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Hugo Castellanos
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Venezuelan-American, ADHD, and Podcasting Geek.

I help remote workers build real-world connections through local meetups so they can feel energized, supported, and part of a community.

I writ about ADHD, productivity, and how to start meetups.
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Recording every conversation and calling it a podcast is like printing out your group chat and selling it as a book.
August 13, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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ADHD is wishing real conversations had a 1.7× speed option.
August 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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ADHD is getting the energy for your 9 AM plans… at 9 PM
August 6, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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ADHD is doing 2 weeks of work in 1 day thanks to a deadline
August 5, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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ADHD is feeling physical pain when someone interrupts your hyperfocus.
August 4, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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ADHD is owning a box of barely used paper planners and pens… ok, two boxes.
August 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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ADHD means downloading 3 movies, 2 e‑books, and 11 podcasts… for a 2‑hour flight.
August 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Having ADHD is knowing exactly what to do and how to do it, yet freezing the moment you try to start.
August 1, 2025 at 8:13 PM
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The Fellowship of the House: One Ritual That Helps Our ADHD Marriage Thrive
Screenshot of an essay titled 'The Fellowship of the House: One Ritual That Helps Our ADHD Marriage Thrive'. The text discusses how a 15-minute weekly ritual called 'The Fellowship of the House' helps the author and the author's wife, both ADHD sufferers, stay connected and organized. The essay explains the importance of this ritual since their engagement in July 2020, performed weekly every Saturday at 1 pm. It outlines the structure of the check-in, which is conducted using a shared Google Doc with prompts to reflect on the previous week and set goals for the upcoming week. The author emphasizes how the ritual aids their calmness and strengthens their partnership, suggesting that others might benefit from a similar practice.
August 1, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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The 5-Minute Habit That Helps Me Disconnect at the End of the Day
Screenshot essay titled 'The 5-Minute Habit That Helps Me Disconnect at the End of the Day (And Work Smarter Tomorrow)'. The body outlines a simple 5-minute end-of-day routine where the author reviews their task list and calendar, identifies their 'Top 3' priorities for the next day, and writes them on a sticky note. The author emphasizes the ease of this habit, which alleviates anxiety and decision fatigue, helping to disconnect from work without guilt. The text includes a call-to-action asking readers to share their own wind-down habits in the comments.
July 29, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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Mondays Feel Impossible With ADHD? Here Are 5 Things I Do to Take Back Control
Screenshot essay titled 'Mondays Feel Impossible With ADHD? Here Are 5 Things I Do to Take Back Control'. The essay discusses the challenges of Mondays for individuals with ADHD. Key points include: 1. Engage in physical movement before starting tasks, such as jumping jacks or stretching, to boost focus. 2. Use systems like Things 3 to identify three main tasks to focus on, writing them on a sticky note for visibility. 3. Gamify productivity with visual tracking like tallying Pomodoro sessions. 4. Experiment with 'reverse' Pomodoros for motivation, alternating between short work and goof-off periods. 5. Plan the top three tasks for the next day in the afternoon to alleviate guilt. The author emphasizes the need for structure and encourages sharing personal strategies for a strong start to the week.
July 28, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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How I Stay Present When My ADHD Brain Wants to Do Everything (and Nothing)
A screenshot of an essay titled 'How I Stay Present When My ADHD Brain Wants to Do Everything (and Nothing).' The body discusses the difficulties ADHD individuals face during time off, highlighting how they can often feel overwhelmed by indecision. It includes tips for enjoying time off, such as keeping a 'fun list' of enjoyable activities, using a media list app to avoid aimless scrolling, and performing a quick self-check to assess one's desire to engage in an activity. The essay concludes with encouragement to implement these tips for a more intentional experience during free time.
July 27, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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ADHD Brain? Try This 10-Minute Ritual Before You Start Your Weekend
July 25, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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Why I'm Starting To Write Online
July 25, 2025 at 1:22 AM