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356 Tech Jobs + ADHD Minds: How David Made It Work Dec 02, 2025

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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 ADHDer
The moments where David’s brain said, “Nope,” and how he recovered
The tools, structures, and hacks that actually work for him
Why traditional productivity advice falls flat for ADHDers in high-pressure tech roles
How he transformed the way he works, thinks, and leads—through coaching and community

You’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.

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355 BITESIZE | What to Do When Someone Says “Everyone Has ADHD” Nov 27, 2025

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Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #320: Rapid-Fire Adult ADHD Q&A

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354 Why Even Your Own To-Dos Feel Like an Attack: The Explosive Reality of Adult PDA Nov 25, 2025

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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 nope
What’s happening in the nervous system when internal or external demands feel like a threat
How to work with your nervous system instead of fighting it
Practical 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.

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353 BITESIZE | Why You Can't Start Until The Last Minute: Unlocking ADHD & Motivation Nov 20, 2025

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Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #319: “Why Can’t I Just START?!” – ADHD + Task Initiation

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352 The Kids Who Can’t Be Told What to Do: PDA & Low-Demand Parenting (with Casey Ehrlich) Nov 18, 2025

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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.

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351 BITESIZE | Clutter, Shame, and the ADHD Brain Nov 13, 2025

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Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #318: The Real Reason You Can’t Get Organized (And What To Do About It)

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350 From Cemetery Shifts to a Career That Fits: Matt’s ADHD Comeback Story Nov 11, 2025

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If you’ve ever wondered “Will it ever happen for me?” this episode is your proof of yes. A year after sharing his story of unemployment and underemployment (Ep. 291), listener favorite Matt Cicarelli is back with the update we all needed: he landed a job he loves—at a human, trust-based agency that actually gets ADHD—and he’s sharing how it happened.

What you’ll hear

The zig-zag path to “the right job”: grocery store shifts, cemetery work, and the random roadside sign that led to a warm intro and a great offer.
Why environment is everything: from walking on eggshells to being trusted, asking “basic” questions without shame, and dropping the exhausting mask at work.
ADHD at work, for real: how a boss who understands neurodiversity changes productivity, confidence, and day-to-day calm.
Emotional regulation in the wild: Matt’s 30 years as a basketball referee, what happens when emotions are contagious, and the skills he’s practicing to not “take the bait” at home.
Growth without perfection: self-trust, defensiveness dialed down, and the slow, steady GPS moving in the right direction.

Why you’ll love it

This is the episode that makes you exhale. Matt’s story is honest, funny, and deeply relatable—especially if you’ve faked it at work, white-knuckled through interviews, or wondered if you’ll ever find a place where you can be yourself and still thrive. Press play now!

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349 BITESIZE | Stop Making Everyone Else Comfortable: Waking Up to Unequal Relationships Nov 06, 2025

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Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #317: From Barely Coping to High-Functioning: 10 ADHD Game-Changers

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348 Too Bored to Function: Why ADHD Brains Would Rather Do Anything Than Be Bored Nov 04, 2025

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Ever felt so bored you’d rather do anything — even something you’ll regret — just to avoid that restless, agitated feeling? In this episode, Dr. Marcy Caldwell breaks down why boredom feels like torture, what’s really happening in the brain and body, and why ADHDers crave stimulation (even the bad kind sometimes).

We dig into:

The two types of boredom — apathetic vs. agitated
What the “optimal stimulation zone” actually means
Why boredom spikes stress hormones like cortisol
And practical ways to manage boredom without blowing up your life for excitement

Dr. Caldwell brings her signature mix of neuroscience and real-world wisdom to help us understand — and work with — our restless, stimulation-seeking brains.

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347 BITESIZE | ADHD, Internalized Shame, and the Pep Talk from Kristen You Need NOW Oct 30, 2025

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Love this clip? Check out the full episode: Episode #315: Why ADHD Feels So Shameful (and How to Fight Back)

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