How to ADHD | Working with Your Brain

Welcome back to The Messy Podcast for a new series, Season 1: Understanding Your ADHD Brain, Episode 1! Have you ever been told you have so much "potential," but feel like you're constantly struggling just to keep up? In our series premiere, "The Struggle is Real," inspired by Jessica McCabe's "How to ADHD," we dive into the frustrating and often invisible reality of living with an ADHD brain. Ready to stop "trying harder" and start understanding how your unique brain works so you can finally thrive? Explore online therapy for a happier, healthier you: https://themessypodcast.com/therapy Important Disclaimer: This podcast series analyzes literary works and explores principles of personal growth, drawing insights that align with concepts discussed in "How to ADHD." This episode aims to provide educational and analytical content. Any references to external ideas are for commentary and educational purposes. All rights to any referenced works belong to their respective owners, and no copyright infringement is intended. To further explore the principles discussed, you can purchase "How to ADHD" here: https://amzn.to/4lAvbPF In this foundational episode, we explore the lifelong struggle that often precedes an ADHD diagnosis. Through the author's own journey, we'll discuss the exhausting cycle of being a bright yet disorganized person, the failed coping mechanisms, and the burnout that comes from relentlessly "trying harder" without understanding the root cause. Discover the pivotal moment when the advice shifts from "trying" to "understanding," and how this paradigm shift is the first step toward embracing your diagnosis and learning to work with your brain, not against it. You can find more information about The Messy Podcast at this direct link: https://themessypodcast.com/ Let's get messy and start the journey of working with our brains, not against them.