ADHD Eavesdrop
🎧 ADHD Eavesdrop is the podcast where you can be a butterfly on the wall, listening in on real, unscripted conversations about life with ADHD. Hosted by ADHD Life Coach Janine VanStee, each episode dives into authentic chats with experts, educators, coaches, and everyday people living with ADHD. We explore challenges, breakthroughs, and the messy, beautiful realities of neurodivergent life — from school and work struggles to creativity, relationships, mental health, and everything in between. Whether you're diagnosed, self-diagnosed, or just curious, ADHD Eavesdrop is here to bring you connection, insights, laughter, and lots of "me too!" moments. New episodes every Monday.
Episodes
Radical acceptance isn’t easy—especially with ADHD. In this episode of ADHD Eavesdrop, ADHD life coaches Janine VanStee and Beth Thomas get real about why self-acceptance is such a challenge for neurodivergent folks. We dive into perfectionism, people-pleasing, internalized shame, and the lifelong impact of growing up feeling “different.” Whether you’re late diagnosed or just learning to embrace your brain, this is the episode for ...
Learn how ADHD impacts school life, IEPs vs. 504 Plans, and how to advocate for the right support. Real talk with a school psychologist and a late-diagnosed ADHD host!
Navigating ADHD at school can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone! In this episode of ADHD Eavesdrop, host Janine VanStee sits down with longtime friend and school psychologist Kevin Seale to break down everything parents need to know about ADHD, IEPs, and 504 Pla...
ADHD and food issues are real—meal prep, grocery shopping, impulsive eating, executive dysfunction, and demand avoidance all make eating tough. If you've ever forgotten to eat or binged on snacks after 10pm, this one’s for you.
In this episode of ADHD Eavesdrop, ADHD life coach Janine VanStee and returning guest Rachel Kurivan talk about their complex relationships with food. From the stress of planning meals and shopping to the sha...
What if the voice telling you to keep vaping... isn’t really you?
In this powerful Part 2 conversation with trauma-informed coach Cheryl Dics, we explore the inner critic, the “addictive brain,” and the sacred work of meeting your shadow self. This episode is packed with insights for anyone navigating ADHD, emotional triggers, people-pleasing, or recovery from addiction.
🌿 In This Episode, We Explore:
- Shadow work & confrontin...
In this episode of ADHD Eavesdrop, Janine welcomes back Cheryl Dics, founder of Sigma Wolf Coaching, to discuss her transformative new course, "Personal Recovery and Emotional Intelligence." Cheryl shares her personal journey through addiction, recovery, and the critical difference between making choices and making decisions. They dive deep into coping mechanisms, addiction awareness, emotional intelligence, and strategies for buil...
In this episode of ADHD Eavesdrop, Janine VanStee sits down with Cheryl Dics, creator of the Personal Recovery and Emotional Intelligence course and founder of Sigma Wolf Coaching. Cheryl shares her powerful journey through addiction, emotional growth, and recovery, including how she overcame smoking, binge eating, and alcohol use, and how ADHD influenced her path.
We explore the difference between making choices versus decisions wh...
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Janine and Mary reflect on ADHD, emotional growth, and the power of curiosity, self-awareness, and grace. They explore impulsivity, relationships, and how to shed old stories to embrace your true self.
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In this special episode of ADHD Eavesdrop, ADHD coach Janine VanStee gets interviewed by her client and friend, Inna Phelps. They dive into the challenges and strengths of living with adult ADHD, discussing late diagnosis, entrepreneurship, impulse control, and the struggle to stay organized while running a business.
Janine shares how discovering her ADHD at 50 changed everything—her career, relationships, and self-perception. They ...
📢 Description: Struggling with ADHD motivation, focus, or energy? In this episode of ADHD Eavesdrop, I chat with Dr. Saara Haapanen, an ADHD expert, performance psychologist, and movement-based wellness coach. Dr. Saara shares her journey from elite athlete and Olympic alternate to coaching individuals and businesses on ADHD-friendly motivation, productivity, and wellness strategies.
💡 What You'll Learn:
✅ Why traditional motivati...
In this episode of ADHD Eavesdrop, host Janine VanStee sits down with Jami Kirkbride, a parenting expert and ADHD advocate, to explore ADHD misdiagnosis, Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), and neurodivergent parenting strategies. Jami, a mother of seven and author, shares her insights on understanding child behavior, managing emotional regulation, and supporting families raising kids with ADHD.
🦋Be a Butterfly on the Wall and Lis...
Join host Janine VanStee and Guest Beth Thomas as they explore the rich experiences of neurodivergent individuals in this insightful episode. Drawing from their own journeys, they discuss the challenges and triumphs of living with neurodivergence, the importance of creativity, and the need for self-acceptance. They dive deep into topics such as shame and perfectionism, the role of curiosity in decision-making, and strategies. Liste...
Late Diagnosis, ADHD Productivity Hacks, and Neurodivergent Insights
Struggling with ADHD, Autism, or late diagnosis? Discover expert productivity hacks, neurodivergent coping strategies, and workplace accessibility tips with Jonny & Janine!
🦋 Be a Butterfly on the Wall and Listen in on My Conversations! 🦋
In this episode, Jonny and Janine share their lived experiences with ADHD, Autism, and sensory processing disorder (SPD), di...
🦋Be a Butterfly on the Wall and Listen in on My Conversations! 🦋
Listen in as Janine and guest Lynne Williams share their journeys as educators, coaches, and entrepreneurs. Hear them discuss the challenges and rewards of living with neurodivergent individuals, emphasizing the importance of networking and maintaining an online presence. Discover the value of tracking accomplishments, giving back to the community, and the role of a ...
🦋Be a Butterfly on the Wall and Listen in on My Conversations! 🦋
In this episode, Janine and Jen Kreiner discuss the impact of personal values on motivation, goal setting, and decision-making, highlighting how these drivers shape our experiences in personal and professional life. They address the challenges faced by neurodivergent employees, advocating for a systematic routine to reduce mental load. The hosts emphasize self-advoca...
🦋Be a Butterfly on the Wall and Listen in on My Conversations! 🦋
In this insightful episode, Janine sits down with Dr. Anna Burns to delve into the unique challenges and opportunities that come with being diagnosed with ADHD later in life. They emphasize the critical importance of self-compassion and self-awareness as foundational elements in managing symptoms.
Listeners will learn practical strategies for effective task management...
🦋Be a Butterfly on the Wall and Listen in on My Conversations!🦋
In this enlightening episode, host Janine VanStee and guest, Megan Nebozuk delve into their personal journeys and share insightful strategies on raising children with ADHD. They explore the significance of identifying and cultivating unique passions in each child, while also adapting to their individual learning styles. Listeners will hear firsthand about the inherent...
🦋 Be a Butterfly on the Wall and Listen in on My Conversations! 🦋
In this episode of the ADHD Eavesdrop podcast, host Janine Van is joined by her daughter Savannah to dive into the often-overlooked topic of comorbidities associated with ADHD. Together, they explore the various conditions that can co-occur with ADHD, including personality disorders, anxiety, and depression. Savannah shares insights on what personality disorders are...
🦋 Be a Butterfly on the Wall and Listen in on My Conversations! 🦋
In this episode, Janine and Inna delve into the unique challenges and joys of navigating the holiday season with ADHD. Ina shares her recent exciting life changes, including a significant career advancement, while reflecting on her journey from being an "enemy" of ADHD to becoming a passionate advocate. The conversation touches on the realities of balancing family d...
🦋 Be a Butterfly on the Wall and Listen in on My Conversations! 🦋
Join Janine and her friend Mary in this engaging episode where they explore the transformative power of exercise for managing ADHD. With nearly a year of working out together, they share their personal journeys, the benefits of exercise, and how having a workout buddy can enhance motivation and accountability.
In this episode, they discuss:
- How exercise can improve ...
In this insightful episode of ADHD Eaves Drop, host Janine VanStee welcomes back life coach Cheryl Dics, as they delve into the often-overlooked impact of perimenopause and menopause on women with ADHD. Join them for an open and candid discussion about the changes these life stages bring and how they affect ADHD symptoms. Janine and Cheryl explore the science behind hormonal changes, the role of neurotransmitters like dopamine and ...
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