Ever feel like everyone else got the instruction manual for life—but yours was missing a few...chapters?
You’re not alone. I'm Jorie Houlihan— late diagnosed ADHDer, ADHD coach, mom of two ADHD teens 😳, and Your Guide for the Dopamine-Deprived™️.
On ADHD &..., I’m breaking down the real-life, unfiltered experiences of women with ADHD—one topic at a time. Each episode is a bite-sized chat (think 10–20 minutes - unless it's an interview which will be longer) that tackles everyday challenges—from motivation and follow-through to emotional spirals and executive dysfunction—with honesty, humor, practical tools you can actually use looking at all of it through the lens of curiosity.
If you're a woman navigating ADHD in adulthood and craving real talk, realistic solutions, and a little bit of “oh my god, same,” this show is for you. New episodes every week—subscribe now and come feel seen, heard, and maybe even a little bit empowered.
ADHD & Somatic Movement: When Your Brain Won't Stop, Start With Your Body | Kira Macoun
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ADHD and somatic movement: 19-year movement professional Kira Macoun explains how tuning into your body can calm an ADHD brain, release tension you didn't know you were holding, and make stillness feel possible, even if meditation has never worked for you.
If you've tried every meditation app and concluded you're just bad at stillness, this conversation is for you. Kira spent years breaking down in tears trying to meditate "the right way," until one winter night in a parked car in Chicago taught her that calm can start in the body, not the mind. That moment set her on the path to clinical somatic movement, and in this episode she makes it practical for ADHD brains.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- The parked car story that finally made meditation click for Kira, and what somatic movement is in plain words
- Hanna Somatics and pandiculation: contracting into tension so your brain learns how to let it go, plus the stress reflexes and why stretching alone doesn't work
- ADHD in daily life: meltdowns, racing thoughts, and the movement tools (dancing, movement breaks) that help, plus what a general anxiety disorder diagnosis reframed
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CONNECT WITH KIRA:
Website: comfyfitness.com (https://comfyfitness.com) (now)
Instagram: @comfy_fitness (https://www.instagram.com/comfy_fitness/)
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ABOUT THE SHOW
ADHD &... with Jorie Houlihan is a podcast for women with ADHD who are tired of trying harder and ready to understand how their brain works. New episodes drop every week.
You can also 👀 watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joriehoulihan/podcasts (https://www.youtube.com/@joriehoulihan/podcasts)
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Disclaimer: Jorie Houlihan and the "ADHD &..." podcast are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding your specific health needs.
Theme music: Jorie Houlihan + GarageBand
22 Sept 2026
Grief After ADHD Diagnosis: The Part Nobody Warns You About
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Ever felt a wave of relief wash over you after a long-awaited diagnosis, only to be met with unexpected grief? In this eye-opening episode, Jorie Houlihan, an ADHD life coach and late-diagnosed ADHD advocate, shares what it was really like to receive an ADHD diagnosis at 49. Discover how the initial joy of understanding her unique brain morphed into a profound sense of loss for the years spent feeling misunderstood and unrecognized.
Jorie dives deep into the complexities of navigating life with ADHD, highlighting the unique challenges women face when diagnosed later in life. You'll uncover the hidden layers of grief that accompany such realizations. She explains, "I wasn't grieving the diagnosis. I was grieving the woman who lived 49 years with a brain that nobody could see or understand." This powerful insight resonates with anyone who has felt the weight of unrecognized struggles.
In this episode, you'll discover:
➜ The emotional rollercoaster of receiving a late ADHD diagnosis and how it can feel like a mix of relief and sorrow.
➜ What to expect when the grief hits and why it’s a normal part of the experience.
➜ What the grief is for, and one way to look at your past as a symptom, not a verdict
Left unaddressed, this grief quietyly feeds the self-doubt so many women already carry. Jorie’s insights not only validate these experiences but also empower listeners to meet themselves with compassion and understanding.
This episode is for anyone navigating the complexities of ADHD, especially women seeking connection and validation. Join Jorie as she redefines grief in the context of ADHD and offers a lifeline to those who have felt alone in their struggles. Tune in now to uncover what your grief has been trying to tell you and find the freedom to embrace your unique brain!
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RATE & REVIEW:
If this episode resonated, please follow the show & leave a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/adhdand (https://ratethispodcast.com/adhdand)
ABOUT THE PODCAST
ADHD &... with Jorie Houlihan is a podcast for women with ADHD who are tired of trying harder - and ready to understand how their brain works. New episodes drop every week.
You can also 👀 watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joriehoulihan/podcasts (https://www.youtube.com/@joriehoulihan/podcasts)
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Other ways to connect with Jorie:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joriehoulihan (https://www.instagram.com/joriehoulihan)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joriehoulihan1/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joriehoulihan1/)
My Favorite Things!: https://tinyurl.com/4ykszepc (https://tinyurl.com/4ykszepc)
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Disclaimer: Jorie Houlihan and the "ADHD &..." podcast are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding your specific health needs.
Theme music: Jorie Houlihan + GarageBand
15 Sept 2026
ADHD &... the Unanswered Text: Why Replying Feels So Hard
The unanswered text sits there getting heavier every time you see the bold name in your messages. It's been three weeks. If that's you, ADHD is not flakiness, and this episode sees you. You've written the reply at least six times in your head.
In this episode:
➜ Why a ten-second text becomes twelve decisions in an ADHD brain, and why I call it the Activation Wall
➜ The unsent reply trap, and why "I'll reply when I can do it right" is a window that never opens
➜ The two-line reply that does the repair and makes the plan, plus when a real apology is owed vs. a light one
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📩 Get weekly ADHD insights delivered to your inbox: Jorie's Substack and Newsletters (https://tinyurl.com/2wb2492b)
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RATE & REVIEW:
If this episode resonated, please follow the show & leave a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/adhdand (https://ratethispodcast.com/adhdand)
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ABOUT THE PODCAST
ADHD &... with Jorie Houlihan is a podcast for women with ADHD who are tired of trying harder - and ready to understand how their brain works. New episodes drop every week.
You can also 👀 watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joriehoulihan/podcasts (https://www.youtube.com/@joriehoulihan/podcasts)
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Other ways to connect with Jorie:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joriehoulihan (https://www.instagram.com/joriehoulihan)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joriehoulihan1/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joriehoulihan1/)
My Favorite Things!: https://tinyurl.com/4ykszepc (https://tinyurl.com/4ykszepc)
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Disclaimer: Jorie Houlihan and the "ADHD &..." podcast are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding your specific health needs.
Theme music: Jorie Houlihan + GarageBand
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