https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/accidentally-awesome-with-adhd--5540728enMental HealthCopyright Lorna Gordonhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/920687c4ddf79a63cb4cfd82a76f5d22.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/accidentally-awesome-with-adhd--5540728Fri, 10 May 2024 03:23:40 +0000Lorna GordonLorna Gordonaccidentallyawesomeadhd@gmail.comADHD gets a bad rap at times, but I'm here to encourage you to embrace your weirdness, accept your quirks and be your accidentally awesome self!cleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-mess-to-success-managing-clutter-with-an-adhd-brain--56418852I explain why neurospicy brain struggle with clutter and give you tried and tested ideas on how to deal with them.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56418852Thu, 10 Aug 2023 02:17:48 +0000Lorna GordonIf clutter is driving you nuts, then todays episode will let you see light at the end of the endless piles of paper, clothing, books and other bit of daily life which might be clogging up your home. I explain why neurospicy brain struggle with clutter...I explain why neurospicy brain struggle with clutter and give you tried and tested ideas on how to deal with them.]]>799adhd,adhdadult,adhdcleaning,adhdclutter,adhdhacks,adhdlife,adhdmom,adhdmum,adhdparent,adhdpodcast,adhdstruggles,adhdwomen,neurodiversewomencleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-prepare-for-an-adhd-assement-or-diagnosis--50992517In this video I talk you through a few things you can do to help feel more comfortable and prepared for your assessment, I hope it's helpful to you!

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paypal.me/Accidentallyawesome]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50992517Mon, 22 Aug 2022 07:22:31 +0000Lorna GordonIf you have self diagnosed or someone has picked up on the idea that you might have ADHD, then the next step is to get a formal ADHD diagnosis, but preparing for an ADHD assessment can be daunting. In this video I talk you through a few things you...In this video I talk you through a few things you can do to help feel more comfortable and prepared for your assessment, I hope it's helpful to you!

If you enjoy the content in this channel, you can support it by leaving money in my tip jar!
paypal.me/Accidentallyawesome]]>906cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/help-i-can-t-get-assessed-for-adhd--50904358Whatever the reason behind you not being able to access medical help, there are still things you can do to help yourself deal with the situation.
If you want to do a self diagnosis for ADHD, I used this one:
https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-symptoms-test-adults/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50904358Sat, 13 Aug 2022 08:09:11 +0000Lorna GordonMany people struggle to see a Psychiatrist to get an ADHD assessment, maybe it's too expensive, perhaps there are long waiting lists, or maybe there is no one in your area who can help. Whatever the reason behind you not being able to access medical...Whatever the reason behind you not being able to access medical help, there are still things you can do to help yourself deal with the situation.
If you want to do a self diagnosis for ADHD, I used this one:
https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-symptoms-test-adults/]]>553adhd,adhdadult,adhdassessment,adhdwomencleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-favourite-adhd-podcasts--50233666
Women and ADHD
https://www.womenandadhd.com/episodes
ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast
https://www.coachingbykate.me.uk/adhd...
The Neurodivergent Nurse
https://www.theneurodivergentnurse.com/
ADHD for Smart Ass Women
https://www.tracyotsuka.com/podcasts/
I have ADHD
https://ihaveadhd.com/podcast/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50233666Fri, 17 Jun 2022 03:56:24 +0000Lorna GordonI love a good poddy and since my diagnosis I've found some amazing podcasts on the subject of ADHD. If you fancy a listen to them, here are the links: Women and ADHD https://www.womenandadhd.com/episodes ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast...
Women and ADHD
https://www.womenandadhd.com/episodes
ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast
https://www.coachingbykate.me.uk/adhd...
The Neurodivergent Nurse
https://www.theneurodivergentnurse.com/
ADHD for Smart Ass Women
https://www.tracyotsuka.com/podcasts/
I have ADHD
https://ihaveadhd.com/podcast/]]>533adhd,adhdadult,adhdwomencleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-awesome-sarah-cottman-talking-adhd-and-organising--50118714We talk diagnosis, overcoming organisational challenges and why ADHD is awesome when you play to your strengths.

You can find Sarah on Instagram here:
https://www.instagram.com/sarahcottman_official/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50118714Wed, 08 Jun 2022 08:17:50 +0000Lorna GordonProfessional Organiser, Sarah Cottman, joins me this week to discuss being diagnosed with ADHD and how she became a professional organiser. Sarah's business has been running since 2006, she trains other professional organisers and, most recently, she...We talk diagnosis, overcoming organisational challenges and why ADHD is awesome when you play to your strengths.

You can find Sarah on Instagram here:
https://www.instagram.com/sarahcottman_official/]]>3499adhd,adhdwomen,adultadhd,womencleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-awesome-angela-counsel-talking-menopause-and-adhd--50034106
Angela's podcast, Menopause Conversations, is available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. And you can also find Angela here:

https://angelacounsel.com/
https://angelacounsel.com/free-resources/
https://www.facebook.com/angelacounsel

You can find me at these places:
https://www.facebook.com/AccidentallyAwesomeADHD
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU8EEGLd215omivPtcM9OcA]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50034106Thu, 02 Jun 2022 04:14:12 +0000Lorna GordonLadies, this episode is a must. Angela is a Menopause Coach and helps women to navigate this change in our hormones with positivity and grace. In our chat she explains how our hormones change and why we should approach it without fear. Angela's...
Angela's podcast, Menopause Conversations, is available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. And you can also find Angela here:

https://angelacounsel.com/
https://angelacounsel.com/free-resources/
https://www.facebook.com/angelacounsel

You can find me at these places:
https://www.facebook.com/AccidentallyAwesomeADHD
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU8EEGLd215omivPtcM9OcA]]>2090adhd,adhdwomen,adultadhd,menopausecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/masking-with-adhd--49917238https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49917238Tue, 24 May 2022 05:40:42 +0000Lorna GordonMasking is a huge issue in ADHD but what is it and how does it impact on us? Well, I'm glad you asked as I was finding it confusing too, so I did some research and now understand it a little better and I explain masking behaviors and why they aren't...865adhd,adhdissues,adhdproblems,adultadhd,maskingadhd,womenwithadhdcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-awesome-jenny-de-lacy--49838835
You can find Jenny here:
https://www.talkingdigital.com.au/
https://www.youtube.com/c/JennyDeLacy...

The podcast episodes we mention are here:
Women and how estrogen affects our Symptoms https://ihaveadhd.com/podcast-episode...
Women and ADHD: Sari Solden interview
https://www.womenandadhd.com/episodes...]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49838835Wed, 18 May 2022 03:17:19 +0000Lorna GordonI am so excited to have Jenny De Lacy from Talking Digital as a guest. We talk about what it's like to get an ADHD diagnosis later in life, what her hacks are and why one of my questions made Jenny really question what she thought about having ADHD....
You can find Jenny here:
https://www.talkingdigital.com.au/
https://www.youtube.com/c/JennyDeLacy...

The podcast episodes we mention are here:
Women and how estrogen affects our Symptoms https://ihaveadhd.com/podcast-episode...
Women and ADHD: Sari Solden interview
https://www.womenandadhd.com/episodes...]]>3092adhd,adhdinterview,adhdwomen,adultadhdcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adhd-and-overwhelm--49809577When I came up from the rabbit hole of reading into it I found out that as people with ADHD we are easily overwhelmed, but how do we identify it and even more important, how do we deal with it?
Here are my ideas of what we can do to help ourselves, I'm not a doctor, so if things are getting too much for you, please speak to your GP or therapist to get some extra help.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49809577Mon, 16 May 2022 04:09:15 +0000Lorna GordonAfter a bit of an early morning freak out I asked my ADHD community what was going on in my head and they all came back with similar answers, over stimulation and overwhelm. Who knew? Obviously not me. When I came up from the rabbit hole of reading...When I came up from the rabbit hole of reading into it I found out that as people with ADHD we are easily overwhelmed, but how do we identify it and even more important, how do we deal with it?
Here are my ideas of what we can do to help ourselves, I'm not a doctor, so if things are getting too much for you, please speak to your GP or therapist to get some extra help.]]>647adhd,adhdoverwhelm,adhdstress,adultadhd,womenadhdcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/talking-adhd-with-the-awesome-laura-hopes--49752340We chat about our issues, why we both think ADHD is a super power and how she manages her hyperactivity.
Say hi to me here:
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Find me on instagram @accidentallyawesomeadhd
And an Etsy shop with printable planners and art, which you can find here:
https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/AwesomeADHD]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49752340Wed, 11 May 2022 02:04:12 +0000Lorna GordonI'm joined by the awesome Laura Hopes today. Laura has her own business training recruiters and offering yoga to corporate clients, you can't get much more ADHD than that! We chat about our issues, why we both think ADHD is a super power and how she...We chat about our issues, why we both think ADHD is a super power and how she manages her hyperactivity.
Say hi to me here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Accidentally...
Find me on instagram @accidentallyawesomeadhd
And an Etsy shop with printable planners and art, which you can find here:
https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/AwesomeADHD]]>2285adhd,adhdexercise,adhdhacks,adhdsuperpower,adhdwomen,adult,hacks,womencleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/skills-vs-pills-do-i-have-adhd--49708633https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49708633Sun, 08 May 2022 07:54:11 +0000Lorna GordonShould you use skills or pills to help you manage your ADHD? Skills can be great, but we can't always remember to use them, or be aware of what can help us. Pills work very quickly, but aren't suited to everyone and you have to have a diagnosis to...439adhdlifeskills,adhdmedication,adultadhd,womenadhdcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-awesome-gabrielle-walsh--49686327
You can find Gabi on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/53061...
And her instagram handle is @la.femme.focus

Say hi to me here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Accidentally...
Find me on instagram @accidentallyawesomeadhd
And an Etsy shop with printable planners and art, which you can find here:
https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/AwesomeADHD]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49686327Fri, 06 May 2022 07:14:00 +0000Lorna GordonWoooo, this weeks interview is a doozy! Gabi is an amazing advocate for Mums with ADHD and we get into the lack of support for mothers, the need to speak up for yourself to get a diagnosis that fits you and, of course, ADHD life hacks that can help...
You can find Gabi on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/53061...
And her instagram handle is @la.femme.focus

Say hi to me here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Accidentally...
Find me on instagram @accidentallyawesomeadhd
And an Etsy shop with printable planners and art, which you can find here:
https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/AwesomeADHD]]>1910adhdmom,adhdmother,adhdmum,adhdpodcast,adhdwomen,adultadhdcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-is-adhd-the-common-traits-and-behaviours-that-people-experience--49633509If you want to know what the different traits are, listen to this episode as I detail them in more depth.
Useful Links
Symptoms of ADHD in Adults: https://www.additudemag.com/what-are-...
Dr Barkley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JAUYZ...

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Say hi to me here:
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And an Etsy shop with printable planners and art, which you can find here:
https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/AwesomeADHD]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49633509Tue, 03 May 2022 03:38:08 +0000Lorna GordonADHD is usually given three different classes, ADD or inattentive, ADHD which is hyperactive/impulsive or combined, which has both inattentive and hyperactive impulsive traits. If you want to know what the different traits are, listen to this episode...If you want to know what the different traits are, listen to this episode as I detail them in more depth.
Useful Links
Symptoms of ADHD in Adults: https://www.additudemag.com/what-are-...
Dr Barkley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JAUYZ...

Please consider hitting the follow button, it's free and really helps my channel be seen by other people!

Say hi to me here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Accidentally...
Find me on instagram @accidentallyawesomeadhd
And an Etsy shop with printable planners and art, which you can find here:
https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/AwesomeADHD]]>981accidentallyawesomewithadhd,adhdbehaviour,adhdpodcast,adhdsymptoms,adhdtraits,adhdwomen,adultadhdcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-awesome-tina-mathams--49602948We had a little bit of internet issues, so sorry for the sound and video going a bit weird at times!

You can find Tina here:
https://www.instagram.com/diverseacco...
https://www.instagram.com/theadhdacco...

The Spotify Playlist is here:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7DJ...]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49602948Sat, 30 Apr 2022 05:27:59 +0000Lorna GordonI am so excited to have my first guest, Tina Mathams from ADHD Money and the Diverse Accountants. We talk about what it's like to find out you have have ADHD as an adult, using your ADHD strengths to your advantage and her like hacks, which I'm...We had a little bit of internet issues, so sorry for the sound and video going a bit weird at times!

You can find Tina here:
https://www.instagram.com/diverseacco...
https://www.instagram.com/theadhdacco...

The Spotify Playlist is here:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7DJ...]]>2025adhd,adhdwomen,adultadhd,womenwithadhdcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/do-i-have-adhd-what-it-s-like-to-be-diagnosed-as-an-adult--49602852In this episode I talk about self testing, getting diagnosed and the emotions that I went through after I was told I had ADHD.
Self test for ADHD: https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-symptoms-test-adults/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49602852Sat, 30 Apr 2022 04:58:03 +0000Lorna GordonWhat is it like to be diagnosed as having ADHD as an adult? Well, it can be quite confronting, but also a huge relief! In this episode I talk about self testing, getting diagnosed and the emotions that I went through after I was told I had ADHD....In this episode I talk about self testing, getting diagnosed and the emotions that I went through after I was told I had ADHD.
Self test for ADHD: https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-symptoms-test-adults/]]>884adhd,adult,diagnosis,womencleanfull