brain and start building a life that fits, start here: https://programs.tracyotsuka.com/sign-up

    Connect with me:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracyotsuka
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heytracyotsuka
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracyotsuka/

    Are You Ready to Discover Your Brilliance? Order Now: https://tracyotsuka.com/adhd-book

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