Unapologetically ADHD

Praise for Unapologetically ADHD "Nikki and Pete know how to get things done. They know how to work with your ADHD-not around it, against it, or despite it. Unapologetically ADHD strikes just the right balance of great strategies without being too complicated or annoying. And because Nikki and Pete are so fun, you'll want to read this all the way to the end. That's right, not just buying all of a book, but actually reading all of it, too."
-ARI TUCKMAN, PsyD, MBA, ADHD thought leader, author and international presenter "Unapologetically ADHD is a wonderful treatise for the mind that struggles with focus and action. Kindly written, Kinzer and Wright argue that managing ADHD is not about struggling with something wrong but is instead a relationship one can develop with their self. Lighthearted moments judiciously weave through the serious and practical, giving rise to a sense of lived experience. An ode to making tea, in particular, had me smiling throughout."
-KOUROSH DINI, MD, Clinical Psychiatrist and author of Waves of Focus: Guiding the Wandering Mind "Nikki and Pete provide a beautifully articulated system for personal containment and productivity. It is an extremely organized and fun blend of professionalism, candor, and wit. Unapologetically ADHD is a whirlwind of practical know-how. This step-by-step guide takes the reader by the hand and walks them down the aisle to create their own happily ever after. It is a must-read for all of us with that powerful drive to rock our ADHD!"
-DR. NACHI FELT, PhD, Adjunct Professor of Psychology and Education, Columbia University, Department of Clinical Psychology "Unapologetically ADHD is more than just a guide-it's a compassionate companion that helps you reflect on your thinking to foster productivity, organization, and self-acceptance. Nikki and Pete's positive approach empowers you to capture tasks, prioritize plans, and adapt methods to suit your unique needs-all without shame. If you're ready to thrive and feel good about your life, Unapologetically ADHD is your essential resource."
-TAMARA ROSIER, PhD, Author of Your Brain's Not Broken "For many people with ADHD, 'plan' can feel like a 4-letter word. But with Nikki and Pete as your guide, you can stop apologizing and actually start designing the life you want...one step (or planning workbox) at a time!"
-ELAINE TAYLOR-KLAUS, MCC, CEO, ImpactADHD

NIKKI KINZER, PCC, is a certified professional ADHD Coach, podcaster, and speaker. As founder of Take Control ADHD, she leads a team that supports adults with ADHD through individual and group coaching, giving her a wealth of experience working with those with ADHD. PETE D. WRIGHT is a podcaster and writer and has experience with ADHD directly impacting his work and life. He's a student of productivity systems and writes and records regularly, interviewing experts in the field. His network, TruStory FM, currently hosts and produces over 30 podcasts.

Foreword vii Introduction 1 Part I The Planning Foundation 9 Chapter 1 Your Relationship with ADHD 11 Chapter 2 The ADHD Maze 29 Chapter 3 The ADHD Time Zone 43 Chapter 4 Your ADHD Review 61 Part II The Planning Workbox 73 Chapter 5 Step 1: Choosing the Tools 75 Chapter 6 Step 2: Building the Workbox 101 Chapter 7 Step 3: Maintaining the Workbox 119 Part III The Planning Workflow 139 Chapter 8 Step 1: Capture and Collect 141 Chapter 9 Step 2: Updating and Prioritizing 157 Chapter 10 Step 3: Intentional Planning 179 Chapter 11 Planning for the Future 207 Conclusion 227 Appendix: Planning Worksheets 231 References 275 Acknowledgments 279 About the Authors 283 Index 285