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What happens when success on the outside hides a very different reality on the inside?

In this powerful episode of Thriving with ADHD, host Nada Pupovac speaks with Jason McDaid, fire engineer, speaker, and founder of The 78% Club. Jason shares his deeply personal journey of living with undiagnosed ADHD, battling imposter syndrome, and carrying what he calls Hidden Cognitive Strain—the invisible mental and emotional effort required to keep performing while quietly struggling beneath the surface.

Together, they explore the connection between ADHD and self-doubt, the impact of late diagnosis, perfectionism, professional identity, and the importance of reaching out for support.

This conversation is honest, vulnerable, and ultimately hopeful for anyone who has ever felt like they were secretly failing despite appearing successful.

⚠️ Content Note: This episode contains discussion of depression, burnout, suicidal ideation, and mental health struggles. Listener discretion is advised.

Learn more about Jason and The 78% Club at 78percentclub.com.

Thank you for listening to Thriving with ADHD. This show is produced by Animo Sano Psychiatry. For more information about our clinic, please visit animosanopsychiatry.com.

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Many adults struggle to understand whether their symptoms point to ADHD, anxiety, or a combination of both. Difficulty focusing, racing thoughts, restlessness, overwhelm, and trouble getting things done can all show up in both conditions which is why distinguishing between them is not always straightforward.

In this episode of Thriving with ADHD, Nada sits down with Carolyn 'Callie' Kundert, PA-C at Animo Sano Psychiatry to unpack the complex relationship between ADHD and anxiety. Together, they explore why anxiety is often diagnosed first, how ADHD can sometimes be overlooked or masked, and how clinicians work to tell the difference between the two conditions.

Callie also explains:

• Common symptoms shared by ADHD and anxiety
• Why untreated ADHD can contribute to anxiety over time
• How ADHD and anxiety can interact and reinforce each other
• What clinicians look for during assessment
• Differences in treatment approaches for ADHD, anxiety, or both conditions together
• Why getting evaluated by a trained professional matters

This episode offers practical insight, validation, and hope for anyone trying to better understand their mental health and the way their brain works.

Whether you’ve been diagnosed, are exploring your symptoms, or simply want to learn more, this conversation helps clarify one of the most common areas of confusion in adult mental health.

For more information about Animo Sano Psychiatry, visit our website.

Thank you for listening to Thriving with ADHD. This show is produced by Animo Sano Psychiatry. For more information about our clinic, please visit animosanopsychiatry.com.

Animo Sano Psychiatry is constantly looking for the talent in behavioral health. If you are a psychiatrist, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or mental health therapist, we'd love to hear from you. Visit our Careers pages to learn more about the available positions. https://animosanopsychiatry.com/careers/

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In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, distracted, or burned out. But how do you know when it might be ADHD rather than just everyday life?

In this episode of Thriving with ADHD, host Nada Pupovac is joined by Dr. Jennifer Dall, a Grief-Informed Neurodivergence Specialist and founder of ADHD Holistically. Together, they explore how to distinguish between normal life stress and ADHD, and why so many people — especially women — go years without recognizing the signs.

Dr. Jennifer shares both her professional expertise and personal experience of being diagnosed with ADHD in her 50s, offering a compassionate and practical perspective on understanding your brain, recognizing patterns, and managing daily life with more ease.

You’ll learn:

• How to tell the difference between ADHD and everyday overwhelm
• Common behaviors that are often misunderstood or mislabelled
• Why patterns and consistency matter
• Practical tools and mindset shifts to reduce overwhelm
• What to do if you think you might have ADHD

This episode is for anyone who has ever wondered: Is it ADHD… or is it just life?

Dr. Jennifer Dall's website and social media links:

• Website: https://adhdholistically.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhd.holistically
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/ADHDHolistically/100077667853992/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-dall-ed-d-226857317/

Thank you for listening to Thriving with ADHD. This show is produced by Animo Sano Psychiatry. For more information about our clinic, please visit animosanopsychiatry.com.

Animo Sano Psychiatry is constantly looking for the talent in behavioral health. If you are a psychiatrist, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or mental health therapist, we'd love to hear from you. Visit our Careers pages to learn more about the available positions. https://animosanopsychiatry.com/careers/