It doesn't have to be all or nothing

Is ADHD a Super Power?

There has been much discussion of late, particularly in ADHD Month - October, that ADHD is a Super Power. In this episode, I'll be making the case as to why ADHD is Not a Super Power and whilst it can help you laser focused at times, for the most part, it holds you back from getting on with everyday life.

A School Teacher's Insights to Living and Teaching with ADHD

Jennifer is a brilliant teacher, loved by her pupils for the creative and inspiring ways she helps them succeed. Living with ADHD, and possibly ASD, gives her a unique spark in the classroom — but it’s also brought its fair share of challenges. Through assessment and diagnosis, Jennifer has learned to understand herself better, be kinder to herself, and recognise the real difference she makes to her pupils, friends, and colleagues. This is Jennifer’s story.

In Conversation with Julia Sutherland: Comedy, ADHD & Finding Balance

In this episode of Gordon Brown Has ADHD, I sit down with Scottish comedian, TV producer, and radio host Julia Sutherland to talk about her journey with ADHD. From navigating the fast-paced world of comedy to managing the challenges of undiagnosed symptoms, Julia shares how ADHD has shaped her career and personal life. We dive into her late diagnosis, the impact of medication and treatment, and how ADHD influences creativity, impulsivity, and storytelling. Julia brings her signature humour and insight to the conversation, offering a refreshing perspective on what it means to live with ADHD in the entertainment industry. This episode is packed with relatable moments, candid reflections, and a few laughs. Tune in for an honest and uplifting chat about embracing ADHD, finding your strengths, and the power of humour in the face of life’s challenges.

Subscriptions and Memberships

In this episode, we explore the pearls of subscriptions and memberships. How it is so easy to commit to a subscription but then never actually use and worse, never get round to cancelling. It's time to claw back your money, cancel those subscriptions and memberships, which can go along way to improving your finances.

It doesn't have to be all or nothing

In this first episode, we're tackling a common challenge for people with ADHD: the all-or-nothing mindset. When you get an idea, you often throw yourselves in completely - full of energy, enthusiasm, and commitment. But more often than not, that intensity is hard to sustain, and you find you efforts fizzling out sooner than you'd hoped. It doesn't have to be this way. Join Gordon Brown as he explores how starting small and making things easier for yourself can help you build momentum and achieve lasting success. With practical strategies and real stories, this episode is all about shifting from unsustainable bursts of energy to creating habits that stick. If you've ever struggled to keep things going after an initial burst of enthusiasm, this episode is for you.