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ADHD Is Awesome: How to (Mostly) Thrive With ADHD
The Holderness Family
Sept. 24, 2026, noon–1 p.m. PT
Parenting a child with ADHD can be exhausting, frustrating and unexpectedly joyful — sometimes all before breakfast.
The forgotten assignments. The emotional whiplash. The intense focus on exactly the wrong thing at exactly the wrong time. Families living with ADHD know that the same brain that creates real challenges can also bring creativity, humor, energy and a distinctive way of seeing the world.
In this lively and refreshingly honest ParentMap Talk, viral creators and New York Times bestselling authors Kim and Penn Holderness share what they have learned from living, parenting and working with ADHD. Both diagnosed with ADHD, they bring firsthand experience, plenty of hard-earned perspective and the humor that has made The Holderness Family a favorite of millions.
Drawing from their book “ADHD Is Awesome,” Kim and Penn will unpack what is actually happening inside the ADHD brain, why common parenting approaches can backfire and how families can work with ADHD instead of constantly fighting it. This is not about pretending ADHD is easy. It is about understanding the hard parts, dropping the shame and recognizing the strengths that too often go unseen.
You’ll learn:
- Why the ADHD brain struggles to choose what deserves attention
- How to reduce conflict around routines, schoolwork and everyday responsibilities
- Ways to support emotional regulation without shaming or escalating
- How to recognize and nurture the creativity, energy and strengths of an ADHD mind
- What parents can do when the strategies that “should” work simply don’t
Come for the tried-and-true strategies and stay for the stories. Reserve your spot for the live Zoom Talk and get access to the recording to watch anytime. Registration will open in late August!
ParentMap has partnered with over 180 schools and organizations to provide families with complimentary access to our talks. A valid promo code from a participating member is required to redeem your free tickets. Check here to see if your school or organization is a member.
About the Speakers
The Holderness Family
Kim and Penn Holderness are award-winning content creators, podcasters and New York Times bestselling authors known for finding humor in the chaos of marriage, parenting and family life. Their videos have attracted millions of followers and billions of views, and the pair won Season 33 of “The Amazing Race.”
Through their videos, podcast, books and live appearances, Kim and Penn help families feel understood, laugh at the hard stuff and find more workable ways forward.
Their book “ADHD Is Awesome: A Guide to (Mostly) Thriving with ADHD” combines personal stories, research and practical strategies for people living with ADHD and the families who love them. Their newest book, “Get It Done & Have Fun!: ADHD Hacks for Awesome Kids,” will be released Sept. 29, 2026.
About ParentMap Talks
Parenting today comes with endless advice, but finding trusted support can be harder than ever. ParentMap Talks brings parents together for monthly webinars featuring leading experts on the most pressing parenting issues, from ADHD and mental health to EdTech and resilience. Sign up for the full series to join all eight live talks throughout the season, plus unlock on-demand access to the complete video library anytime. Registration will open in late August!
New this year: Stay after the talk for a bonus 30-minute Q&A with Dr. Laura Kastner for deeper discussion, practical resources and connection with fellow parents.
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