Why ADHD Makes You Feel Like an Imposter — and How to Reclaim Your Confidence
ADHD Support Talk Radio Podcast
Release Date: 06/04/2025
ADHD Support Talk Radio Podcast
In this episode, Lynne Edris and Dr. Tamara Rosier break down how ADHD shows up in family relationships — from communication challenges to emotional triggers, connection breakdowns, and opportunities for healing. Learn what it means to become a “safe person,” how to support loved ones without absorbing all the responsibility, and practical strategies you can use today to strengthen trust and connection. Podcast Co-Host Lynne Edris s a Productivity & ADHD Coach who helps distracted professionals from all over the world learn to accomplish what they intend and take control of their...
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End-of-year transitions can be especially tough for adults with ADHD. In this episode, Tara McGillicuddy and Lynne Edris break down why this season often brings extra overwhelm—and how to navigate it with more clarity, calm, and confidence. You’ll learn: Why holidays, shifting routines, and unfinished tasks strain ADHD executive functions ADHD-friendly strategies to reduce overwhelm and stay organized How to reflect on the past year and set supportive goals for the next Simple tools to manage time, track commitments, and avoid last-minute stress The importance of self-care, realistic...
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In this episode of ADHD Support Talk Radio, co-hosts Lynne Edris and Tara McGillicuddy dive into the everyday struggle so many adults with ADHD face: being brief and clear when they communicate. From rambling stories and “novel-length” emails to the fear of being misunderstood, they explore why ADHD brains tend to overexplain and how it can affect relationships, productivity, and confidence. You’ll learn why "brevity = clarity", how to find that sweet spot between “too much” and “not enough,” and what simple, ADHD-friendly habits can make your communication more effective...
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Get ready to Learn and Connect with us! In this episode of ADHD Support Talk Radio, co-hosts Lynne Edris and Tara McGillicuddy take you behind the scenes of the 16th Annual ADHD Awareness Expo, happening throughout October 2025. This month-long, free online event has become the flagship ADHD community gathering for adults worldwide. You’ll hear how the Expo began, why it’s still thriving 16 years later, and what makes it so different from other ADHD summits and online events. Lynne also previews her Expo session, From Chaos to C.A.L.M., where she shares practical tools to help you reset...
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If you ever lose track of time scrolling social media, watching videos, or getting sucked into online rabbit holes—this episode is for you! In this episode of ADHD Support Talk, Productivity & ADHD Coach Lynne Edris explores the unique relationship between ADHD and screen time. You'll learn why screens are so stimulating for ADHD brains, the consequences of digital overload, and practical, ADHD-friendly strategies to help you take back control of your time, focus, and mental energy. 🎁 Free resource mentioned in the episode: What You’ll Learn in...
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In memory of Dr. Thomas E. Brown, Tara McGillicuddy rebroadcasts her 2013 interview with this pioneering ADHD researcher and clinician. Dr. Brown created the Brown Model of Executive Function and authored influential books that transformed how we understand ADHD—not as a problem of behavior or willpower, but as a developmental impairment of the brain’s management system. In this episode, Dr. Brown discusses: The six executive functions affected by ADHD Why ADHD struggles are often misjudged as laziness The brain chemistry behind attention and motivation What science reveals about...
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Navigating change with ADHD can feel overwhelming, unsettling, and even scary — but it can also lead to growth, freedom, and renewal. In this episode of ADHD Support Talk Radio, co-hosts Tara McGillicuddy and Lynne Edris explore how adults with ADHD can handle major life transitions, shifting seasons, and big decisions with more ease. Whether you’re facing a career change, identity shift, retirement, or simply moving into a new chapter of life, you’ll discover ADHD-friendly strategies to: Manage the uncertainty and stress of transitions Adapt your routines and systems when life...
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Feeling overwhelmed by racing thoughts, idea overload, or nonstop worry? In this episode of ADHD Support Talk Radio, Tara McGillicuddy and ADHD coach Lynne Edris break down what mental clutter really looks like in the ADHD brain—and how to start clearing it. They explore: The different types of mental clutter (ideas, emotions, to-dos, rumination) Why ADHD brains often resist letting go of thoughts ADHD-friendly systems for capturing and retrieving ideas Real-world strategies to reduce overwhelm and increase mental clarity Why self-care and emotional boundaries matter more than you...
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In this episode of ADHD Support Talk Radio, co-host Lynne Edris is joined by cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper for a fascinating conversation that may completely change the way you think about ADHD and executive function. Jeff introduces a groundbreaking model he calls Cognitive Ergonomics From the Inside Out™, which reframes ADHD as a problem-solving impairment rather than a motivational or behavioral failure. Together, they discuss: Why so many ADHD productivity strategies fall short How executive function challenges stem from ambiguity, not laziness The role of...
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In this episode of ADHD Support Talk Radio, co-hosts Tara McGillicuddy and Lynne Edris dive into how ChatGPT and other AI tools can make everyday life easier for adults with ADHD. They explore how AI can support executive function, reduce overwhelm, and help with emotional regulation, task initiation, and communication. You’ll hear personal examples and practical tips for using ChatGPT to manage to-do lists, organize thoughts, respond to emails, plan meals, and even gamify boring chores. Whether you’re just getting started with AI or already experimenting, this episode offers ADHD-friendly...
info_outlineIn this episode of ADHD Support Talk Radio, Tara McGillicuddy is joined by ADHD coach and speaker Jamie Cutino to explore two emotional challenges that often go hand-in-hand for adults with ADHD: Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) and Imposter Syndrome.
They discuss why these struggles are so common in ADHD, how they affect self-worth, and what you can do to stop them from holding you back. You’ll hear real-life examples, practical insights, and strategies to help you set boundaries, reduce overwhelm, and start believing in yourself again.
About Jamie Cutino:
Jamie Cutino is an ADHD coach, TEDx speaker, and the founder of Outsmart ADHD, a platform dedicated to helping adults with ADHD take control of their lives with clarity, confidence, and purpose. She empowers others to overcome overwhelm, self-doubt, and the emotional rollercoaster that often comes with ADHD through coaching, public speaking, and podcasting.
More Resources:
🌐 https://www.TaraMcGillicuddy.com
🎓 https://www.ADDclasses.com
🎧 https://www.ADHDsupporttalk.com
🔗 https://www.outsmartadhd.co