E263: Am I Too Much? Accepting & Loving Who You Are, Plus Your Retreat Invitation

E263: Am I Too Much? Accepting & Loving Who You Are, Plus Your Retreat Invitation

Author: Patricia Sung | ADHD Coach for Moms with ADHD May 8, 2025 Duration: 31:48

Ever feel like you're "just too much"—too scattered, too loud, too mistake-prone, too ditzy, just…too all over the place?

Maybe you dropped your phone in the ocean and screamed "noooo" until you cried? (Raising my hand slowly…)

If so, you're in the right place.

This last couple of weeks has been tough – a sinus infection, perimenopause brain fog, sunburned kids, lost phones, scraped bumpers, too-much-talking children, and waves of "am I too much for everyone?"

If you're a mama with ADHD barely keeping your head above the laundry—err, water—this one's for you.

Here's what we're discussing today:

  • Why "careless mistake" is a phrase I wish would disappear (like my phone in the waves)
  • The inside scoop on what "I'm too much" really means—and how it's all relative (spoiler: it's not you, it's the situation and who you're with)
  • My tried-and-true tricks for loving yourself through chaos, mistakes, and feeling like a walking, talking, sticky note of forgetfulness
  • How to communicate with your family when your ADHD turns up to level eleven—and what a little vulnerability can do for your relationships
  • What it looks like when you stop trying to shove yourself into everyone else's "normal" and start being unapologetically YOU (even if "you" occasionally forgets the sunscreen)
  • A sneak peek at the amazing ADHD Mama Retreat—your chance for a whole weekend of self-care, nature, and connecting with mamas who actually get it (and won't judge you for that time you forgot your own age)

This isn't the land of Pinterest-perfect life. It's the real, messy, laugh-so-you-don't-cry journey of being a mom with ADHD who is embracing their quirks—and finally letting go of the "I should just try harder" myth.

I'm hoping you feel seen, heard, and maybe even ready to forgive yourself for that thing you messed up last week (you know the one).

Ready to hug your "too much" self and join a community of mamas who do the same? Hit play. And join us in October for the 4th annual ADHD Moms Retreat.  

Stick around until the end of the episode, when I'll tell you all about this amaaaaaaaaaazing weekend that you just have to come to!

Early bird tickets are available until June 1st!

Why get your ticket this month?

1) Secure the shrinking payment plan -  no added interest.

2) Choose the kind of tiny home you want while both are still available.

3) Grab an additional group coaching session during the retreat weekend. 

4) Look forward to this trip All Summer Long!

I'm toying with some other things, too, but I'll leave a few surprises as well.

Just in case you need more time, no worries. Early bird tickets are available until June 1st, and then Regular Tickets are available until the event sells out.  Get your ticket, write me on your calendar, then come hang out with me and this sweet group of mamas in October.

Reserve your spot on this relaxing weekend at https://www.patriciasung.com/retreat.

Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-263-am-i-too-much-adhd-mom-retreat.

 

 

Wish you felt better about all the stuff you've messed up recently? Need a weekend away to get your head on straight? You are officially invited to the 4th annual ADHD Moms Weekend Retreat, October 10-12, 2025, just outside of Houston, Texas!

"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. I take care of you while you learn how to take even better care of yourself, in a way that's sustainable for real momlife.

Because you can take care of your family when you're in a healthy place. Early bird tickets & bonuses are available until June 1st. Get your all-inclusive ticket here: https://www.patriciasung.com/retreat


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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