ProudlyADHD at work and in business

What happens when the mask comes off? In this episode, Coach Cathy dives into the unique challenges faced by high-achieving professionals with ADHD who feel pressured to conform to traditional leadership molds. Through her personal story of exhaustion and the breaking point that led her to quit her executive role, Cathy shines a light on masking—the exhausting effort to hide your struggles and maintain a polished facade. She unpacks the toll this takes on your mental bandwidth, decision-making, and ability to lead authentically. Cathy offers clear insights into the signs you might be leading from survival mode, why understanding ADHD is a game-changer, and how small, strategic shifts can help you lead with clarity, sustainability, and alignment with your values. Whether you're feeling stuck in the cycle of burnout or navigating your next leadership transition, this episode will leave you with actionable steps to recalibrate your approach in a way that works with your brain, not against it. Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Introduction: What does it mean to lead with ADHD? 01:09 Personal Story: The moment the mask shattered. 01:31 Understanding Masking: Why it's so draining and its impact on leadership. 02:46 Survival Mode vs. Authentic Leadership: Recognizing the signs. 04:56 Reflecting on Leadership and ADHD: A new lens for aligned leadership. 07:05 Steps to Aligned Leadership: Practical strategies to start leading differently. 08:37 Invitation to Connect: Learn how ADHD-informed coaching can help you lead authentically. If you're tired of performing leadership and ready to step into authenticity, this episode is for you. Tune in to reclaim your energy, find clarity, and lead in a way that feels true to who you are. Feel free to reach out if you'd like to have a conversation about how you can work together. Schedule a call using this link.  

 In this episode, Coach Cathy addresses the challenges faced by neurodivergent professionals, particularly those with ADHD, and explores the concept of self-leadership. Cathy emphasizes that self-leadership is a crucial tool for thriving both professionally and personally. She provides practical advice, such as tracking energy patterns, identifying anchor practices, and clearly communicating needs. Through personal anecdotes and actionable tips, she aims to boost listeners' confidence in their unique strengths and encourage them to lead authentically. The episode concludes with an invitation to join the Quantum Thinkers community for further support. 0:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:32 Understanding Self-Leadership 01:53 The Importance of Knowing Yourself 04:49 Embracing Your Story 06:59 Practical Tools for Self-Leadership 08:39 Conclusion and Invitation

Do you find yourself constantly pushing through, even when you're running on empty? For ADHD professionals, the natural drive to persevere can mask the need for help, leading to burnout. In this week's podcast, ADHD Burnout Traps: Overcoming Toxic Resilience at Work, we uncover the hidden patterns that keep you stuck, like the Self-Sufficiency Trap, overcompensation, and hyperfocus that disguises stress. You'll learn how to reframe resilience through quantum thinking by shifting your mindset and making space for what truly matters. Plus, we share practical exercises to help you recognize burnout traps and realign your energy. Resilience doesn't have to mean enduring alone. Discover how the Quantum Thinkers community can provide the support and tools you need to thrive.  You don't have to handle this alone. Join a community that gets it. QTCommunity.com 

Join us in a special episode featuring a review of the Quantum Thinkers ADHD community. Discover how this unique space empowers professionals with ADHD by transforming challenges into leadership strengths. Learn about the community's structure, coaching methodology, and the wealth of resources available to help members thrive in their careers. Whether you're seeking enhanced leadership skills or a supportive network, this episode provides an insightful look into how Quantum Thinkers can guide your journey toward success. Tune in and uncover the potential within you. We kickoff the community as of April 1 - Join us at QTCommunity.com

In this episode of Refined Leadership ADHD Lens, Coach Cathy Rashidian explores the unique strengths that neurodivergent leaders bring to the table, including innovative thinking, hyperfocus, and resilience. Learn how these leaders drive innovation, build resilient teams, and make a lasting impact on organizations by harnessing their distinctive cognitive wiring. Discover practical strategies for turning these strengths into sustainable leadership and creating psychologically safe environments for teams to thrive. Embrace self-awareness, intentional pauses, and authentic leadership to elevate your professional approach. Checkout QTCommunity.com for group coaching for professionals with ADHD.   

Welcome to Refined Leadership ADHD Lens with Credentialed Coach Cathy Rashidian, where we delve into refining leadership skills through the ADHD perspective. In this episode, Coach Cathy builds on foundational strategies from the previous discussion, offering actionable steps to clarify and sustain progress despite ADHD challenges. Discover the MATTER framework - Milestones, Attitude, Tasks, Team, Evaluation, and Revision - designed to help you create a flexible planning system that accommodates change and unpredictability. Move away from perfectionism and embrace a mastery orientation for continual growth. Witness how Jennifer, a tech product manager, transformed her approach using this framework and achieved success by focusing on progress over perfection. Remember - Join our Quantum Thinkers ADHD community for tailored insights and support, and learn to lead with confidence and clarity. Celebrate each step as you build a life where you thrive, not just survive.

In this episode of Refined Leadership ADHD Lens, join Coach Cathy as she explores the power of living in truth and purpose for leaders with ADHD. Discover practical strategies for creating a personal mission statement and setting meaningful visions and missions. These tools go beyond typical productivity hacks, providing a foundation for decision-making, boundary setting, and building self-esteem. Navigate the complexities of goal setting and time management with an ADHD-focused approach. Learn how aligning your actions with your authentic self can reduce rumination, indecision, and feelings of overwhelm. This episode is a hands-on training session designed to guide you towards intentional success, free from indecision and self-doubt. Explore the steps to define your purpose, mission, and vision, and learn how to visualize your success effectively. Get ready to take actionable steps towards aligning your professional and personal life with your true values and strengths.   Visit ReadySetChoos.com for a free life values assessment and https://proudlyadhd.pro.viasurvey.org/ for a survey on character strengths. If you're part of the Quantum Thinkers Community, log in to access an exclusive worksheet for this exercise and share your progress with other members. Let's grow together!   This episode offers a foundational framework that will be expanded into practical execution strategies in part two.   00:00 Introduction to Living in Your Truth and Purpose 02:18 Understanding ADHD and Goal Setting 02:52 Creating a Personal Mission Statement 03:24 Four Key Benefits of a Mission Framework 05:38 Addressing Rumination and Overwhelm 09:00 Steps to Align with Your Truth and Authenticity 09:52 Defining Your Purpose, Mission, and Vision 17:00 Actionable Takeaways and Resources 18:40 Conclusion and Next Steps

Join Cathy Rashidian on a transformative episode of Refined Leadership ADHD Lens, where we explore the intricate world of career transitions for those with an ADHD brain. Unlock practical strategies to leverage your unique strengths, gain clarity, and set yourself up for success in your professional journey. Discover how to balance the excitement and overwhelm of career changes, focusing on what truly aligns with your goals and values. Learn to declutter your career experiences and approach new opportunities with confidence and a clear mindset. Equip yourself with actionable steps, such as identifying core strengths and advocating for your needs strategically to foster a positive and flourishing work environment. DOWNLOAD WORK BOOK HERE    

Welcome to the revitalized podcast, where we embrace the unique strengths of ADHD in leadership and professional growth. Host Cathy Rashidian, an executive coach, returns after a two-year hiatus to share her transformative journey from corporate life to specializing in ADHD coaching. Discover the power of community through the Quantum Thinkers ADHD group, offering support and connection for high-performing professionals. Join us on this refreshed platform, now named "Refined Leadership, ADHD Lens," where we get into practical strategies, career advancement techniques, and aligning work with core values for ADHD minds. Tune in for expert insights and real stories from leaders thriving with ADHD. Subscribe to keep up with new episodes and be part of this exciting growth journey. see you at www.readysetchoose.com  

In this episode I am speaking with Melissa Doman, MA, Author of Yes, You Can Talk About Mental Health at Work (Here's Why And How To Do It Really Well). We talk about mental health in the workplace and why now more than ever this is so important to be talked about in the workplace.  Her book is a fantastic handbook on how to approach this sensitive conversation in the workplace.  We addressed the approach of self-advocacy in the workplace as an individual contributor and a leader, the “toxic positivity trend”, and so much more.  This episode is dedicated to all who are in the workplace and managing mental health. I genuinely wish I had Melissa's book back in the day in my corporate life, her book is a must-have in each team.    From the amazon book listing: Taking a realistic approach, through research, stories of lived experience and applied techniques that anyone can use, the book includes information on:- How we bring our beliefs and experiences around mental health and mental illness into the workplace The importance of understanding how the language we use, consciously or unconsciously, impacts us Ways to manage the challenges around having mental health conversations at work ‘How-to' conversation guides Concrete tips on ways to action this education individually or at a team level After reading this book, you'll feel empowered and equipped to have constructive, meaningful conversations about mental health in your workplace     About Melissa: Melissa Doman, MA is an Organizational Psychologist, Former Clinical Mental Health Therapist, & Author of Yes, You Can Talk About Mental Health at Work (Here's Why And How To Do It Really Well). Melissa works with companies across industries around the globe – including clients like Google, Dow Jones, Microsoft, Salesforce, Siemens, Estée Lauder, & Janssen.   She's been featured as a subject matter expert in Vogue, the BBC, CNBC, Inc., and in LinkedIn's 2022 Top 10 Voices on Mental Health. Having lived abroad in South Korea, England, Australia and traveled to 45+ countries, Melissa calls upon her global experiences to inform how she works with companies around the world. She has one core goal: to equip companies, individuals, and leaders to have constructive conversations about mental health in the workplace. Her work and book aim to accomplish just that.

Discussing the hormonal fluctuation's impact on ADHD and women is one of the most important episodes I have recorded on the Proudly ADHD Podcast.  Conversations on this topic need to continue and be amplified.    I truly believe so many women diagnosed with ADHD suffer in silence from the negative impacts of, Puberty, Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), PMS (premenstrual syndrome), Perimenopause, and Menopause. As these hormonal changes hugely impact and amplify the negative traits of ADHD. In this episode, my special guest Linda Roggli gives us a view into hormones and what happens with our ADHD.   We also share our personal experiences and measures we have taken to manage the impact.   We hope that you find this episode useful and please do share and increase awareness of hormones and ADHD.   ***** More about Lind Roggli Linda Roggli is the creator of the ADHD Palooza series, a Professional Certified Coach (PCC), an award-winning author, and founder of the A-D-Diva Network for ADHD women 40-and-better. She is recognized as an expert in midlife and senior ADHD. The online Palooza series now includes ADHD Women, ADHD Parents, and ADHD Couples. Linda's book Confessions of an ADDiva-midlife in the non-linear lane won first prize for women's issues in the prestigious Next Generation Indy Book Awards competition. She regularly hosts workshops, organizing groups, and retreats for ADHD women at http://addiva.net

Those with ADHD brain wiring feel emotions intensely, it actually may feel like we are constantly living in a state of emotional flood. In this state, all we can do is be on guard, be defensive and look for ways to survive and push through. No wonder we are not able to get shi%t done!  In this episode, I am delighted to have Tamara Rosier Ph.D., back with us where she shares an effective tool for managing our big emotions so that we can go from fight or flight to present and calm!  The Emotional Health Ladder created by Tamara Rosier and Cameron Gott, can be used as a daily checkpoint for quick check-in before you start a task, navigate a difficult conversation and so much more.  I consider this tool foundational to managing ADHD.  +++++++ About Tamara Rosier, Ph.D - is founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, where she and her staff work with individuals with ADHD (and their families) to learn strategies and develop new skills to live effectively with ADHD. Dr. Rosier is also the president of the ADHD Coaches Organization. She is a popular conference and keynote speaker a frequent guest on podcasts and has published numerous articles about living with ADHD. She lives in West Michigan. https://www.tamararosier.com ++++++ Check out my previous episode with Dr. Rosier, where we go in-depth on the Solve It Grid and her book, Your Brain's not Broken.  To see visuals of the Emotional Health Ladder visit her Instagram account @dr.tamararosier Visual of Level 3 on the Emotional health Ladder  Visual of Level 4 on the Emotional Health Ladder

In this episode, I open up about my personal story about seeking support to further manage my ADHD through Trauma Therapy.  I knew that this method of therapy was going to be effective and I have always been a huge advocate of therapy but what I didn't expect was the rapid results that I experienced.          “In total, some 20–50% of children with a history of Childhood Trauma have clinical levels of ADHD (Glod and Teicher 1996; McLeer et al.1994).”    Receiving support for mental health is a journey, from long waits to getting the right doctor to finding the right treatment and medication that will work and also the energy that it takes to keep at it.  But once we do get the right support, magic can happen.  I am beyond grateful to have found the right support team to move through this stage of my life.  If you relate to this post and also to this episode, please don't give up on your healing journey, keep going! I am cheering for your success. 

ADHD and Burnout!!! I can not get enough of this topic, so I decided to have a candid conversation about it with my special guest Brendan Mahan, host of ADHD Essentials Podcast and ADHD Coach.   “Is it the Fish or the Water? Is the fish sick because the fish is sick? or is the fish sick, Because it's swimming in a toxic ocean.” Brendan unpacks this concept so beautifully in this episode. (Yes we do get into politics in this talk)  We covered various aspects of how those with ADHD might experience burnout and how to move through it.  Thank you Brendan for being an amazing guest, really enjoyed this rich conversation and your wisdom.   #ADHD    About:  Brendan Mahan, M.Ed., MS., an internationally recognized ADHD/Executive Function coach, a highly engaging, sought-after speaker, and the host of the ADHD Essentials Podcast. A former teacher, mental health counselor, and principal, Brendan helps individuals, families, schools, and businesses manage the challenges of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and neurodiversity through an approach that blends education, collaborative problem-solving, and accountability with compassion, humor, a focus on strengths and growth, and his trademark “Wall of Awful™” model. He has been featured in The Washington Post, ADDitude Magazine, How To ADHD, and Speaker Magazine. Contact him at brendan@ADHDessentials.com.

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It was my absolute pleasure to have this candid, most genuine conversation with Dan Roth.   He is so damn relatable and lays down some serious truth about job hunting and recruiting for professionals with ADHD.   “I don't think that job seekers should be so desperate to take any job that they can. Now I understand that finances are. I am not saying that it is not difficult, but if we do a better job in our communication between the recruiter and the job seeker, then at the end of the day, you're going to be put in the best position where you don't have to worry about being there a year from now, because you have the long-term to look at.” Dan Roth   Dan shared his personal experience with ADHD, his view as a recruiter supporting neurodiversity in the workplace. Towards the end of this talk, he shares three success tips when looking for a new job.    Dan, is an internationally recognized recruiter and professional speaker. Having recently been named one of the Top 25 Job Search Experts to Follow by Jobscan, Dan uses his platform to encourage continuous discussions surrounding mental health while being a strong neurodiversity and women's empowerment advocate and an abolotionist. Follow Dan on Linkedin 

In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting with Yakini Pierce, discussing her journey with ADHD as a parent.   Yakini Pierce is a mom with ADHD that has two children, both with ADHD. She has an MBA and degrees in engineering and mass communications, but her strong passion is advocating for parents that have children with ADHD, parents, and adults in general that have ADHD through her ADHD Love platform. I enjoyed listening to her perspective and approach when it comes to parenting kids with ADHD.  You can find out more about Yakini's work: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/adhdlove2020/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/adhdlove2020 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adhdlove2020/ Clubhouse - https://www.joinclubhouse.com/@adhdlove2020  YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/ADHDLove2020 ADHD Love Merchandise:  https://www.adhdlove2020.com/ Podcast - ADHD Love Parent Talk Spotify, iTunes     

“Rather than be defined by a label, I choose to challenge the boundaries of its perceived limitations.” Shawn Smith   I had the pleasure of speaking with Shawn Smith, M.Ed., CCC about ADHD, ASD and his personal journey with it all, and how he supports his clients as a counselor/therapist.  This conversion was such a delight, Shawn has an amazing way to capture your attention and get to the heart of the discussion.    I enjoyed talking about ADHD and Medication, the long journey to finding treatment that supports ADHD, and how his own experience of medication He shares a unique approach to building confidence through creating challenges  Shawn was recently diagnosed with ASD in addition to his ADHD, he shares how this diagnosis shows up in his life  Navigating friendships as a neurodivergent thinker How to manage rigid thinking  I especially enjoyed his view on masking in social settings and setting boundaries   “no one said being awesome is going to be easy”, Shawn Smith.   More About Shawn Neurodivergent (Autistic and ADHD) Psychotherapist, Consultant, and founder of Don't dis-my-ability®, a multifaceted company that utilizes my unique gifts that come by way of being uniquely gifted and neurodivergent. Website: www.ddmacs.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ddmacs.ca Twitter: https://twitter.com/dontdismyabilit YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DdmacsCa Don't dis-my-ability Podcast: http://ddmacs.ca/podcast/  

In this episode I speak with Tamara Rosier, Ph.D. about her new book, Your Brain's Not Broken: Strategies for Navigating Your Emotions and Life with ADHD.  In Your Brain's Not Broken, Tamara Rosier, Ph.D., founder of the ADHD Center in West Michigan, shares how those with ADHD can create new thinking habits, identify unhelpful thoughts and emotional patterns, and apply strategies to change them. “Seeing how the ADHD brain works differently from the neurotypical brain helps us understand, accept, and compensate for our differences,” Rosier writes in the book. “This knowledge that ADHD is a complicated disorder that affects each part of a person's life is the first step to managing it...so that you don't have to pretend to others and yourself.” Readers of this book will finally understand why those with ADHD think, feel, and act the way they do. Dr. Rosier applies her 12 years of coaching others to offer the critical practical tools like solving motivational murders, finding predictable patterns, setting boundaries, managing energy expenditure, understanding the ADHD Ladder of Emotional Health, and more. Anyone with ADHD—as well as anyone who lives with or loves someone with ADHD—will find a compassionate, encouraging guide to living well and with hope in this book.   About Tamara Rosier, Ph.D - is founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, where she and her staff work with individuals with ADHD (and their families) to learn strategies and develop new skills to live effectively with ADHD. Dr. Rosier is also the president of the ADHD Coaches Organization. She is a popular conference and keynote speaker is a frequent guest on podcasts and has published numerous articles about living with ADHD. She lives in West Michigan.

We're back with another research review! In this episode, we cover the findings in a paper titled “Females with ADHD: An expert consensus statement taking a lifespan approach providing guidance for the identification and treatment of attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder in girls and women"  Questions explored include: ADHD symptoms in girls/women - are they different? How might this affect rates of diagnosis? How might ADHD treatment differ for girls/women? Tune in to find out more.   Detailed show notes: In today's episode, we cover the findings in a paper published in 2020 titled “Females with ADHD”. Findings covered in this episode include:  How ADHD symptoms may differ in girls and women compared to boys and men. How behavioural expectations and inattentive ADHD may affect referral rates in girls and women.  The associated vulnerabilities of girls with ADHD - unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections.  Pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments of ADHD in girls and women - should there be a difference?  Educational and occupational considerations and adjustments - what might we do in schools and the workplace to support ADHDers? Full paper: https://bmcpsychiatry.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12888-020-02707-9    

In this episode, I am delighted to be reviewing the book, "Taking Charge of Adult ADHD", - 2nd edition with author Russell Barkley, PhD.    This is a must-have book for all adults with ADHD! and a must-listen conversation  We talked about: - Latest research in ADHD - Medication and ADHD - what's on the horizon - Emotional dysregulation  - How to move past the diagnosis and take charge of your ADHD and sooo much more.  Be sure to order the 2nd edition of Taking Charge of Adult of ADHD    Additional resources - http://www.russellbarkley.org/factsheets.html The ADHD Report - http://www.russellbarkley.org/newsletter.html   About Dr. Barkley  Russell A. Barkley, Ph.D., is a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine (2016-present).  He is also a retired Professor of Psychiatry and Neurology from the University of Massachusetts Medical Center (1985-2002) and subsequently worked as a Professor of Psychiatry and Health Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina (2003-2016).  In semi-retirement, he continues to lecture widely and develop continuing education courses for professionals on ADHD and related disorders, as well as consult on research projects, edit The ADHD Report, and write books, reviews, and research articles. He is board-certified in Clinical Psychology (ABPP), Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology, and Clinical Neuropsychology (ABCN, ABPP).  Dr. Barkley is a clinical scientist, educator, and practitioner who has published 27 books, rating scales, and clinical manuals numbering more than 43 editions, and creator of 7 award-winning professional videos.  He has also published more than 300 scientific articles and book chapters related to the nature, assessment, and treatment of ADHD and related disorders.  He is the founder and Editor of the clinical newsletter, The ADHD Report, now in its 29th year of publication.  Dr. Barkley has presented more than 800 invited lectures in more than 30 countries and appeared on nationally televised shows such as 60 Minutes, the Today Show, Good Morning America, CBS Sunday Morning, CNN, and many others.  He has received numerous awards from professional societies and ADHD organizations for his lifetime achievements, contributions to research and clinical practice, and the dissemination of science.  His website is www.russellbarkley.org.

In today's episode, we have Dr. Ian Macnaughton, Ergos Institute of Somatic Education Faculty Member. We explored trauma and ADHD, somatic experiencing, and the importance of small cycles of completion (bonus interactive demo of somatic experiencing at the end

In today's episode, we speak with Trey Vives, an entrepreneur in the jewellery and lifestyle industry. Among many topics, we talk about his encounters with suicidal thoughts and how faith saved him, why he views his diagnosis as getting a playbook to his brain, and self-sabotage in pursuit of success.   Detailed show notes: In today's episode, we speak with Trey Vives https://www.instagram.com/trey_dhd/ , an entrepreneur in the jewellery and lifestyle space https://www.instagram.com/1881g_/. We talked about:  Trey's journey: how he went from multiple encounters with suicide to owning his jewellery and lifestyle brand. How his Afro-Cuban household played a role in his development and acceptance of himself.  The ultimate playbook: why he views diagnoses in general as an advantage to the individual. Self-sabotage and masking - waning interests, task paralysis, and the art of unmasking.  

In today's episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with a therapist and fellow ADHD coach Inger Shaye Colzie. Among other things, we talked about IngerShaye's late-in-life diagnosis, how she went from pursuing law to cosmetology to therapy, and her advice for other black women with ADHD. Detailed show notes:  In today's episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with a therapist and fellow ADHD coach Inger Shaye Colzie. Among other things, we talked about:    IngerShaye's late-in-life diagnosis - how it was a relief, and why she thinks that it was advantageous to be diagnosed later in life. The type of environment that she grew up in, and how it was a catalyst for her success despite her undiagnosed ADHD.  How she went from pursuing law to cosmetology to massage therapist to therapist (amazing, I know!). Her advice for other black women with ADHD - managing priorities, expectations, and mental bandwidth.  Inger Shay's Facebook Group: Black Women with ADHD Executives and entrepreneurs: https://www.facebook.com/groups/blackwomenwithadhd About our guest:  Inger Shaye Colzie is a Black woman, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and ADHD Coach. She offers the benefits of professional expertise with a lifetime of experience. Inger successfully ran her practice as a therapist and LCSW for 15 years even though undiagnosed until in her 50s. Her specialty is coaching Black female executives/entrepreneurs through clarity, empowerment, resilience, and self-care. Links: Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ingershaye Facebook Group: Black Women with ADHD Executives and entrepreneurs: https://www.facebook.com/groups/blackwomenwithadhd IngerShaye website: www.ingershaye.com Instagram: @ingershaye

In today's episode, we're deep-diving into a study exploring the links between ADHD and Social Sensitivity! Why might people with ADHD have a higher sense of justice? What does the evidence tell us? Tune in to find out.   +++++++++++++++++++++++++++ In today's episode we're deep-diving into a study by The Kind Nature Behind the Unsocial Semblance: ADHD and Justice Sensitivity—A Pilot Study Thomas Schäfer, Thomas Kraneburg : exploring the links between ADHD and Social Sensitivity:  The hypothesis: people with ADHD experience more social rejection, and as a result develop a higher sense of justice as a strategy to be more accepted by the people around them. Did the authors successfully prove this?  What is a justice game, and what are the 4 facets of justice sensitivity? How did the authors approach to measure this?  Doubts, takeaways, and questions for reflection. Where do we go from here?

In today's episode, we talk about connection! How do you connect with yourself, the people around you, and your life? What are the impediments to achieving these connections? Why bother? We answer these questions and more.    Detailed show notes: How to connect with yourself, and how you will feel and operate as a consequence. [2:31] Link to #71 Authenticity - Normalizing ADHD Questions for reflection - connecting with self (it's worth pausing!) [4:14] Impediments to connecting with the people around us, and what happens when we can overcome them. [4:49] The single question that will shape how you connect with other people - W.I.I.F.M.T.? [7:49] Questions for reflection - connecting with people [8:56] Purpose, happiness, and meaning - how connected are you with your life as a whole? [9:23] Questions for reflection - connecting with life [11:01] Practices to develop your sense of connection with your everyday interactions [11:34] Register for the next ADHD Masterclass 

In today's episode we have a heartfelt conversation with Zara, Dr. of Pharmacy. We talked about:  Her late-in-life diagnosis of ADHD, barriers to diagnosis, and the effects of medication on her day-to-day [0:52] Life after diagnosis and medication [6:55] Zara's go-to tools for focus, productivity, and calm. Understanding the dopaminergic effects of task completion and procrastination. [8:49] Zara's thoughts on medication and ADHD - addiction, psychiatrist guidance, and medication tolerance [13:03] Zara's heartwarming message to other late-in-life diagnosed ADHDers, and the top 3 things she thinks you should do after a diagnosis [16:55] Invitation to upcoming MasterClass - bit.ly/ADHDMasterclass    About: Zahra Darya Shahangian,  Doctor of pharmacy She served as a pharmacy executive for several healthcare systems developing clinical programs, improving medication safety & quality assurance & implementation of digital health technology to drive healthcare innovation.   Her personal struggles with the pressures of climbing the executive co-operate ladder lead her to pursue Holistic Neuropathic Treatment options to Mental Health Disorders.  Her mission is to help eliminate the stigma around Mental Health and push beyond the pill to incorporate natural remedies to support nutritional deficiencies and optimize  patients treatment regimen.   Connect with Dr. Zara contactdoctorzara@gmail.com    

In this episode, we explore the topic of confidence:  What is confidence? Where does it actually come from? How growing up with ADHD might affect us subconsciously in our adulthood [1:31] The different levels of confidence and how it manifests in our behavior. Fear, competition, challenge avoidance, and our ability to see opportunities [5:59] One simple practice to build confidence - combating our tendency to not celebrate our successes [11:29] How is stress and confidence related to one another? [14:15] ADHD neurology, catastrophizing, and its effects on confidence [16:15] (Link to the full interview with Dr. Hallowell)  The 3 perspectives when approaching your goals, and how certain perspectives inspire more confidence than others [18:25] Join our Quantum Thinkers' Mastermind - The Alliance where Your Visionary Abilities are AMPLIFIED alongside other ADHD professionals. 

Earlier this year I sat down with Michael Liss to hear his inspiring story of late in life diagnosis of ADHD at 50.   There is so much compassion and raw honestly in his story.  I encourage you to listen to the entire episode as I am sure many of you will relate to what he shares and will be inspired by how he has moved beyond his ADHD diagnosis.    Join my Quantum Thinkers's Mastermind, managing ADHD does not have to be done all on your own. Lean into the support of our group. 

In this episode, I talk with Jeff Copper - ADHD & Attention Coach,  we bring the Coaches' point of view on ADHD medication.    Join my Quantum Thinkers's Mastermind, managing ADHD does not have to be done all on your own. Lean into the support of our group.      Reference episode from Attention Talk Radio Podcast - https://digcoaching.com/adhd-meds-and-nonstimulants/   About Jeff Copper: Email: jeff@digcoaching.com | Website: www.digcoaching.com Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG, is an attention coach and expert on attention issues. He is the founder of DIG Coaching Practice and founder/host of Attention Talk Radio and Attention Talk Video. He coaches individuals with ADD/ADHD symptoms who are seeking personal and business results by helping them realize their potential. As someone who has had to learn to manage attention and deal with his own challenges, Jeff helps his clients understand themselves and how their minds work. To this end, Jeff developed his anatomy of attention construct to help them regain control of their attention and move past barriers. Using his anatomy of attention construct, they can achieve what they are capable of faster, with less stress, and create productive environments they need to succeed.

In this episode, I share a few effective tools to use when it comes to creating dynamic conversations.  Often Professionals with ADHD have many struggles with communication, especially when it comes to waiting for their turn to speak, oversharing, speaking with intense emotions and so on.  I wanted this episode to serve as a mini masterclass in teaching a few tools I have learned along the way in my coaching journey.     

In this episode, I cover the 6th discipline of Self-Mastery, Fearlessness. This topic is a mixed bag for me as there are times where my impulsivity became my best asset and pushed the fear down in order for me to do some big things. But other times fear did get in the way. In this episode, I share some of the ways we can move past fear and step into possibilities as I firmly believe we are wired to do hard things. 

In this episode, I share the 5th discipline of self-mastery: Authenticity.  My hope is that after you listen to this episode you walk away feeling empowered that your ADHD brain wiring is simply brain wiring, you are not less than, or broken, and that you don't have to keep up with anyone else.  You are wired differently and that difference is not a deficit! and when it is nurtured and loved ... well, look out world cause you are about to make magic happen.    

“When you own all parts of you life becomes much easier,” says Heather Ann Havenwood.  I am delighted to share this inspiring, and candid conversation with you.   My guest Heather Ann was diagnosed early in life, she shares her journey and strategies on how she leaned into her ADHD brain and has made it her best asset.  Her energy is so contagious and inspiring and her stellar track record as an Entrepreneur is proof of how she has leaned into her strengths and her Neurodiversity is a testament that if you align to how your brain processes you can be your best self.    Want to launch your podcast and not sure where to start - Heather Ann has an amazing launch program podcastersclass.com  Starts June 16th      More about Heather Ann:  Heather Ann Havenwood, Award-Winning Media Mogul, know as the 'Chief Sexy Boss', Author of the top selling book: SEXY BOSS™: How Female Empowerment is Changing the Rulebook in Business.  She was recognized by The Stevie Awards as 'The Most Innovative Woman of the Year - in Social Media for 2020', named 'Top Media Mogul 2020' by the Woman of Achievement Association for her work with women.  From making her first dollar online back in 2001; Heather Ann is now on a life legacy Mission: To Help 10,000 people to Start, Launch and Grow a Six-Figure Consulting, Expert and Influencer business online.  She whole heartily believes that every person is an Influencer and a Leader, and it is time for their VOICE to be UnCAGED, to be heard, to Shine, and to EARN Six-Figures and beyond!  She is the visionary and founder of the "Influencer Growth Academy" along with the 'Influencer Tribe' A Global Entrepreneurial Community. Podcast Hostess of 'Heather Havenwood - UnCaged' Insights with Influencers, Amazon LIVE Show Hostess 'Sexy Boss Reviews', Named by Huffington Post as Top Female Entrepreneur to Watch, and Founder of the Non-Profit Female Business Association.

In this episode, I am going back to the Self-Mastery Disciplines and sharing the 4th concept - Trusting the Process.   If you want to review the first three pls listen to episodes 63 Awareness, 64 Acceptance, and Conscious Choice 67.    

In this episode, I am excited to welcome back Dr. Ned Hallowell back on the show, this time we are talking about his new book ADHD 2.0.  We do a deep dive into a couple of key areas in his book: Why he likes to change the name from ADHD to VAST (Variable Attention Stimulus Trait), he explains why we do not have a deficit of attention.  How if we manage ADHD it can enhance our lives and can become your superpower. The main focus of this episode is Dr. Ned’s explanation of the regions of the brain called Task Positive Network and Default Mode Network and when these regions are not working effectively we go into extreme negative self-talk.  He talks about a few simple but effective ways of managing negative self-talk.   Towards the end of this episode, he talks about the importance of the cerebellum in the brain that occupies only 10% of brain volume but has 70% of the neurons in the brain and its connection to the executive functions of the brain.  Also, stay tuned to the end as Dr. Ned continues to share some amazing gold in our wrap-up conversation.     I highly recommend his new book ADHD 2.0, it is truly a simple but yet effective guide to better understand ADHD and effective ways to manage it.    More About Ned: Edward (Ned) Hallowell, M.D., is a board-certified child and adult psychiatrist, a thought leader, a NY Times bestselling author (including the 1994 Driven to Distraction that sparked a revolution in our understanding of ADHD), a world-renowned keynote speaker, and a leading authority in the field of ADHD. He is a graduate of Harvard College and Tulane Medical School and was a Harvard Medical School faculty member for 21 years.  He is the Founder of The Hallowell Centers in Boston MetroWest, New York City, San Francisco, and Seattle and the host of the popular Distraction podcast. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and YouTube,  

In this episode, I introduce the 3rd discipline of Self-Mastery "Conscious Choice" another key concept that we really need to pay attention to in order to get out of autopilot and into the driver's seat. I hope you are able to put some of the insights into practice and see a shift in your approach when it comes to decision-making.

In this episode, I wanted to introduce you to Brian Fanzo, who shares his journey of a late in life diagnosis. I was so inspired by his passion for life, family, and most importantly self-compassion as he moves through ADHD in adulthood. Key points: Journey of ADHD diagnosis as an adult and his perspective and later how he is supporting his child’s diagnosis of ADHD. Brian shares how he sees his ADHD as a superpower and feels loud and proud of his brain wiring. Reflection on how he managed his corporate days while not realizing he had ADHD He leaned into his strengths and successfully transitioned into Entrepreneurship He explains why his zen place is playing Poker Brian’s share his unique way of how he approaches productivity while managing multiple business initiatives and so much more, be sure to listen to the entire episode. About Brian: Brian Fanzo is a digital futurist keynote speaker who translates the trends of tomorrow to inspire change today. His customized and personalized programs showcase real-world stories and examples of forward-thinking people and businesses. He teaches companies of all sizes how to leverage technology in real time in order to engage their customers at the right time. Brian has a gift for bringing people together online and offline. He has worked in 76 countries, highlighting his passion for change, collaboration, and technology. At age 14, Brian won a speed typing contest and his love for computers and technology was born. After years of playing The Oregon Trail, creating in Adobe Pagemaker, and using Napster, Brian earned a Computer Science degree. Prior to speaking, he worked for nine years at the Department of Defense where he managed a global team who deployed collaboration and cybersecurity solutions across all branches of the military – which required him to maintain the highest civilian security clearance. He then pursued his dream job as a technology evangelist for a booming cloud-computing startup, helping companies embrace the rate of change and new ways to innovate. Brian is currently the Founder of iSocialFanz, which has helped launch digital and influencer strategies with the world’s most iconic brands like Dell, EMC, Adobe, IBM, UFC, Applebee’s, and SAP. Brian has been recognized as a Top 20 Digital Transformation Influencer; a Top 50 Most-Mentioned User by CMOs on Twitter, and a Top 25 Social Business Leader of the Future by The Economist. His followers on social media and podcast downloads rank in the hundreds of thousands, resulting in Brian being an influencer for 19 of the Fortune 100 companies. More about Brian at https://www.isocialfanz.com/adhd-superpowered https://brianfanzo.com/forced-to-work-from-home-with-adhd-now-what/ https://www.isocialfanz.com/post/what-adhd-can-teach-you-about-entrepreneur-productivity

In this episode, I am introducing the second principle of self-mastery "acceptance" I am excited to do a deep dive into this concept and over the next few episodes, I will share other concepts that really provide a framework on tapping into your full potential while using your ADHD as your best asset.

In this episode, I am talking about the power of awareness and the depth and layers of it when it comes to awareness of ourselves, our environment, people, and situations. I am excited to do a deep dive into this concept and over the next few episodes, I will share other concepts that really provide a framework on tapping into your full potential while using your ADHD as your best asset.

In this episode, I talk about the vicious circle that I see when it comes to avoiding tasks that we just do not feel the urge to complete however we end up creating new ones because we love to put out fires. I recall the days where I used to proactively look for new problems and fires to put and now I realize I was doing that because I was bored and needed stimulations. However, what I didn't realize at that time was I was not honoring my capacity to how much was already on my plate. In this episode, I share my view and a few tips to not become the Fire Marshal of every fire. To learn more about Focusemate To learn more about my upcoming mastermind for professionals go here

From time to time I like to showcase and interview professionals who are managing and thriving with ADHD. Each of us has our own special ways of managing and learning to live with a unique brain wiring. It was my pleasure to have Amber Duffney on my show where she shares her story and how she manages her business, her family while making an impact in young women's lives. Amber Duffney is a Certified Professional Coach, having graduated from iPEC in 2018. She works with tween girls to give them tools and skills to be able to empower themselves so that they become strong, confident women who know their worth. She also works with girl Mamas to help them unlearn disempowering messaging from their youth so they can become better role models for their girls. Find out more information about Amber at https://www.facebook.com/AmberDuffneyCoaching/ and her program at Facebook page - Girl Mama Collective group - bit.ly/girlmamacollective Quantum Thinkers’ Mastermind Application

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Phil Parker, mind-body connection expert, about the automated programs that we have developed over time in our brain and their impact on our day-to-day life, and ways that we can reprogram our thoughts to really take control of our brain. key highlights Importance of Managing our State of mind and how to shift to useful states to optimally manage the way we respond to situations. The power of language and its effects on our neurology and how to reframe our language How labels that we put on ourselves have a direct impact on our state and how we choose to pay attention to them About Dr. Phil  Dr. Phil Parker is a lecturer, therapist, and innovator in the field of personal development. He has been lecturing on neuro-physiological training, how the brain can be used to affect physiology, since the late 1980s. He designed Lightning Process® seminars, which is now available in 16 different countries. He is known for his engaging lecturing style and ability to make complex concepts simple to understand. He is principal of the Phil Parker Training Institute and lectures at London Metropolitan University where he researches and designs programs, and trains students. He first trained as an Osteopath and then post-graduate as a brief solution therapist, coach, Ericksonian Hypnotherapist, and Master Trainer in NLP, and completed his PhD in the Psychology of Health researching into a new approach for addictions. He coaches performers at the highest level, including Premiership footballers, European Tour golfers, Olympic medalists and was the performance psychologist for Ed Stafford’s successful Guinness World Record attempt to walk the Amazon. He has authored a number of papers and four books on coaching and health, which have been translated into a range of languages. Learn more about Dr. Phil at https://www.philparker.org/ **************************************** Access my complimentary online mini-lesson,  to learn a new perspective of what impacts your focus and immediate actions you can take to move through your tasks with ease.

In this episode, my friend and colleague Brooke Schnittman talk about the importance of community, especially for those of us who may have never felt like we belonged because we are a little different. There is something absolutely magical when I found my ADHD community, for the first time in my life I truly feel like I can be myself and I know that I have a kick-ass community that has my back and gets me. We hope you enjoy this episode and also we wanted to share with you a little about our community and how you can join us. To find out more about the program that Brooke mentioned visit ***3C Activation Group Coaching***

Prior to my diagnosis of ADHD, I always wondered why my emotions were always so intense. Once I learned that Adults with ADHD have emotional regulation challenges my whole approach to understanding and managing my emotions has been life-changing. In this episode, I invited back ADHD/Attention Coach Jeff Copper, to share his views on Emotional Dysregulation and also share my perspective on this topic. Midway through this talk we also share our point of view on Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria which is different than what is out there I hope you enjoy this episode and this is another episode that you might want to share with your loved ones who are trying to understand why you have such big emotions. This episode is brought to you by Adult ADHD Group 3C Activation - to apply for this group coaching go to https://calendly.com/coachingwithbrooke/3-c-activation-1-1-application?month=2021-03 Want to know more about 3C Activation? Click here >> https://www.coachingwithbrooke.com/3cactivation About Jeff Copper: Email: jeff@digcoaching.com | Website: www.digcoaching.com Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG, is an attention coach and expert on attention issues. He is the founder of DIG Coaching Practice and founder/host of Attention Talk Radio and Attention Talk Video. He coaches individuals with ADD/ADHD symptoms who are seeking personal and business results by helping them realize their potential. As someone who has had to learn to manage attention and deal with his own challenges, Jeff helps his clients understand themselves and how their minds work. To this end, Jeff developed his anatomy of attention construct to help them regain control of their attention and move past barriers. Using his anatomy of attention construct, they can achieve what they are capable of faster, with less stress, and create productive environments they need to succeed.

We all can agree that there is no shortage of productivity, task management, personal routine apps! But did you know about this one app that is designed with the ADHD brain wiring in mind and makes routines come to life in a new way. I am delighted to introduce to Brili, and in fact it has been around for a few years, the team has evolved the app to do so much more and share their exciting news on the episode. In this episode I talk to Susanne and Sanam, the co-CEOs of the app and they share their personal story and why this app is so different from all the other ones out there. Susanne and Sanam are the co-CEOs of Brili, a volunteer-based tandem from Munich and Berlin, Germany. Brili offers app solutions to individuals facing neurodiversity challenges like ADHD and ADD to manage their daily routines and habits. Their kids version has been out since 2015. The new adult version will launch March 1st. In 2018, Susanne found the Brili app and decided to try it with her own son. It was a game changer for the whole family, so when the founder communicated that he’d likely end services, she made a bold decision to take over the company as a family. Sanam was on a personal journey to create personal impact alongside her corporate working world. So when her in-law told her the Brili story, it felt like a sign of fate to help keep Brili alive. As parents and family members of individuals ADHD, Susanne and Sanam appreciate and understand the importance of routines in daily life with their personal experience. Brili’s vision is to embrace the uniqueness of every individual and help form a society without stigma. You can download Brili here: App Store: https://apps.apple.com/de/app/brili-routines-habit-tracker/id1516036620?l=en Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.briliadult&hl=en_SG Learn more about Brili here: https://adult.brili.com/

My guest David Giwerc, Master Certified ADHD Coach, Entrepreneur, Founder/President of the ADD Coach Academy, shared a very powerful statement during this episode, “when you identify your strengths, you're identifying a natural, innate talent and a way of creating excellence consistently in your life. But that's not enough because, without the sustaining mechanism, Or the source that activates that strength, those strengths will die. And this is especially true in ADHD because ADHD is a deficit of interest. It's, it's the challenge of boredom, but interest isn't even enough.” You are in for a treat, consider this episode as a training session, during this episode, David shared extremely helpful insights on: Identifying the importance of focusing on strengths, especially character strengths Why we look at the different categories of strengths What does executive function in the brain have to do with strengths? During the last 20 minutes of the episode he goes deeper into the following: An effective way to start your day to get the most out of it Understanding the importance of how you process information and how it impacts learning Definition of Executive Function and it works with ADHD How to manage big emotions I was trained and coached by David himself for a big portion of my ADD Coach training program at ADDCA, so it was my absolute honor to have my mentor/coach be on my show. I am forever grateful for the impact that he has made in my life and the lives of many who have taken his courses and teachings at the ADD Coach Academy. If you are curious about finding out your character strengths go to: VIA Character Strengths Access my complimentary online mini-lesson, to learn a new perspective of what impact your focus and immediate actions you can take to move through your tasks with ease About David: David Giwerc is a Master Certified ADHD Coach, MCAC, with the Professional Association of ADHD Coaches (PAAC) and a Master Certified Coach, MCC, with the International Coach Federation (ICF). He is also the Founder and President of the ADD Coach Academy (ADDCA), the first and largest comprehensive ADHD coach training program fully accredited by the ICF and PAAC, the governing bodies of the Life Coaching and ADHD Coaching Professions. David has served on many boards over the years. As past president of the ADDA (Attention Deficit Disorder Association), he was instrumental in the formation of U.S. Senate resolution 390 that declared September 7, 2004, to be National ADHD Awareness Day; this event has been instituted every year since its inception. As a veteran ADDA board member, he was involved in the development of their “Guiding Principles for Coaching Individuals with ADHD.”

Today, we’re discussing: -How he went from dyslexic student with terrible grades in English to successful author, publishing multiple NYT best-selling books each year -The powerful quote shared over 37,000,000 times that’s guaranteed to give you a boost of motivation -The distinction between counsel & opinion, and why you MUST understand the difference -A surprising tool to help you connect with top thought leaders and get the expert guidance you assumed was out of reach ...plus his simple, 3-letter secret to success and a sneak peak at what’s next for Dr. Reid. Don’t miss the valuable insights and inspiration in this week’s episode! About Dr. Greg Reid: For over 25 years, Greg has inspired millions of people to take personal responsibility to step into the potential of their greatness and, as such, his life of contribution has been recognized by government leaders, a foreign Princess as well as luminaries in education, business, and industry. Mr. Reid has been published in over 100 books including 32 best-sellers in 45 languages. Titles such as - Stickability: The Power of Perseverance; The Millionaire Mentor and Three Feet from Gold: Turn Your Obstacles into Opportunities have inspired countless readers to understand that the most valuable lessons we learn, are also the easiest ones to apply. Greg Reid is known best for being the Founder of - Secret Knock A Forbes and Inc. magazine top-rated event focused on partnership, networking, and business development. He is the producer of the Oscar qualified film, Wish Man, based on the creator of the Make A Wish Foundation, streaming on Netflix now. For his work in mentoring youth in his hometown of San Diego, Mr. Reid was honored by the White House where a former President commended Greg for his work for positively working with youth through a local mentorship program. And if that is not enough, recently Greg was honored with the star of the infamous Las Vegas Walk of Stars. Follow Greg Instagram What's new from Coach Cathy? Check-out my new Group Coaching program, created by Coaching with Brooke, Coached a Facilitated by me! ***3C Activation Group Coaching***

We all know that when it comes to Relationships/Marriage it is a bumpy ride, now let’s make it even bumpier when one or both partners have ADHD. My guest Melissa Orlov, a relationship consultant, talks about the impacts of ADHD on Marriage. She covered some key topics such as: ADHD entrepreneurs working with non-ADHD partner, pressures that it creates, and some possible solutions How both partners can create opportunities that are win-win for both Common themes of ADHD traits that might be misunderstood by a none-ADHD partner The high achiever professional who has figured out success at work but has challenges in marriage and how to manage ADHD between Work Life and Family Life. Towards the end of this talk, Melissa addresses how an ADHD partner perceives criticism and how to manage big emotions If you have ADHD and you want your partner to get some insights into your brain, this is the episode you want to share! About Melissa Orlov: Founder of ADHDmarriage.com, Melissa Orlov is a marriage consultant, a top expert in how ADHD affects relationships, and an award-winning author: The ADHD Effect on Marriage and The Couple's Guide to Thriving with ADHD. Her very popular couples seminar (by phone) has helped many struggling couples turn their relationships around. She blogs for adhdmarriage.com and Psychology Today and has been interviewed by The New York Times, CNN, Today, US News and World Report, and CBS, among many others. Access my complimentary online mini-lesson, to learn a new perspective of what impacts your focus and immediate actions you can take to move through your tasks with ease.

One thing I've learned about working with my ADHD clients, especially business owners and professionals is that they have the need/urge to do everything themselves and are very reluctant to ask for support. Even though they are truly gifted in so many ways and highly capable of taking on a lot, it does eventually catch up to them and that's one of the reasons they end up in my coaching practice. Deligation or Asking for support is not an automatic default mode since most of their lives they have been working so hard to prove to others that they are capable. In this episode, my guest and colleague Coach Brooke Schnittman and I will talk about the strategic ways of seeking collaboration and asking for support so that you can continue to focus on your strengths while building a solid network to avoid burnout. Stay to the end of this episode, we have a special announcement to share with you. About Brooke Schnittman Coaching with Brooke has partnered with thousands of individuals since 2006 who are struggling with the daily chaos of their ADHD in their personal, professional, and or academic lives. Coaching With Brooke provides individuals with ADHD and executive functioning challenges the tools and accountability to lead an empowered life. It’s the goal of Coaching with Brooke to empower the lives of 10,000 individuals with ADHD over the next 5 years through coaching services, public speaking engagements, and yearly ADHDEdCamp events. ***3C Activation Group Coaching***