"You Are A Lot" (an ADHD/AuDHD podcast)

Jen Kirkman

This is the "You Are A Lot" (an ADHD/AuDHD podcast) and I'm your host, Jen Kirkman. Has anyone ever said to you, "Um, you're kind of a lot?" If they have this podcast is your new favorite show. Welcome to You Are a Lot in ADHD, AuDHD podcast. I'm your host Jen Kirkman. On this show, I talk about my personal experience of my later in-life diagnosis as an AuDHD human. That is ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I discuss the latest research and I aim to create an affirming lesson from neurodivergent people, helping us all to feel less confused, more connected, and as a result, fully validated.

  1. 1d ago ·  Bonus

    Exclusive Player Interviews, Insider Access & Unfiltered Keyshawn Johnson: The Schultz Report

    Introducing Adrian Peterson's Top 5 RBs Right Now And All Time + Keyshawn Johnson Reacts To The Biggest NFL News from The Schultz Report. Follow the show: The Schultz Report Adrian Peterson joins Jordan Schultz for a wide-ranging conversation: why he chose Oklahoma over Texas and USC, how his father shaped him, who he considers the best running backs right now and of all time, and the Ray Lewis goal-line hit he never forgot. Plus Jordan and Keyshawn Johnson react to Lane Johnson's retirement and the Cam Jurgens trade, discuss the pressure on Nick Sirianni and the Eagles, break down the NFL's officiating controversies, and ask whether USC should move on from Lincoln Riley if the Trojans miss the playoff. Friday Flowers go to Chiefs rookie cornerback Mansoor Delane. Watch the full episode on our Youtube Channel! Timestamps: 00:00 - Eagles Lose Lane Johnson & Cam Jurgens 05:49 - NFL Referees, Fines & Keyshawn's Uniform Police Story 12:32 - Should USC Move On From Lincoln Riley? 21:23 - Adrian Peterson: Choosing Oklahoma & Growing Up With His Dad 29:41 - Adrian Peterson On Jahmyr Gibbs & Bijan Robinson 33:13 - Vikings What-Ifs, Competitiveness & Randy Moss 45:14 - Adrian Peterson's Top 5 Running Backs & All Time 50:29 -  Ray Lewis, Patrick Willis & Pete Carroll 56:12 - Adversity, ACL Comeback & The Road Rage Interview 1:03:29 - Sunday Night Parlay & Friday Flowers: Mansoor Delane 🔔 Subscribe to The Schultz Report for more inside access, player interviews, and NFL storylines all season long. 👉 Follow us on social to keep up with the show X: https://x.com/theschultzrprt IG: https://www.instagram.com/theschultzreport Tik Tok: tiktok.com/theschultzreport Download the Fanatics Sports & Casino App now, the new all-in-one app for sports fans, bringing together ways to bet, trade, or play in one experience. In association with Rain Delay Media. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

    Exclusive Player Interviews, Insider Access & Unfiltered Keyshawn Johnson: The Schultz Report
  2. 5d ago

    Episode 104: How To Recover After A Failure If You Have ADHD

    In this episode: I talk about how to soothe yourself and talk to yourself after a failure. I share research on why self-compassion is harder for adults with ADHD, Kristin Neff's three components of self-compassion, Sharon Saline's steps for soothing failure and rejection, and how to reframe your ADHD project graveyard. Referenced In This Episode: Link to Episode 63: What Is Empathy Burnout? & 7 Ways To Cope The Mindful Self Compassion Workbook: Kristen Neff Fierce Self Compassion: Kristen Neff Show Notes: Want to get a weekly wrap-up of the "You Are A Lot" ADHD/AUDHD Podcast with special offers and tips? Sign up for the every Saturday newsletter *Join Jen's New Co-Work Community online! I started something called ☕️The Co-Work Community. It's an online co-working (aka body doubling) space & community for neurodivergent humans! There are other online co-working spaces but where else can you do your work, tasks, or chores with other neurodivergent people and ME, every single day for ONLY $15 a month? Answer? Nowhere! You'll help yourself AND you're supporting a neurodivergent solopreneur woman-owned start-up business.**** *Take a somatics class with Jen! Click here. Get on the mailing list about Somatics Classes with Jen here Shop Jen's ADHD/AuDHD Merchandise Store Get the ADHD To Do List Coffee Mug The Be Nice To Me I Have ADHD Primary Colors (totes, tees, magnet, socks, hats, pillows) The Be Nice To Me I'm AuDHD Primary Colors (totes, tees, magnet, socks, hats, pillow) The Be Nice To Me I'm AuADHD Pastel Colors (totes, tees, magnets, socks, hats, pillows) The Be Nice To Me I Have ADHD Pastel Colors (totes, tees, magnet, socks, hats, pillow) The You Are A Lot Podcast logo collection (totes, tees, magnets, hats, socks, stickers) Shop Jen's Favorite ADHD/AuDHD Supports (with Discounts) Jen's Printables I created these printables (or write directly in them online as digital downloads) for people who love having fun little extras to add to their systems. I have journal prompts, easy mode to do lists, places to log books you've read/books to read, places to thought spiral and sort, as well as ADHD Guides filled with facts. Brain.fm — A Focus Tool I Use Every Day I listen while I work and I can feel my brain lock in. It's not AI. It's science-backed sound made by musicians and scientists for ADHD brains. I want you to try it for 30 days free, with my link! WisprFlow: It's a talk to text app that helps me as a person who needs to verbally write sometimes, whether it's a brain dump journal entry or composing an episode of this podcast. It types very fast and always understands my words perfectly. Get 25% off with my unique affiliate link! Hugimals — Weighted Comfort for Kids/Adults. I own Hugimals, give them as gifts, and love that they're made by a neurodivergent founder who understands nervous system needs. These weighted stuffed animals and pillows help with anxiety and overwhelm, and you can get 15% off anytime using my link and code JENKIRKMAN (it never expires). Bookshop (dot org) You get 20% off everything with my unique affiliate link. Browse my curated recommended book lists for ADHD, Autism, mental health, women's health, and more. Every purchase supports your local brick and mortar bookstore. Little Ouchies - Self Regulation Stim Tools! I LOVE my Little Ouchies. I use them daily when I'm working, writing, thinking, and it really helps me to stay in the moment by regulating my nervous system. I tend to ruminate with Imposter Syndrome when I'm in deep work. It's also just fun and feels good, so even watching TV or other mindless activities are made more stimulating by rolling one in my hands. Get 10% off with this link and use ALOT10 at checkout! The Shakti Mat - I have found it to be a feel-good experience to lie down on a mat full of prickly plastic spikes. It's that simple. It feels good. Lying down on Shakti spikes activates hundreds of acupoints to promote circulation, release tension, and naturally restore the energy that flows within you. Use my unique link and/or code JEN10 at checkout for 10% off. The Time Timer - a Cute Visual Time Tool! I use my Time Timer every single day to help me visualize time during work blocks, and to gamify chores. There's no discount, but when you use my link I earn a percentage that goes directly into supporting this podcast. The Big A## Calendar I have the Big A## wall calendar that maps out the entire year and the Big A## personal planner with 365 days in one view, dry erase markers, color coded labels. With my unique link you can get 10% off of your order. Appointed — Planners, Notebooks and Desk Goods. Appointed notebooks are my go-to for my spiral notebooks, day planners, calendars and Le Pen pens for list-making, journaling, and planning. Save 15% off with my link and code JENKIRKMAN.

  3. Sep 16

    Episode 103: Fail Small And Fail Often To Fight ADHD Shame

    In this episode, I tell you why you should be inspired by a can of WD-40, and how ADHD humans should be proud of how easily they take risks, but need to get better at failing. Special offer to join my online co-working community! Get 2 weeks free! Use this link: https://jenkirkmancowork.circle.so/checkout/2weeksfree Mentioned in this episode - the book, "Rejection Proof" by Jia Jiang For ad-free episodes, video versions, transcripts, a second ad-free Patreon only episode every Friday, and live Q&A's with Jen, support by subscribing to Patreon at just $7.99/mo or get 15% off if you pay annually. You'll get to suggest episode ideas as well! **Take a somatics class with Jen! Click here.** Get on the mailing list about Somatics Classes with Jen here. **Join Jen's New Co-Work Community online! I started something called ☕️The Co-Work Community. It's an online co-working (aka body doubling) space & community for neurodivergent humans! There are other online co-working spaces but where else can you do your work, tasks, or chores with other neurodivergent people and ME, every single day for ONLY $15 a month? Answer? Nowhere! You'll help yourself AND you're supporting a neurodivergent solopreneur woman-owned start-up business.**** Want to get a weekly wrap-up of the "You Are A Lot" ADHD/AUDHD Podcast with special offers and tips? Sign up for the every Saturday newsletter Get the ADHD To Do List Coffee Mug From Jen's Shop! Shop The Be Nice To Me I Have ADHD Collection (totes, tees, magnets, and more!) from Jen's Shop Shop The Be Nice To Me I'm AuADHD Collection (totes, tees, magnets, and more!) from Jen's Shop Shop Jen's Favorite ADHD Supports (with Discounts) Jen's Printables I created these printables (or write directly in them online as digital downloads) for people who love having fun little extras to add to their systems. I have journal prompts, easy mode to do lists, places to log books you've read/books to read, places to thought spiral and sort, as well as ADHD Guides filled with facts. Brain.fm — A Focus Tool I Use Every Day I listen while I work and I can feel my brain lock in. It's not AI. It's science-backed sound made by musicians and scientists for ADHD brains. I want you to try it for 30 days free, with my link! Get 25% off WisprFlow. It's a talk to text app that helps me as a person who needs to verbally write sometimes, whether it's a brain dump journal entry or composing an episode of this podcast. It types very fast and always understands my words perfectly. Little Ouchies - Self Regulation Stim Tools! I LOVE my Little Ouchies. I use them daily when I'm working, writing, thinking, and it really helps me to stay in the moment by regulating my nervous system. I tend to ruminate with Imposter Syndrome when I'm in deep work. It's also just fun and feels good, so even watching TV or other mindless activities are made more stimulating by rolling one in my hands. Get 10% off with this link and use ALOT10 at checkout! Hugimals — Weighted Comfort for Kids/Adults. I own Hugimals, give them as gifts, and love that they're made by a neurodivergent founder who understands nervous system needs. These weighted stuffed animals and pillows help with anxiety and overwhelm, and you can get 15% off anytime using my link and code JENKIRKMAN (it never expires). Books I Recommend I love Bookshop.org because every purchase supports your local independent bookstore, not Amazon, while still shipping directly to you. I've curated book lists on ADHD/AuDHD and mental health, and you can get 20% off everything when you shop using my link. The Shakti Mat - I have found it to be a feel-good experience to lie down on a mat full of prickly plastic spikes. It's that simple. It feels good. Lying down on Shakti spikes activates hundreds of acupoints to promote circulation, release tension, and restore energy. The Time Timer - a Cute Visual Time Tool! I use my Time Timer every single day to help me visualize time during work blocks, and to gamify chores. There's no discount, but when you use my link I earn a percentage that goes directly into supporting this podcast. The Big A## Calendar I have the Big A## wall calendar that maps out the entire year and the Big A## personal planner with 365 days in one view, dry erase markers, color coded labels. With my unique link you can get 10% off of your order. Appointed — Planners, Notebooks and Desk Goods. Appointed notebooks are my go-to for my spiral notebooks, day planners, calendars and Le Pen pens for list-making, journaling, and planning. Save 15% off with my link and code JENKIRKMAN.

  4. Sep 11

    Episode 102: My Back-To-School-Season-Need-For-A-System

    In this episode: I talk about how I "failed" to have the last 3 weeks the way I wanted them, locked in, in Virgo mode, setting a repeatable system that I can do so I can finally figure out how to manage all that I do and have a life. I've made some headway though! To listen to the entire episode - join us over on Patreon. For ad-free episodes, video versions, transcripts, and a second ad-free Patreon only episode every Friday - support Jen by subscribing to Patreon at just $7.99/mo or get 15% off if you pay annually. You'll get to suggest episode ideas as well! **Take a somatics class with Jen! Click here.** Get on the mailing list about Somatics Classes with Jen here. **Join Jen's New Co-Work Community online! I started something called ☕️The Co-Work Community. It's an online co-working (aka body doubling) space & community for neurodivergent humans! There are other online co-working spaces but where else can you do your work, tasks, or chores with other neurodivergent people and ME, every single day for ONLY $15 a month? Answer? Nowhere! You'll help yourself AND you're supporting a neurodivergent solopreneur woman-owned start-up business.**** Want to get a weekly wrap-up of the "You Are A Lot" ADHD/AUDHD Podcast with special offers and tips? Sign up for the every Saturday newsletter Get the ADHD To Do List Coffee Mug From Jen's Shop! Shop The Be Nice To Me I Have ADHD Collection (totes, tees, magnets, and more!) from Jen's Shop Shop The Be Nice To Me I'm AuADHD Collection (totes, tees, magnets, and more!) from Jen's Shop Shop Jen's Favorite ADHD Supports (with Discounts) Jen's Printables I created these printables (or write directly in them online as digital downloads) for people who love having fun little extras to add to their systems. I have journal prompts, easy mode to do lists, places to log books you've read/books to read, places to thought spiral and sort, as well as ADHD Guides filled with facts. Brain.fm — A Focus Tool I Use Every Day I listen while I work and I can feel my brain lock in. It's not AI. It's science-backed sound made by musicians and scientists for ADHD brains. I want you to try it for 30 days free, with my link! Get 25% off WisprFlow. It's a talk to text app that helps me as a person who needs to verbally write sometimes, whether it's a brain dump journal entry or composing an episode of this podcast. It types very fast and always understands my words perfectly. Little Ouchies - Self Regulation Stim Tools! I LOVE my Little Ouchies. I use them daily when I'm working, writing, thinking, and it really helps me to stay in the moment by regulating my nervous system. I tend to ruminate with Imposter Syndrome when I'm in deep work. It's also just fun and feels good, so even watching TV or other mindless activities are made more stimulating by rolling one in my hands. Get 10% off with this link and use ALOT10 at checkout! Hugimals — Weighted Comfort for Kids/Adults. I own Hugimals, give them as gifts, and love that they're made by a neurodivergent founder who understands nervous system needs. These weighted stuffed animals and pillows help with anxiety and overwhelm, and you can get 15% off anytime using my link and code JENKIRKMAN (it never expires). Books I Recommend I love Bookshop.org because every purchase supports your local independent bookstore, not Amazon, while still shipping directly to you. I've curated book lists on ADHD/AuDHD and mental health, and you can get 20% off everything when you shop using my link. The Shakti Mat - I have found it to be a feel-good experience to lie down on a mat full of prickly plastic spikes. It's that simple. It feels good. Lying down on Shakti spikes activates hundreds of acupoints to promote circulation, release tension, and restore energy. The Time Timer - a Cute Visual Time Tool! I use my Time Timer every single day to help me visualize time during work blocks, and to gamify chores. There's no discount, but when you use my link I earn a percentage that goes directly into supporting this podcast. The Big A## Calendar I have the Big A## wall calendar that maps out the entire year and the Big A## personal planner with 365 days in one view, dry erase markers, color coded labels. With my unique link you can get 10% off of your order. Appointed — Planners, Notebooks and Desk Goods. Appointed notebooks are my go-to for my spiral notebooks, day planners, calendars and Le Pen pens for list-making, journaling, and planning. Save 15% off with my link and code JENKIRKMAN.

  5. Sep 8

    Episode 101: My First Time Back Onstage As A Diagnosed AuDHD Human

    In this episode: I tell a personal story about getting back on stage two weeks ago for the first time since knowing that I'm an AuDHD human. I talk about the accommodations that I gave to myself in order to make this experience and experiment tolerable and enjoyable and the difference I noticed in having a label and a set of my own guidelines. Little Ouchies - Self Regulation Stim Tools! I LOVE my Little Ouchies. I use them daily when I'm working, writing, thinking, and it really helps me to stay in the moment by regulating my nervous system. I tend to ruminate with Imposter Syndrome when I'm in deep work. It's also just fun and feels good, so even watching TV or other mindless activities are made more stimulating by rolling one in my hands. Get 10% off with this link and use ALOT10 at checkout! **Take a somatics class with Jen! Click here.** Get on the mailing list about Somatics Classes with Jen here. **Join Jen's New Co-Work Community online! I started something called ☕️The Co-Work Community. It's an online co-working (aka body doubling) space & community for neurodivergent humans! There are other online co-working spaces but where else can you do your work, tasks, or chores with other neurodivergent people and ME, every single day for ONLY $15 a month? Answer? Nowhere! You'll help yourself AND you're supporting a neurodivergent solopreneur woman-owned start-up business.**** Want to get a weekly wrap-up of the "You Are A Lot" ADHD/AUDHD Podcast with special offers and tips? Sign up for the every Saturday newsletter Get the ADHD To Do List Coffee Mug From Jen's Shop! Shop The Be Nice To Me I Have ADHD Collection (totes, tees, magnets, and more!) from Jen's Shop Shop The Be Nice To Me I'm AuADHD Collection (totes, tees, magnets, and more!) from Jen's Shop Shop Jen's Favorite ADHD Supports (with Discounts) Jen's Printables I created these printables (or write directly in them online as digital downloads) for people who love having fun little extras to add to their systems. I have journal prompts, easy mode to do lists, places to log books you've read/books to read, places to thought spiral and sort, as well as ADHD Guides filled with facts. Brain.fm — A Focus Tool I Use Every Day I listen while I work and I can feel my brain lock in. It's not AI. It's science-backed sound made by musicians and scientists for ADHD brains. I want you to try it for 30 days free, with my link! Get 25% off WisprFlow. It's a talk to text app that helps me as a person who needs to verbally write sometimes, whether it's a brain dump journal entry or composing an episode of this podcast. It types very fast and always understands my words perfectly. Little Ouchies - Self Regulation Stim Tools! I LOVE my Little Ouchies. I use them daily when I'm working, writing, thinking, and it really helps me to stay in the moment by regulating my nervous system. I tend to ruminate with Imposter Syndrome when I'm in deep work. It's also just fun and feels good, so even watching TV or other mindless activities are made more stimulating by rolling one in my hands. Get 10% off with this link and use ALOT10 at checkout! Hugimals — Weighted Comfort for Kids/Adults. I own Hugimals, give them as gifts, and love that they're made by a neurodivergent founder who understands nervous system needs. These weighted stuffed animals and pillows help with anxiety and overwhelm, and you can get 15% off anytime using my link and code JENKIRKMAN (it never expires). Books I Recommend I love Bookshop.org because every purchase supports your local independent bookstore, not Amazon, while still shipping directly to you. I've curated book lists on ADHD/AuDHD and mental health, and you can get 20% off everything when you shop using my link. The Shakti Mat - I have found it to be a feel-good experience to lie down on a mat full of prickly plastic spikes. It's that simple. It feels good. Lying down on Shakti spikes activates hundreds of acupoints to promote circulation, release tension, and restore energy. The Time Timer - a Cute Visual Time Tool! I use my Time Timer every single day to help me visualize time during work blocks, and to gamify chores. There's no discount, but when you use my link I earn a percentage that goes directly into supporting this podcast. The Big A## Calendar I have the Big A## wall calendar that maps out the entire year and the Big A## personal planner with 365 days in one view, dry erase markers, color coded labels. With my unique link you can get 10% off of your order. Appointed — Planners, Notebooks and Desk Goods. Appointed notebooks are my go-to for my spiral notebooks, day planners, calendars and Le Pen pens for list-making, journaling, and planning. Save 15% off with my link and code JENKIRKMAN.

  6. Sep 6

    Episode 100: Plan Backwards To Get Out The Door & Where You're Going On Time

    In this episode: I talk about how to get out the door on time and to your destination on time or early, by planning out leaving your house, backwards. And I tell you why this is proven to be more effective for people with ADHD. Take a somatics class with Jen! Click here. Get on the mailing list about Somatics Classes with Jen here.  Join Jen's New Co-Work Community online! I started something called ☕️The Co-Work Community. It's an online co-working (aka body doubling) space & community for neurodivergent humans! There are other online co-working spaces but where else can you do your work, tasks, or chores with other neurodivergent people and ME, every single day for ONLY $15 a month? Answer? Nowhere! You'll help yourself AND you're supporting a neurodivergent solopreneur woman-owned start-up business.** Want to get a weekly wrap-up of the "You Are A Lot" ADHD/AUDHD Podcast with special offers and tips? Sign up for the every Saturday newsletter Get the ADHD To Do List Coffee Mug From Jen's Shop!  Shop The Be Nice To Me I Have ADHD Collection (totes, tees, magnets, and more!) from Jen's Shop Shop The Be Nice To Me I'm AuADHD Collection (totes, tees, magnets, and more!) from Jen's Shop Shop Jen's Favorite ADHD Supports (with Discounts) Jen's Printables I created these printables (or write directly in them online as digital downloads) for people who love having fun little extras to add to their systems. I have journal prompts, easy mode to do lists, places to log books you've read/books to read, places to thought spiral and sort, as well as ADHD Guides filled with facts. Brain.fm — A Focus Tool I Use Every Day I listen while I work and I can feel my brain lock in. It's not AI. It's science-backed sound made by musicians and scientists for ADHD brains. I want you to try it for 30 days free, with my link! Get 25% off WisprFlow. It's a talk to text app that helps me as a person who needs to verbally write sometimes, whether it's a brain dump journal entry or composing an episode of this podcast. It types very fast and always understands my words perfectly. Little Ouchies - Self Regulation Stim Tools! I LOVE my Little Ouchies. I use them daily when I'm working, writing, thinking, and it really helps me to stay in the moment by regulating my nervous system. I tend to ruminate with Imposter Syndrome when I'm in deep work. It's also just fun and feels good, so even watching TV or other mindless activities are made more stimulating by rolling one in my hands. Get 10% off with this link and use ALOT10 at checkout! Hugimals — Weighted Comfort for Kids/Adults. I own Hugimals, give them as gifts, and love that they're made by a neurodivergent founder who understands nervous system needs. These weighted stuffed animals and pillows help with anxiety and overwhelm, and you can get 15% off anytime using my link and code JENKIRKMAN (it never expires). Books I Recommend I love Bookshop.org because every purchase supports your local independent bookstore, not Amazon, while still shipping directly to you. I've curated book lists on ADHD/AuDHD and mental health, and you can get 20% off everything when you shop using my link. The Time Timer - a Cute Visual Time Tool! I use my Time Timer every single day to help me visualize time during work blocks, and to gamify chores. There's no discount, but when you use my link I earn a percentage that goes directly into supporting this podcast. The Big A## Calendar I have the Big A## wall calendar that maps out the entire year and the Big A## personal planner with 365 days in one view, dry erase markers, color coded labels. With my unique link you can get 10% off of your order. Appointed — Planners, Notebooks and Desk Goods. Appointed notebooks are my go-to for my spiral notebooks, day planners, calendars and Le Pen pens for list-making, journaling, and planning. Save 15% off with my link and code JENKIRKMAN.

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This is the "You Are A Lot" (an ADHD/AuDHD podcast) and I'm your host, Jen Kirkman. Has anyone ever said to you, "Um, you're kind of a lot?" If they have this podcast is your new favorite show. Welcome to You Are a Lot in ADHD, AuDHD podcast. I'm your host Jen Kirkman. On this show, I talk about my personal experience of my later in-life diagnosis as an AuDHD human. That is ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I discuss the latest research and I aim to create an affirming lesson from neurodivergent people, helping us all to feel less confused, more connected, and as a result, fully validated.

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