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ADHD Big Brother - ADHD and Depression Solutions, Laughter, and Thoughts
Hosted by Russ Jones · EN
Adult ADHD and Depression can be sucktastic! Let’s have a laugh or two while we work to get on the other end of our unique skull spaghetti. Nominated for best male host in the 2024 Podcasters People's Choice Awards, and currently a top 2% global podcast!
Subscribe to the ADHD Big Brother podcast if you want short, entertaining episodes, delivered weekly, that will nudge you forward on managing those adult ADHD symptoms. If you are stuck; if you have no motivation to do boring things; if you can’t get started; if you have choice paralysis; if you live with craptastical self-loathing, have a million unfinished projects, and no time management skills... I can help.
I’m Russ Jones. I’m a former actor/comedian and a professional ADHD Coach. I’m diagnosed with ADHD and Depressive Disorder, and my mission is to help adults who struggle the same way I did. You know, like a good big brother would. I’m trained in integrative wellness coaching with years of specialized experience in ADHD-specific coaching.
Beyond the podcast, I lead an award-winning membership community where we turn these strategies into action together. Join us!
Visit https://www.adhdbigbrother.com to learn about our membership community, coaching, and how I’m helping adults with ADHD get unstuck, gain confidence in their ability to be consistent, and ultimately learn how to coach themselves. We can do hard things!
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245 - ADHD and the Art of Showing Up
5d ago00:27:17Tap to summarizeLet's have a chat about what it's like to show up, what it takes, what it's like to get support, and let's throw in a little bit of social media chatter. Mentioned in this episode: Lindsey's speech:https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/c/welcome/what-is-possible-at-adhdbb Join ADHDBBHave anything you'd like to share? A question you'd like to ask me (Russ), here ya go, direct to my inbox: https://www.adhdbigbrother.com/contactrussWhen you are ready to move from learning to doing, join ADHDBB and experience firsthand what "next level" peer support looks like. I'll be the first to welcome you in. Let's goooo! https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/adhdbb
Transcribe →244 - ADHD, My Oppositional Nature, and MORNINGS!
2w ago00:18:46Tap to summarizeI've been feeling massively oppositional lately. What can I do but be cool with myself about it...and ramble on about it on my pod! Also, we all want these picture perfect morning situations/rituals/habits. Let's talk about how to get one going, for real. Interested in the ADHD Big Brother Summer Camp for adults with ADHD? 8 weeks, one goal, async coaching during a hectic summer...5 spots available:https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/summercampWhen you are ready to move from learning to doing, join ADHDBB and experience firsthand what "next level" peer support looks like. I'll be the first to welcome you in. Let's goooo! https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/adhdbb
Transcribe →243 - ADHD and the Shame of 1000 Tries
3w ago00:17:54Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we address the unique struggle of building consistent habits when your past is littered with abandoned attempts. How do you do a thing that you know how to do, but you can't do? How can you start trusting yourself again? It starts with showing up, even though. Mentioned in this episode:https://www.speakpipe.com/ADHDBigBrother - Leave me a short voice mail. What is your name, where are you from, and what do you currently suck at. I will respond in kind. $10 for 10 Days - no auto-renewal. 10 days of ADHDBB to explore and experience at your leisure. Come see what it looks like when people show up and keep their plans visible - promotion ended.ADHD Big Brother on SubstackADHD Big Brother Website with resourcesSupport the showWhen you are ready to move from learning to doing, join ADHDBB and experience firsthand what "next level" peer support looks like. I'll be the first to welcome you in. Let's goooo! https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/adhdbb
Transcribe →242 - Weekly Planning for ADHD: Overwhelmed, Exhausted Brain Edition
4w ago00:18:34Tap to summarizeHow many of us get an idea of how to manage our time and so we create a spreadsheet that blocks out every hour of every day... In this episode I'm going to appeal to you to try a simpler way of planning your week, with a focus on a few key areas. Mentioned in the episode:Book a free chat with Russ The books I mentioned:Stone of Farewell, Drop of Corruption, A Meditator's Guide to Buddhism, The Power of WonderSupport the showWhen you are ready to move from learning to doing, join ADHDBB and experience firsthand what "next level" peer support looks like. I'll be the first to welcome you in. Let's goooo! https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/adhdbb
Transcribe →241 - ADHD and Tension
Apr 2000:17:55Tap to summarizeAdults with ADHD are "now" or "not now" people when it comes to doing a thing. Let's talk about what it takes to turn not now into now! Mentioned in this episode:Listen to myself and David Greenwood talk accountability on his awesome podcast "Overcoming Distractions". Here's the links to give it a listen:Overcoming Distractions on SpotifyOvercoming Distractions on iTunesReady to join a collective of adults with ADHD who are moving their needle forward? Come see how others are succeeding, and come help me succeed at giving up bread, and I'll help you succeed at whatever you are currently working on! Here's the link to join ADHDBBWhen you are ready to move from learning to doing, join ADHDBB and experience firsthand what "next level" peer support looks like. I'll be the first to welcome you in. Let's goooo! https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/adhdbb
Transcribe →240 - Visibility is the Answer
Apr 1300:18:10Tap to summarizeFor adults with ADHD, try putting visibility on your troublesome tasks to make them more likely to happen. Visibility requires vulnerability, courage, and community. Let's discuss! Mentioned in this episode:Lindsey's speech after reaching 100 days in the ADHD Big Brother daily accountability club: https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/c/welcome/what-is-possible-at-adhdbbJoin ADHD Big Brother!Support the showWhen you are ready to move from learning to doing, join ADHDBB and experience firsthand what "next level" peer support looks like. I'll be the first to welcome you in. Let's goooo! https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/adhdbb
Transcribe →239 - Productivity for the Unpredictable ADHD Brain
Apr 500:17:51Tap to summarizeYou are a different person every single day, so let's talk about how that pairs with your ADHD, your depression, your anxiety....and doing stuff. Join ADHD Big Brother and let's have that free 1:1 coaching call to get you nudging down the mountain. - https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/checkout/adhd-big-brother-subscriptionThe YouTube Video I mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0XMgDCPCZcIGive me your mental health report: https://www.adhdbigbrother.com/contactrussSupport the showWhen you are ready to move from learning to doing, join ADHDBB and experience firsthand what "next level" peer support looks like. I'll be the first to welcome you in. Let's goooo! https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/adhdbb
Transcribe →238 - How I Manage My ADHD; Productivity Edition
Mar 3000:23:08Tap to summarizeI do a lot of talking about what works, things to think about, things to try. In this episode I share some of who I used to be, better known as "what doesn't work" and also "what does work" for a 50 year old single dad solopreneur with ADHD and depression. Mentioned in this episode:Join ADHD Big BrotherContact RussWhen you are ready to move from learning to doing, join ADHDBB and experience firsthand what "next level" peer support looks like. I'll be the first to welcome you in. Let's goooo! https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/adhdbb
Transcribe →My Fixes For Excessive ADHD Brain Chatter
Mar 2300:20:06Tap to summarizeIs your inner voice as jerky as mine? I find it super helpful to process my plans out loud. Let's discuss! The other areas that help me when my brain is chattering too much:Nature And not just any nature. NEW nature. A place I haven't been before helps engage my brain and quiets my chatter.Meditation...Sometimes opening myself up to more chatter is the way to go. Meditation is nonstop chatter for me. But getting good at being nonjudgmental about it, and getting into the habit of calmly redirecting my thinking...it helps!Talking out loud! When I'm talking out loud, my monster mind shuts up. I like that. The article I referenced:Talking to Yourself Out Loud is a Technology for ThinkingWant to suss out whether coaching with me is a good fit? Let's have a chat:https://calendly.com/russjones/30minutechatSupport the showWhen you are ready to move from learning to doing, join ADHDBB and experience firsthand what "next level" peer support looks like. I'll be the first to welcome you in. Let's goooo! https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/adhdbb
Transcribe →236 - ADHD Productivity vs. Self-care
Mar 1600:17:28Tap to summarizeWe usually do one or the other. We are being productive and on the go, go, go...or we are in self-care mode and needing a break. Let's talk about this! I have opinions. I'd love to know yours. Mentioned in this episode: Book a free chat with Russ to apply for 1:1/Group coaching: click here. The Ready SET Go PDF - https://www.adhdbigbrother.com/readysetgoThe ADHD Toolbox Live event, Register HereSupport the showWhen you are ready to move from learning to doing, join ADHDBB and experience firsthand what "next level" peer support looks like. I'll be the first to welcome you in. Let's goooo! https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/adhdbb
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