The Busy Brained Saint Podcast

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If you have a busy brain—whether you’ve been diagnosed with ADHD or suspect you might have it—this podcast is for you. Especially if you are a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints navigating ADHD within faith, family, and daily life. This podcast offers real-life perspective, practical tools, and steady support to help you work with your ADHD brain rather than against it. Each week, you’ll hear grounded guidance focused on self-acceptance, growth, and genuine satisfaction—without shame or hustle. Alongside solo episodes, the show features interviews with ADHD experts and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who are living with ADHD, offering both professional insight and lived experience. Your host, Kamden Hainsworth, is a certified ADHD coach and ADHD professional who also brings lived experience as someone with ADHD, a business owner, and a mother raising children with ADHD. She shares what has helped her live joyfully and create real results while honoring both her brain and her values. If you’re looking for clarity, confidence, and a more compassionate way to live with ADHD, you’re in the right place.

  1. 5d ago

    Motherhood, Adoption & ADHD: Rewriting the Stories We Tell Ourselves with Rachel Nielson

    Rachel Nielson, host of the beloved podcast 3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms, joins me for an honest conversation about receiving an ADHD diagnosis at age 41 and how it reframed decades of feeling scattered, overwhelmed, and "not quite enough." Together we explore the realities of ADHD in women, motherhood, entrepreneurship, adoption, self-compassion, and the power of understanding your unique brain. Rachel shares how becoming a mother revealed challenges she couldn't explain, how her son's ADHD diagnosis led her to her own answers, and why learning to work with her brain instead of against it changed everything. This conversation is full of wisdom, vulnerability, and hope for any woman who has ever wondered why life feels harder than it seems to for everyone else. In this episode we discuss: • Late-diagnosed ADHD in women • Motherhood and executive functioning • Adoption, attachment, and nervous system regulation • Self-compassion after diagnosis • Hyperfocus and entrepreneurship • Supporting ADHD children while understanding yourself • Finding the "flecks of gold" in everyday life - Purchase Rachel's Flecks of Gold Journal  FREE ADHD MINI SESSION with Kamden  Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome to Busy Brained Saint 00:28 Free Coaching Mini Sessions 02:00 Meet Rachel from Three and 30 04:14 Rachel’s Late ADHD Diagnosis 07:56 Grace After Diagnosis 10:44 ADHD Humor and Family Traits 16:02 Adoption and ADHD Links 19:30 Newborn Separation and Nervous System 22:55 Holding Adoption’s Complexity 26:37 Beauty in the Mess 27:21 Mentors in Open Adoption 28:48 Honesty Builds Attachment 29:59 Family History Triggers 31:06 Dark Days of Motherhood 32:10 Troll Comment and Healing 34:52 Public Sharing with ADHD 41:44 Building an ADHD-Friendly Team 42:51 Hyperfocus Retreat Strategy 46:42 Flecks of Gold Practice 49:07 Closing and Where to Follow

    50 min

  2. May 21

    Putting Off the Natural Man with an ADHD Brain

    What if the thoughts and feelings taking over your mind aren't actually you? In this episode, Kamden digs into one of the most relatable struggles for people of faith with ADHD — the constant tug-of-war between the survival brain (natural man?) and the spirit — and why that battle feels so much louder when you have ADHD. Drawing from Mosiah 3:19, Galatians, Ephesians, and Romans, Kamden connects the gospel concept of "putting off the natural man" to the very real neuroscience of the limbic brain and prefrontal cortex — and why those two don't communicate as smoothly in an ADHD brain. You'll learn why your brain isn't broken — it's just wired for a world that no longer exists, and why the carnal state and the survival state might essentially be the same thing, how to start calming that part of yourself with compassion instead of judgment, and what it feels like when your spirit and your body finally start working together. This episode is for anyone who has ever felt trapped by their own thoughts, stuck in an old story, or just too overwhelmed to hear what God might be saying. You're not alone — and you have more choice than your brain is letting you believe. Schedule your FREE ADHD mini coaching session HERE.  Episode Timestamps 00:00 Welcome Busy Brained Saint 00:35 Thoughts Aren't Identity 01:10 Mortality And Opposition 04:00 ADHD Brain Basics 07:11 Hunters Gatherers Strengths 09:03 Scriptures Natural Man 13:31 Survival Brain In ADHD 15:29 Coaching Tools Calm Ostrich 16:39 Free Mini Session Invite 20:28 Mindset Of The Flesh 23:27 Rewrite Old Stories 6:17 Become Like A Child 29:32 Soul Alignment And Joy 31:51 Prayer Choice And Closing

    34 min

  3. May 15

    Inside the ADHD-Informed Therapy Room with Mosiah Castrejon

    What does it actually look like when a counselor truly gets your ADHD brain? Today I sit down with Mosiah Castrejon, a Clinical Mental Health Counselor who not only specializes in ADHD-informed therapy — he lives it himself as a late-diagnosed ADHDer. follow on IG Mosiah brings a rare and refreshing perspective to this conversation. As someone who discovered his own ADHD through his clinical work, he opens up about what it means to finally see your entire life story through a new lens — and why that realization changes everything. In this episode we cover: What an ADHD-informed therapy room actually looks and feels like Why traditional therapeutic approaches often fail ADHDers — and what to do instead The "double whammy" of ADHD and conditional self-worth, especially within faith communities How shame silently drives so much of our struggle — and how self-compassion is the antidote Parenting, partnership, and being honest with your family about your brain His powerful three-pillar framework for approaching ADHD healing Whether you're searching for the right therapist, trying to understand your own diagnosis, or simply want to feel less alone in your experience — this conversation will leave you feeling seen, validated, and more equipped to move forward. You were given this brain. Let's figure out what to do with it. Schedule your FREE ADHD mini session with Kamden

    55 min

  4. Apr 30

    Focused Faith E5: Come Home by Elder Clark G. Gilbert

    What if coming home to Christ wasn’t about fixing yourself—but remembering you already belong? In this month’s Focused Faith episode, Kamden Hainsworth is joined by Melanie Stroud (Come Follow Me For Us Podcast) to explore Elder Clark G. Gilbert’s April 2026 General Conference talk, “Come Home.” Together, they walk through four common experiences—feeling like you don’t belong, not measuring up, doubting, or feeling stuck in tradition—and reframe them through both a gospel and ADHD lens. Using simple coaching tools like the STEAR map, Kamden breaks down how our thoughts shape our spiritual experience—and how even a small shift can open the door to connection, peace, and belonging. This episode is a gentle reminder that: You don’t have to be perfect to come home Christ isn’t waiting at the finish line—He’s with you right now And no matter how far you feel, you are already part of the story If your faith has ever felt scattered, heavy, or out of reach… this conversation will meet you there—with honesty, hope, and a fresh perspective. Talk: Come Home by Elder Gilbert 00:00 Welcome Busy Brain 01:12 Episode Setup Come Home 02:26 New Apostle "We Not I" 07:32 Redeemer And Repairer 10:05 Hope For Straying Saints 13:54 Talk Subtitles Overview 15:38 Steer Map Belonging 20:32 Shift The Thought Line 24:06 Free Coaching Mini Session 25:15 Making Space For Others 27:20 Invite the Lonely In 28:24 You Already Belong 29:56 Clear the Thought Line 31:24 Why Church and Covenants 32:52 Joy Through Hard Things 35:32 No Gap Jesus 39:17 Choose Joy With STEAR 42:15 Grace for ADHD Moments 44:47 Scriptures Lead to Love 46:40 Softly and Tenderly 48:31 Final Thanks and Outro --------------------------------------------------------- Schedule your FREE mini coaching session with Kamden https://www.kamdenadhdcoaching.com/bo...

    49 min

  5. Apr 23

    Could It Be Dyslexia Too? Understanding the ADHD Overlap with Guest Elizabeth Hipwell

    Research shows that 25–40% of individuals with ADHD also have dyslexia—yet so many go undiagnosed or misunderstood. In this episode of The Busy Brained Saints, I’m joined by my dear friend, educator, and dyslexia interventionist Elizabeth Hipwell to unpack what dyslexia actually is, how it overlaps with ADHD, and why it so often gets missed—especially in high-functioning kids and adults. With over 25 years of experience supporting learners from preschool through college, Elizabeth brings both professional expertise and deeply personal insight as someone with ADHD and dyslexia, and as a parent of two children with ADHD. Together, we explore: What dyslexia really is (and what it’s not) Why so many adults—especially women—are missed The shared executive function challenges between ADHD and dyslexia How this overlap shows up in school, work, and everyday life Practical tools, accommodations, and next steps for both kids and adults On a personal note, Elizabeth is also the one who helped me recognize my own mild dyslexia—giving me a key piece of my own puzzle. This conversation is both validating and eye-opening, and I’m so excited to share it with you. If you’ve ever felt like ADHD doesn’t fully explain your struggles… this episode might connect some important dots.   Elizabeth Hipwell, M.Ed || Dyslexia Specialist https://www.thedyslexiadigest.com/ Resources from episode: Dr. Jacob Santhouse  Jo Rees Natalie Brooks --------------------------------------------------- Schedule your FREE mini coaching session with Kamden https://www.kamdenadhdcoaching.com/book-online

    54 min

  6. Apr 17

    Hardest Questions I’m Asked as an ADHD Coach (ADHD 101)

    Some of the hardest questions asked as an ADHD coach… aren’t actually the deep, emotional ones. They’re the basic ones. In this episode, I walk through the foundational questions about ADHD—the ones that should be simple, but often feel the hardest to answer in the moment. From “What is ADHD?” to “How is it diagnosed?” to “Is ADHD good or bad?”—we’re covering it all in a clear, honest, and pressure-free way. This is your ADHD 101, but with some depth, and real-life application. We’ll talk about executive functions, medication, hormones, women and ADHD, and why understanding your brain is one of the most powerful things you can do. This will clear up some of the most basic and also important ideas with ADHD, without me having to recall them all by memory in the moment.    00:00 Welcome Busy Brains 00:28 Free Mini Coaching 02:01 Episode Setup 04:08 What Is ADHD 06:03 Executive Functions 08:44 Symptoms And Types 10:01 Women Vs Men 13:36 Medication Basics 14:54 Diagnosis Process 17:36 Hormones And ADHD 19:23 How Common Is ADHD 21:05 Superpower Or Struggle 25:28 Books And Wrap Up 26:44 Final Thanks And Links Book your FREE Mini Session Book and Resources from this Episode

    27 min

  7. Apr 9

    From Masking to Radiating: ADHD and Spiritual Identity with Sierra Larson, M.S.W./M.Div.

    From Masking to Radiating: ADHD and Spiritual Identity with Chaplain Sierra Larson In this deeply honest and faith-centered conversation, Kamden sits down with therapist, Air Force Reserve chaplain, double masters degrees in Social Work and Divinity and Radiant Awakening host Sierra Larson to explore what it really means to understand your worth—not perform for it. Together, they unpack the fear so many ADHD women carry of being “too much”—too loud, too bright, too successful—and how that fear keeps us stuck in cycles of masking, overthinking, and shrinking ourselves for the comfort of others. Sierra shares the concept behind her work*Radiant Awakening*: the idea that true transformation comes in two parts—waking up to your divine identity as a child of God, and then allowing that light to actually radiate in your life. This episode dives into: * Why ADHD brains are wired to scan for approval—and how that disconnects us from our worth * The core beliefs (like “I’m not enough”) that quietly run the show * How to challenge shame using both truth and faith * What “spiritual fitness” really looks like beyond checklists and perfection * The difference between performing righteousness and building a real relationship with Christ * How to stop shrinking your gifts and start trusting the way God created you If you’ve ever felt like you need to tone yourself down to be accepted—or worried that shining brightly might make you seem prideful—this conversation will meet you right where you are and gently invite you into something more honest, more grounded, and more freeing. You were never meant to be less. You were meant to **radiate**. ✨ **00:00** Welcome Busy Brains **00:39** Free Mini Session Offer **01:25** Meet Sierra Larson **02:11** Radiant Awakening Meaning **03:43** Fear of Being Too Much **05:05** Unmasking and Approval Scanning **07:11** Challenging Shame Beliefs **11:18** Spiritual Fitness Defined **14:09** Beyond Ritual to Relationship **16:36** Scriptures as Love Letter **18:46** Radiating Christlike Connection **20:25** Beyond Checkbox Faith **21:27** Cracking Open Hearts **22:21** Loved Unmasked by Christ **24:27** Visionary Gifts in Prayer **25:23** Leading with God-Given Vision **27:53** Zion Needs Different Brains **28:35** Women and Priesthood Power **30:11** Covenants, Authority, and Miracles **33:06** Praying Healing Like Children **35:56** Your Worth Is Infinite **38:03** Closing Thanks and Next Steps   --- Schedule your free ADHD coaching mini session with Kamden here; https://www.kamdenadhdcoaching.com/ Thank you for following the podcast and sharing it with people you love—it truly means so much. If this episode resonated, we’d love for you to leave a five-star review and like the show. You can also connect with us on social media: @kamden_adhd @thebusybrainedsaint on Instagram ✨

    39 min

  8. Apr 2

    Miserably Satisfied vs. Godly Attachment

    Miserably Satisfied vs. Godly Attachment (ADHD & Faith) In this episode, Kamden Hainsworth explores what it means to feel “miserably satisfied”—when we get what we want, but it doesn’t lead to the life we actually desire. Through Attachment Theory (Bowlby & Ainsworth) and the parable of the vineyard in Matthew 21, she unpacks how God honors our agency while continually inviting us into something better. Kamden connects anxious, avoidant, disorganized, and secure attachment to real-life ADHD examples—especially in parenting and relationships—and contrasts control-based reactions with secure attachment, where we communicate clearly, hold boundaries, and stay grounded in who we are. This is a conversation about moving from reactive living to secure, God-centered connection. Timestamps: 00:00 Rom Com Hook 00:41 Podcast Welcome 01:48 Miserably Satisfied 02:22 Vineyard Parable 04:49 Attachment Theory 06:19 Four Attachment Styles 08:15 Secure With God 09:52 Love Respects Agency 12:24 Anxious Control Loop 18:03 Teen Tech Example 23:34 Secure Conversation 28:28 Easter Closing Thanks for Following and Sharing this podcast! Book Your FREE Mini ADHD Coaching Session https://www.kamdenadhdcoaching.com/book-online FREE General Conference Downloadable for the ADHD brain  https://www.kamdenadhdcoaching.com/generalconference

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If you have a busy brain—whether you’ve been diagnosed with ADHD or suspect you might have it—this podcast is for you. Especially if you are a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints navigating ADHD within faith, family, and daily life. This podcast offers real-life perspective, practical tools, and steady support to help you work with your ADHD brain rather than against it. Each week, you’ll hear grounded guidance focused on self-acceptance, growth, and genuine satisfaction—without shame or hustle. Alongside solo episodes, the show features interviews with ADHD experts and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who are living with ADHD, offering both professional insight and lived experience. Your host, Kamden Hainsworth, is a certified ADHD coach and ADHD professional who also brings lived experience as someone with ADHD, a business owner, and a mother raising children with ADHD. She shares what has helped her live joyfully and create real results while honoring both her brain and her values. If you’re looking for clarity, confidence, and a more compassionate way to live with ADHD, you’re in the right place.

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    thebusybrainedsaintpodcast
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    147
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