E185: Dream Vacation or Nightmare Holiday? How to Plan a Vacation When You Have ADHD, plus what to do when it's your first solo trip without kids

E185: Dream Vacation or Nightmare Holiday? How to Plan a Vacation When You Have ADHD, plus what to do when it's your first solo trip without kids

Author: Patricia Sung | ADHD Coach for Moms with ADHD April 21, 2023 Duration: 22:50

When it's time to plan a trip, do you feel less like a blissful honeymooner and more like Tom Hanks in Castaway?  And you haven't even left yet…

Look, you know you'll love the vacation when you're on it, but getting ready for a trip is mostly ADHD hell. 

Planning, organizing, packing, thinking forward in time, blech.

And yet, you want to make great family memories that your kids look back on and reminisce, so what's a mom to do?

Today I'm sharing my system for planning a vacation or trip that works for my ADHD brain. 

Plus I've put together a helpful one-page ADHD Vacation Planning Checklist that will take a bunch of decision fatigue off your plate so you can look forward to the rest and relaxation that you deserve.

First time traveling without kids? The mamas in Successful Mama Meetups shared their wisdom and tips on how to handle your first time away from your family.

Ready to get away?

Our annual ADHD Moms Luxury Weekend Retreat is coming up on October 6-8, 2023 in Houston, Texas! 

Add yourself to the retreat waitlist, and I'll let you know as soon as early bird tickets are available so you can score the best pricing and payment plans. 

"Honestly, this was one the best weekends I've had since becoming a mom. I've never felt so seen and understood. I would hop on a plane and go again. No hesitation! I'll follow y'all anywhere, moms."  –ADHD Mama J.Q.

I'll take care of all the details - you simply show up and enjoy. 

Put it on your calendar now.

Because you deserve to take care of yourself too. Join the retreat waitlist.

Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-185-how-to-plan-a-vacation-or-trip-with-adhd


Ever feel like you're running a marathon with no finish line in sight, while everyone else seems to be on a leisurely stroll? That mental clutter, the constant search for your keys, the guilt over forgotten appointments-it's not a personal failing. It's often the lived experience of motherhood when you're also navigating adult ADHD. Motherhood in ADHD is a space created specifically for that reality. Hosted by Patricia Sung, an ADHD coach who gets it because she lives it, this podcast digs into the intersection of a neurodivergent brain and the demands of raising a family. You'll find conversations that move beyond simple tips, offering brain-based science and practical strategies tailored for moms whose minds work differently. Episodes explore how to structure your days in a way that works with your ADHD, not against it, and rethink parenting approaches to reduce overwhelm for both you and your kids. It’s about education that leads to self-compassion, replacing shame with understanding. Tune in for honest talk about productivity that actually sticks, managing mental health, and building systems that acknowledge your unique wiring. This is more than just a podcast; it’s a companion for redefining what success looks like in your home and in your mind, helping you move from barely coping to truly thriving.
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