Nikki Kinzer has dedicated her career to fostering improved living systems, transitioning from retail management and human resources to professional organizing, where she discovered her vocation in aiding individuals with ADHD. She refocused her business in 2010 to cater to adults and college students with ADHD, becoming a certified coach with the ADD Coach Academy and the International Coaching Federation. Kinzer’s current venture, Take Control ADHD, offers coaching, online trainings, and fosters a global community for those seeking to understand and manage their ADHD. She also co-hosts the successful “Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast,” which since its inception in 2010, has amassed over 500 episodes, millions of downloads, and a vibrant Discord community for listener engagement.
Emotional dysregulation is one of ADHD’s most disruptive and misunderstood challenges, causing intense emotional reactions that can derail relationships, productivity, and self-esteem. This week, Nikki and Pete explore the science behind these emotional storms and share practical strategies to regain balance and resilience.
Why is making a decision sometimes the hardest thing in the world? For those with ADHD, the labyrinth of choices can feel impossibly complex. Each twist and turn demands attention and energy—resources that are already stretched thin. This week Nikki and Pete peel back the layers of decision-making through the ADHD lens, unraveling why such a seemingly simple act can feel like scaling a mountain.
What happens when life throws you off course? The meeting runs late, the pipes freeze, or the day crumbles before it even begins. For most people, problem-solving is instinctive. For those with ADHD, however, it’s a far more complex process—one filled with creativity, frustration, and unpredictability.
Tony and Cassi Bellezza founded Anthony’s Way—The Road to Kindness to honor their son Anthony, who lived with ADHD and inspired others through his compassion. The organization helps children and teens with ADHD thrive by providing resources, mentorship, and understanding. For the Bellezzas, Anthony’s legacy is a reminder that ADHD isn’t a limitation—it’s a different path, best navigated with kindness.
Do words like “just” and “only” secretly sabotage your success? Join us this week on The ADHD Podcast as we explore the sneaky power of language and reveal how to break free from the “Language of Limitation.”
Living with ADHD takes courage, adaptability, and resilience. But ADHDers rarely give themselves credit for what they do accomplish. This episode is a rallying cry to celebrate just that—everything you’ve already done, no matter how small it seems.
Are you trapped in a cycle of trying too hard and burning out? This week we explore how “letting go” of unrealistic expectations and self-criticism can empower you to unlock new potential in your relationship with ADHD.
On this episode of Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast, Nikki and Pete dive headfirst into decluttering, exploring the peculiar relationship between our stuff and our sanity.
Is ADHD a fast track to burnout? Join Pete and Nikki as they talk with David Greenwood, author of Overcoming Burnout, about the surprising link between ADHD and exhaustion, and discover practical strategies to reclaim your energy and focus.
Feeling stuck in a life that isn’t truly yours? Join us as we talk with Kate House about breaking free from societal expectations and designing a life filled with purpose and intention.