Rebel Momma Pod

Sarah Castañeda
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Rebel Momma Pod aims to unpack all the things that weren't covered in the brochure about ADHD, midlife, burnout & more. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review to help me reach more people!

  1. Aug 22

    ADHD, Hormones & the Sandwich Generation with Lisa Alecci

    🧡 This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/rebelmomma. ---- Sarah welcomes ADHD coach Lisa Alecci back to discuss new insights on ADHD and hormones, including research linking estrogen to dopamine regulation and executive function changes during perimenopause and menopause. They explore how women with ADHD experience greater symptom severity (not more symptoms) during hormonal transitions, and how clinicians are increasingly adjusting treatment during pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopause. Lisa shares her "sandwich generation" reality—caring for a 92-year-old mother in assisted living while supporting adult children, grandchildren, and running a coaching practice—and explains how constant role-switching, decision fatigue, stress, and depleted emotional reserves can lead to overwhelm. She offers strategies like planning decisions ahead, building transition time, pausing to reflect and choose, recognizing cognitive/emotional/body warning signs, and prioritizing sustainable self-care through saying no, asking for help, simplifying, lowering standards temporarily, consistent medication, and scheduling recovery time.   00:00 Welcome Back Lisa 01:05 Hormones And Dopamine 02:25 Symptoms Get More Severe 03:22 Clinicians Finally Adapt 05:08 Sandwich Generation Life 06:49 Guilt And Overwhelm 09:09 Decide Ahead Of Time 10:56 Context Switching Burnout 13:51 Emotional Regulation Tax 16:10 Stress And Resilience 18:04 Starting Over Again 19:35 Self Compassion Shift 20:05 Decision Fatigue Costs 22:21 Pause Reflect Choose 23:40 Overwhelm Warning Signs 27:06 Irrational Anger Clues 28:47 Real Self Care Tools 33:02 No Done Only Stop 34:46 Acceptance In Phases 35:50 Liminal Space Mindset 36:54 Wrap Up And Connect Connect with Lisa Alecci: adhdfreedom.com | lisa@adhdfreedom.com

  2. Jul 11

    The Truth About Late-Diagnosed ADHD in Women with Liz Lewis

    💙 Sponsored by BetterHelp If you've been thinking about starting therapy, BetterHelp makes it easier to get support from the comfort of your home. Get 10% off your first month by visiting https://betterhelp.com/rebelmomma --------------- What if you've spent your entire life believing you were the problem... when ADHD was the missing piece all along? In this episode of Rebel Momma Pod, host Sarah Castañeda sits down with Liz Lewis, writer, ADHD advocate, and author of You Are Not the Problem: Late-Diagnosed ADHD Women and the Invisible Forces That Shape Us. Liz shares her journey from rediscovering her ADHD after becoming a mother to spending four years researching and writing a book that gives voice to the experiences of women diagnosed later in life. Together, they explore why so many women miss an ADHD diagnosis, how educational trauma affects creativity, and why writing with ADHD doesn't have to follow conventional rules. They also discuss the emotional impact of receiving an ADHD diagnosis as an adult, overcoming rejection sensitivity, managing expectations, and creating meaningful work without comparing yourself to everyone else. Whether you're newly diagnosed, navigating motherhood with ADHD, or dreaming of writing your own book, this conversation offers practical encouragement and validation.   🎯 What You'll Learn: • Why so many women receive an ADHD diagnosis later in life • The emotional reality after finally getting diagnosed • How motherhood often uncovers hidden ADHD symptoms • Why educational trauma affects confidence and creativity • Practical advice for writing with ADHD • How to overcome perfectionism and rejection sensitivity • Why comparing yourself to neurotypical writers doesn't work • The mindset shifts that helped Liz complete her first book   🧠 Topics Discussed: • Late-diagnosed ADHD in women • ADHD and motherhood • Writing a book with ADHD • Educational trauma • Executive dysfunction and creativity • Rejection sensitivity • ADHD advocacy • Women's mental health • Self-expression and journaling • Building confidence as a writer   💡 Key Takeaway: Being diagnosed later in life doesn't mean you've failed, it means you've finally found the missing context. When you stop trying to fit neurotypical expectations and begin working with your ADHD instead of against it, creativity, confidence, and self-acceptance become much more possible.   📚 Resources Mentioned: Book: You Are Not the Problem: Late-Diagnosed ADHD Women and the Invisible Forces That Shape Us Website: Healthy ADHD Substack: Yes, And by Liz Lewis   📢 Connect with Liz Lewis: Website: Healthy ADHD Substack: https://substack.com/@healthyadhd Instagram: @lizlewiswrites (mentioned during the conversation) Email: healthyadhd@gmail.com   🔔 Don't Forget: 👍 Like this episode 💬 Comment: If you were diagnosed with ADHD later in life, what changed for you the most? 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations about ADHD, midlife, burnout, motherhood, neurodiversity, creativity, and living a life that works for your brain.

  3. Jun 20

    The ADHD Coach Who Quit Social Media and Got His Life Back with Russ Jones

    What if the best productivity hack isn't another app, AI tool, or social media strategy? What if it's simply walking away? In this episode of Rebel Momma Pod, host Sarah Castañeda sits down with ADHD coach Russ Jones, founder of ADHD Big Brother, for an honest conversation about social media addiction, doomscrolling, entrepreneurship, accountability, and building a life that aligns with your values. Russ shares why he deleted Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, how social media was impacting his mental health, and why he believes many adults with ADHD are trapped in systems that drain their attention and energy. Together, they explore the pressure to constantly scale, hustle, and stay visible online, and what happens when you decide to do things differently. They also dive into the power of accountability, why AI can't replace human support, and how community can be one of the most effective tools for adults with ADHD. This episode is a refreshing reminder that success doesn't have to look like everyone else's version of success. 🎯 What You'll Learn: • Why Russ chose to leave social media behind • How doomscrolling impacts ADHD, productivity, and mental health • The hidden pressure of personal branding and online visibility • Why scaling isn't always the right business goal • The difference between AI accountability and human accountability • How daily support can help adults with ADHD follow through • What Russ calls "productivity leaks" and how to identify them 🧠 Topics Discussed: • ADHD and social media addiction • Doomscrolling and time management • Entrepreneurship and burnout • Authentic marketing without social platforms • Accountability partners and community support • AI tools for ADHD • Weekly planning and activation strategies • Building a business that feels sustainable • Mental health and depressive episodes • Finding success on your own terms 💡 Key Takeaway: You don't have to build your life around platforms, algorithms, or someone else's definition of success. Whether it's social media, business, or productivity, the goal isn't to scale endlessly. It's to create a life that works for you. 🔗 Resources Mentioned: ADHD Big Brother https://adhdbigbrother.com BetterHelp - 10% off first month https://www.betterhelp.com/rebelmomma 📢 Connect with Russ Jones: Website: https://adhdbigbrother.com 🔔 Don't Forget: 👍 Like this episode 💬 Comment: Could you quit social media tomorrow? Why or why not? 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations about ADHD, burnout, midlife, productivity, and creating a life that works for your brain.

  4. May 16

    When Doctors Dont Have Answers: Self Advocacy with Jamie Lee

    When Doctors Dont Have Answers: Self Advocacy with Jamie Lee What do you do when your body knows something is wrong but every test says you're "fine"? In this episode of Rebel Mama Pod, host Sarah Castañeda sits down with career coach Jamie Lee for a deeply personal conversation about neurodivergence, women's health, burnout, and learning to trust yourself when conventional systems fail you. Jamie shares her experience navigating unexplained symptoms, brain fog, anxiety, hormonal shifts, mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), and the frustrating reality of being dismissed by traditional healthcare providers. Together, they unpack the connection between ADHD, chronic stress, inflammation, and self advocacy and why so many women are forced to become their own researchers just to get answers. This episode is a powerful reminder that self advocacy starts with trusting your own experience. 🎯 What You'll Learn: Why so many women feel dismissed in healthcare settings The overlap between ADHD, burnout, hormones, and chronic illness What mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) is and why it's often overlooked How stress and inflammation can impact focus, energy, and mood Why self advocacy matters in both health and career How AI, Reddit, and online communities are helping people connect the dots 🧠 Topics Discussed: Brain fog, PMDD, perimenopause, and histamine intolerance Women's health gaps in conventional medicine Functional medicine and alternative testing options Long COVID, autoimmune conditions, and chronic fatigue Neurodivergence, creativity, and entrepreneurship Learning to trust your instincts when no one else understands your experience 🚨 Jamie Lee is hosting a free webinar on May 20th. During "The Exit Negotiation: How to Get Better Paid So You Can Be Your Own Boss", she'll walk you through the exact framework she uses to help clients leave their 9-to-5s financially, mentally and emotionally set up for success. To learn more, visit jamieleecoach.com. 📚 Resources Mentioned: Jamie Lee Coach https://jamieleecoach.com LDN Direct https://ldndirect.com 23andMe https://www.23andme.com 🔔 Don't forget: 👍 Like this episode 💬 Comment: Have you ever had to advocate for yourself to get answers? 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations about ADHD, burnout, women's health, and self advocacy

  5. Apr 18

    ADHD Productivity That Actually Works

    Most productivity advice doesn't work for ADHD—but this does. In this episode of Rebel Mama Pod, host Sarah Castañeda sits down with Dani Donovan to break down what actually works when it comes to ADHD productivity. Instead of forcing yourself into rigid systems, Dani shares her toolbox approach—a flexible, realistic way to get things done without burnout, shame, or relying on last-minute panic. If you've struggled with consistency, procrastination, or overwhelm, this episode will give you tools you can actually use.     🎯 What You'll Learn: Why most productivity advice fails for ADHD The toolbox method that adapts to your brain How to identify your real resistance (not just procrastination) The emotional side of ADHD: overwhelm, burnout, perfectionism How to replace shame-based motivation with something that works     🧠 Practical Tools You Can Try Today: Post-it note Kanban system on your monitor The D20 dice method to make tasks more engaging A simple framework to identify what's blocking you     📚 Resources: The Anti-Planner https://antiplanner.com https://adhddd.com

  6. Mar 9

    [Replay] Ep. 1: That's My Story And I'm Sticking To It

    Hello! Enjoy this throwback episode of The Adulting With ADHD Podcast while we continue to work on fresh interviews for Rebel Momma Pod!

  7. Feb 23

    📢 The Adulting With ADHD Podcast Is Now Rebel Momma Pod

    The Adulting with ADHD is now Rebel Momma Pod 🔥. We're exploring what's not in the brochure about neurodivergence, midlife and burnout. New episodes dropping soon 👊

  8. Feb 21

    Work With Your Brain, Not Against It with Robert Simms

    Productivity advice rarely works for ADHD brains, not because you're lazy or undisciplined, but because most systems are built for neurotypical consistency. In this episode of Adulting with ADHD, Sarah talks with Robert Simms, founder of Embodied Resilience Wellness Clinic, registered social worker, Indigenous practitioner, and neurodivergent adult, about designing home and money systems that actually work with your brain, not against it. Robert shares how discovering his own neurodivergence later in life reshaped how he approaches routines, finances, and daily structure. Instead of relying on motivation, discipline, or "just try harder," he explains how neuro affirming systems focus on variability, interest, energy fluctuations, and external supports. They explore why traditional productivity advice often fails ADHD adults, and how small environmental tweaks, not willpower, create sustainable change. In this episode, we talk about: What "neuro affirming" actually means in daily life Why consistency doesn't work the way we think it should Externalizing executive function with reminders, automation, and visual cues Removing shame and guilt from missed tasks and imperfect follow through Designing systems around strengths like hyperfocus and pattern recognition Why "inconsistently consistent" is a realistic goal Robert also shares practical home and money hacks, including: Set it and forget it bill automation when financially safe to do so Simplifying bank accounts and credit cards to reduce overwhelm Creating small financial buffers for predictable emergencies Using visible, contained systems for everyday items like keys, wallets, and kids' clutter The five minute rule for task initiation Rotating routines instead of abandoning them when interest drops One of the most powerful reframes in this conversation: your home should function like an accommodation. If the outside world isn't built for your brain, your personal systems can be. Neuro affirming systems are not about doing more. They are about building support structures that match how your brain actually works, with flexibility, compassion, and less shame. Resources mentioned: Embodied Resilience Wellness Clinic – www.embodiedresilience.ca Robert's weekly YouTube live series, "All Things Neurodivergence" Follow Embodied Resilience on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube

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Rebel Momma Pod aims to unpack all the things that weren't covered in the brochure about ADHD, midlife, burnout & more. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review to help me reach more people!

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  • Creator
    Sarah Castañeda
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    57
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026
  • Show Website
    Rebel Momma Pod

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