ADHD in a HURRY!

Dustin Horvath

Hello there! This is "ADHD in a HURRY!" the podcast dedicated to ADHDers and non-ADHDers. This episode is my introduction to you, the listener, to give you some background information about myself as a person with ADHD and my experiences working in education. Each episode will be short and sweet and will include my personal or professional insights, strategies, and perspectives on topics related to ADHD!

  1. 6H AGO

    Don't Fall For the Neurotypical Mirage (Your Brain is Great!)

    If you feel like you only work well when the house is on fire, you aren't alone—I’ve spent my life paying the ADHD Transition Tax. In this video, I’m sharing how I’ve stopped trying to "fix" my brain and started understanding my biological reality. I explore how neuroplasticity means my ADHD is fluid, and why I accidentally wired my nervous system to rely on an "Adrenaline Engine" just to function. I’m breaking down: My Neurotypical Mirage: Why I stopped chasing "normal" to save my self-trust. The "But/And" Trap: The linguistic habit that was fueling my shame spirals. The Front-End Fog: Why the first 15% of a task feels physically painful to me. My Ugly First Step: The reset I use to lower my activation energy. My brain is a living map, not a static stone. I’m done installing neurotypical software on my divergent hardware. It’s time to build a self-dictated structure that actually fits. My Info: Website | IG | Fiverr | YouTube #adhd #adhdhelp #adhdbrains #neurodiversity

    17 min

  2. 6D AGO ·  BONUS

    Your Self-management Needs to Change. Be Rebellious and Click This Episode.

    If you're feeling stuck in your approach toward life, you're not alone. The upside here is that by having ADHD, you're naturally a bit of a rebel, it's just a matter of if you have a cause or not. In this video, I'm giving you some good causes to be rebellious against your own mind. Namely, your inner-critic that's keeping you from achieving more in your life. This video is quick, easy to digest, and helpful, so please watch it and let me know your thoughts. Take a positive step forward toward silencing your inner critic and regaining more trust within yourself! #adhdrelatable #adhdselfimprovement #adhders #adhd

    7 min
  3. The Heavy Cost of Waiting: Adrenaline Surges and Decision-making

    MAR 17

    The Heavy Cost of Waiting: Adrenaline Surges and Decision-making

    Hello, folks! Please check out the poll to help me settle something. Thanks! Do you find yourself facing task paralysis fairly often? Me too. This podcast episode dives into why ADHDers often wait until there's basically no time left, and the possible tax paid when relying on adrenaline to push through the black-and-white. Unfortunately, we learn that to push through the perfectionism/overthinking/task paralysis, we must resort to more "desperate" actions. Stay with me in this episode to learn more about what you can do to circumvent these common pitfalls; however, keep in mind that the changes will not be an overnight success. Introduction Music My info: Website | IG | YouTube

    21 min
  4. Why You Don't Trust Yourself & What to Do About It

    MAR 4

    Why You Don't Trust Yourself & What to Do About It

    Are you having a hard time trusting yourself? All of those little internal promises you made and broke to yourself -- are they weighing on you and your mind? I am focusing on the effects on men's mental health in this episode. If you have ADHD, there's a good chance you know what I'm talking about, and I have some insights I want to share with you! However, if you want to make the improvements necessary, you are going to need to be PATIENT and COMPASSIONATE with yourself. Yes, YOU are capable of making important changes in your life. Your self-image and self-talk systems are going to need to change first. Music at the start: Scott Buckley Background music featuring various artists. My Info: Website | IG Chapters: 00:00 Do You Trust Yourself? 03:02 Self-worth Through a Funhouse Mirror 08:43 The "Man Up" Trap & How We Treat Boys 10:27 We Are Struggling (in Silence) 12:30 Untangling Yourself From What Isn't Working 14:06 Pitfalls of People Pleasing 16:19 Relearning to Trust Yourself Takes Time

    18 min

  5. FEB 27

    Once You Have These Insights About RSD, A Lot Will Change.

    Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria is easily the most challenging aspect of ADHD, and the worst part about it... it's NOT part of the official diagnosis! However, it does help to explain and contextualize why people with ADHD often struggle substantially in their day-to-day lives. This video covers 5 key aspects of RSD with common examples and useful scripting you can use to help combat those big feelings! Let me know in the comments your experiences with RSD -- what is and isn't working for you. Music: 'In Development' by Scott Buckley My Info: Website | ADHD Pod IG #rejectionsensitivity #RSD #adhdrelatable #adhdexplained Timestamps: 0:00 Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria Explained 01:13 Feedback Sensitivity 03:13 Being Left on Read 05:16 Low Frustration Tolerance and ADHD 07:14 Stop People Pleasing to Shield from RSD 09:36 You Might Be Cringe, Sometimes

    12 min

  6. FEB 13

    6 Real ADHD Lessons I Learned the Hard Way.

    Let's be honest, having ADHD and trying to plan out aspects of life, form relationships, and understand your brain is pretty hard. After forty years of navigating the world with ADHD, I have learned that the most exhausting part of the journey isn't the symptoms themselves, but the energy spent pretending they don't exist. In this video, I share my personal perspective on the transition from constant masking to living with greater authenticity.I break down the four pillars that helped me shift from surviving to thriving Unmasking: Why letting go of the performance of normalcy is the first step toward mental clarity. Post-Secondary Planning: How to build a future based on your actual brain chemistry rather than societal expectations. Support Networks: The importance of finding people who understand neurodiversity and how to ask for the specific help you need. Self-Knowledge: How deep introspection leads to the kind of authenticity that changes your career and relationships. This is not a clinical overview. This is a collection of lessons from four decades of personal experiences. Whether you are currently planning your next steps after school or you are decades into your career and feeling burnt out by the mask, I hope my experience helps you find a more sustainable path forward. #adhdbrain #adhders #adhdpodcast Timestamps: 04:01 Your Voice Matters [Self-advocacy] 07:04 Self-advocacy Skills with ADHD 08:10 Support Networks That Work with ADHD 12:54 Learning Your Unique ADHD Brain! [Unmasking] 19:22 Making Your Gap-year Work for You 22:13 Breaking It All Down

    26 min

  7. FEB 8 ·  BONUS

    The High Cost of ADHD Masking (And Why Being "Weird" is Better)

    Are you tired of feeling "weird" or uncomfortable in your own skin? At 40, I still struggle with this, but I’ve learned that "weird" is often just Adult ADHD Management in disguise.In this video, I discuss why the "high cost of masking" is leading to your burnout and how to slowly take the mask off to find your tribe.Key Video Takeaways: ✅ How to challenge the "lazy" or "uninspired" labels from your childhood. ✅ Why your "weird" is actually someone else's "wonderful." ✅ The importance of finding a neurodivergent tribe to lower social pressure.What is a "weird" habit you have that you've realized is actually just your ADHD brain working? Let's talk in the comments! 👇Timestamps: 00:16 – The 10-Second "Self-Acceptance" Breath01:31 – The High Cost & Stress of ADHD Masking02:40 – How Authenticity Builds Better Support Networks03:49 – Challenging the "Lazy" Childhood Programming04:42 – Finding Your Tribe: Why "Your Weird is Someone’s Wonderful"05:15 – Stimming, Commonality, and Recognizing Your Needs

    8 min

  8. FEB 3

    How to Manage ADHD Shame without 10 Years of Therapy

    Stop the spiral. If you’ve ever felt like a "lazy" failure because of a messy house or a missed deadline, this episode is your 15-minute antidote. I'm diving into Adult ADHD Management strategies to handle the crushing weight of shame without waiting a decade for therapy to kick in. Inside this "In a HURRY" session: The Anatomy of a Shame Spiral: Why our brains turn small mistakes into "soul-crushing" catastrophes. RSD & The "Judgment" Trigger: How Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria makes a simple critique feel like a personal attack. The Reframe: A practical tool to catch your self-talk before it ruins your afternoon. Cleaning Up the "Messes": My personal experience with RSD and the physical/emotional clutter it leaves behind. Managing ADHD is about learning to feel without the immediate self-judgment. It won’t be an overnight success, but these daily shifts will change your baseline. I need your brain hacks! What is one phrase you use to "talk back" to your ADHD shame? Drop a comment below! #ADHD #RSD #ADHDManagement #AdultADHD My Info: Website || Fiverr || ADHD in a HURRY IG || There will be no music included in this episode and perhaps a few going forward. I am trying to find a lot of the files I lost from my computer crashing on me. But, you can still support my buddy Ben whose music has been the "soundscape" of this podcast since its inception. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction -- ADHD and Shame 02:27 Personal Anecdote and Arguments 07:44 Sources of Shame 09:00 Strategies - Catch and Reframe 10:19 Always Fixing Little Messes! 16:13 Feel without Judgment 19:31 Support Networks

    26 min
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Hello there! This is "ADHD in a HURRY!" the podcast dedicated to ADHDers and non-ADHDers. This episode is my introduction to you, the listener, to give you some background information about myself as a person with ADHD and my experiences working in education. Each episode will be short and sweet and will include my personal or professional insights, strategies, and perspectives on topics related to ADHD!

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  • Creator
    Dustin Horvath
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    103
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Dustin Horvath
  • Show Website
    ADHD in a HURRY!