I Have ADHD Podcast
The I Have ADHD Podcast is a clear, concise, and FUN podcast for adults with ADHD. Listen to learn about how ADHD impacts every area of your life from the boardroom to the bedroom...and how you can begin to overcome your symptoms by accepting who you are, flaws and all.
Host Kristen Carder is a dually certified coach who has supported thousands of of people with ADHD worldwide. Kristen's extensive experience working with ADHDers began in 2012, and she now leads a global community of adults with ADHD in her coaching program, FOCUSED.
****OBVIOUSLY the content in this podcast is not meant to be a substitute for medical advice. Kristen Carder is not a medical professional.
I Have ADHD Podcast
319 “Why Can’t I Just START?!” - ADHD + Task Initiation
Ever sat on the couch knowing you “should” do something… but just couldn’t? Welcome to the ADHD task initiation struggle. It’s real—and no, it’s not laziness.
In this episode, we dive into:
- What task initiation actually is (hint: it’s an executive function)
- Why starting can feel impossible for ADHDers + Autistics
- The brain science behind motivation, dopamine, and urgency
- Emotional blocks like fear, shame, and perfectionism
- Simple, ADHD-friendly tips to finally get moving (without needing willpower!)
From micro-steps to dopamine rewards, we’re breaking it all down so you can stop spiraling and start… well, starting.
This Episode's Resources: The Ultimate Guide to ADHD and Task Initiation
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