ADHD, Acting & Rejection: Virgin River Star Opens Up

What if ADHD wasn’t holding you back—but actually helping you succeed? A Netflix star shares what it really looks like behind the scenes. What is it like to live—and succeed—with ADHD in a high-pressure industry like Hollywood? In this episode of the I Have ADHD Podcast, Kristen Carder sits down with Benjamin Hollingsworth (Netflix’s Virgin River) for a powerful and honest conversation about ADHD, acting, rejection, and resilience. Benjamin shares his late ADHD diagnosis, how it impacts his work on set, his struggles with time blindness, emotional regulation, and rejection sensitivity, and how ADHD can actually be a strength in creative careers. This is the first time Benjamin has publicly shared his ADHD story—and it’s relatable, raw, and incredibly validating. ✨ In this episode, you’ll learn: Why ADHD brains struggle with time, focus, and organization How ADHD shows up in high-performance careers The reality of rejection sensitivity in acting (and life) ADHD strengths like creativity, empathy, and hyperfocus Why understanding your brain can change everything If you’ve ever felt “too much,” “not enough,” or misunderstood—this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen, learn, and feel seen. Chapters 00:00 Intro & Why This Episode Is a Big Deal 02:50 Time Blindness & ADHD Struggles (Even for Actors) 07:20 Late ADHD Diagnosis & Parenting Connection 12:45 ADHD Traits: Hyperactivity, Impulsivity & Chaos 17:15 ADHD in Acting: Strengths & Challenges on Set 25:30 Overstimulation, Focus & Set Life with ADHD 31:20 Rejection Sensitivity & Career Setbacks 47:00 ADHD Strengths, Creativity & Final Thoughts Also check out: -Kristen's Website | https://ihaveadhd.com/home -Kristen's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/i.have.adhd.podcast -ADHD Symptoms | https://ihaveadhd.com/adhdsymptoms -Get the FREE Perfectionism Course | https://ihaveadhd.com/perfectionism -Subscribe to the I Have ADHD Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify | https://ihaveadhd.com/podcasts -Get coached by Kristen in FOCUSED | https://ihaveadhd.com/focusedcoaching #adhd #virginriver #kristencarder #ihaveadhdpodcast