Hi, friend! I'll keep this short and sweet, because ADHD!
Whether you're newly diagnosed or have known for a century, Overachievers Anonymous: ADHD Edition is the podcast for you. Join me and my guests as we explore the latest research, share personal stories, and provide actionable advice to help you live your best life with ADHD.
Why Having Unrealistic Expectations is Causing an Existential Crisis
When was the last time you gave yourself credit for how far you’ve actually come?
Challenge the belief that you must operate at peak performance every single day
Explore why rest isn’t laziness (it’s the foundation of sustainable growth)
Reflect on the generational patterns, barriers, and self-doubt you’ve already overcome
Recognize the invisible work: therapy, coaching, boundaries, accommodations, asking for help
Reframe productivity by lowering the goalposts (on purpose) to prevent burnout and keep moving forward
Links & Resources:
Before you rage quit your job, try this! (free webinar) — https://outsmartadhd.co/ragequit (https://outsmartadhd.co/ragequit)
Book a free ADHD coaching consult — https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult (https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult)
26 Feb 2026
Why Overachieving ADHDers Want to Quit their Job (And What’s Actually Burning You Out)
Are you sure it’s your job that’s the problem?
Expose the real source of work burnout (hint: it’s not just your boss)
Break down why relying on urgency and last-minute panic is draining your mental health
Reveal how unsupported executive functioning creates chronic stress and dread
Challenge the “just try harder” mindset and internalized ableism keeping you stuck
What actually needs to change to make work sustainable
Book a free ADHD coaching consult
https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult (https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult)
19 Feb 2026
Why High Achievers Feel Unsafe Being Just Adequate at Work
Are your high standards actually the reason you’re exhausted at work?
Unpack the “underachieving kid to overachieving adult” pipeline and how it fuels burnout
Reveal how ADHD brains chase dopamine through overperformance and praise
Expose the impossible standards that make a normal workload feel unsustainable
Reframe what “your best” actually means (without sacrificing your mental health)
Learn practical ways to reset expectations, prioritize what’s truly yours, and set boundaries that stick
Links & Resources:
Before you rage quit your job, try this! (free webinar) — https://outsmartadhd.co/ragequit (https://outsmartadhd.co/ragequit)
Book a free ADHD coaching consult — https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult (https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult)
Who has been a guest on Outsmart ADHD
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Jamie Silver
Jamie Silverstein
Lauren Elizabeth
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Apple Podcasts (US)
4.7 / 5
16 ratings
Spotify
4.5 / 5
20 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 65 / 100
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