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I Forgot to Tell You SomethingWe had ADHD systems... then we had a babyJust when you think you’ve figured out how to manage your ADHD... life throws you a baby, and suddenly none of it works anymore. The routines? Gone. The sleep? Ha. The coping strategies? LOL. In this episode, Ron shares what happened when parenthood bulldozed the systems he and his partner had spent years building—and how they’re starting to put things back together.In this episode, Liz asks what’s changed, what’s fallen apart, and how Ron and his partner Gwen (who also has ADHD) are trying to put things back togeth...2025-04-1844 minI Forgot to Tell You SomethingWe forgot to tell you that Ron's a rad dadWe're back after a little hiatus after a not so little event: Ron became a Dad! We're talking today about how Ron's adjusting to his new life, new family, new role, new everything! Those early newborn days are a whirlwind for any new parent. But add ADHD in the mix and the experience can be truly disorienting. Sleepless nights, upside down routines, and a fresh array of intense emotions leave ADHD mums and dads wondering: "Who am I? And tf just happened to me?!"In today's episode, Ron (our new rad dad) and Liz talk:2024-08-1431 minI Forgot to Tell You SomethingDon’t tell Ron ADHD is a superpowerRon’s fired up, people. In this episode of "I Forgot to Tell You Something," we’re hashing out the seemingly innocuous trend of framing ADHD as a "superpower." What are the complexities and potential consequences of this perspective?And why would ADHD - a lifelong neurodevelopmental disorder - ever be called a superpower in the first place?We cover:How the superpower narrative can affect people with ADHDThe difference between toxic positivity and genuine optimismThe importance of validating real struggles faced by individuals with ADHDThe role of privilege and access resources in the...2024-07-1745 minI Forgot to Tell You SomethingHow to talk to kids about ADHD (it doesn't have to be scary)It's the question that has well-intended ADHD parents shaking in their boots: what's the right way to tell my kid about their ADHD? When our kids are newly diagnosed with ADHD and we're navigating our own feelings around what it means for them, it's no wonder having these conversations feel scary.In this episode of I Forgot, Ron and Liz dive into the often anxiety-inducing topic and offer some hope for reassurance for parents who are desperately just trying to do the right thing. We're addressing head-on the common (and understandable!) fears we he...2024-05-1642 min
The Lucie Pod"You don't have to get to perfect" - ADHD Coaches Liz & Ron from I Forgot to Tell You Something PodcastTrigger Warning: Mental IllnessIn today's episode, I'm joined by the wonderful Liz Welshman and Ron Capalbo, ADHD coaches and hosts of the "I Forgot to Tell You Something" Podcast. Liz & Ron share their personal paths from receiving their ADHD diagnoses to becoming professional ADHD coaches, a journey that began at the ADHD Coach Academy where they first met. Yes, there is an ADHD coaching academy. Tune in for a beautifully hillarious, vulnerable and informative episode all about being an ADHD coach and how this is not a contradiction.Music & Editor: Trent Tucker...2024-05-081h 26I Forgot to Tell You SomethingADHD storytelling & making sense of the tragicFull disclosure: today’s episode is a bit of a bummer. Or you could say that we have emotional range..? This episode was recorded days after a tragic attack on women in Liz’s home town, in a place where women normally feel very safe. And it put Liz right on her arse. We unpack Liz’s big emotional response to the event, and the very human drive to make sense of the senseless. The ADHD brain is wired to create narratives around our big emotional experiences. There’s no pretty way to say this: the Bondi...2024-05-0349 minI Forgot to Tell You SomethingBig life stuff with ADHDBig changes can be scary, especially with ADHD. It's easy to put things off and feel overwhelmed. But there are ways to get excited and prepared without all the stress.Ron is getting ready to welcome his new baby - the ultimate deadline. Everyone's got an opinion, and there's so much stuff to do. Liz and Ron talk about how to:Find the fun in getting readyMake space for rest so you don't burn outLet go of worry and celebrate the winsStay in the moment and soak it inThe big message? Shift yo...2024-04-1653 minI Forgot to Tell You SomethingIs ADHD really an entrepreneureal superpower?Join us for an engaging conversation as Ron and Liz delve into the unique challenges and rewards of being an entrepreneur with ADHD. This episode offers a raw and honest look at the struggles with time management, organization, and delegation. Having a supportive community is so important! ADHDers have no problem in finding the joys in fun parts of running a business, but desperately need to outsource or get help with the not so fun parts. Imagine having a podcast producer to handle the behind-the-scenes work! *See more about this episode*...2024-03-1854 min
I Forgot to Tell You SomethingAll parents & coaches need a neurodiversity eye with Diane McLeanDiane McLean is a bonafide legend of the ADHD coaching world. She's a pioneer of kid coaching and a champion of focusing on strengths rather than deficits. Now she's got that ADHD itch for the next challenge: to help coaches, leaders and parents understand why a neurodiversity lens matters. Diane breaks down the fears parents face when raising ADHD kids and why believing them and meeting kids where they're at is so powerful. No two brains are alike, and we all benefit from understanding our unique brain wiring. Diane's on a mission to spread the word about s...2024-02-2755 min
I Forgot to Tell You SomethingRena Martine Helps Us Be Less Weird About SexHappy Valentine’s Day, lovers! As a special treat, women’s intimacy expert Rena Martine joins us to unpack how ADHD impacts our relationships and our ability to foster intimacy. Rena Martine shares her journey from being a sex crimes deputy district attorney to becoming a certified coach and speaker.The conversation covers the impact of rejection on initiating sex, the importance of handling rejection appropriately, understanding responsive desire, dealing with low sex drive or libido, addressing the impact of trauma on sex, the need for external validation and self-validation, and connecting self-image with feeling sexy....2024-02-131h 02
I Forgot to Tell You SomethingCreating the wins only we care about is a tricky minx with ADHDEver wonder why you'll do anything for anyone else, but sticking to those goals that only matter to you is so bloody hard? In this episode of I Forgot To Tell You Something, Ron and Liz unpack the ADHD tendency to be externally focused and prioritise the demands of the outside world over what we really, really want. Ron and Liz cover:Why people with ADHD often find themselves swept up in the praise and validation from others, neglecting goals that truly matter.How to cultivate loops of self-approval and stamps of validation for personal progressHow to loosen...2024-01-2242 min
I Forgot to Tell You SomethingWhen Aunt Susan says "everyone has ADHD these days"And what is going on with ADHD meds shortages? It's holidays, and Ron and Liz are cranky. Prepare to arm yourself for unsolicited advice from friends and family, and those off hand comments that can really sting: "everyone is a bit ADHD these days" "why don't you get a planner" "have you tried setting reminders?" "adhd stimulants are just legalised m*th!"*See more about this episode*Like what you're hearing? Hooray!~ Follow Ron on all the things , @adhd_ron2023-12-2253 min
I Forgot to Tell You SomethingWho Am I To Have Imposter Syndrome?!Ever wondered "Who am I to......" start a business? Write that book? Apply for a big promotion? Imposter syndrome is something everyone experiences every now and then, but particularly plagues ADHDers. Liz and Ron share their experiences with imposter syndrome, fear of failure and what they notice in their amazing ADHD coaching clients. Discover how for some, especially those with ADHD, feelings of self-doubt and inadequacy may serve as a maladaptive coping strategy, activating hyperfocus to avoid failure. But hear how over time, this strategy can lose effectiveness and hold you back from new opportunities. Learn tangible tips used...2023-12-1344 min
I Forgot to Tell You SomethingThe Grief, Relief & Beef of a Late ADHD DiagnosisA diagnosis of ADHD in adulthood brings an avalanche of different emotions – grief of lost opportunities, relief to have found answers, and flat out anger. In this conversation, Ron and Liz explore the emotional ups and downs of a late ADHD diagnosis. Getting an ADHD diagnosis as an adult can be a validating experience and the start of a journey of self-discovery and growth. It’s important to practice self-compassion and challenge negative self-talk, recognizing that ADHD is not a personal failing but a neurological difference. Leveraging strengths and focusing on what you are good at can help you navi...2023-12-0844 min
I Forgot to Tell You SomethingADHD Self Care That Doesn't SuckSelf-care when you have ADHD can feel like another job on a long list of "shoulds". In this episode of "I Forgot to Tell You Something," Ron and Liz explore some of the challenges with getting supportive self care practices off the ground when ADHD overwhelm is running the show. Dive into the nuanced aspects of self-care beyond the surface:understanding what you need and what works for youfostering self-compassionestablishing boundariesgetting ok with disappointing people - yikes!knowing when you're at breaking point and interveningseeking out those moments of relaxation, and tolerating the guilt monsterIf you...2023-11-1640 min
I Forgot to Tell You SomethingWelcome to I Forgot to Tell You SomethingWelcome to “I forgot to tell you something”, the podcast here to give you hugs and sometimes help when life and ADHD collide. Join ADHD coaches Ron Capalbo and Liz Welshman as they unpack the real life challenges of ADHD. Ron and Liz are both ADHDers buzzing real time through their own ups, downs and half finished ideas. So when it comes to life with ADHD, they’ve almost seen, heard or overreacted to it all. They're unshockable, mostly unstoppable and they want you to know that - whatever ADHD is throwing at you right now - yo...2023-11-0802 min
Now Presenting: ADHDThe Optimization TrapHave you ever had a project or interest you feel so strongly about, but couldn't seem to take any real steps toward completion, because you’re stuck trying to brainstorm the absolute best approach? Or if you do find the best possible solution, do you find yourself anxious at the idea of executing that perfect solution? If you do, you’re not alone.Now Presenting, ADHD, and what Jaye calls the Optimization Trap.After exploring the Optimization Trap and why we can get stuck in it, host Jaye Lin is joined by Ron Capalbo and Liz...2022-11-1044 min