Living Life Squirrel

The hyperfocus hangover, aka the exhaustion following a period of intense hyperfocus.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

An episode dedicated to why I love airports. Yes, airports.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

He's a comedian, he's a Canadian, and he's a fellow squirrel. This epsiode is all about Howie Mandel, mental health advocate with ADHD.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

An epsiode on how workaholism can be an indicator of ADHD.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

Wow, you're doing great for having ADHD. Nope. Doing great, period. Why the backhanded compliment can be worse than an insult.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com    

Out of sight, out of mind when you have ADHD. And this includes your closet. By organiaing your closet, you might just discover a bunch of clothes you forgot you love simply because you didn't see them.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

Taking risks is how teenagers learn. So how does a parent help a teenager take safe risks, when their developing brains tend to be impulsive, like those with ADHD?   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

Explaining the Tik Tok trend of brain flossing.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

Gena Davis. She's not in a league of her own. She's a member of the ADHD club.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

Reflecting on having undiagnosed ADHD and being hypnotized on stage just for fun.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com    

Having ADHD isn't all doom and gloom. Sometimes it can be pretty funny.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

I broke my tooth. Brushing my teeth. Seriously. And I blame bruxism.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

I haven't made a New Year's Resolution, because when you have ADHD, you have enough difficulty celebrating the wins.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

'Tis the season to reflect on the past year. And to be grateful for everything I have.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

So I took a little break...but I have a great reason! Thanks for staying with me.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

Thank you HelloFresh for making me feel like a rock star chef.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

Those with  ADHD tend to overcommit, but there's an explanation for this. Sort of.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

For ADHDers, discovering a new show is a great way to channel hyperfocus.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

This episode is dedicated to reviewing Nancy Armstrong's documentary about ADHD, The Disruptors, from the lens of someone with ADHD. Spoiler alert: it's a great documentary.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com    

Sadly, not an episode with Liv Tyler, but one dedicated to how having ADHD has contributed to her being the success she is.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

This week's episode is my final episode on my top five strenghths, as indentified by Clifton's strength assessment. And those strengths are INPUT and WOO. To do your own assessment and learn more about your own unique strengths, visit www.store.gallup.com   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

This week's episode is dedicated to the strength of INTELLECTION and what it means for those of us with ADHD. livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

An episode dedicated to why playing a video game is just as beneficial for an individual with ADHD as reading a book. livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com    

Would an Improv comedian be successful at a STAR approach interview? Probably not. Does this mean they are less prepared than a stand-up comedian, who would likely excel at these types of interviews? No. But we all demonstrate our strengths in different ways. And expecting all candidates to respond using the STAR approach is one example of how expecting everyone to do things the same way does not lead to better outcomes. livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

I'm no longer on hiatus (a word I cannot pronounce). Thank you for your patience, lovely listeners. livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

This week's episode is dedicated to understanding the strength of IDEATION and how it relates to ADHD. For episode one of this series, please go back and listen to episode 65.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com

In this episode, I interview a young man named Andrew. But first, he interviews me. Andrew's questions were very thoughtful and really made me reflect on my experience of having ADHD. Thanks for the opportunity, Andrew!   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

Some consider having ADHD as having a disability. Others don't. Situations certainly play a role in how a disability is defined and understood.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

I've got friends in ADHD places, which isn't surprising, considering birds of a feather flock together.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

This week's episode is dedicated to understanding how someone with ADHD can demonstrate the strength of STRATEGIC, even when their brains may bounce from one topic to another quickly.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

We all need cheerleaders in our lives, but coaches are pretty essential too. Shout out to my life coach, Rosa Edinga of Life Unmuted. Find her on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

ADHDers can be a hiring recruiter's dream candidate. But first the ADHDer needs to know how to find their dream job.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

I met Regena a few years ago when I went to L.A.B. Studios (Edmonton, Alberta) to have my lashes done. I was immediately drawn to her warmth, her energy, and her authenticity. In today's episode, she graciously shares with Living Life Squirrel listeners what it's like to be married to a partner with ADHD, and her love for her partner truly shines through. Thank you, Regena, for sharing your story with us.   Find Regena at https://www.thelabstudios.ca/   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

More women seem to be diagnosed with ADHD than ever before. But why? Many reasons, including learning more about it. From articles, blogs, and...this podcast.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

Lisa Ling is an American journalist, television personality, and author...who also happens to have ADHD.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

Traveling can be stressful when you have ADHD, but only if you allow it to be.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

Why feeling feelings is difficult for those who have ADHD.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

An episode exploring why quitting isn't always a bad thing.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

An episode dedicated to the musical genius that is Dave Grohl.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

Paper bags are supposedly good for the planet but I'm not sold on them...yet.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

How do you say no when your natural tendency is to say yes?   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

We're halfway through the school year, when things are no longer new and shiny for kids and their ADHD traits become more apparent. So parents, what do you do when your child is diagnosed as having ADHD?   livinglifequirrel@gmail.com

Sadly, not an interview with the Holderness family. Just an episode dedicated to how amazing they are and how Kim and Penn have proven that it's possible to make a living tapping into one partner's  ADHD superpowers of creativity, energy, and enthusiasm (when balanced with the other partner's logic, practicality, and planning).   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com

It's a new year...or possibly just a continuation from 2020. So my New Year's resolution this year was to not have one.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

This little podcast that could has made it to 50 episodes! Thank you, loyal listeners, for your support. I look forward to connecting with you in 2022! (And who says ADHDers quit things....lol) livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com    

There's a difference between "paying attention" and "processing information". Doodling while listening isn't always a bad thing.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

How to meal prep when you have ADHD. Or at least try to.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

Christmas is coming, so what to get for your loved one (or yourself...) that is ideal for ADHD brains? I have some ideas.   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

Public speaking is absolutely terrifying to think about, but not as scary as it seems to actually do it. livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

Let's talk about the West Wing and why it's a great show for those of us who love great writing, regardless of whether we have ADHD. livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com  

Which character is more likely to have ADHD? Tigger or Winnie the Pooh? Perhaps both?   livinglifesquirrel@gmail.com