Take Control ADHD

11/13/2025

🎧 This Week on The ADHD Podcast...

We’re tackling the sneaky little energy drains that pile up in every ADHD household—the tolerations we learn to live with. Pete and Nikki revisit an old favorite topic with new insights, exploring how to spot them, fix them, or finally let them go.

🎙️ Quoteworthy Moment of the Week:
"Tolerations are those little things we tolerate daily that drain our energy, even if they seem insignificant on their own." — Nikki Kinzer

🧰 Takeaway Tips for Your ADHD Toolbox:
• Identify Your Tolerations: Take note of the small inconveniences or unfinished tasks in your life that you’ve grown accustomed to. Recognizing these can help you understand their impact on your mental clutter.
• Set Priorities for Change: Not all tolerations require immediate action. Prioritize which tolerations affect you the most and tackle them one at a time to minimize overwhelm.
• Embrace Acceptance: Understand that some tolerations may not be urgent or critical. Accepting them without shame can relieve mental stress, allowing you to focus on what truly matters in your life.

➡️ Tune in to the full episode and learn how you can reclaim your peace of mind when you tackle your tolerations.

We’re tackling the sneaky little energy drains that pile up in every ADHD household — the tolerations we learn to live with. Pete and Nikki revisit an old favorite topic with new insights, exploring how to spot them, fix them, or finally let them go.

11/08/2025

Imagine being at a lively event✨, enjoying the buzz of conversation, but as the hours pass, your energy dips and the thought of small talk becomes overwhelming. 😱 If you’ve ever felt the guilt of wanting to leave early, especially as an introvert or someone with ADHD, you’re not alone!

This week, Nikki shares a few essential, practical phrases that can empower you to set boundaries and exit events confidently—without shame. 💪

When you can set—and communicate—clear, personal boundaries, you’ll not only protect your energy but also cultivate a more positive relationship with your social life.

11/07/2025

🚨 Only a Few Hours Left to Sign Up! 🚨

Don’t miss your chance to join our LIVE workshop, "Decluttering for the Holidays: Creating Space for Joy" happening TOMORROW, November 8th! 🎉

🌟 Workshop Details:

🗓 Date: November 8th
🕙 Time: 10am-12pm PT (1pm-3pm ET)

In this session, you’ll learn to:

• 📌 Create your own Holiday Zone Map to identify clutter hotspots.
• 📦 Use the “Keep, Donate, Repair, Discard” method to simplify your choices.
• 🎉 Engage in interactive exercises that make decluttering fun and manageable!

📚 Included Guide: All participants will receive a comprehensive guide to help implement what you learn!

📽️ Missed a Live Session?

No worries! You’ll have unlimited access to the replay for 3 months.

⏳ Time is running out! Let’s create a joyful holiday space—Together! 🎄✨
🔗 takecontroladhd.com/holidays

11/07/2025

🎧 This Week on The ADHD Podcast...
..we’re talking about what it means to be both introverted and ADHD, and how those two identities can collide—or beautifully harmonize—when you finally understand yourself. Our guest is Kyrus Keenan Westcott, better known as Ky, the creator behind The Vibe with Ky.

With more than 1.5 million followers across TikTok, Instagram, and here, on Facebook, Ky has become a leading voice for ADHD awareness, mental health, and the art of adulting without apology.

🎙️ Quoteworthy Moment of the Week:
"Introversion is not about being shy; it’s about how you use your energy and knowing your limits." — Kyrus Keenan Westcott

🧰 Takeaway Tips for Your ADHD Toolbox:
• Recognize Your Energy Levels: Understand how social situations affect you. If you feel drained, it’s essential to set boundaries to protect your well-being.

• Communicate Clearly: Don’t hesitate to express your needs. Let friends and family know when you require space or time to recharge.

• Embrace Solitude: Enjoy solo experiences like dining or traveling alone. These moments can help you recharge and appreciate your independence without feeling lonely.

➡️ Tune in to the full episode and learn how to be introverted, ADHD, & Find Your People.

Can you be introverted and thrive in a world that won’t stop buzzing? The Vibe With Ky ’s Kyrus Keenan Westcott joins us to talk about late ADHD diagnosis, healthy boundaries, and finding joy in your quiet power.

10/31/2025

🚨 Final Call to Tackle Holiday Project Management LIVE in Tomorrow's Workshop! 🚨

There's only a few hours left to sign up for Session 2 of our Conquer the Holidays with ADHD workshop series: Holiday Project Management: Breaking Down the Overwhelm, happening TOMORROW, Saturday, November 1st! 🎉

🌟 Workshop Details:

🗓 Date: November 1st
🕙 Time: 10am-12pm PT (1pm-3pm ET)

😱 Learn How to Combat These Common Holiday Nightmare Scenarios in this Week's Workshop:

• Last-Minute Shopping Frenzy? We’ll help you create a clear shopping timeline!
• Holiday Meal Planning Meltdown? Learn to simplify meal prep and enjoy cooking.
• Cluttered Decorations Chaos? Discover efficient organization tips for stress-free decorating!
• Overcommitting to Events? Set boundaries to focus on what truly matters!

📽️ Can't Attend Live?
No worries! You’ll have unlimited access to the entire workshop replay for 3 months.

Don’t let holiday stress take over! It's time to turn last year's holiday nightmares into this year's holidays of your dreams!
🔗 takecontroladhd.com/holidays

Let’s make this holiday season joyful and organized—Together! 🎄✨

10/31/2025

🎧 This Week on The ADHD Podcast...

Accountability doesn’t have to feel like punishment. Dr. Nachi Felt returns to share a new model for turning self-understanding into meaningful action—and it starts with a little compassion.

🎙️ Quoteworthy Moment of the Week:
"ADHD is not an attention deficit disorder; it's a self-deficit disorder." — Dr. Nachi Felt

🧰 Takeaway Tips for Your ADHD Toolbox:
• Embrace Accountability: Accountability rooted in compassion allows us to reclaim ownership of our lives.
• Cycles of Clarity: Understanding the cycles of ambiguity and agency helps individuals with ADHD navigate overwhelm.
• Value Your Attention: Prioritizing meaningful interactions enhances our sense of self and strengthens our relationships.

➡️ Tune in to the full episode and learn how you can reclaim your presence through the Cycle of Accountability.

Accountability doesn’t have to feel like punishment. Dr. Nachi Felt returns to share a new model for turning self-understanding into meaningful action—and it starts with a little compassion.

10/28/2025

🎉 Our First Workshop Was a Huge Success! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the first workshop of Conquer the Holidays with ADHD this past Saturday! Participants discovered invaluable skills for holiday planning and budgeting, and having Nikki there for questions and hands-on guidance made it even better!

🌟 Our Next Workshop is Coming Up!
Holiday Project Management: Breaking Down the Overwhelm

🗓 Date: This Saturday, November 1st
🕙 Time: 10am-12pm PT / 1pm-3pm ET

In this session, you’ll learn to:

• Transform overwhelming tasks into manageable steps.
• Identify dependencies to streamline your planning.
• Create actionable roadmaps for holiday success.

📚 Follow along during the workshop with the included Holiday Workshop Guide: All participants receive a comprehensive guide to help implement the strategies discussed!

📽️ Unable to Make the Live Session?

No worries! You’ll have unlimited access to the replay for 3 months. Watch at your convenience and ensure you don’t miss any valuable information.

Don’t miss out on enhancing your holiday experience! 🎄✨
🔗 takecontroladhd.com/holidays

10/25/2025

🚨 Last Call to Conquer the Holidays with ADHD! 🚨

Time is running out! You have only a few hours left to sign up for our Conquer the Holidays: The Organized Holiday Workshop Series (or pick and choose the session(s) you want)!

🎉 Our First Session Starts Tomorrow!

Strategic Holiday Planning & Budgeting
🗓 Date: October 25th
🕙 Time: 10am-12pm PT (1pm-3pm ET)

🌟 What You’ll Learn in Session 1: Strategic Holiday Planning & Budgeting

• Create your Holiday Mission Statement
• Develop a visual timeline to combat time blindness
• Set boundaries to prevent burnout
• Build a spending plan to avoid post-holiday financial stress

Plus, enjoy live Q&A time and practical applications of your new skills!

📽️ Can't Attend a Session Live?
No worries! You’ll receive a recording of each session with unlimited access for 3 months.

⚡ Act Fast!
The chance to save your seat for Session #1 ends at midnight! 🕛

Let’s make this holiday season organized and joyful together! 🎄✨
🔗 takecontroladhd.com/holidays

10/24/2025

This week, we welcome back our friend JAMES OCHOA, LPC , licensed professional counselor, author of Focused Forward, and creator of the new reflective tool 11Q Your ADHD. Together, we’re digging into what makes long-term planning feel so fraught for ADHD brains — and how we can reconnect with the version of ourselves we’re trying to help.

🎙️Quote-worthy Moment of the Week:
"Learning to treat future you with the same compassion you'd offer a friend is essential for managing ADHD." — James Ochoa

🧰 Takeaway Tips for Your ADHD Toolbox:
• Visualizing Your Future Self: Understanding and connecting with your future self is vital in ADHD management.
• The Importance of Community: Engaging with a supportive community or can help individuals with ADHD navigate their challenges.
• Self-Reflection through Tools: Utilizing reflective tools like the "11Q Your ADHD" exercise can help individuals assess their progress and recognize areas for improvement.

🎧 Be sure to tune in to the full episode to learn more about this important topic—Your Future Self Will Thank You!

When you live with ADHD, it’s easy to say, “My future self will thank me.” But what happens when that future self feels like a stranger — someone you’ve let down too many times before? This week, we’re joined by therapist and author James Ochoa to explore how to build trust with Future Y...

10/22/2025

Nikki Kinzer shares the details for the upcoming workshop series from Take Control ADHD.

Sign up and Conquer the Holidays!: takecontroladhd.com/holidays

10/20/2025

Living every day with ADHD can be a struggle. There are no hard-and-fast rules on what to do or how to handle the hard days—especially when what works for "everyone else" doesn't seem to be working for you. 🤷

But, no matter how hard things feel, or how impossible something may seem, the most important thing is to not give up. 💪

If your first attempt didn't work, give it another go, or start looking for alternate options that will better fit the brain you've got. 🧠

You CAN do hard things. You've got this! ✨

10/20/2025

🎉 Get Ready for the Holidays! 🎉

Our Conquer the Holidays with ADHD workshop series kicks off this Saturday, October 25th, and we can’t wait to help you navigate the season with confidence!

🌟 Session 1: Strategic Holiday Planning & Budgeting

🗓 Date: October 25th
🕙 Time: 10am-12pm PT (1pm-3pm ET)

In this session, you’ll learn to:
✨ Create a Holiday Mission Statement that reflects what truly matters to you!
🗂️ Develop a visual timeline to combat time blindness.
🚧 Set boundaries to prevent burnout.
💰 Build a spending plan to avoid post-holiday financial stress.

Plus, enjoy live Q&A and practical applications of your new skills!

🎉 Series Overview:

Holiday Project Management (Nov 1)
Decluttering for the Holidays (Nov 8)
The Holiday Aftermath (Jan 3)

⚡ Sign Up Reminder!

Join all four sessions LIVE for just $165—available until midnight on Friday, October 24th!

Prefer to start with just the first session? It’s only $50!

Let’s make this holiday season joyful and organized together!
https://takecontroladhd.com/holidays

🎄✨