Episodios

  • E265: How Do You Keep Up with Everything as a Mom with ADHD?

    E265: How Do You Keep Up with Everything as a Mom with ADHD?
    May 22 2025
    How do moms do ALL.THE.THINGS in a methodical, consistent manner? My client asked me this earlier this month. She wanted to see how someone else “does it all” in order to get a better grasp on what it looks like. Plus she asked for an example of a weekly schedule where somebody meal plans, cooks, takes care of their kids, and works part time. “Doing it all” is an overwhelming challenge that so many moms face. In this episode, I’m sharing a clip from our call where I explain how I do it all. Spoiler alert: I don’t do it all at the same time. This episode is a deep dive into real, actionable strategies to build a flexible weekly schedule that fits your unique brain—and your real life, messiness, and all. Reminder: you are not a robot. You’re also not parenting a bunch of predictable and programmable robots. Plus, ADHD is anything but predictable! Unless you’re predicting chaos… Soooo, how do you deal with unpredictability in a job that requires a lot of consistency, such as parenting? You work WITH your brain. Instead of chasing an unrealistic ideal, I’m walking you through a realistic plan that is easily adjusted as your life (and your kids!) change. Lowering the chaos starts with identifying what is most important to you, taking care of yourself, and implementing your foundational schedule in baby steps. Peek behind the curtain as I share my own approach to balancing meal planning, part-time work, household chores, and kid schedules, emphasizing the power of routines, batching, and giving yourself grace when things don’t go as planned. Tune in for: The honest truth on why consistency in motherhood is a myth (and why systems and batching are your new best friends) A step-by-step walkthrough of creating a foundational schedule that works for real humans (messy mornings and all!) Why “bare minimum” isn’t lazy—it’s brilliant Meal planning hacks that even “please-don’t-make-me-cook” mamas can love Permission to do less, love yourself more, and actually enjoy motherhood—even when the doo-doo hits the wall (literally and figuratively) This episode is packed with practical tips for lowering decision fatigue, embracing imperfection, and giving yourself credit for how far you’ve come. Whether you’re struggling with meal planning, juggling conflicting priorities, managing transitions, or just feeling stuck in the chaos, I’ve got your back with honest advice and a reminder: you already are a great mom. Pop in your earbuds, take a deep breath, and let’s figure out together how to keep up with all the things—on your own terms. Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-265-how-do-you-keep-up-with-everything-as-a-mom Looking for the kind of support you heard today? Join me for Group Coaching for live, personalized support, or DIY your schedule with my self-paced course Time Management Mastery for ADHD Moms. See Patricia’s Foundational Schedule Spring 2025 Purchase my Foundational Schedule PDF for $5 (this comes with Time Management Mastery for ADHD Moms, so download it inside that course for free) Ready to get away? Our annual ADHD Moms Weekend Retreat is coming up October 10-12, 2025 just outside of Houston, Texas! You're officially invited :) “Gift yourself the opportunity to meet like-minded people (literally), make instant friendships, and the space to finally be yourself.” –ADHD Mama T.H. I’ll take care of all the details - you simply show up and enjoy. Put it on your calendar now. Because you deserve to take care of yourself too. Early bird tickets & bonuses close June 1st. Get your all-inclusive ticket here: https://www.patriciasung.com/retreat
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  • E264: 5 ADHD Hacks that Make Mom Life Easier

    E264: 5 ADHD Hacks that Make Mom Life Easier
    May 15 2025

    Today’s episode is inspired by a friend’s surprise at how many ADHD-friendly hacks I use on a daily basis throughout my home.

    You have enough to do as a mom. You don’t need to reinvent the wheel on problems you’ve already solved in the past. Let’s reuse what you’ve already done! Here are some of my favorite lather, rinse, repeat systems that make life as an ADHD mom a little bit easier.

    Whether it’s simplifying packing with reusable lists, managing medication with monthly pillboxes, leaning on smart speaker routines to keep the household on track, establishing smoother transitions with my husband, or building efficient errand routines, I’m giving you a peek into the small-but-mighty systems that keep my family – and sanity – afloat. Plus, I want you to feel encouraged to embrace who you are, let go of perfection, and find joy in doing life the ADHD way.

    Grab your coffee or tea, take a deep breath, and let’s chat! Which of these five tried-and-true ADHD tools would help you to lessen decision fatigue and curb overwhelm this week?

    Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-264-five-adhd-hacks-make-mom-life-easier

    Links mentioned in this episode:

    Download my free Packing Lists and Travel Planning List here

    Download the 10 Ways to Stay Calm Video and Checklist for free

    Get my Simple Morning Routines for ADHD Moms course here

    Ready to get away? Our annual ADHD Moms Weekend Retreat is coming up October 10-12, 2025 just outside of Houston, Texas! Grab your all-inclusive Early Bird ticket now!

    “This weekend was nothing short of a dream weekend come true! It was life changing to learn, to witness and experience the bonding amongst a group of women. I felt truly celebrated every moment. To bond with so many women neurodivergent mothers was truly a gift in itself.

    Only a mother could have thought of that many ways to check off the boxes.

    "✅treat,✅pause,✅relax"

    🧘‍♂️🧘‍♂️🧘‍♂️” –ADHD Mama K.P.

    I’ll take care of all the details - you simply show up and enjoy.

    Because you deserve to be taken care of, too.

    Early bird tickets & bonuses are available until June 1st. Sign up here: https://www.patriciasung.com/retreat
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    23 m
  • E263: Am I Too Much? Accepting & Loving Who You Are, Plus Your Retreat Invitation

    E263: Am I Too Much? Accepting & Loving Who You Are, Plus Your Retreat Invitation
    May 8 2025
    Ever feel like you’re “just too much”—too scattered, too loud, too mistake-prone, too ditzy, just…too all over the place? Maybe you dropped your phone in the ocean and screamed “noooo” until you cried? (Raising my hand slowly…) If so, you’re in the right place. This last couple of weeks has been tough – a sinus infection, perimenopause brain fog, sunburned kids, lost phones, scraped bumpers, too-much-talking children, and waves of “am I too much for everyone?” If you’re a mama with ADHD barely keeping your head above the laundry—err, water—this one’s for you. Here’s what we’re discussing today: Why “careless mistake” is a phrase I wish would disappear (like my phone in the waves) The inside scoop on what “I’m too much” really means—and how it’s all relative (spoiler: it’s not you, it’s the situation and who you’re with) My tried-and-true tricks for loving yourself through chaos, mistakes, and feeling like a walking, talking, sticky note of forgetfulness How to communicate with your family when your ADHD turns up to level eleven—and what a little vulnerability can do for your relationships What it looks like when you stop trying to shove yourself into everyone else’s “normal” and start being unapologetically YOU (even if “you” occasionally forgets the sunscreen) A sneak peek at the amazing ADHD Mama Retreat—your chance for a whole weekend of self-care, nature, and connecting with mamas who actually get it (and won't judge you for that time you forgot your own age) This isn’t the land of Pinterest-perfect life. It’s the real, messy, laugh-so-you-don’t-cry journey of being a mom with ADHD who is embracing their quirks—and finally letting go of the “I should just try harder” myth. I’m hoping you feel seen, heard, and maybe even ready to forgive yourself for that thing you messed up last week (you know the one). Ready to hug your “too much” self and join a community of mamas who do the same? Hit play. And join us in October for the 4th annual ADHD Moms Retreat. Stick around until the end of the episode, when I’ll tell you all about this amaaaaaaaaaazing weekend that you just have to come to! Early bird tickets are available until June 1st! Why get your ticket this month? 1) Secure the shrinking payment plan - no added interest. 2) Choose the kind of tiny home you want while both are still available. 3) Grab an additional group coaching session during the retreat weekend. 4) Look forward to this trip All Summer Long! I’m toying with some other things, too, but I’ll leave a few surprises as well. Just in case you need more time, no worries. Early bird tickets are available until June 1st, and then Regular Tickets are available until the event sells out. Get your ticket, write me on your calendar, then come hang out with me and this sweet group of mamas in October. Reserve your spot on this relaxing weekend at https://www.patriciasung.com/retreat. Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-263-am-i-too-much-adhd-mom-retreat. Wish you felt better about all the stuff you’ve messed up recently? Need a weekend away to get your head on straight? You are officially invited to the 4th annual ADHD Moms Weekend Retreat, October 10-12, 2025, just outside of Houston, Texas! “Honestly, this was one the best weekends I've had since becoming a mom. I've never felt so seen and understood. I would hop on a plane and go again. No hesitation! I'll follow y’all anywhere, moms.” –ADHD Mama J.Q. I’ll take care of all the details - you simply show up and enjoy. I take care of you while you learn how to take even better care of yourself, in a way that’s sustainable for real momlife. Because you can take care of your family when you’re in a healthy place. Early bird tickets & bonuses are available until June 1st. Get your all-inclusive ticket here: https://www.patriciasung.com/retreat
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  • E262: How to Ask for Help When You Have ADHD

    E262: How to Ask for Help When You Have ADHD
    Apr 24 2025

    How can you ask for help?

    When you have ADHD, you may not ask for help. Maybe you feel like you have to figure it out on your own. You may not want others to know you’re struggling or working this hard to keep up. Or maybe you don’t want to look weak or incompetent.

    But humans aren’t meant to function entirely solo.

    Mamas Nicole & Rebecca both submitted the question of how to ask for help.

    Here’s a clip from Successful Mama Meetups during our month themed "Help Me Help You (How to ask for help from your non-neurodivergent family, friends, and coworkers)” because the mamas requested this topic. You’re not alone in this.

    I’m sharing supportive strategies on how to share about your ADHD at a level that makes you feel comfortable. Then how to ask for help, even when you aren’t exactly sure what you need or how to explain it.

    Want to suggest a topic for a future podcast episode? Share your questions here: patriciasung.com/ask-a-question

    Let’s dive in!

    Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-262-how-to-ask-for-help-when-you-have-adhd

    Links mentioned in this episode:

    Episode 217: Friendships & ADHD: Ghosting, Awkwardness and More with Social Skills Expert Caroline Maguire

    Want practical help getting tasks off your plate? ​​Grab my How to Outsource for ADHD Moms course. In under 30 minutes, you’ll be able to decide which tasks to get rid of and how to find the right person to help you do it to lighten your load today. ​This course helps you simplify your home life, as well as work or owning a business.

    Rooted Group Coaching for ADHD Moms is enrolling for next month. Join a group of moms who get it and cheer you on alongside expert coaching from me. Sign up here: patriciasung.com/group

    Free Resource: How to Manage Your ADHD Beyond Medication
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  • E261: What If Everyone Hates Me? Book Update #3

    E261: What If Everyone Hates Me? Book Update #3
    Apr 10 2025

    What if everyone hates me? What if no one reads my book?

    No one told me that writing a book came with an existential crisis.

    Wrestling with how to write the book that moms need, while also showing up fully as myself, and writing words I can stand by for decades to come… this has been a lot more weighty than I expected.

    I thought I was going to be updating you on logistics, timelines, and contracts. What I’m mostly sharing is how I’m navigating a tough inner critic, anxiety, and people pleasing.

    Let’s jump in.

    Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-261-what-if-everyone-hates-me-book

    Links mentioned in this episode:

    Ready to get away?

    Our annual ADHD Moms Weekend Retreat is coming up October 10-12, 2025 in Houston, Texas! You're officially invited :)

    “Honestly, this was one the best weekends I've had since becoming a mom. I've never felt so seen and understood. I would hop on a plane and go again. No hesitation! I'll follow y’all anywhere, moms.” –ADHD Mama J.Q. (4th time attending)

    I’ll take care of all the details - you simply show up and enjoy. I take care of you while you learn how to take even better care of yourself, in a way that’s sustainable for real momlife.

    Because you can take care of your family when you’re in a healthy place.

    Learn more here: patriciasung.com/retreat

    Or go directly to the waitlist and add your name here: patriciasung.com/retreat-waitlist

    Episode 10: How to be Less Late: An ADHD Guide for improving timeliness when you are time blind

    Episode 238: Setting Boundaries and Navigating Criticism: Managing RSD, Hypersensitivity, and Overstimulation with ADHD

    Tell me what you want to read about, join the beta reading team, or just be nosy about the first book on being a mom with ADHD: patriciasung.com/book
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  • E260: Are You Lazy and Procrastinating or Prioritizing for Later?

    E260: Are You Lazy and Procrastinating or Prioritizing for Later?
    Mar 20 2025

    HOT TAKE: I don’t believe people with ADHD are lazy. There is a reason that they don’t want to or can’t do the thing, and when you untangle that obstacle, voila! It’s easier to get things done.

    How do you know the difference between procrastinating and prioritizing for later?

    There are some things in life we can’t avoid, so how do you deal with them?

    How do you know when it truly is not the time for certain tasks and feel okay setting them aside without worrying if you’ll never remember them again?

    Here’s a clip from Successful Mama Meetups during our month themed "Procrastination or Burnout? (How to tell the difference between when you need rest & when you’re avoiding something)” because the mamas requested this topic. You’re not alone in this.

    I’m sharing supportive strategies for dealing with too many tasks – many of them unappealing – and not enough time to do them all. Understanding ADHD's impact on prioritizing makes a huge difference in how you deal with the never-ending to do list of adulting and parenting.

    Let’s dive in!

    Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-260-adhd-lazy-procrastinating-or-prioritizing

    Links mentioned in this episode:

    Rooted Group Coaching for ADHD Moms is enrolling for next month. Learn how to get stuff done without the torture with ADHD friendly skills you can teach your kids, too. Join here: patriciasung.com/group

    Free ADHD Resource: The ADHD Secret to Overcoming Time Blindness
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  • E259: Juggling Big Goals and Parenting with ADHD: Book Update #2

    E259: Juggling Big Goals and Parenting with ADHD: Book Update #2
    Mar 6 2025

    Ditch the quest for Pinterest perfection and actually get stuff done.

    In this episode, I’m getting real about how my book proposal is going amidst juggling the whirlwind of parenting and work projects. The highs and lows of writing are kicking in already. Do I need to write multiple books because there's just too much to say? Slow your roll, Patricia! One step at a time! I still have to balance work and family life, which is no easy feat, especially while ADHD and parenting are being greatly affected in America’s current situation.

    I don’t have a lot of answers today, but I have honest stories to share about what makes this goal difficult, yet worthwhile. Come along while I attempt to figure out how to make big dreams and goals a reality while keeping my sanity. I hope it gives you a boost of motivation to tackle a few items on your own chaotic to-do list while prioritizing your mental health.

    We can do this!

    Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-259-juggling-big-goals-parenting-with-adhd-book-update2

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    Ready to get away?

    Our annual ADHD Moms Weekend Retreat is coming up October 10-12, 2025 in Houston, Texas! You're officially invited :)

    “Gift yourself the opportunity to meet like-minded people (literally), make instant friendships, and the space to finally be yourself.” –ADHD Mama T.H.

    I’ll take care of all the details - you simply show up and enjoy. Put it on your calendar now.

    Because you deserve to take care of yourself too.

    Learn more here: patriciasung.com/retreat

    Or go directly to the waitlist and add your name here: patriciasung.com/retreat-waitlist
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    22 m
  • E258: Reset After a Meltdown or Total Shutdown

    E258: Reset After a Meltdown or Total Shutdown
    Feb 20 2025

    When you’re hiding in the bathroom in a puddle of tears on the floor, what do you do next?

    When you’ve yelled at your family and said things you regret during a grownup temper tantrum and wish you could hide under a rock forever, what do you do next?

    When the shame and guilt and overwhelm feel like too much to bear, what do you do now?

    It’s so common for those of us with ADHD to get overwhelmed and shutdown or say things we regret.

    Here’s a clip from Successful Mama Meetups during our month themed "Your Reset Button (How to reset after a total shutdown or meltdown)” because the mamas requested this topic. You’re not alone in this.

    I’m sharing supportive strategies for dealing with stress and moving forward when it feels hopeless or impossible. Understanding ADHD's impact on your emotional regulation makes a huge difference in how you deal with stress.

    Big hugs. Let’s talk about it.

    Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-258-reset-after-adhd-meltdown-shutdown

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    When you feel anger rising, how can you find calm and stay present in the moment?

    Hit play on Slow Down, Be Present: a calming audio private podcast for both sleep and anxiety. It’s only $9. Snag yours here: patriciasung.com/slowdown

    Rooted Group Coaching for ADHD Moms is enrolling for next month. Learn how to deal with your emotions with ADHD friendly skills you can teach your kids, too. Join here: patriciasung.com/group

    Free Video and Checklist → Stop Medusa Mom: 10 Ways to Calm Down
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