Ever feel like you're failing your partner—no matter how hard you try? ADHD can twist even the best intentions into missed connections, misunderstood actions, and emotional disconnection. In this episode of Hypercast, we unpack the raw truth behind why relationships feel so hard when you're neurodivergent—and what can actually shift the dynamic. 👉 Subscribe to Hypercast for new episodes every other Week: https://www.youtube.com/@HypercastPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 🎙 Meet Your Hypercast Hosts 🔹 Melissa Llewellyn Snider – ADHD Coach, Educator & EP of Hypercast Melissa helps ADHDers build systems and strategies for life, work, and executive function challenges. 📍 https://likemindcoaching.com/ 🔹 Brianna Morton – ADHD Coach, Educator & Therapist Brianna blends ADHD education with mental health support and executive function tools. 📍 https://understandingadhd.ca/ 🌐 More Episodes + Resources https://www.hypercastpod.com/ 🎥 Watch next: ADHD& Masking→ https://youtu.be/Mz3zUbptYPg 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Podcast App Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 1:30 The ADHD partner paradox: caring deeply but dropping the ball 5:00 How masking impacts long-term relationships 8:30 Explaining behavior without sounding like you're making excuses 11:00 Emotional permanence and feeling unloved 14:00 Sensory sensitivities and intimacy 16:00 People pleasing, fawning, and abuse red flags 18:30 What real safety and support look like 19:45 You deserve love—even if you've been told otherwise #ADHD #NeurodivergentLife #ADHDPodcast 🧠 About Hypercast Real talk about ADHD life—challenges, systems, relationships, work, and the moments in between. Hosted by two ADHD coaches who’ve lived it. #ADHD #Neurodivergent #ADHDPodcast #Hypercast

Ever feel like your emotions hijack your brain? One second you’re fine—then you're spiraling over something as small as someone eating your last frozen waffle. If you live with ADHD, this emotional rollercoaster isn't just a personality quirk. It's a real, neurological experience—and you’re not alone. 👉 Subscribe to Hypercast for real, relatable ADHD conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@HypercastPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 🎙️ In this episode, we explore: Why emotional dysregulation is so common in ADHD What’s actually happening in your brain during those explosive moments Tactics to manage intense emotions—in the moment and over time How shame, guilt, and internalized judgment make it worse What emotional self-trust really looks like (and how to rebuild it) This episode is about understanding what’s happening under the surface—and finding tools that actually make life feel more livable. 👥 Co-Hosts Melissa Llewellyn Snider Melissa is an ADHD coach and the Executive Producer of Hypercast. She offers 1-to-1 coaching and corporate education on ADHD and neurodiversity. 🔗 https://likemindcoaching.com Brianna Morton Brianna is an ADHD coach and therapist intern. She’s passionate about supporting neurodivergent adults through self-understanding and compassion. 🔗 https://understandingadhd.ca 00:00 Introduction: Emotional Hijacking 01:03 Understanding Emotion Dysregulation 01:19 The Window of Tolerance 04:01 Coping Mechanisms and Dysregulation 04:48 Impact on Relationships 10:47 Building Your Toolbox 17:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 28:40 The Window of Tolerance (And How to Use It) 33:10 Rebuilding Trust With Yourself After Dysregulation 37:25 Final Thoughts – You’re Not Broken

ADHD masking can make you forget who you are beneath the performance. After going no contact with family, I had to ask: What do I even like? What parts of me are actually mine? This was the beginning of finding myself again. 🎧 Full Hypercast episode → https://youtu.be/Mz3zUbptYPg #ADHD #Masking #Neurodivergent #Identity #Unmasking

“Every time I try to reach out, I get rejected... so I created a space where I don’t have to prove I belong.” In this short, Brianna Morton shares what it feels like to face rejection sensitivity—and how ADHDers can stop chasing approval and start building community that feels safe by default. 🎧 Full episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2328723/episodes/17200558 📺 Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/YcHLo5wtYDs 👉 Listen to the full episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2328723/episodes/17200558 💬 What does a safe space mean to you? Tell us in the comments. #ADHDCommunity #RejectionSensitivity #NeurodivergentBelonging #HypercastShorts

“If we keep trying to be the chameleon that matches everyone else, we’re just draining ourselves.” In this Hypercast short, Melissa reflects on the deep cost of masking and shape-shifting to fit in—especially for ADHDers and neurodivergent folks. 🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2328723/episodes/17200558 📺 Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/YcHLo5wtYDs 💬 Ever feel like you're shrinking yourself to make others comfortable? Let us know in the comments. #ADHDMasking #NeurodivergentEnergy #HypercastShorts #ADHDCommunity

They Get Me. There’s nothing like the moment you meet someone and just know they get it. This episode explores how ADHDers find that kind of connection—what it takes to build safe, supportive community and what it feels like when it finally clicks. 👉 Listen to the full episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2328723/episodes/17200558 🎥 Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/YcHLo5wtYDs 💬 Has finding the right people changed things for you? Drop your thoughts in the comments. #ADHDCommunity #ADHDSelfCare #NeurodivergentSupport #Hypercast #Shorts #ADHD #Nerodiversity

They Get Me. There’s nothing like the moment you meet someone and just know they get it. This episode explores how ADHDers find that kind of connection, what it takes to build a safe, supportive ADHD Community, and what it looks and feels like when it finally clicks. 📌 In This Episode We talk about why community matters so much for ADHDers, how to find people who truly resonate with you, and how to create safe, shared spaces where you don’t have to mask to belong. Kate shares stories from the classroom, adult study halls, Mario Kart tournaments, and her new ADHD Discord—each a real-world example of scaffolding connection, not just hoping for it. You’ll also hear strategies for: Pressing boundaries without burning out Identifying red flags in relationships Building trust through consistency and shared interests Starting small and building connections at your own pace 🎙 Meet Your Hosts Melissa Llewellyn Snider – ADHD coach + EP of Hypercast. She offers 1-to-1 coaching and corporate education on ADHD and neurodiversity. Learn more at: https://likemindcoaching.com Brianna Morton – ADHD coach + neuro-affirming therapist. She offers 1-to-1 coaching and therapy for ADHDers and neurodivergent individuals. Learn more at: https://understandingadhd.ca 🎧 Special Guest: Kate Sage Kate Sage is an executive function and ADHD coach for adults, and the founder of Sage EF Coaching. Her teaching background and strengths-based approach help clients develop sustainable strategies and build community rooted in shared values and authentic connection. 🌐 Website: https://www.sageef.com 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sageefcoaching/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sage-ef-coaching/ 💬 Join the Sage Collective ADHD Discord: https://www.sageef.com/sage-collective 🎥 Watch Next: ADHD & Masking → https://youtu.be/Mz3zUbptYPg ADHD & Mindfulness Pt 1→ https://youtu.be/Cl1WGE1_-eA (Unlocking Your True Potential: Mindfulness For ADHD Minds | ADHD & Mindfulness Series Pt. 1) 📒 Mentioned Tools & Spaces: Kate’s ADHD Discord community (linked above) How to Use Discord → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-tZpxncemg Meetup.com 💬 What helps you feel safe enough to connect with others? Share in the comments—we’d love to hear how you're building community. ⏱ Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:23 Why community is critical for ADHDers 5:00 Scaffolding connection in schools and adult life 13:00 Comfort zones, special interests, and low-bar entry points 22:00 Healthy vs. unhealthy connections 25:00 Study halls, Discord, and how Kate builds community 29:00 Signs of real, supportive relationships 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more ADHD conversations that go deeper → https://www.youtube.com/@HypercastPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 📢 Some links may be affiliate links. We may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. #ADHDCommunity #ADHDRelationships #NeurodivergentLife #HypercastPodcast #ADHDSupport

Cereal is soup? A hot dog is a sandwich?? Welcome to the ADHD zone, where logic gets weird and debates get delightfully chaotic. 🧠💥 This clip is from our upcoming episode on ADHD & Community Building—dropping Wednesday, May 21st on Hypercast. 🎙️ Subscribe so you don’t miss it: https://www.youtube.com/@HypercastPodcast?sub_confirmation=1