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Overcoming Distractions-Thriving with ADHD, ADD

David A Greenwood
ADHD
Burnout
Productivity
Mental Health
Time Management
Adult ADHD
Entrepreneurship
Work-Life Balance
Self-Awareness
Emotional Regulation
Energy Management
Stress Management
Procrastination
Self-Care
Mindfulness
Chronic Stress
Communication
Caregiving
Self-Compassion
Focus

Overcoming Distractions-Thriving with Adult ADHD takes a street-smart approach to managing adult ADHD. This is THE podcast for busy professional adults, including business owners, entrepreneurs, CEO's, marketing and creative professionals and even PHD's with demanding workloads. The podcast is an excellent resource for any adult, especially individuals looking for strategies and tactics to create ... more

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Latest Episodes

Dave is joined by Dana Hargus, founder of Restore Ada and an expert in trauma-informed wellness. Together, they explore how the body "keeps the score" of stress and trauma, the physiological signs of a dysregulated nervous system, and practical modal... more

Externalizing accountability is the "beating heart" of productivity for the ADHD brain.

Dave sits down with Russ Jones, founder of "ADHD Big Brother" to dismantle the stigma surrounding accountability. They explore why "internalized" accountability... more

Have you ever tried breath work to manage your adult ADHD?

In this episode of Overcoming Distractions, Dave sits down with Kurtis Lee Thomas, a corporate mindfulness trainer and founder of Breathwork Detox.

They explore the critical importance of... more

We're doing something new here at Overcoming Distractions. It's called the ADHD minute and it's a quick shorter episode for you the person with the demanding career that just happens to have ADHD.

Ever feel busy but not productive? For busy profess... more

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Recent Guests

Dana Hargus
Founder of Restore Ada; Trauma-Informed Wellness and Education Center; owner of Biofeedback and Counseling
Restore Ada
Episode: Transformative Approaches to Healing and Wellness For Adults with ADHD
Russ Jones
Leads the ADHD Big Brother community
ADHD Big Brother
Episode: Transforming ADHD Obstacles into Action
Kurtis Lee Thomas
Corporate mindfulness trainer and founder of Breathwork Detox
Breathwork Detox
Episode: Breathwork for the Busy ADHD Brain
John Mollura
Former NASA test operations lead with ADHD
NASA Langley Research Center (former)
Episode: How Busy Adults with ADHD Can Find Clarity in Chaos-Advice from a NASA Operations Expert
Scott Proposki
Photographer, author of Camera Focus Method
National Geographic/Photography Industry (as described in episode)
Episode: Rebuilding a Business with an ADHD Brain
Dr. Gilly Kahn
Clinical psychologist and ADHD specialist.
Episode: Uncovering Emotional Dysregulation in Women with ADHD with Dr. Gilly Kahn
Cindi Frechette
Therapist and mindset coach with lived experience of ADHD
Episode: Stop "Performing" and Live with Intention as an Adult ADHD
Theresa Lear Levine
EFT master practitioner and certified hypnotherapist, founder of Becoming More Me, supporting high-achieving entrepreneurs.
Becoming More Me
Episode: Managing Your Nervous System and Energy for the ADHD Professional
Lisa Candera
Autism mom, lawyer, and coach
The Autism Mom Coach
Episode: Navigating Life's Complexities with Adult ADHD

Host

Dave Greenwood
Host of Overcoming Distractions

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 200 ratings
  • Disjointed interjections

    David has a habit of interjecting non-sequitur comments during interviews.

    In one interview, he interrupted his guest with a comment that had nothing to do with what she just said—making her lose her chain of thought. This happened twice!

    An ADHD coach would advise David to write down his comments first so not to interrupt his guests. But keep to the point at hand!

    There’s a lot of useful information that his guests can teach us. But his interjections are often unnecessarily distracting! ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    DontRamble
    United States10 months ago
  • You gave me perspective

    Honestly saved my life. Found you during a burnout period and you gave me clarity and understanding and I always say knowledge is power. You’ve been helping me get through it and understand my brain little by little. Thank you !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lv pink
    United Statesa year ago
  • Practical, grounded advice

    As someone who's intimately familiar with the unique challenges of navigating life with a neurodivergent brain, I cannot recommend the Overcoming Distractions podcast highly enough. David Greenwood's 'street-smart' approach to managing adult ADHD is refreshingly practical and grounded in real-world experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eli Trier
    Denmark2 years ago
  • Love this podcast

    Love the joyful discussions between you guys. Just listening to my first episode and can’t wait to tuck into more. I am recently diagnosed and you are helping me a lot and putting a big smile on my face.

    Please change the awful annoying theme music.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rubber Ritchie
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Fantastic Podcast!

    I have been listening to this podcast consistently for about a year now and I find it to be so encouraging. I have ADHD and co-own a business and I feel like this is my community. Thank you for what you do, David!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brian JN
    United States2 years ago

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Guests are consistently credible, contributing useful strategies for work-life balance.
Some feedback calls for tighter episode pacing and less rambling in solo sections.
Audience notes the show delivers practical ADHD tactics and relatable host insights.
Listeners appreciate the concise, actionable episodes and the steady focus on real-world productivity.

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Breathwork for the Busy ADHD Brain
Q: Walk us through briefly how somebody would start with breathwork and what they can expect.
He suggests starting with three big, conscious sighs followed by a short check-in, then gradually building a routine of three sets of three sighs daily for under three minutes to taste the benefits before moving into more advanced sessions.
Breathwork for the Busy ADHD Brain
Q: So explain Breathwork Detox first and foremost.
Kurtis explains that Breathwork Detox is an umbrella of breathing techniques with this specific method being mouth-based to clear the nervous system's stress and unlock energetic release, emotional insight, and greater clarity quickly, unlike traditional nose-breathing approaches.
How Busy Adults with ADHD Can Find Clarity in Chaos-Advice from a NASA Operations Expert
Q: How did ADHD influence your ability to operate under high pressure, and what strengths did you leverage?
His brain's wiring enabled rapid connections and action in chaotic situations; he describes using pattern recognition to see how disparate parts fit together and to adapt quickly, turning potential distraction into decisive problem-solving.
How Busy Adults with ADHD Can Find Clarity in Chaos-Advice from a NASA Operations Expert
Q: Give me a 60-second understanding of your work with NASA and the military, and what your role was.
John Mollura explains his 15-year career in test operations, where the goal was to ensure systems would perform as required, achieving mission success by validating hundreds of government requirements and ensuring safety and reliability in high-stakes environments.
Uncovering Emotional Dysregulation in Women with ADHD with Dr. Gilly Kahn
Q: What is an effective strategy for managing emotional dysregulation in ADHD?
Effective strategies may include finding appropriate hormonal treatment, practicing self-compassion, and adjusting work obligations to reduce stress.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, street-smart show for busy adults navigating ADHD in high-demand careers. Episodes center on time management, energy and brain-load management, prioritization, emotional regulation, and burnout prevention, all with concrete tactics like time blocking, the Eisenhower Matrix, and external systems to reduce cognitive overwhelm. The host frequently chats with practitioners, coaches, and entrepreneurs who live with ADHD, offering actionable strategies for improving productivity, focus, and work-life balance while maintaining a relatable, down-to-earth vibe. A standout is the consistent emphasis on turning ADHD into a shapable advantage through systems, values, and energy-aware workflows, making it especially useful for business owne... more

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1. Dana Hargus
2. Russ Jones
3. Kurtis Lee Thomas
4. John Mollura
5. Scott Proposki
6. Dr. Gilly Kahn
7. Cindi Frechette
8. Theresa Lear Levine

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