Have you ever walked out of a store and suddenly realized you have absolutely no idea where you parked? In this hilarious episode, Chase turns an everyday trip to the parking lot into an epic ADHD adventure. What starts with a confident arrival quickly spirals into shopping distractions, denial, detective work, and an orchestra of key fob button presses as Chase searches for his missing car. Along the way, he explores why ADHD brains experience familiar situations differently, shares the surprisingly relatable thought process behind getting lost in a parking lot, and uncovers the humor hidden in these everyday moments. From accidentally approaching the wrong car to chasing exit signs and obsessing over the "perfect" parking space, Chase reminds listeners that they're far from alone. He wraps up the episode with practical strategies to make finding your car easier—and a reassuring reminder that sometimes you're not lost...you're just exploring.
Everyone has forgotten where they parked at least once—but when you have ADHD, finding your car can feel less like running an errand and more like surviving an expedition through uncharted territory. In this laugh-out-loud episode, Chase Squirrelson walks listeners through every stage of the great parking lot odyssey, from overconfidence and distraction to detective work and eventual triumph. Packed with relatable stories, self-deprecating humor, and practical tips, this episode will have anyone with ADHD saying, "Yep...I've done that."
(:27) Where did I park my car?!
(1:13) A normal person parks a car…an ADHD person is different!
(2:14) Does Chase actually lose his car?
(2:34) The confident arrival
(4:00) Shopping mission drift
(4:45) The exit into confusion
(5:34) The loop of denial
(6:27) The investigation phase
(6:55) The key fob symphony
(7:51) The ADHD realization
(8:14) The deep thought
(8:46) The wandering phase
(9:04) The honk and the reunion
(9:48) Scientific laws
(11:00) The bigger idea
(12:55) What about returning the cart…and the random BMW. And the Exit sign chase
(14:22) The trunk surprise, the wrong car attempt…and the parking meter time warp and the perfect spot obsession.
(15:55) Chase offers several practical fixes for the parking problems.
(19:52) Next time you lose your car…remember you’re not lost, you’re exploring
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