ADHD FM

Elianna
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ADHD FM explores what it’s like to discover you have ADHD as an adult through stories, support, and lightbulb moments that change how you see yourself. Hosted by Elianna Friedman, this podcast is a reminder that you’re not alone, and it’s never too late to learn how your brain works.

Episodes

  1. FEB 10

    ADHD and Organizing

    ADHD & Organizing An interview with Lorinda Dishington Ortiz, Organizing with Lorinda Organizing, cleaning, and decluttering with ADHD can feel like a never-ending cycle of good intentions, overwhelm, and… doom piles. In this episode of ADHD FM, I’m digging into why organization is so hard for ADHD brains and why so many traditional organizing rules just don’t work for us. I share some of my own struggles (and a few hard-earned wins), like why deadlines help me get started, why I’ve stopped believing that “less stuff is always better,” and how things like open shelving, clear containers, and having multiples of everyday items actually make my life easier and not harder. Then I’m joined by organizing expert Lorinda Dishington Ortiz, a registered nurse, ADHD organizing specialist, and fellow neurodivergent woman who truly gets it.  We talk about: What doom piles really are (and why they’re not a personal failure) Clutter blindness, perfectionism, and why “I’ll do it later” rarely works Why organizing is an executive function nightmare and how to work with your brain instead of against it. Gamifying boring tasks, using timers, rewards, and even alter egos This episode isn’t about becoming a minimalist or having a Pinterest-perfect home. It’s about finding systems that reduce friction, letting go of shame, and remembering that clutter is morally neutral and it does not define your worth. If organizing has always felt overwhelming, paralyzing, or just plain impossible, I hope this conversation helps you feel a little less alone and a lot more hopeful. Contributors Guest Interview: Lorinda Ortiz Producer & Editor: Marion Cunningham Logo Art: Jennifer Cooper Resources Mentioned Institute for Challenging Disorganization — Classes and certifications for becoming an organization coach Full episode transcript available at adhdfm.com Please share and reach out! Instagram | TikTok

    34 min

  2. JAN 27

    Feeding Yourself with ADHD

    Food, Creativity, and Feeding Yourself with ADHD An interview with Catherine Smart (Not From Concentrate) In this episode of ADHD FM, Elianna sits down with Catherine Smart, founder of Not From Concentrate, to explore the deeply intertwined relationship between ADHD, food, creativity, and daily life. As someone who works as a food coach and culinary educator, Elianna brings her own experience and professional perspective into the conversation, especially around how ADHD shapes our relationship with cooking, meal planning, and feeding ourselves consistently. Together, they unpack what it really means to feed yourself when structure feels hard, motivation comes in waves, and pleasure matters just as much as practicality. Catherine shares candid insights into her relationship with food and exercise, her career path, and the systems (and hacks) that actually work for an ADHD brain. The conversation covers everything from hyperfixation meals and hosting strategies to meal planning, organization, and reducing food waste while also naming the very real challenge of having to figure out what to eat every single day. At its core, this episode is about permission: to prioritize creativity, to seek pleasure in food, and to let go of perfection. ✨ Key Takeaways Creativity and pleasure are essential when it comes to food and ADHD Meal planning and reducing food waste can be especially challenging with ADHD, but flexible systems help Hyperfixation meals can be a tool, not a failure. Feeding yourself consistently is real labor and it’s okay to acknowledge that. Accessibility A full transcript of this episode is available at adhdhfm.com Contributors Guest Interview: Catherine Smart ️Producer & Editor: Marion Cunningham ️Logo Art: Jennifer Cooper Resources Mentioned Not From Concentrate Recipes — Recipes and food inspiration by Catherine Smart Let’s Connect What is your current hyper fixation meal? Please share! Instagram | TikTok

    37 min
  3. Body Doubling & ADHD

    JAN 13

    Body Doubling & ADHD

    In the very first episode of ADHD FM, host Elianna Friedman dives into body doubling a productivity practice where working alongside someone else (in person or virtually) helps boost focus, and follow-through, especially for ADHD brains. Elianna shares her own lived experience with body doubling and is joined by expert Kate Ostergren, who breaks down why this technique works, what the science says, and how to make body doubling actually helpful (not awkward or pressure-filled). Together, they explore: What body doubling is—and what it’s notWhy ADHD brains respond so well to shared presenceTips for successful body-doubling sessionsThe role of accountability, connection, and communityReal stories from listeners who use body doubling in everyday life This episode makes the case for body doubling not just as a productivity tool, but as a powerful way to feel less alone while getting things done. Contributors Guest Interview: Kate Ostergren Listener Voices: Abbey Lile-Taylor & Elizabeth Brunetti ️ Producer & Editor: Marion Cunningham ️ Logo Art: Jennifer Cooper Resources MentionedBody Doubling Platforms Tried: Flow ClubDubbiLet’s ConnectWhat body doubling techniques are working for you? Please share! Instagram | TikTok ☕ Buy Me an Iced Coffee

    31 min
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ADHD FM explores what it’s like to discover you have ADHD as an adult through stories, support, and lightbulb moments that change how you see yourself. Hosted by Elianna Friedman, this podcast is a reminder that you’re not alone, and it’s never too late to learn how your brain works.

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  • Creator
    Elianna
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Elianna Friedman
  • Show Website
    ADHD FM