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Motherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHD
How can you ask for help? When you have ADHD, you may not ask for help. Maybe you feel like you have to figure it out on your own. You may not want others to know you’re struggling or working this hard to keep up. Or maybe you don’t want to look weak or incompetent. But humans aren’t meant to function entirely solo. Mamas Nicole & Rebecca both submitted the question of how to ask for help. Here’s a clip from Successful Mama Meetups during our month themed "Help Me Help You (How to ask for help from your non-neurodivergent family, friends, and coworkers)” because the mamas requested this topic. You’re not alone in this. I’m sharing supportive strategies on how to share about your ADHD at a level that makes you feel comfortable. Then how to ask for help, even when you aren’t exactly sure what you need or how to explain it. Want to suggest a topic for a future podcast episode? Share your questions here: patriciasung.com/ask-a-question Let’s dive in! Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-262-how-to-ask-for-help-when-you-have-adhd Links mentioned in this episode: Episode 217: Friendships & ADHD: Ghosting, Awkwardness and More with Social Skills Expert Caroline Maguire Want practical help getting tasks off your plate? Grab my How to Outsource for ADHD Moms course. In under 30 minutes, you’ll be able to decide which tasks to get rid of and how to find the right person to help you do it to lighten your load today. This course helps you simplify your home life, as well as work or owning a business. Rooted Group Coaching for ADHD Moms is enrolling for next month. Join a group of moms who get it and cheer you on alongside expert coaching from me. Sign up here: patriciasung.com/group Free Resource: How to Manage Your ADHD Beyond Medication
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E261: What If Everyone Hates Me? Book Update #3
What if everyone hates me? What if no one reads my book? No one told me that writing a book came with an existential crisis. Wrestling with how to write the book that moms need, while also showing up fully as myself, and writing words I can stand by for decades to come… this has been a lot more weighty than I expected. I thought I was going to be updating you on logistics, timelines, and contracts. What I’m mostly sharing is how I’m navigating a tough inner critic, anxiety, and people pleasing. Let’s jump in. Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-261-what-if-everyone-hates-me-book Links mentioned in this episode: Ready to get away? Our annual ADHD Moms Weekend Retreat is coming up October 10-12, 2025 in Houston, Texas! You're officially invited :) “Honestly, this was one the best weekends I've had since becoming a mom. I've never felt so seen and understood. I would hop on a plane and go again. No hesitation! I'll follow y’all anywhere, moms.” –ADHD Mama J.Q. (4th time attending) I’ll take care of all the details - you simply show up and enjoy. I take care of you while you learn how to take even better care of yourself, in a way that’s sustainable for real momlife. Because you can take care of your family when you’re in a healthy place. Learn more here: patriciasung.com/retreat Or go directly to the waitlist and add your name here: patriciasung.com/retreat-waitlist Episode 10: How to be Less Late: An ADHD Guide for improving timeliness when you are time blind Episode 238: Setting Boundaries and Navigating Criticism: Managing RSD, Hypersensitivity, and Overstimulation with ADHD Tell me what you want to read about, join the beta reading team, or just be nosy about the first book on being a mom with ADHD: patriciasung.com/book
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E260: Are You Lazy and Procrastinating or Prioritizing for Later?
HOT TAKE: I don’t believe people with ADHD are lazy. There is a reason that they don’t want to or can’t do the thing, and when you untangle that obstacle, voila! It’s easier to get things done. How do you know the difference between procrastinating and prioritizing for later? There are some things in life we can’t avoid, so how do you deal with them? How do you know when it truly is not the time for certain tasks and feel okay setting them aside without worrying if you’ll never remember them again? Here’s a clip from Successful Mama Meetups during our month themed "Procrastination or Burnout? (How to tell the difference between when you need rest & when you’re avoiding something)” because the mamas requested this topic. You’re not alone in this. I’m sharing supportive strategies for dealing with too many tasks – many of them unappealing – and not enough time to do them all. Understanding ADHD's impact on prioritizing makes a huge difference in how you deal with the never-ending to do list of adulting and parenting. Let’s dive in! Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-260-adhd-lazy-procrastinating-or-prioritizing Links mentioned in this episode: Rooted Group Coaching for ADHD Moms is enrolling for next month. Learn how to get stuff done without the torture with ADHD friendly skills you can teach your kids, too. Join here: patriciasung.com/group Free ADHD Resource: The ADHD Secret to Overcoming Time Blindness
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E259: Juggling Big Goals and Parenting with ADHD: Book Update #2
Ditch the quest for Pinterest perfection and actually get stuff done. In this episode, I’m getting real about how my book proposal is going amidst juggling the whirlwind of parenting and work projects. The highs and lows of writing are kicking in already. Do I need to write multiple books because there's just too much to say? Slow your roll, Patricia! One step at a time! I still have to balance work and family life, which is no easy feat, especially while ADHD and parenting are being greatly affected in America’s current situation. I don’t have a lot of answers today, but I have honest stories to share about what makes this goal difficult, yet worthwhile. Come along while I attempt to figure out how to make big dreams and goals a reality while keeping my sanity. I hope it gives you a boost of motivation to tackle a few items on your own chaotic to-do list while prioritizing your mental health. We can do this! Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-259-juggling-big-goals-parenting-with-adhd-book-update2 Links mentioned in this episode: Ready to get away? Our annual ADHD Moms Weekend Retreat is coming up October 10-12, 2025 in Houston, Texas! You're officially invited :) “Gift yourself the opportunity to meet like-minded people (literally), make instant friendships, and the space to finally be yourself.” –ADHD Mama T.H. I’ll take care of all the details - you simply show up and enjoy. Put it on your calendar now. Because you deserve to take care of yourself too. Learn more here: patriciasung.com/retreat Or go directly to the waitlist and add your name here: patriciasung.com/retreat-waitlist
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E258: Reset After a Meltdown or Total Shutdown
When you’re hiding in the bathroom in a puddle of tears on the floor, what do you do next? When you’ve yelled at your family and said things you regret during a grownup temper tantrum and wish you could hide under a rock forever, what do you do next? When the shame and guilt and overwhelm feel like too much to bear, what do you do now? It’s so common for those of us with ADHD to get overwhelmed and shutdown or say things we regret. Here’s a clip from Successful Mama Meetups during our month themed "Your Reset Button (How to reset after a total shutdown or meltdown)” because the mamas requested this topic. You’re not alone in this. I’m sharing supportive strategies for dealing with stress and moving forward when it feels hopeless or impossible. Understanding ADHD's impact on your emotional regulation makes a huge difference in how you deal with stress. Big hugs. Let’s talk about it. Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-258-reset-after-adhd-meltdown-shutdown Links mentioned in this episode: When you feel anger rising, how can you find calm and stay present in the moment? Hit play on Slow Down, Be Present: a calming audio private podcast for both sleep and anxiety. It’s only $9. Snag yours here: patriciasung.com/slowdown Rooted Group Coaching for ADHD Moms is enrolling for next month. Learn how to deal with your emotions with ADHD friendly skills you can teach your kids, too. Join here: patriciasung.com/group Free Video and Checklist → Stop Medusa Mom: 10 Ways to Calm Down
About Motherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHD
Productivity, Parenting, and Education for Moms with Adult ADHD
Are you overwhelmed by the never-ending to do list of motherhood? Are you burnt out and barely keeping your head above water? Are you confused and frustrated by how all the other moms make it look so easy? And somehow you're still floundering despite trying even harder...
Your purse is as overflowing as your mind, you never feel like a good enough mom, and you don't dare have anyone over to visit to witness your messy home. You just want the best for your kids, but you can't figure out how to manage the chaos, both in your mind and in your house.
Oh, I've been there, mama. Some days, I'm still there. Parenting with ADHD is hard!
We want to be structured for our kids, yet we can't seem to stay consistent even for ourselves. But I'm letting go of everyone else's perception of a "good mom" and stepping into loving who I am a little more each day. Will you join me?
Whether you have ADHD like I do, or think you might, here is your permission slip to let go of the pinterest worthy visions of organization and structure fit for everyone else. Let's do life like our brains do life: creatively, lovingly, and with all your might. Moms with ADHD have a superpower of always trying their best, even when it doesn't pan out.
How do I know? I have known about my ADD for over twenty years, and I want to share all of this hard-earned ADHD knowledge with you, making your adjustment a lot easier and faster than mine was.
What does Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder look like in women? We'll dive into emotional regulation, motivation, executive function, hormones, medication, and natural treatments. Women with ADHD share their diagnosis stories with us, whether inattentive, hyperactive or combined, from childhood through adult diagnoses. We also talk about ADHD's so-called friends like depression, anxiety, addiction, disordered eating, other learning differences, and what I've learned through therapy and CBT.
Science is my jam and learning about how our brains work through the lens of scientific research helps us understand who we are. ADHD is not just for little boys; it looks different in girls.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a neurological medical condition, not an excuse for lazy, stupid, unmotivated people to not live up to our potential. Let's agree to throw that thought in the trash.
Once we understand how our brains work, we can dive into the practical strategies like structuring our day, minimalism, money, nurturing our relationships, daily rhythms, using a planner, and improving our sleep. I want to help you build your version of a joyful family life.
We talk about everything from ADHD to Zebras, because that is how Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder works: to us, our thoughts are clearly connected, but non-linear to everyone else. I want you to love being a zebra in a world full of horses. We were born as unique, gorgeous creatures, not meant to blend in with the usual nor mundane.
When we embrace who we are and how our brains work, we can figure out how to live out lives successfully and in turn, lead our families well.
At the end of the day, we just want to be good moms. Spoiler alert: you are already a great mom.
If you're ready to see that with your own two eyes, hit play and listen in as we love ourselves a little more each day of our ADHD lives. ADHD does NOT mean you're doomed to be a hot mess, mama!
You CAN rewrite your story from shame spiral to success story, and I'll be right here beside you to cheer you on!
With love, Patricia Sung, a fellow mama with ADHD
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