Best Highfunctioning Podcasts (2025)

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EP. 331: Build a Business That Works Like Your Brain with Latrice Prater 44:25

1d ago44:25

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ What if the systems you were told to follow just… never worked for you? Latrice Prater spent years trying to fit into traditional jobs and structures, feeling like she wa…

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EP. 330: Why Being Yourself Is the Smartest Strategy with Elizabeth Elfenbein 47:41

10d ago47:41

47:41

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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ What happens when you stop trying to prove your worth and start building what only you can see? Elizabeth Elfenbein is a creative powerhouse, a purpose-driven leader, and…

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EP. 329: How to Stop Overthinking and Start Writing 59:21

18d ago59:21

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ How do you build a writing life when your brain refuses to follow rules? For Paulette Perhach, the answer has always been a mix of creativity, structure, and compassion. …

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EP. 328: Intuition & ADHD: Unlocking Your Spiritual Gifts 49:51

25d ago49:51

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ If you’ve ever been told you’re “too sensitive,” “too emotional,” or just “too much,” this episode is here to tell you: you’re not. You’re intuitive, and that might just …

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EP. 327: Changing the ADHD Money Narrative with Nicole Stanley 1:05:32

1M ago1:05:32

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Money advice rarely works for the ADHD brain. We’re told to budget, track every dollar, and rely on willpower—but what if the real answer is to make it easier, not harder…

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EP. 326: How Lizzie Smiley Built an Etsy Empire 58:09

1M ago58:09

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___________ What happens when a self-taught, multi-passionate entrepreneur builds a six-figure Etsy business from scratch—while homeschooling on a farm and running multiple i…

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EP. 325: Kate Anthony on Divorce, Safety, and Reclaiming Your Life 47:29

2M ago47:29

47:29

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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___________ For many ADHD women, relationships can be complicated—especially when navigating emotional intensity, executive dysfunction, and the feeling that something just i…

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EP. 324: Rejection-Proof: How ADHD Brains Can Turn ‘No’ Into ‘Next’ 56:28

2M ago56:28

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___________ Rejection stings, but what if you could flip it into your greatest advantage? Alice Draper, founder of Hustling Writers and host of My Rejection Story, knows that…

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EP. 323: Cas Aarssen: What’s Your Organizing Style? 53:25

2M ago53:25

53:25

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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup __ Some people are naturally organized. Cassandra Aarssen is not one of them. A self-proclaimed “super slob” turned organizing expert, Cas spent years struggling with clutter…

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EP. 322: Loud, Intuitive & Learning to Regulate with Chelsea Kunz 50:24

2M ago50:24

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup __ Growing up as the youngest of ten kids, Chelsea Kunz learned early how to be loud, funny, and grab attention—which, as it turns out, is pretty on-brand for an ADHD brain. …

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EP. 321: Unpacking Procrastination, Clutter, and Perfectionism with Dr. Christine Li 59:37

2M ago59:37

59:37

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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup __ Procrastination, clutter, perfectionism—these aren’t just bad habits. For many ADHD women, they’re constant battles that drain energy and create overwhelm. Dr. Christine L…

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EP. 320: It’s Never Too Late: Reinventing Life with Emily Ransdell 55:36

3M ago55:36

55:36

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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup __ Some people see retirement as slowing down—Emily Ransdell saw it as a chance to finally do what she was meant to do. After a career in tech marketing, she walked away at 5…

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EP. 319: Ditch the Clutter, Grandma! 1:00:02

3M ago1:00:02

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup __ Most people don’t think of ADHD and aging in the same sentence, but what happens when someone reaches their 60s, 70s, or beyond—never knowing they had ADHD in the first pl…

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EP. 318: Brittany Madrid Mogenson: The ADHD Brain Behind BZenTV 1:08:32

3M ago1:08:32

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Some people spend years trying to figure out what they want to do. Brit Madrid Mogensen does it all. From sports reporting and acting to hosting her own TV show, Brit bui…

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EP. 317: ADHD, Addiction, and Advocacy: Jennifer’s Inspiring Story 50:50

3M ago50:50

50:50

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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ How do generational trauma, ADHD, and addiction intertwine—and how can understanding them save lives? In this deeply personal episode of ADHD for Smart Ass Women, Tracy O…

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EP. 316: Overthinking Much? Dr. Kathy Zhang Gets It 1:08:20

4M ago1:08:20

1:08:20

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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Dr. Kathy Zhang has spent her career on the frontlines of life and death, supporting patients in their most vulnerable moments. A hospice and palliative care physician, T…

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EP. 315: Rebecca Barrera: Making ADHD Her Advantage in Nursing and Life 47:27

4M ago47:27

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Some kids can’t sit still in class. Others stare out the window, lost in their thoughts. Then there are kids like Rebecca Barrera, who ask a million questions, try their …

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EP. 314: Set Intentions, Not Resolutions 41:04

4M ago41:04

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Set Intentions, Not Resolutions and Making 2025 Your Best Year Yet January feels like a fresh start, but for many ADHD brains, resolutions quickly lose their spark. In th…

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EP. 313: How Singing Regulates Your Nervous System with Dana Lewis 56:13

4M ago56:13

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Your voice is more than what you say—it’s who you are. Dana Lewis, a communication and vocal coach, is on a mission to amplify the voices of neurodivergent women. As the …

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EP. 312: Transforming Financial Trauma with Catherine Morgan 1:00:06

5M ago1:00:06

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ ADHD brains and money: What if your challenges could become your greatest strength? In this episode of ADHD with Smart Ass Women, Tracy is joined by Catherine Morgan, a C…

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EP. 311: Blown Away: The Game-Changing Stylist Who Revolutionized Curly Hair 1:23:14

5M ago1:23:14

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Let’s talk about your crowning glory—your hair—and how it can help you embrace your authentic self. Gina Marie Rodriguez, a self-described "nerdy/sciency hairstylist," is…

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EP. 310: Addiction and ADHD: A Conversation You Haven't Heard Before 51:58

5M ago51:58

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ How do ADHD, trauma, and addiction intersect, and what strategies can help break this harmful cycle? In this episode, Tracy Otsuka speaks with Andrea Epting, a psychother…

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EP. 309: Redefining ADHD in the Latinx Community: Insights from Izzie Chea 1:05:41

5M ago1:05:41

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ ADHD brains are creative powerhouses, built for innovation, connection, and resilience. In this episode, Tracy Otsuka sits down with Izzie Chea—a dynamic entrepreneur, ed…

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EP. 308: Chaos: Why ADHD Minds Are Built for This Moment in Time 21:00

6M ago21:00

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ ADHD brains are built for brilliance. In this special Thanksgiving episode, Tracy reflects on the unique strengths of ADHD women and how they navigate a chaotic world. Dr…

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EP. 307: Not a Disorder, But a Wildtype: Dr. Idit Hazan on ADHD as a Natural Human Variation 47:45

6M ago47:45

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Hot take: ADHD behavior is a normal variant, not a disorder. This is what our guest, Dr. Idit Hazan believes. Dr. Idit Hazan, a pediatrician turned entrepreneur and profe…

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EP. 306: Why You Need to Find Your People Now! 55:43

6M ago55:43

55:43

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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ What if understanding your ADHD brain is the key to achieving your biggest dreams? For Luci Taylor, an ADHD diagnosis in her twenties became a turning point, giving her t…

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EP. 305: Katy Weber’s Mission for Women with ADHD 58:26

6M ago58:26

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ From parenting struggles to podcasting success, Katy Weber’s ADHD journey has reshaped her life. Diagnosed at 45, Katy—a health coach and founder of Women & ADHD—found he…

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EP. 304: Compassionate Communication for a Neurodiverse Family with Breanna Autolitano 55:45

6M ago55:45

55:45

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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ When life gets overwhelming, self-compassion and mindfulness can be the key to thriving. Breanna Autolitano, a mother of 9 and mindfulness expert, shares how she embraced…

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EP. 303: Turning Work into Play: Kristen West’s Story 57:50

7M ago57:50

57:50

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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ When life feels chaotic, humor can be your greatest tool for finding balance. Kristen West, founder of The Centered Life Co., has built a thriving online community around…

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EP. 302: Healing Through Art with Yolanda Y. Liou 1:10:40

7M ago1:10:40

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ When art became a refuge, it became a revolution. This episode is about embracing neurodivergence and challenging beauty standards. Yolanda Liu, a Taiwan-born artist base…

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EP. 301: Understanding ADHD and Aphantasia with Dr. Chelsea Twiss 50:25

7M ago50:25

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Imagine trying to visualize something in your mind, only to be met with a blank canvas. This is the reality for people with aphantasia, a condition where the mind's eye s…

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EP. 300: My Son Markus' Journey: Turning Academic Challenges into Strengths and Resilience 1:12:54

7M ago1:12:54

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Celebrating the 300th Episode with a Special Guest—My Son, Markus For this milestone episode of ADHD for Smart Ass Women, I wanted to do something meaningful and personal…

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EP. 299: Kristyn Hodgdon: PCOS, Fertility and Women’s Health 53:29

8M ago53:29

53:29

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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Do you have PCOS and ADHD? Struggling with anxiety and fertility too? Kristyn Hodgdon’s story might sound a lot like yours. Kristyn discovered her ADHD and PCOS while nav…

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EP. 298: Brandy Agerbeck: Do You Think in Pictures? 1:54:54

8M ago1:54:54

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ **A new version of the epsiode is uploaded** If you're using Apple Podcast, follow these steps to get the new version of the blends: Remove a downloaded episode: Tap Libr…

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EP. 297: Creating Financial Harmony: Ellyce Fulmore's Intersectional, Feel Good Approach 57:09

8M ago57:09

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Do you often feel swamped by money decisions? Or find yourself wondering how to make your spending really reflect what matters most to you? Money management isn't just ab…

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EP 296: Anna Rahe on Fascia Therapy, Trauma Healing, and ADHD 59:34

8M ago59:34

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Can trauma be stored in the body? And if so, could understanding fascia - the connective tissue enveloping our muscles and organs - be key to unlocking healing? Join us a…

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EP. 295: Building a 7-Figure Business with ADHD: Insights from Molly Claire 41:15

9M ago41:15

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ From feeling lost to running a 7-figure business: Is it possible with ADHD? Molly Claire's journey shows it can be done. As a coach trainer and founder of The Masterful C…

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EP. 294: Ditching the Self-Sabotage Squad by Mastering Two Important Networks in Your Brain 19:38

9M ago19:38

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Why does our ADHD brain get stuck on those annoying negative thoughts? It's all about two parts of our brain: the Task Positive Network (TPN) and the Default Mode Network…

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EP. 293: What is Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria? 33:49

9M ago33:49

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Do you ever feel like your emotions are too much to handle? Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) is a powerful yet often overlooked aspect of ADHD, particularly in women. …

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EP. 292: The ADHD Workbook for Teen Girls: A Conversation with Dr. Catherine Mutti-Driscoll 46:25

9M ago46:25

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ "I thought I was just lazy and stupid." These words from Dr. Catherine Mutti-Driscoll hit hard. At 37, with a PhD in education, she discovered she had ADHD - after her so…

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EP. 291: Mastering Your Mind: How Thoughts Shape Your Life 44:53

9M ago44:53

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Your thoughts create your feelings. For women with ADHD, negative thoughts and emotions can be particularly challenging. However, this challenge also presents an opportun…

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EP. 290: Getting Diagnosed 39:39

10M ago39:39

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ How do you effectively prepare for a meeting with an ADHD clinician to seek a diagnosis? Many women feel anxious about seeking an ADHD diagnosis, fearing encounters with …

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EP. 289: Designing with Empathy: Nikki Kuhn's Accessibility Journey 58:27

10M ago58:27

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ The digital landscape can pose challenges for individuals with unique needs—a challenge Nikki Kuhn is passionate about addressing. As an advocate and entrepreneur in the …

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EP. 288: Inspiring Photographers Worldwide: Michelle Harris's ADHD Journey 36:57

10M ago36:57

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Harnessing hyper-focus, effective prioritization, and community support are the ADHD traits that Michelle Harris credits for her success. Initially, her signs of ADHD wer…

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EP. 287: Cleaning for Mental Health: Sarah McGlory’s Adaptive Approach to Chronic Pain 56:04

10M ago56:04

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Imagine homeschooling five kids, battling chronic pain, and navigating life with ADHD—all during a pandemic. That's the incredible journey of our guest, Sarah McGlory. Af…

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EP. 286: Heather Florio: Transforming Women’s Health and Wellness 1:06:43

11M ago1:06:43

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Heather Florio's journey is one of resilience and growth. Her advice? Do overwhelming things one step at a time. Diagnosed with ADHD in high school and discovering she wa…

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EP. 285: Laura Key: How Successful Women with ADHD Mask Their Struggles 52:28

11M ago52:28

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Struggling with perfectionism? Feeling like there's always more to achieve? You're not alone! Join us as Laura Key, host of the ADHD AHA podcast, shares her journey from …

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EP. 284: Unlocking Productivity: Alexis Haselberger's ADHD-Inspired Techniques 1:06:24

11M ago1:06:24

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Managing time with an ADHD brain can be tough, but what if there were ways to make it easier? Join us as Alexis Haselberger shares her story of being diagnosed with ADHD …

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EP. 283 Kris Jones: Simplifying Writing for ADHD Brains 56:20

11M ago56:20

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Can creativity and chaos coexist to create brilliance? Let’s unlock the secrets to mastering storytelling and entrepreneurship with Kris Jones in this week’s episode of t…

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EP. 282: The Power of Persistence: Arielle Paul’s Story 1:01:47

12M ago1:01:47

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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 here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup ___ Teachers once said, “She’ll never amount to anything academically,” but Arielle proved them wrong. This podcast episode celebrates the resilience and brilliance of women …

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