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Attention Talk Radio
Hosted by Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG · EN
Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio podcasts focusing on ADHD and ADD, including managing symptoms of attention deficit disorder. Our weekly podcast provides support for adults with ADD, or adults who have children with ADHD. Hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, Attention Talk Radio is topical with an emphasis on paying attention to what you are and are not paying attention to. The point is to put a spotlight on ATTENTION and the role it plays in determining what is obvious and how it drives outcomes and to shift your paradigm (what you pay attention to), opening your mind to new solutions. The show is designed to help you in life or business if you are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated. It will help you get unstuck and moving forward by opening your mind to pay attention to what works. Listen to Attention Talk Radio online for help and information for adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
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ADHD and Community: The Sparkler Society
1w ago00:35:13Tap to summarizeGot ADHD? Are you female, middle-aged, or a member of the sandwich generation—raising your own kids while also caring for aging parents? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach, Jeff Copper (https://www.digcoaching.com) talks to Jami Shapiro (https://www.grandmahasadhd.com), the host of Grandma Has ADHD podcast. The two have a conversation about an exciting new program that's designed to bring a community of women together to help those with executive function impairment. If this speaks to you, tune in.Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated to help them get unstuck and moving forward by opening their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to www.digcoaching.com. Our thanks to the sponsors of this show:CHADD.orgADDCA.comImpactParents.comTimeTimer.com
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ADHD and Self-Regulation: Mastering Emotions and Focus
2w ago00:37:54Tap to summarizeADHD is less about attention and more about self-regulation of focus, emotions, and even movement. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) has an open conversation with longtime-listener Greg about the theory behind emotional regulation and the real-world discipline it takes to manage it. They explore the practical challenges of keeping emotions in check and what it truly requires. If emotional regulation is a struggle for you, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated to help them get unstuck and moving forward by opening their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to www.digcoaching.com. Our thanks to the sponsors of this show:CHADD.orgADDCA.comImpactParents.comTimeTimer.com
Transcribe →Silencing the Inner Critic: ADHD Shame and Self-Talk
3w ago00:38:56Tap to summarizeADHD is not something most people would choose or neatly wrap up as a gift. Yet, many people with ADHD struggle with shame and harsh self-talk that hold them back. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer ADHD coach Jeff Copper talks with Dr. Sharon Saline (https://drsharonsaline.com) about the real impact of negative self-talk, why it’s so damaging, and the truth behind it. Dr. Saline shares a practical strategy to help you move past shame and reclaim your confidence. If you often feel judged, stuck, or hard on yourself because of ADHD, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated to help them get unstuck and moving forward by opening their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to www.digcoaching.com.Our thanks to the sponsors of this show:CHADD.orgADDCA.comImpactParents.comTimeTimer.com
Transcribe →Is There Anything to Be Grateful for About ADHD?
4w ago00:32:44Tap to summarizeADHD is not something most people would choose or neatly wrap up as a gift. Yet, even with its challenges, individuals with ADHD can lead deeply meaningful and fulfilling lives—and there is much to be grateful for along the way. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, host and ADHD coach Jeff Copper is joined by Dr. Kirsten Milliken and ADHD coach Caroline Maguire for a thoughtful conversation about gratitude and its powerful role in living well with ADHD. Together, they explore how practicing gratefulness can shift perspective, support emotional well-being, and help individuals with ADHD find hope during difficult moments. The panel also shares what they personally appreciate about ADHD itself. If you’re feeling discouraged, searching for inspiration, or looking for a fresh and encouraging way to view ADHD, this episode offers insight, reassurance, and optimism.Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated to help them get unstuck and moving forward by opening their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to www.digcoaching.com. Our thanks to the sponsors of this show:CHADD.orgADDCA.comImpactParents.comTimeTimer.com
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ADHD and Executive Functioning Challenges
Apr 2900:23:35Tap to summarizeGot ADHD? Do you struggle with executive functions? Executive functions are all the buzz these days. The question is, what are they? Why are they relevant? What is and is not an executive function? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com/) deconstructs executive functions. Moving beyond simple buzzwords and definitions, Jeff explains why common ADHD struggles like task initiation and prioritization are actually outcomes, not the problem itself. If you have executive functioning challenge but that is all you know about executive functions, this is a show you don't want to miss.Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated to help them get unstuck and moving forward by opening their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to www.digcoaching.com. Our thanks to the sponsors of this show:CHADD.orgADDCA.comImpactParents.comTimeTimer.com
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ADHD and Motivation in the Context of Executive Functioning Impairments
Apr 2200:39:40Tap to summarizeGot ADHD? Do you struggle with planning, making decisions, procrastinating, and managing time? Do you beat yourself up for being lazy or unmotivated? What is the underlying issue? In this edition of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach, Jeff Copper (https://www.digcoaching.com/), speaks with Dr. Ari Tuckman (https://adultadhdbook.com/) on a new theory of motivation which reveals insights current views can't explain. The model takes into consideration ADHD as an executive function impairment. The view shifts the narrative from unmotivated to highly motivated if you understand the impairment. If you struggle with ADHD, understanding this frame of motivation is something that you've got to listen to.Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated to help them get unstuck and moving forward by opening their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to www.digcoaching.com. Our thanks to the sponsors of this show:CHADD.orgADDCA.comImpactParents.comTimeTimer.com
Transcribe →Why Your ADHD Strategies Always Fail (And What to Do Instead)
Apr 1500:26:30Tap to summarizeAre you drowning in a sea of ADHD strategies that never seem to stick? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper pulls back the curtain on why typical plans, tools, and strategies fail those with ADHD. It isn’t a moral failing, a lack of motivation, or laziness—it’s an engineering problem.Jeff introduces the concept of Cognitive Ergonomics and explains how Dr. Russell Barkley’s model of executive functions proves that using your "weakness to overcome your weakness" is a losing battle.Inside this episode, you’ll discover:• The fundamental difference between a tool (the shovel) and the effort required to use it.• Why the "ambiguity" of tasks like writing a blog post triggers procrastination.• How to stop "squinting" at tasks and start using external accommodations.• The "Out of Mind" secret to solving complex problems without burning out.If you’re tired of well-intended advice that doesn't account for executive functioning impairments, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD.Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated to help them get unstuck and moving forward by opening their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to www.digcoaching.com. Our thanks to the sponsors of this show:CHADD.orgADDCA.comImpactParents.comTimeTimer.com
Transcribe →ADHD and Focus: Are We Focused on the Wrong Thing?
Apr 800:28:58Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://www.digcoaching.com) challenges the status quo of ADHD management. We often fixate on "fixing focus" or conditioning behavior, but we’re focusing on the wrong thing! ADHD isn’t a behavioral problem; it is a precise executive function impairment. Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out® is a revolutionary paradigm that shifts the focus from modifying the person to modifying the interface. By applying engineering principles to the intangible world of cognition, we can move past "tangibility bias"—the tendency to only address what we can see—and start implementing adaptive accommodations that provide genuine relief. From the "universal accommodation" of direct oral conversation to the power of AttentionScope®, this episode explores how to stop "impersonating a neurotypical" and start designing a life that fits your cognitive constraints.If you’re tired of "sucking it up" and are ready for systemic relief that actually works, it’s time to look at ADHD through a new lens.Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated to help them get unstuck and moving forward by opening their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to www.digcoaching.com.Our thanks to the sponsors of this show:CHADD.orgADDCA.comImpactParents.comTimeTimer.com
Transcribe →ADHD, Shame, and Self-Talk: Breaking the Cycle
Apr 100:38:55Tap to summarizeStop the "Shame Spiral." Cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) and Dr. Sharon Saline (https://www.drsharonsaline.com) tackle the heavy burden of negative self-talk in this episode of Attention Talk Radio.• The Topic: Why shame is so prevalent in the ADHD community.• The Insight: The hidden truths behind "beating yourself up."• The Solution: A specific technique to shift your mindset and regain control.Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated to help them get unstuck and moving forward by opening their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to www.digcoaching.com. Our thanks to the sponsors of this show:CHADD.orgADDCA.comImpactParents.comTimeTimer.com
Transcribe →ADHD and Aging: The Challenge of Downsizing
Mar 2500:39:23Tap to summarizeGot ADHD? Are you in the third or fourth quarter of your life? Do you need to downsize? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach, Jeff Copper (https://digcoaching.com) talks to Jami Shapiro (https://grandmahasadhd.com), the host of Grandma Has ADHD podcast.. The duo discusses ADHD, clutter, and the difficulties involved in downsizing later in life. The conversation reveals underlying challenges, acknowledging the very real emotional barrier and provides insights to help you move forward—not to mention, validate your situation. If you or someone you know has ADHD and faces the need to downsize, this is a show you won't want to miss.Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder, including managing symptoms of ADHD in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated to help them get unstuck and moving forward by opening their minds to pay attention to what works. To learn more about attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper, go to www.digcoaching.com. Our thanks to the sponsors of this show:CHADD.orgADDCA.comImpactParents.comTimeTimer.com
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