ADHD Support Talk Radio

Why do so many adults with ADHD struggle with alcohol, even when they know it's not helping them? In this episode, Lynne Edris talks with Colleen Freeland about the powerful connection between ADHD, dopamine, nervous system regulation, and alcohol use. They explore: • Why ADHD brains often seek relief through alcohol and other coping behaviors • The difference between drinking for pleasure and drinking for relief • How dopamine and urgency drive unhealthy patterns • Why shame keeps us stuck • How to build healthier responses to stress and overwhelm • The mindset shift that makes lasting change possible Whether alcohol is your challenge—or whether your coping mechanism looks more like procrastination, scrolling, shopping, or overworking—this conversation will help you better understand your brain and create change with more compassion and less self-judgment. Colleen Freeland is an Intuitive Drinking Coach and host of the globally top-ranked It's Not About the Alcohol podcast. Colleen founded Emotional Sobriety Coaching© for high achieving professional women who want to reduce alcohol consumption by 80 percent. She combines holistic and evidence-based strategies in Neurophysiology, Cognitive Reframing, and Spirituality to reprogram the mind and body - so you actually prefer drinking in moderation. Colleen secretly struggled with Alcohol Use Disorder for over 20 years before discovering that the solution to overdrinking is to get happy, not sober. She is an Addiction and Recovery-Certified Master Life Coach with an MSc in Health Coaching, a BS in Biology and Chemistry Education, and is certified as a Women's Functional and Integrative Health Professional. Learn more about Colleen at https://www.emotionalsobrietycoaching.com/ 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 days with ease so that they can perform at the level of their abilities and have more time, more energy and more bandwidth for what matters most to them. Lynne is a woman, wife, and mom with ADHD herself, so she understands the struggles and challenges of living with ADHD. She has gone from living in the constant state of chaos, overwhelm, and under-performance that adults with ADHD know far too well, to living a life of more success and fulfillment than she once dreamed possible. Her passion is to help others fulfill their own potential and start "firing on all cylinders" in all areas of your life. You can learn more about Lynne at www.CoachingADDvantages.com, and visit www.ProductivityBreakthroughQuiz.com to take her complimentary self-assessment! RESOURCES & LINKS Take Lynne's Productivity Breakthrough Quiz: https://www.productivitybreakthroughquiz.com Learn more about Lynne Edris: https://www.coachingadvantages.com Learn more about Colleen Freeland at https://www.emotionalsobrietycoaching.com/ Join the ADHD Support Talk Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/adhdsupporttalk We'd love to hear from you! ADHD Support Talk Radio is an award winning Podcast for Adults with ADD / ADHD. Co-hosts Tara McGillicuddy and Lynne Edris are joined by Adult ADHD experts and they cover important topics related to Adult ADD / ADHD. Podcast guests include Dr. Edward Hallowell, Dr. Stephanie Sarkis, Dr. Ari Tuckman, Laurie Dupar, Terry Matlen and many more. Tara McGillicuddy is the Producer, Owner and Co-host of the ADHD Support Talk Radio Podcast. You may contact Tara with general questions or feedback about the podcast, Lynne Edris is the Co-host of the ADHD Support Talk Radio Podcast. You may contact Lynne with feedback about her episodes or if you are interested in having her interview you as a guest. https://adhdsupporttalk.com/about-podcast/ We may be an affiliate for products we mention or recommend. If you purchase those items through our links, we may earn a commission.

When ADHD Blocks Stop You From Moving Forward That Apple title is unique, searchable, and fits podcast browsing/listening better. It focuses on the listener's experience and still connects to the episode themes of overwhelm, shutdown, emotional reactions, and getting unstuck. Apple Podcasts / Libsyn Description Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, shut down, or emotionally blocked can feel like hitting an invisible wall. For adults with ADHD, the first feeling that shows up — overwhelm, dread, avoidance, frustration, or feeling triggered — is often only the surface. In this episode of ADHD Support Talk Radio, Tara McGillicuddy and Lynne Edris talk about what can happen when ADHD blocks stop you from moving forward. Instead of stopping at "I'm overwhelmed," "I'm triggered," "I'm stuck," or "I can't," they discuss how pausing, breathing, observing, and asking better questions can help adults with ADHD begin to understand what is really going on underneath the reaction. Tara and Lynne explore why overwhelm can become a catch-all phrase, how blame and shame can block problem-solving, and why emotional reactions, RSD, avoidance, and shutdown patterns may be signals pointing to something deeper. They also discuss the importance of noticing body cues, becoming a more neutral observer of your feelings, and learning what helps you move from emotional overload into clarity and action. This episode is especially helpful if you struggle with ADHD overwhelm, emotional shutdown, rejection sensitivity, negative self-talk, avoidance, or feeling stuck before you can take action. Learn more about Tara McGillicuddy at: https://www.taramcgillicuddy.com Listen to more episodes of ADHD Support Talk Radio at: https://www.adhdsupporttalk.com Join the ADHD Support Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ADHDSupportTalk

Why do so many adults with ADHD struggle to keep track of time—even when they're trying their best? In this episode of ADHD Support Talk Radio, Tara McGillicuddy and co-host Lynne Edris explore the concept of ADHD time traps and how they contribute to losing track of time, missed deadlines, and daily frustration. They also take a closer look at time blindness, a common challenge for adults with ADHD that affects the ability to sense the passage of time and accurately estimate how long tasks will take. Throughout the conversation, Tara and Lynne share practical insights and real-life examples to help you better understand what's happening—and what can actually help. In this episode, you'll learn: What ADHD time traps are and how they show up in everyday life Why time blindness makes it difficult to stay on schedule How the "one more thing" habit leads to lost time The importance of transition time between tasks Why estimating time is often inaccurate Simple ways to externalize time using tools and cues This episode offers a clear and practical look at why time can feel so unpredictable with ADHD—and how increasing awareness can help you make meaningful improvements.

How ADHD, overwhelm, and emotional resistance keep you stuck—and how to start moving forward If you've ever felt like no matter how much you declutter, the mess just comes back… you're not alone. For many adults with ADHD, clutter isn't just about "too much stuff." It's about overwhelm, decision fatigue, and the frustrating feeling that you can never quite get ahead. In this episode of ADHD Support Talk, co-hosts Lynne Edris and Tara McGillicuddy continue the conversation about clutter and organization—this time focusing on why clutter feels so overwhelming, why it keeps coming back, and what actually helps. You'll learn why trying to "catch up" with clutter often doesn't work, how emotional resistance and discomfort keep you stuck, and how to start building momentum—even when you don't feel like it. If you've been waiting to feel motivated, clear, or "ready" before tackling clutter… this episode will help you take a different approach. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN · Why clutter is not a one-time problem, but an ongoing patternThe real reason you feel like you can't "get ahead" · How overwhelm, shame, and discomfort keep you stuck · Why waiting for motivation doesn't work (and what to do instead) · How to start building momentum with small, consistent actions · Why effort matters more than results—and how to reinforce it KEY TAKEAWAYS · Clutter is not a character flaw—it's a pattern you can change · You don't have to eliminate overwhelm to take action · Small steps done consistently are more powerful than big bursts · Progress comes from learning to work through discomfort—not avoiding it · The goal isn't perfection—it's creating a space that works for you RESOURCES & LINKS · Learn more about Lynne Edris: https://www.coachingadvantages.com · Learn more about Tara McGillicuddy: www.TaraMcGillicuddy.com · Take the Productivity Breakthrough Quiz: https://www.productivitybreakthroughquiz.com · Join the ADHD Support Talk Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/adhdsupporttalk We'd love to hear from you! What's your biggest challenge when it comes to clutter and overwhelm? Join the conversation in our ADHD Support Talk Facebook community or leave a comment on this episode—we want to help you find what works for you.

Decluttering and organizing are often treated as the same thing—but for adults with ADHD, understanding the difference can make a huge impact. In this episode of ADHD Support Talk Radio, Tara McGillicuddy and co-host Lynne Edris explore why organizing systems often fail when clutter hasn't been reduced first. Many adults with ADHD try to solve clutter by buying planners, containers, and organizing tools, only to find that the systems don't last. The problem often isn't the organizing system—it's that decluttering needs to happen first. Tara and Lynne discuss how decluttering and organizing are two different processes and why recognizing the difference can help reduce overwhelm and create systems that actually work for ADHD brains. They also explore the emotional side of clutter, decision fatigue, and practical strategies for beginning the decluttering process without becoming overwhelmed. This episode is part of Podcasthon, a global initiative where podcasts dedicate an episode to raising awareness about important causes and nonprofit organizations. Learn more about Podcasthon by visiting: https://podcasthon.org