In this thought-provoking podcast episode, co-hosts Tara McGillicuddy and Lynne Edris come together to explore the connection between motivation, inspiration, and adult ADHD. They delve into the unique challenges individuals with ADHD face when it comes to maintaining motivation and finding inspiration in their lives. Through their insightful discussion, Tara and Lynne provide valuable insights and practical strategies to help listeners harness their motivation and find inspiration even in the face of ADHD-related obstacles.
Tara and Lynne begin by highlighting the common struggle experienced by individuals with ADHD when it comes to motivation. They discuss the fluctuating nature of motivation, with individuals often finding it challenging to sustain their drive and enthusiasm over time. The co-hosts also emphasize that traditional approaches to motivation, such as rewards or consequences, may not always be effective for individuals with ADHD.
The conversation then shifts to the concept of inspiration and how it can play a significant role in fueling motivation for individuals with ADHD. Tara and Lynne explore the idea that inspiration often comes from connecting with one’s passions, values, and purpose. They discuss the importance of identifying what truly inspires and energizes each individual, as this can serve as a powerful catalyst for motivation.
Throughout the episode, Tara and Lynne provide practical strategies to help listeners tap into their motivation and find inspiration in their lives. Here are some key takeaways:
1. Understanding personal values and passions: The co-hosts stress the significance of understanding one’s personal values and passions. They encourage listeners to reflect on what truly matters to them and what activities or pursuits bring them joy and fulfillment. By aligning tasks and goals with personal values, individuals can ignite their motivation and find inspiration in their daily lives.
2. Breaking tasks into manageable steps: Tara and Lynne discuss the importance of breaking larger tasks or goals into smaller, more manageable steps. They highlight the benefits of focusing on one step at a time, as this can make the overall task feel less overwhelming and more attainable. By taking incremental actions, individuals can maintain their motivation and build momentum.
3. Creating a supportive environment: The co-hosts emphasize the impact of the environment on motivation and inspiration. They discuss the importance of creating a physical and mental space that supports focus and productivity. This may include decluttering the workspace, minimizing distractions, and surrounding oneself with positive influences and reminders of personal goals.
4. Building accountability and support: Tara and Lynne explore the role of accountability and support in maintaining motivation. They discuss the benefits of finding an accountability partner, joining support groups, or seeking professional guidance. By sharing goals, progress, and challenges with others, individuals can find encouragement, support, and a sense of collective motivation.
5. Recognizing and celebrating progress: The co-hosts highlight the significance of acknowledging and celebrating progress along the way. They discuss the tendency for individuals with ADHD to focus on perceived failures or setbacks, which can dampen motivation. By intentionally recognizing and celebrating small victories, individuals can reinforce their motivation and boost their self-confidence.
Throughout the episode, Tara and Lynne provide real-life examples, personal anecdotes, and practical insights that resonate with individuals living with ADHD. They emphasize the idea that motivation and inspiration are not fixed entities but can be nurtured and cultivated through self-awareness and intentional practices.
In conclusion, this episode offers a valuable exploration of the connection between motivation, inspiration, and adult ADHD. Tara McGillicuddy and Lynne Edris provide listeners with practical strategies to overcome motivational challenges and find inspiration in their lives. By understanding personal values, breaking tasks into manageable steps, creating a supportive environment, building accountability, and celebrating progress, individuals with ADHD can tap into their motivation and discover renewed inspiration to navigate their daily lives with greater purpose and fulfillment.
Tara McGillicuddy is described by those who know her – clients, fellow leaders, and community – as 
dedicated to the deep, soulful energetic-level shifts required by life. Whether she’s helping to SEE your life more clearly, identify where you’re stuck, tuning into sacred energies OR she’s helping to build a practical life with tools, structure, physical help and precise action steps, she is committed to giving everything she knows to help you live your best life and to feel fulfilled by it.
Tara has been known and celebrated in the ADHD community for decades of practical and long-lasting shifts in tens of thousands in her communities. The creator of ADDClasses.com, The ADHD Awareness Expo and ADHD Support Talk Radio Tara is one of the longest-standing leaders in the field. Over the years she has also honed her natural skills as an empath. She now also combines the rare gift of sight and energetic knowing and her latest project is Empath Now a resource to help Empower Empaths.
Podcast Co-Host Lynne Edris is a Productivity & ADHD Coach who helps overwhelmed professionals from all over the world learn to accomplish what they intend and take control of their days with ease so that they can perform at the level of their abilities and have more time, more energy and more bandwidth for what matters most to them. Lynne is a woman, wife, and mom with ADHD herself, so she understands the struggles and challenges of living with ADHD. She has gone from living in the constant state of chaos, overwhelm, and under-performance that adults with ADHD know far too well, to living a life of more success and fulfillment than she once dreamed possible. Her passion is to help others fulfill their own potential and start “firing on all cylinders” in all areas of your life. You can learn more about Lynne at www.CoachingADDvantages.com, and text keyword “HACK” to 33777 to get her 7 Fool-Proof Productivity Hacks for unfocused professionals!
ADHD Support Talk Radio is an award winning Podcast for Adults with ADD / ADHD. Co-hosts Tara McGillicuddy and Lynne Edris are joined by Adult ADHD experts and they cover important topics related to Adult ADD / ADHD. Podcast guests include Dr. Edward Hallowell, Dr. Stephanie Sarkis, Dr. Ari Tuckman, Laurie Dupar, Terry Matlen and many more.
Tara McGillicuddy is the Producer, Owner and Co-host of the ADHD Support Talk Radio Podcast. You may contact Tara with general questions or feedback about the podcast.
Lynne Edris is the Co-host of the ADHD Support Talk Radio Podcast. You may contact Lynne with feedback about her episodes.