Podcasts about adhd adults

The right career isn't just about what you can do—it's about what truly fits. It's about alignment, energy, and authenticity. In this episode, Sharlee Dixon welcomes career coach and entrepreneur Shell Mendelson, whose mission is to help neurodivergent individuals—especially those with ADHD—find work that sparks joy, plays to their strengths, and supports their unique needs. With over 30 years of experience and a background in counseling, Shell has guided hundreds of clients toward careers that don't just make sense on paper, but feel right in practice. Having navigated her own career transformation and built a successful international business, Shell brings both personal insight and professional expertise to her work. Her approach goes beyond personality tests and resumes—it's a deep, reflective process that helps people reconnect with their interests, values, and purpose. Join us as we explore Shell's powerful method for building career clarity, overcoming challenges, and reclaiming confidence—so neurodivergent professionals can thrive not just at work, but in life.   For more information about Your Next Move Masterclass, please visit: https://passiontocareer.com/your-next-move-master-class/ For more information about the fillable Ebook “Unlock Your Career Path: A Course for ADHD Adults and Teens” by Shell Mendelson, please visit: https://a93f86-3.myshopify.com/products/fillable-pdf For more information about Shell Mendelson and her ADHD Career Coaching, please visit: https://passiontocareer.com If you are interested in becoming an affiliate and help others find their career path, please visit: https://passiontocareer.com/affiliate-program/ Connect with Shell on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/shell_mendelson/ Connect with Shell on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/career-coaching-with-shell Connect with Shell on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/CareerCoachingwithShell/

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Episode 191 of The ADHD Adults covers ADHD. and interoception, the sensory system that provides information about the internal state of the body. As usual, Alex, the Psycho…….education Monkey spews the evidence behind the subject; both hosts offer personal reflections on interoception, and in part three listeners' questions are answered (largely because it's easier than writing a part three). 'What has James lost, forgotten or mislaid this week?" returns with James winning 6-2 (or not, we're really not sure) . James thinks we're in the pocket of ‘Big Caroline Williams' and Alex's engine light is on, but he has no idea why...Written by Alex Conner, Samantha Brown and James Brown.Produced by James Brown and JBHD Ltd.Social media contacts: @theadhdadultsMusic by James Brown and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sessionz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you would like to support the podcast you can subscribe to extra content here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You can submit a message, question or future topic to the podcast here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You can support and get help from the charity that the show raises money for here ⁠⁠⁠

Episode 190 of The ADHD Adults covers the commonly cited 'people with ADHD are resilient' issue. As usual, Alex, the Psycho…….education Monkey delivers what we know the subject from what little evidence there is, Alex and James offer their personal reflections on resilience, and in answer listeners' questions in part 3. 'What has James lost, forgotten or mislaid this week?" returns with James winning 4-2 (we think). Alex got his 'German Wings' and James is “the most oldest man in the world, and bat”...Written by Alex Conner, Samantha Brown and James Brown.Produced by James Brown and JBHD Ltd.Social media contacts: @theadhdadultsMusic by James Brown and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sessionz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you would like to support the podcast you can subscribe to extra content here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You can submit a message, question or future topic to the podcast here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You can support and get help from the charity that the show raises money for here ⁠⁠⁠

Back after a two week break, Episode 189 of The ADHD Adults covers building routines with ADHD. As usual, Alex, the Psycho…….education Monkey delivers on the evidence behind the subject; all three hosts offer personal reflections on routines, and in part three listeners' questions are answered (largely because it's easier than writing a part three). 'What has James lost, forgotten or mislaid this week?" returns with James winning 3-2 (or not, we're really not sure) . Alex is disinterested, not uninterested, James thinks limpets stick on shit and Mrs AuDHD does wombles a huge disservice...Written by Alex Conner, Samantha Brown and James Brown.Produced by James Brown and JBHD Ltd.Social media contacts: @theadhdadultsMusic by James Brown and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sessionz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you would like to support the podcast you can subscribe to extra content here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You can submit a message, question or future topic to the podcast here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You can support and get help from the charity that the show raises money for here ⁠⁠⁠

Episode 187 of The ADHD Adults delves into accidents and ADHD. As usual, Alex, the Psycho…….education Monkey pontificates on the research behind the subject; all three hosts offer personal reflections on accidents and probably in the process will end up losing at least one driving license, and part three is the usual cop-out of answering listeners' questions. 'What has James lost, forgotten or mislaid this week?" doesn't really work this week as James forgot to prepare and then... well, you'll see. Alex has an easy ride with ‘the game', James tried to manifest Alex's ‘Hello” and Mrs AuDHD thinks she is a host on a ‘Podcode'...Written by Alex Conner, Samantha Brown and James Brown.Produced by James Brown and JBHD Ltd.Social media contacts: @theadhdadultsMusic by James Brown and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sessionz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you would like to support the podcast you can subscribe to extra content here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You can submit a message, question or future topic to the podcast here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You can support and get help from the charity that the show raises money for here ⁠⁠⁠

Neuroimmune systems often intertwine with chronic health and neurodivergence, leaving neurodivergent individuals grappling with things like energy management, chronic fatigue, or other long-term health conditions.In this flashback episode, Patrick Casale and Dr. Megan Anna Neff, two AuDHD mental health professionals, talk with Dr. Mel Houser, an Autistic family physician, about the intricate dynamics of chronic health, energy management, and the often-overlooked connection between neuroimmune systems and neurodivergence.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode:Gain a deeper understanding of post-exertional malaise (PEM) and how recognizing one's limits can help in avoiding the debilitating crash that often follows overexertion.Using real-life experiences, understand the systemic challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals within a traditional healthcare model, highlighting the importance of self-advocacy and community support.Discover practical strategies and tools from Dr. Houser on identifying environmental triggers and making manageable adjustments to improve health, particularly for autistic and ADHD adults.As you navigate your own healthcare journey, remember to honor your limits, seek out community, and advocate for the care you deserve.DISCLAIMER: This episode is not intended as medical advice.More about Dr. Mel Houser:Dr. Mel Houser (she/they) is an Autistic family physician with a clinical focus on providing primary care for neurodivergent patients across the lifespan. She is the Founder and Executive Director of All Brains Belong VT, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization in Montpelier, Vermont that uses universal design principles to provide neurodiversity-affirming medical care, social connection opportunities for all ages, and neurodiversity-related educational training. At age 37, Dr. Houser was diagnosed as autistic, ADHD, dyspraxic, dyslexic, and dyscalculic. She is also the parent of an autistic 6-year-old, who is her guru of so many keys to the universe.Website: allbrainsbelong.orgGet Connected: allbrainsbelong.org/get-connectedClinician Resources: allbrainsbelong.org/clinician-resourcesInstagram: @allbrainsbelongvtBateman Horne Center Website: batemanhornecenter.orgCheck out All Brains Belong's project: Everything is Connected to Everything: Improving the Healthcare of Autistic & ADHD Adults provides health education resources to support people with this constellation of intertwined conditions, as well as strategies for discussing the project with medical providers. There is also a Clinician Guide with a combination of evidence-based practice and the lived experiences of more than 100 Autistic and ADHD community members.Here's the link to the project: allbrainsbelong.org/all-the-things***This episode is a re-release episode of Divergent Conversations selected for our 2025 break. Please enjoy, and we'll be back with new content, resources, and guests in a couple of months.ANNOUNCEMENT: We're extending our break a few additional...

Alex Conner discusses with Ivan six things which should be better known. Alex Conner is an ADHD coach and brain scientist who combines his personal experience with ADHD to be a trusted voice in psychoeducation. He is co-founder and co-host of The ADHD Adults podcast, one of the UK's most popular ADHD resources. Alongside James Brown, Alex co-founded ADHDadultUK, a registered charity, and Focusmag.uk, an evidence-based online magazine for adults with ADHD. Alex has published research and articles on ADHD and, as an honorary Professor at Aston University, he also delivers ADHD coaching and training to thousands of people. His new book, co-written with James Brown, is ADHD Unpacked, which is available at https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/adhd-unpacked-9781526679369/ ADHD is not new or over-diagnosed. ADHD is not a superpower for everyone who has it. ADHD is more than inattention and hyperactivity: the emotional side of ADHD. Stigma: adding insult to injury. ADHD doesn't come alone for most people: co-existing conditions/neurodivergences. Nobody is neurodiverse, and nobody is neurotypical. Why the language of ADHD matters. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Shell Mendelson about 5 steps to self-accommodation in the workplace. Shell Mendelson has a master's in counseling with an emphasis on career and has helped hundreds of ADHD adults and young adults over the past 35 years find a fulfilling and sustainable career direction. Shell is the author of the book “A Course for ADHD Adults and Teens: Unlock Your Career Path” which is currently available for pre-sale. Shell was diagnosed with ADHD late in life as an adult in 2010. Her book aims to help Adults and Teens develop confidence in taking clear next steps in their career, whether it be a specific job, career path, lateral move, or with a new/refined business model.   Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network!

ADHD Winter Warriors ASSEMBLE! This is an impromptu Zoom chinwag with some online community legends who are taking part in the ADHDAF+ Charity fundraiser to combat SAD with movement for mental health. With all of us suffering SAD in these dark winter months in the UK, we decided to raise some awareness about Seasonal Affective Disorder and hopefully entice some of you to JOIN OUR TEAM for the last few weeks of the challenge. Doing so not only supports the very people suffering to best support their mental health but it also raises funds to create in-person Peer support Groups in Scotland, England and Wales for ADHD Adults of marginalised genders... which at a time of both ADHD diagnosis crisis and ADHD medication shortages, connection with others who just get it is essential and empowering.Please join or sponsor us ADHD Winter Warriors combatting SAD with movement for mental health HERE raising funds for ADHDAF+ Charity Enormous thanks to Ruth, Tracy, Chloe and the rest of the Winter Warriors TEAM:Nikkie, Becky, BIG, Lizee, Louise, Jill,  Micky, Jill, Kirsty, Sarah, Loreena, Poppy, Lesley, Stephanie, Kim, Fi, Rachel, Maria & Nicole! xxxTRIGGER WARNING: mentions of anxiety, depression, isolation, parent in hospital, awaiting serious test results, lack of motivation, low self worth, personal care struggles. If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUTIf you are struggling to access your ADHD medication, use this: Pharmacy Stock CheckerYou can support the continuation of this podcast and connect with literally like-minded legends in the Patreon Peer Support Community on the new streamlined Discord and over Zoom. Thank you to the Members for keeping this podcast going for over 2.5 years!The online peer support community and in-person events hosted by this podcast have proven the enormous value of peer support for ADHD adults, which inspired the creation of ADHDAF+ Charity. I am so excited to get the 'chazza' out into the community in real life very soon!BIG LOVELaura xSupport the show

Shell Mendleson, an experienced ADHD career coach, brings over 35 years of expertisein career coaching and counseling to the table. With a master's degree in vocational rehabilitation counseling and training under the renowned author Reid Miles, Shell has guided and impacted the lives of over 1500 clients. Her passion lies in helping individuals navigate career transitions, aligning their skills with personal aspirations and work environment preferences. Through her interactive and instructional masterclass, she empowers individuals to gain clarity on their career direction and take confident steps towards their goals. Shell's profound understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with ADHD in the workplace makes her an invaluable resource for those seeking effective career guidance and job search strategies.Reid reconnected with Shell Mendelson, an experienced ADHD career coach, during this episode. Shel's journey began with a master's degree in vocational rehabilitation counseling and guidance from Richard Bowles, the author of "What Color is Your Parachute?" She has positively impacted around 200 clients through her "Your Next Career Move Masterclass," which combines instruction, interaction, coaching, and support. Shel emphasized the importance of honing in on one's career direction, aligning personal values with job choices, and seeking the necessary training for specific roles. Her insights revealed the significance of clarity, confidence, and assertiveness in the job search process, highlighting the need to become a "job developer" rather than a "job beggar." Shel's engaging narrative and practical advice resonated with Reid and the audience, providing valuable strategies for navigating the challenges of job searching with ADHD.,In this episode, Reid engaged with Shel Mendelson, a seasoned ADHD career coach, whose career counseling background and training under "What Color is Your Parachute?" author, Richard Bowles, has shaped her expertise. Shel's extensive experience, spanning over 35 years and impacting around 200 clients through her "Your Next Career Move Masterclass," underscores her commitment to empowering individuals in their job search journey. Her emphasis on aligning personal values with career choices, seeking specialized training, and fostering clarity and confidence resonated with Reid and the audience, offering valuable insights into navigating job searching with ADHD. Shel's unique approach, advocating for individuals to become "job developers" rather than "job beggars," struck a chord with listeners, providing practical strategies for success in the competitive job market.To purchase Shell Mendleson's book A Course for ADHD Adults and Teens: Unlock Your Career Path, visit Amazon.com and search for the book by the title or the author's name.To order the book directly from the author's website, visit the course book section and place an order there.Keep an eye out for the book on other platforms such as LayFlat Books, where it will be available in the future.For more information about Shell Mendleson and her work, visit her website to explore additional resources, services, and updates.Consider engaging with the content in the book to gain clarity on your career path and take actionable steps towards a fulfilling professional journey.www.passiontocareer.com

ADHD Coach Katherine Sanders Feeling stuck? Are you actually waiting for permission to make a change?You're not alone—and this episode is here to shift that. In this empowering conversation, we explore the transformative power of self-permission and why it's often the missing piece for adults with ADHD. Learn how to break free from the external validation trap, the importance of autonomy in making meaningful changes, and practical tools you can start using today to reclaim control of your decisions. If you've ever felt like you're waiting for a green light that never comes, this episode offers the mindset shifts and strategies to help you move forward. Episode Highlights:- What self-permission means and why it's crucial for ADHD adults - How external validation traps keep you stuck (and how to break free) - The surprising link between self-permission and lasting motivation - Practical tools like “permission slips” to help you get started - Why rest and failure are essential parts of growth Common Questions:- What does “self-permission” really mean? - How do I stop waiting for external validation? - How can I give myself permission to rest or fail? - What practical strategies can I use to build self-permission into my life? Notable Quotes: Nobody else is coming to give you permission. That green light? It has to come from you. Self-permission is about autonomy, acceptance, and action.Failure isn't the opposite of success; it's how we get there. Full transcript available on my website.Connect with Katherine here:WebsiteInstagramTiktokFacebookYoutubeLinkedINThreads Download your free Permission Slips Template: Get it here- Learn more about my upcoming Permission Ignition Course- Visit my website for coaching, resources, and more: lightbulbadhd.com - Follow me on Instagram for tips and updates: @adhd_coach_katherineChamp, R., Adamou, M., & Tolchard, B. (2022). "Seeking Connection, Autonomy, and Emotional Feedback: A Self-Determination Theory of Self-Regulation in Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder." Psychological Review, 130. DOI: 10.1037/rev0000398Dekkers, T. et al. (2016). Risky decision making in Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: A meta-regression analysis; Clin Psychol Rev 2016 Apr:45:1-16. doi: 10.1016/j.cpr.2016.03.001.Epub 2016 Mar 4. DOI: 10.1016/j.cpr.2016.03.001Knouse L and Mitchell J.T, Incautiously Optimistic:...

Struggling with ADHD? Discover how KatLyst can help you manage your mental health and stay on track. Watch my interview with creator Eve Lalonde! Click here to download the KatLyst app. KatLyst is a free behavior change app that empowers you to make better choices for yourself, your relationships, and the world. Blending over 40 topics, productivity tools, psychology, AI tips, gamification, and sustainability, you'll embark on personal growth, empathy, and positive change. For more from Ky, visit: https://beacons.ai/thevibewithky --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thevibewithky/support

After months of messing about, we're back.... sorry!Episode 163 deals with ADHD and demand avoidance. As usual, Alex the Psycho.......education Monkey delivers the evidence behind the subject; all three ADHD Adults give their personal reflections on demand avoidance and flail about trying to think of tips, and then we answer your questions in the final section. 'What has James lost, forgotten or mislaid this week?" returns with James embarrassingly ahead 13-7 for the season, whilst The Metrics Intern has quit to become a politician, so we have no idea what 'the numbers' are. Alex gets Pixar and Dreamworks mixed up, james offends anyone who uses the term pathological and has to explain it's a joke to stop the deluge of hate mail and Mrs ADHD is now apparently Mrs AuDHD... Written by Alex Conner, Samantha Brown and James Brown. Produced by James Brown and JBHD Ltd. Social media contacts: @theadhdadults Music by James Brown and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sessionz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you would like to support the podcast you can subscribe to extra content here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You can submit a message, question or future topic to the podcast here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You can support and get help from the charity that the show raises money for here ⁠⁠

Late discovered ADHD LEGEND Libby Freeman's Justice Sensitivity fuelled a 'campaign of rage' that is adored and adorned the world over, whilst doing a great deal of good. This hero is the founder of Topple and Burn, only the coolest jewellery brand EVER which began as a way for Libby to raise funds for her refugee charity Calais Action. Thank you so much Libby for sharing your experiences to raise ADHD awareness and that SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID!..it has to be in a system so broken you could wait a decade for assessment & treatment in some parts of the UK.A barrier to Libby and many seeking diagnosis in the current crisis. What happens when creative ADHD Activists come together?A monumental collaboration! Libby's designed exclusive: ADHDAF Emporium X Topple and Burn Necklace AND Earrings for the launch of adhdafemporium.comCelebrated with a cameo from my old friend and new business partner Steph! ADHDAF Emporium is online market place with a focus on championing and supporting neurodivergent makers and small business. This launch is only the beginning with 'merch' and exclusives. Full marketplace launching Sept. APPLY here to join us! Planet ADHDAF Online Peer Support Community Members get a 10% discount on merch. TRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing and mentions of: anxiety, depression, mental health struggles, OCD, medication, strong political views.If you need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Please REACH OUTFrom Brighton's finest, to Brighton itself... join myself and  whole host of other legends for the LAST Alien Nation Show in Brighton Sat 20th July! Where an ADHD Seminar meets Bingo, Karaoke and Cabaret and ADHD Adults meet each other! TICKETS HERE. If you're nervous to attend solo, you can sign up for the Welcome Party to be met at the door and sat with others in the same boat: HEREGain Peer Support ONLINE in the PLANET ADHDAF Community. Membership funds the creation of this advert free Podcast, and as a THANK YOU weekly online Peer Support Events and a private Discord server are facilitated by Community Members including myself.I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB BRIGHTON TICKETS HEREThanks to Sessionz for editing Libby's interview and the jingle. Enormous THANKS to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going for over 2 YEARS so that other literally like-minded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations! xxIf you've enjoyed this episode please share, review, hit those stars... all help others gain information, validation & lols.I REALLY appreciate your support!SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID & ADHD IS REAL.Leopard Print Army! LauraSupport the Show.

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Wureeay LADS LADS LADS! ;) Mr LADBible himself; The wonderful Alex Partridge of ADHD Chatter shares his ADHD ‘safari' in this very special episode.Alex began his podcast to help others not feel as broken as he did prior to ADHD Diagnosis just 1.5 years ago. I loved being a guest on ADHD Chatter as much as I loved this podswap!Alex has been sober 2 years after battling alcoholism. A commonly co-occurring condition of ADHD; a compulsion he suffered  in a bid to help him cope with the severe anxiety he developed from masking his physical hyperactivity. ‘Spike' is an inspiration and an absolute LEGEND! THANK YOU SO MUCH ALEX!I‘m so grateful and excited to have Alex and a whole host of other legends join me for the LAST Alien Nation Show in Brighton Sat 20th July! Where an ADHD Seminar meets Bingo, Karaoke and Cabaret and ADHD Adults meet each other! TICKETS HERE Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events: HEREIf you're nervous to attend solo, you can sign up for the Welcome Party to be met at the door and sat with others in the same boat: HERETRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing and mentions of: alcoholism, criminality, addiction, self harm, suicide, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, premature death, education struggles, shameIf you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUTI would love to connect ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF Membership funds the creation of this advert free Podcast, and as a THANK YOU for support, weekly online Peer Support Events and a private Discord server are facilitated by Community Members including myself.I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB BRIGHTON TICKETS HEREYou can apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace supporting neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HEREThank you to Sessionz for editing and jingle and an enormous THANK YOU to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going for over 2 YEARS so that other literally like-minded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations (also making this the longest job I've ever had!) xxIf you've enjoyed this episode please share, review, hit those stars... all help others gain information, validation & lols.I REALLY appreciate your support!SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID & ADHD IS REAL.Big loveLauraSupport the Show.

Today is the last day of LGBTQIA+ Pride Month and tomorrow is the first day of Disability Pride Month. Celebrating both is the LEGENDARY CJ DeBarra who is Proud to be Queer and Proud to be Neurodivergent! Alongside sharing their lived experience of ADHD, Generalised Anxiety Disorder and Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Author CJ is giving away a copy of: Neuroqueer: A Neurodivergent Guide to Love, Sex, and Everything in Between. Listen for details...TRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing and Mentions of: Sex, Kink, drugs, drug dealing, Mental Health Struggles, Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Bereavement of a family member, Relationship Struggles, Medical Cannabis and legal Mushrooms - of which I have no personal experienceIf you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUTIf  ADHD has ever made you feel Alienated grab tickets for THE LAST EVER ADHD AF Alien Nation show! Raising ADHD Awareness and connecting local ADHDers at Brighton Komedia Sat 20th July 5pm. Where an ADHD Seminar meets Bingo, Karaoke and Cabaret and ADHD Adults meet each other! TICKETS HERE Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events: HEREIf you're nervous to attend solo, you can sign up for the Welcome Party to be met at the door and sat with others in the same boat: HEREI would love to connect ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF Membership funds the creation of this advert free Podcast, and as a THANK YOU for support, weekly online Peer Support Events and a private Discord server are facilitated by Community Members including myself.I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB  LIVE EVENTS TICKETS HEREYou can apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace supporting neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HEREThank you to Sessionz for the amazing jingle and an enormous THANK YOU to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going for over 2 YEARS so that other literally like-minded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations (also making this the longest job I've ever had!) xxIf you've enjoyed this episode PLEASE SHARE, review, hit those stars... all help others gain information, validation & lols!I REALLY appreciate your support and hope to chat to you very soon!SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID & ADHD IS REAL.Big loveLauraSupport the Show.

Tumi is a multiple award-winning neurodiversity speaker, advocate, and researcher, committed to prioritising intersectionality in the neurodiversity space and raising awareness of Dyspraxia worldwide with his amazing platform The Black Dyspraxic. According to the (now closed) Dyspraxia Foundation, around 50% of people with dyspraxia also have ADHD.  I am self diagnosed Dyspraxic, and I'm super grateful to Tumi for explaining the condition and his experiences to help us all learn more about the  neurodevelopmental condition also known as Developmental Coordination Disorder - DCD.  Alongside his platform, Tumi is an early career researcher in Health Economics at Newcastle University.  He has set his sights on pursuing a PhD focusing on the economics of the inequalities associated with neurodiversity. He is also part of the Dyspraxia Collective and a TOTAL LEGEND! Thank you so much Tumi! TRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing and some horrendous ableist language shared in the context of bullying and to make sure everyone knows not to use those words. Also mentions of Alcoholism, Drugs, Substance Abuse, Addiction, Depression, Anxiety,   Relationship  Struggles, Toilet issues, If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUTIf  ADHD has ever made you feel Alienated grab tickets for ADHD AF Alien Nation shows in Margate & Brighton, raising ADHD Awareness and connecting local ADHDers. Where an ADHD Seminar meets Bingo, Karaoke and Cabaret, Tragedy meets Comedy and ADHD Adults meet each other TICKETS HERE Find out more about ADHDAF Live Events HEREI would love to connect ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF Membership funds the creation of this advert free Podcast, and as a THANK YOU for support, weekly online Peer Support Events and a private Discord server are facilitated by Community Members including myself. I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB  LIVE EVENTS TICKETS HEREYou can apply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace supporting neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERESO GRATEFUL to  Sessionz for his incredible Audio services and an enormous THANK YOU to the Planet ADHDAF Community Members for keeping this Podcast going for 2 YEARS so that other like-minded legends can benefit from these crucial conversations and making this the longest job I've ever had! xxIf you've enjoyed this episode PLEASE SHARE, review, hit those stars... all help others gain information, validation & lols!I REALLY appreciate your support and hope to chat to you very soon!SELF DIAGNOSIS IS VALID & ADHD IS REAL.Big loveLauraSupport the Show.

I am joined once again by my husband 'Big' to share May's Most ADHD Thing entries from Planet ADHDAF Community Members & @adhdafpodcast followers.  The ultimate shame eradicator raises ADHD Awareness, breaks the stigma and connects ADHDers with the knowledge WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER and ADHD IS REAL!If  ADHD has ever made you feel Alienated, UNITE WITH OTHER ALIENS at one of the last two  ADHD AF Alien Nation Live Shows... raising ADHD Awareness and connecting local ADHDers at Margate Arts Club Thur 18th July & Komedia Brighton Sat 20th July.  Where an ADHD Seminar meets Bingo, Karaoke and Cabaret, Tragedy meets Comedy and ADHD Adults meet each other! Last remaining TICKETS HEREFind out more about ADHDAF Live Events HEREI would love to CONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF created to raise funds for this external ad free Podcast. On our planet we support each other with Body Doubling, Accountability Squads, Self Care Club, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...Hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERETW:  contains swearing and mentions of  toilet humour that might not be appropriate for the squeamish, memory issues causing problems with bodily functions, domestic disputesIf you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUTApply to be part of ADHDAF Emporium: an online marketplace supporting neurodivergent makers and small creative businesses HERE Our first IRL event is hosting our own tent at Flackstock Festival on 22nd July in honour of Caroline Flack. Please help FIND COLIN! :) Come see Nicole's Edinburgh Fringe Sequel: Why am I STILL Like This?!Photo by Summonfire Photography at Alien Nation Use access code: ADHDAF to view full Bristol gallery HERE Jingle by Sessionz Check out our Dopamine Decor feature HEREIf you've enjoyed this episode please share with others to help other ADHDers drop the shame, have a giggle and support each other, and hit those stars or leave us a review. All help raise ADHD Awareness. BIG LOVE & GRATITUDE LEOPARD PRINT ARMY! XSupport the Show.

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In Episode 249: You Will Discover Why adults with ADHD often struggle with slow starts in the morning What friction points might be slowing down your morning routine 7 specific supports to start your mornings with greater ease Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover my favorite ADHD resources here Get the I'm Busy Being Awesome Planning System here Get the Podcast Roadmap here Get the ADHD Routine Revamp here This post contains affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through my links, at no extra cost to you. Disclosure info here. Leave IBBA A Rating & Review! If you enjoy the podcast, would you be a rockstar and leave a review? Doing so helps others find the show and spreads these tools to even more people. Go to Apple Podcasts Click on the I'm Busy Being Awesome podcast Scroll down to the bottom of the page, where you see the reviews. Simply tap five stars; that's it! Bonus points if you're willing to leave a few sentences sharing what you enjoy about the podcast or a key takeaway from the episode you just heard. Thanks, friend!  

Mix together cello, ADHD, and an insatiable need for sushi, and you get Steven Sharp Nelson–one of the most watched musicians in the world!  A self-titled “dorky dad”, Steven attributes his hard-earned “unlikely” success story to his unending love for helping people feel the worth of their own soul through music.  Name a concert venue–he's sold it out!  Name an iconic place in the world–he's filmed a music video there with The Piano Guys!  His content is watched and streamed over 3 million times every day!  He's performed and spoken to two million people around the world; as much as he loves all of this, his favorite thing in the world is one-on-one time with his wife and each of his four children who “tolerate” and sometimes even love his quirky creative persona!  He is passionate about music education and its critical role in our culture.  Learn More about Steven Sharp Nelson: Find him on ThePianoGuys.com Find Steven Sharp Nelson on Instagram @stevensharpnelson Find The Piano Guys on Instagram @thepianoguys In this episode, you'll hear tips, stories, and discussions about: Steven's fascination with music's power and effect on the brain “Perpetual burnout can often be a result of unhealthy hyperfocus and overdriving your overdrive.” - Steven Sharp Nelson Burnout as an indicator of your strengths rather than your weaknesses Practicing the art of self-awareness and healthy hyperfocus vs. unhealthy hyperfocus “A perfect balance does not exist!” Self-suggestibility and attention abundance “Not being present is the easiest way to be depressed.” / “Face down, chin up!”  The parable of the spinning (too many) plates and chronic burnout  The space between the notes / The meaning of life is in between our expectations; the space between our expectations is where we find meaning Music, mutualism, edification, and the role of intention Toxic positivity vs. a genuine desire to appreciate and be grateful “You are like a cello” and navigating our unique gifts, variables, and expressions of ADHD When too many options become too much Cataloging what you're working on and what you're not working on The wax and wane of motivation / The muscles of discipline and consistency Book :: Atomic Habits by James Clear (link here)  Removing obstacles between us and the things we're working towards Hyperfocus, pros and cons, expecting internal pushback, and creating a virtual cliffhanger for yourself  How do you interact with your hyperfocus?  Website :: Arthur Brooks https://arthurbrooks.com The toxic belief that everything in our lives should “always be on an incline” Arc jumping and how to go from mid-life crisis to mid-life crescendo  Are you bored or are you unfulfilled?  A practice of fulfillment scores and finding out where your next sense of fulfillment will be YouTube Video :: Me and My Cello - Happy Together (Turtles) Cello Cover - The Piano Guys The importance of becoming friends with your instrument A message to you, our wonderful listeners, from Steven 

Interrupting conversations. Appearing not to listen. Revealing too much personal information. Making friends as an adult with ADHD is hard for all these reasons and more. Caroline Maguire, M.Ed., explains how to overcome common social traps. How to Make Friends as an Adult with ADHD: More Resources Download: The ADHD Friendship Guide for Adults Self-Test: 10 Questions That Reveal Toxic Behaviors Read: 3 Common ADHD Friendship Challenges Read: “How I'm Teaching My ADHD Brain to Listen” Access the video and slides for podcast episode #496 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/how-to-make-friends-adult-adhd/ Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

On today's episode, Clutterbug's creator Cas Aarssen joins Eric on the podcast!  Cas's Clutterbug is a home-organizing business which provides education, inspiration, and support to over half a million families worldwide through her YouTube channel, podcast, and various other social media platforms!  Cas is also the author of four best-selling books about organization (listed below)!  As a self-professed recovering “super-slob”, she discovered that through her own journey with clutter, that organization is not one-size-fits-all!  She's identified four unique organizing styles and developed the Clutterbug method to help individuals discover their type and implement customized solutions that will finally get them organized long-term!   Learn More about Clutterbug: Check out the website at Clutterbug.com where you can take the free quiz to identify your organizing style! Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/clutterbug.me/ Instagram @clutterbug https://www.instagram.com/clutterbug_me/ YouTube Channel – search for Clutterbug Clutterbug's Tough Love Find all of Cas's books here https://clutterbug.me/books In this episode, you'll hear tips, stories, and discussions about: What it was like being a hyperactive girl with ADHD From being 15 years old and homeless to becoming an adult and experiencing serious consequences   How Cas became interested in home organization and being an ADHD mom – “My house was a wreck!”  Big categories vs. small categories and having your house reflect the way YOU organize How an ADHD diagnosis helped change and shift a sense of self  “Maybe I'm doing all this cool stuff because I have ADHD!”  Having higher education does not necessarily mean you can't be great or do great things, such as having a TV show or having 4 bestselling books  Cas's four different types of organizing, how you store your things, and how you sort your things Just because you're a visual person doesn't necessarily mean you're a “cluttery” person Turning subconscious tendencies into actionable and functional organization  Visual homes vs. piles and taking advantage of how you naturally sort things  How perfection can turn into procrastination and paralysis  Being detailed and detail-oriented vs. being a perfectionist Learned behaviors, environmental behaviors, and other things that make our organizing styles unique  Containers, bowls, boundaries, and self-awareness  “We are gathering more than our brains can manage.” / “Everything you own is something you have to remember…”  The actual differences between tidying, cleaning, decluttering, and organizing How to start decluttering, the anxiety around getting rid of things, and scarcity mindsets Having a tidy home that fits your organization style is a form of self-love and self-respect  Clutter-blindness / Safety, security, and mindset around money vs. accumulating things Selling on eBay or Facebook Marketplace isn't always the answer Standing up to your clutter / You are not your stuff! 

Join the ADHD reWired Team every second Tuesday of the month for our monthly Live Q&A!  If you want to join us live on Zoom, go to adhdrewired.com/events to register!  You can also find bonus questions, get full answers from this recording, and get an uninterrupted listening experience of this show on Patreon when you become a Patron at $5.00 a month or more!  Check it all out at adhdrewired.com/Patreon!   In this Q&A, you'll hear tips and discussions about: Personal positive experiences, nuances, and psychology of body doubling  The positive effects of being connected vs. being alone to get things done Morning routines and strategies for an ADHD household to guide a child without a lot of struggle or frustration Morning routines, time management, getting out of the house and transitioning  Incorporating and utilizing different human senses to help with time-awareness and transitions The differences in ADHD presentation between kids and adults and addressing outdated views of what ADHD looks like and how it can present Reasons why it may be difficult for friends and loved ones to shift their perceptions when discussing an ADHD diagnosis Self-love and self-acceptance with ADHD How sleep, exercise, nutrition, and overall well-being can affect our executive functions Finite and practical examples to help with time-blindness / Discovering pain-points and what creates avoidance of transitions  Reframing what a break can be if you're resistant to taking breaks  Task-batching / The effects of technology on transition time / Mindfulness with transitions “How can I get over the mindset that somehow I can't actually have money without spending it?” Emotional responses vs. value-based responses  “Burnout is the body taking the rest it needs by force.” Planning and structuring for self-care / Meditation to re-regulate our nervous systems  “Self-care time is productive time!” ADHD and emotional dysregulation, trauma, and bouncing back faster from dysregulation “There's nothing wrong with expressing your emotions.”  “What would you tell a best friend if…”  ...and so much more!  Resources & Honorable Mentions Podcast Episode :: ADHD reWired Episode 516: ADHD reWired's Coaches Round Table with Kristin Marts and Brian Entler Podcast Episode :: ADHD reWired Episode 444: ADHD Tax Stories & Strategies with Rick Webster Podcast Episode :: ADHD reWired Episode 338: Money Management with Rick Webster from RenaFi Article :: Adlerian Theory https://www.apa.org/pubs/books/Alderian-Psychotherapy-Intro-Sample.pdf App :: Brili Routines - Apps for Families & Adults with ADHD https://brili.com Website :: Self-Compassion by Kristin Neff https://self-compassion.org Website :: RenaFi with Rick Webster - for money management when you have ADHD https://www.renafi.com Book :: Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself by Kristin Neff Book :: Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World by Cal Newport   Book :: Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle - by Emily (PhD) and Amelia (DMA) Nagoski (at www.burnoutbook.net) Tool :: Time Timer

In this episode, Kristin Koliha joins Eric on the podcast!  Kristin, who was diagnosed with ADHD later in life, is a clinical social worker with a background in working with those who also have an ADHD diagnosis.  She's a mom of two kids who also have ADHD and is also a business owner!  Kristin works as a coach and educator for those with ADHD who struggle to manage their ADHD homes, working with them to create individualized strategies to help with home keeping.  She focuses on mindset shifts, ADHD diagnosis education in the context of home environment, and also focuses on support for those who want to take their homes from chaos to calm!  Find more from Kristin Koliha:  Website :: https://www.welcomehomeadhd.com (where you can also take a quiz to find out your organizational style!)  Instagram :: @welcomehomeADHD https://www.instagram.com/welcomehomeadhd/ In this episode, you'll hear tips and/or discussions about: The reasons for Kristin's interest in homekeeping for ADHD brains and struggles that a dependent encounters when beginning to “adult” Is Kristin an organized person? Discovering your “default” and how clutter can have a different effect on different people Decision making and decision fatigue How does Kristin help folks with the “decisions” of their stuff? Being intentional when bringing things in your new home and finding out where those things will live before you get them The frustration of organization and being experiential learners “Don't go buy the thing to solve the problem; think about how you can solve it without buying the thing, and what else needs to happen?”  Scheduling regular maintenance sessions / How your environment can affect your mood Organized for display vs. organizing for function Defining and discussing the different strategies for the pile-r, the stuffer, and the magician The “touch it once” rule Perfection, energy management, expectations, all-or-nothing thinking, and “good enough” Flexibility with values and needs to help with mental health / Can you be “green” with ADHD?  Strategies for working through the I-Don't-Wannas / Thinking about your future self  Finding your pain points in a home that have different levels of care in different areas of cleanliness  Honoring your tidying needs while honoring another person's tidying needs  Being caring, kind, and alleviating shame / Why asking for what someone needs isn't always helpful Resources & Honorable Mentions  Tidy-up tip from the editor:  Do you have extra dryer sheets?  Put a dryer sheet in your sink of hot water when soaking caked-on dishes to help loosen up the grime!  

In this episode, Eric is joined by Justine Clay!  Justine, who is a neurotypical mom of a neurodivergent kid, is also a speaker, writer, business coach, and ADHD coach, for creative entrepreneurs and freelancers.  Using her actionable-profitable-by-design framework, Justine helps established creative professionals and business-owners identify and articulate their unique value, position themselves to high-quality while paying clients, and build a fulfilling, efficient, and profitable creative business!   Find more from Justine! Website :: justineclay.com Instagram ::  @justine_clay LinkedIn :: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justineclay  In this episode, you'll hear tips and discussions about: Helping people articulate what they want among a sea of ideas and different ways of co-collaborating Getting down to what someone needs vs. what they think they need & finding the fundamentals What do you do when you're procrastinating? / Monetizing your zone of genius and accepting your gifts What is unique about the ADHD entrepreneur vs. a neurotypical entrepreneur?  Starting three things as a way to get unstuck and finding the “goldilocks” amount of pressure Creating structure with flexibility and options / “Don't check your email first thing in the morning.”   The importance of understanding your own tendencies / the power of the pause  “So many ‘fires' are just bright shiny objects that don't actually need our attention right now.”   “If you don't run your own attention, someone (or something) else will run it for you.”  Identifying an area of focus / Building on longer term goals and long-term coaching  Who am I, who am I for, and how do I serve them? /  “Be in community with other people who are doing what you're doing.”  The benefits and immense value of having diversity of life, experience, and ideologies within a team Mindset hurdles that show up for ADHD entrepreneurs and addressing negative thoughts and noise in our brains “What are you actually afraid of? What's the worst that could happen? What is within our power?”  Creating a, “You're Awesome!” folder to mitigate negative messaging  Addressing the topic of money with compassion / “Numbers don't define who you are as a human being.” “A moment spent worrying about money is a moment you've stolen from yourself where you could be working on your unique brilliance…” Finding a good financial advisor who will meet you where you're at, who understands your needs, understands your ADHD, and understands your goals   The importance of taking away 3 actionable steps and a deliverable roadmap Systemizing to make things easier so we're not constantly reinventing the wheel  Burnout and dealing with the stressors vs. processing physical stress Benefits of a morning journaling practice, using it as a brain dump, and addressing limiting beliefs How to start a morning journaling practice / Handwriting vs. typing  “The things that pay the most dividends can tend to have the hardest onramp.”  “Just try harder” doesn't work / “Why might this help?”  Resources & Honorable Mentions  Article :: How to Find your Zone of Genius Article :: How to Get Into the Zone of Genius and Unlock Your Highest Potential (on Forbes)   Article: Gay Hendricks and Andy Wang on the Inspired Money Podcast Website :: Hendricks Institute @ hendricks.com   Website :: Ten Percent Happier @ www.tenpercent.com Podcast :: Ten Percent Happier @ www.tenpercent.com/podcast App :: Loom - for video recording and collaboration - at loom.com Book :: Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle - by Emily (PhD) and Amelia (DMA) Nagoski (at www.burnoutbook.net) Book :: The Artist's Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity - Julia Cameron

On this episode of Successful with ADHD, I spoke with career coach Shell Mendelson about how to find the right career path when you have ADHD. Shell has over 35 years of experience in the career and vocational counseling field. After being diagnosed with ADHD later in life, she has dedicated the past 14 years to working specifically with ADHD adults.Shell shares insights from her new book, "A Course for ADHD Adults and Teens: Unlock Your Career Path," which guides readers through exercises to identify their ideal work skills, environments, knowledge areas and more. She explains how the standard job search process often doesn't work for ADHD brains, since we thrive when we're doing work we're genuinely interested in.Throughout our conversation, Shell stresses the importance of tuning out others' expectations and getting clarity on what YOU really want in a job or career. We also discuss tips for asking for accommodations in job interviews, transitioning from school to work, and more.Episode Highlights:[02:22] - How Shell got into career and vocational counseling.[05:56] - Transitioning from general counseling to disability counseling.[08:29] - Why vocational training should be for everyone, not just special ed students.[11:07] - Matching strengths to interests, passions and environments.[13:50] - Tailoring vocational training and accommodations for teens too.[15:26] - The dangers of the "fake it ‘til you make it" mentality at work.[16:59] - Focusing on what makes YOU energized, not what impresses others.[18:05] - When and how to ask for accommodations in job interviews.[21:05] - Scripts and narratives to help communicate your needs.[23:29] - Researching company culture and environment before interviewing.[27:02] - Options besides 4-year college if you're unsure of career path.[28:59] - Trying different majors before picking one as a college student.[30:04] - Creating a career book tailored to ADHD brains.[33:37] - Who this book can help - both ADHD and neurotypical job seekers.[35:22] - Example visuals from the book to map out your "Career Galaxy".[37:49] - Importance of knowing what you really want in your ideal work.Connect with Shell Mendelson:•Career Coaching with Shell - Shell's website: https://passiontocareer.com/•A Course for ADHD Adults and Teens: Unlock Your Career Path - Shell's new career guidebook: https://passiontocareer.com/course-book-live/ If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and review so more people can find it! Thanks for listening!Do you struggle with...? Negative thoughts and beliefs Defensiveness Getting stuck in your own stories Rejection Taking things personally Join our FREE masterclass "How to Stop Being So Defensive" on Mon, March 4 2024 @ 10am EST ▶ https://event.webinarjam.com/register/49/l8rl4cmy

This week, ADHD reWired welcomes Coach Dana Crews back on the podcast!   In this episode, Eric and Dana have a vulnerable and open conversation about navigating conflict, the difference between conflict and disagreements, recognizing emotions, and making space for people we love but may also–at times–disagree with!  Find more from Dana: All about Dana at www.adhdrewired.com/coach-dana-crews Second Arrow ADHD Coaching at secondarrowadhdcoaching.com ADHD reWired Episode 498: Will I Ever Be Content? In this episode, you'll hear discussions and tips about: Is conflict inevitable? What concepts come with conflict? / Thinking about the differences between conflict, disagreements, and avoiding conflict  How can we disagree without the intense emotional state that causes more dysregulation?  Differences between professional, personal, and family conflicts / Difficulties of transitions and the true size of ‘problems' Behaviors based on patterns and experiences even though we're not living in those moments and being stuck living in the past “We don't have to agree with a person's perspective.” / It's not WHAT we're disagreeing about – it's about HOW we're disagreeing. The importance of acknowledging the other person's feelings / Can I make space? Can I have empathy or compassion for the other person?  Holding space also includes active listening and being present / Mindfulness and grounding to be in the present  Stating intent: What is the goal? Is the goal to be heard? To be right? To be understood? To come to a resolution? A compromise? (The three Hs: Do you need to be heard, hugged, or helped?)  Getting to a place of collaboration, connection, and trust; a lack of conflict isn't necessarily healthy The power of the pause, non-judgemental awareness, and recognizing one's own tendencies and patterns of behaviors  Starting arguments as a way to stimulate the brain / Feeling understood and also feeling heard can also be stimulating  Getting stimulus sustainably and healthfully without it being stressful, unhealthy, or a detriment to ourselves or our loved ones Setting boundaries and laying down expectations when needing to take a break to calm down from a conflict / How to come back after taking care of in-the-moment emotions  Possibilities of creative problem solving / Acknowledging one's role in a conflict without blaming Stepping out of the content of a conflict and separating the emotion from the story you're telling yourself Identifying and tuning into emotions / “The story I'm telling myself is…” / Avoiding shame & guilt spirals Leaning into emotion vs. pushing away emotion Resources & Honorable Mentions  App: How We Feel at howwefeel.org   Article :: Turn Towards Instead of Away at gottman.com  Article :: Crucial Conversations Skill Summary Book :: Nonviolent Communication by Marshall B. Rosenberg Book :: Rising Strong - Brene Brown Website :: The Center of Nonviolent Communication at Information :: Esther Perel: Understanding and Resolving Conflict How to Resolve Conflict (Esther Perel) Masterclass Information :: Paul Ekman - Emotions Revealed

Join the ADHD reWired Team every second Tuesday of the month for our monthly Live Q&A!  If you want to join us live on Zoom, go to adhdrewired.com/events to register!  You can also find bonus questions & answers from past recordings and get an uninterrupted listening experience of this show on Patreon when you become a Patron at $5.00 a month or more!  Check it all out at adhdrewired.com/Patreon!   In this Q&A, you'll hear tips and discussions about: ADHD and long COVID mimicking ADHD symptoms Being a business owner with ADHD and hiring / training processes  How involved one should be in helping a partner with their medication regimen  Codependency vs. interdependency Observing, support, relationships, and not falling into codependency roles Being an accountability partner for a significant other  Chronic pain and negative feedback cycles Negative feedback spirals vs. negative feedback loops Mindfulness in the body and mind and mindfulness-based stress reduction The importance of being transparent about chronic pain with loved ones  Feeling safe, expressing needs, and accommodations around chronic pain  Can ADHD exacerbate pain?  Pain as part of our sensory system, ADHD, and different thresholds Different types of paper planners and accounting for transition time  SHART: Sh*t Happens; Adjustment Recovery Time Point of performances  Placeholders and flexibility when planning Tips for task-switching instead of avoiding moving from one task to another Practicing taking breaks at least once an hour Sleep, exercise, general self-care, and task-shifting abilities  Identifying obstacles then creating and/or accommodating around those obstacles “What are you fearing if you stop now and [transition] to the next thing?” and pattern interruptions The importance of having a growth mindset and seeing setbacks as opportunities Resources & Honorable Mentions  Check out the newest podcast on the ADHD reWired Podcast Network: The ADHD Creatives Podcast with Kristin Marts, LCSW!  At theadhdcreativespodcast.com

In this episode, Emerson Jordan-Wood joins Eric–in person at ADHD reWired HQ–on the podcast!  Emerson is a 27-year-old queer, non-binary, trans human. They are originally from Illinois, but have lived brief stints in Iowa, Texas, and most recently Minnesota! They studied civil engineering at The University of Iowa currently work in non-profit construction. Emerson was diagnosed with ADHD in 2021, and self-diagnosed with autism in 2022! They're also an active Alumni member of ADHD reWired's coaching and accountability groups! In this episode, you'll hear experiences, struggles, and discussions about: “Transitions are hard” and transitioning gender identities  The overlap of ADHD, different means of transitionings, and barriers to access Hoops, hurdles, and executive function nightmares Experiencing gender dysphoria and body disconnect Navigating the medical system and knowing your options “This feels like me.”  “Your transition is your transition and it doesn't have to be based on anybody else's.” Masking gender, masking as a neurotypical person, then unmaking gender identity Acceptance, freedom, and fully being your authentic self in the world  “I was doing what I thought I ‘should' be doing.”  Different perceptions of gender, how people respond and interact with those perceptions, and fitting in Experiencing gender privilege and gender discrimination in the workplace Understanding pros, cons, patterns, and social cues between the gender roles  Being misgendered, coming to terms with your identity and doing the work towards acceptance Navigating and learning how to process irritability, anger, frustration, and general emotional dysregulation Struggling with task initiation, living in a constant state of flight, and not “panicking” through life From TikTok to the doctor  Feelings of being unprepared, social expectations, and navigating new environments Social cues, dynamics in conversations, and autism The helpfulness of labels and language to describe different struggles to take action and better communicate

This week, Jeremy Nagel joins Eric on the show!  Jeremy is a neuro-spicy software developer turned startup founder who is slightly obsessed with habits!  He likes to start each day with a 2-hour morning routine and sometimes surprises colleagues by busting out a set of pushups during meetings to keep the energy high!  When he's not working on startups, he enjoys cross-country skiing, trail-running, and cycling with his wife.  Jeremy also hosts the podcast, “Focus and Chill”, a show about productivity for neurodivergent people!  Find more from Jeremy: Check out his website and app at FocusBear.io Find the podcast at podcast.focusbear.io – “Focus and Chill” Get in touch with Jeremy on LinkedIn In this episode, you'll hear tips and discussions about: Micro-workouts to boost focus, mechanical multi-tasking through energy slumps & maintaining energy “Busy hands, quiet mind.” / Hyperfocus vs. the counterintuitive ideas of taking a break The benefits of actually stepping away and taking breaks  Ways that your room or environments affect bigger- or smaller-picture thinking How do you stop when the focus feels good? / “Feeling are convincing liars.”  Accountability, and body-doubling  Consistency, resiliency, the law of averages, & the importance of learning your own patterns Addressing and dealing with stress, stressors, and burnout through physical activity  Micro-workouts as a tool to manage emotional storms and dysregulation Exercise “snacks” and bite-sized workouts: Defining allotted times and types of workouts/movement Self-talk strategies when “I don't want to!” How do we modify or set up our environments to be more conducive for what we want and/or need to do? Consistency, variations, flexibility in routines, and small actions adding up over time  “The more we are able to get ourselves into various routines, the less we are having to tax our executive functions to do the work we're trying to do within those routines.”  “Stopping requires executive function.”  Helpful in-the-moment vs. helpful in the long-term, not struggling alone, and self-compassion When we're doing everything right but our brain has other plans  Externalizing executive functioning for days when the EF-tank is low Having limits in place and the power of the Pause  Mindfulness, meditation, and dishes as a mindfulness practice  Resources & Honorable Mentions  Adult Study Hall by ADHD reWired at adultstudyhall.com  Book: Burnout - The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle - by Emily Nagoski, PhD and Amelia Nagoski, DMA

In this episode of ADHD reWired, Skye returns to the show!  Skye is an ADHD coach and founder of Unconventional Organization, an international ADHD support service that provides research-backed support to adults with ADHD.  She also has years of experience working in adult education and has studied psychology, sociology, and public health.  Skye was diagnosed with ADHD as a doctoral candidate before making the decision to leave her candidature to work full time on Unconventional Organization.   Find more from Skye: Check out Unconventional Organization at unconventionalorganization.com The ADHD Skills Lab Podcast at unconventionalorganisation.com/theadhdskillslab   In this episode, you'll hear tips and discussions about: Life updates from Skye with a new addition to the family Accepting when routines need to be altered when life circumstances change Dividing different todos, transitions, and location-basing your tasks  Adjustments, reinforcements, and externalizing routines  Interruptions, picking a task back up post-interruption, and external support Routines to preserve executive functions, transitioning, mental shifting, and adjusting Movement and dopamine to support working memory Dialing down stimulation rather than shutting it off Troubleshooting and problem solving in the moment when an unexpected interruption pops up  Resetting, freezing, and externalized dysregulation vs. internalized emotional dysregulation “I have NO routines at all–where do I start?”  How important is knowing how long each part of a routine takes?  The difficulty of remembering routines and excited vs. working memory Remembering organically vs. being reminded and creating cues Googly eyes? Why not!  AI and smart tools for helping with routines “ADHD is not a skill deficit.” …and more!  Resources & Honorable Mentions  ADHD reWired Episode 449 :: Getting Tasks Done with Skye   Tool: reMarkable at reMarkable.com Check out The ADHD Creatives Podcast with ADHD reWired Coach Kristin Marts! theadhdcreativespodcast.com 

In this episode, Eric is joined by Jonathan Kidder!  Jonathan is a “kidder”, through and through - bringing comedy through character, as a puppeteer, content creator, and comedian.  His big claim to fame is as a puppet character, Busy the Bee, on Waffles + Mochi on Netflix!  The L.A. Gay Scene knows Jonathan as Miss Phoenix, The Ultimate Party Foul: Poolside Tarot Card reader by Merman Kidder, and through his party portraits he calls “Kidder-atures”, Kidder makes things fun using the power of personification and character to help him keep track of time!   Get the full conversation and an uninterrupted listening experience when you become a Patron at $5 a more at https://www.adhdrewired.com/pateron!  Find even more from Jonathan Kidder: Website :: kidderco.com (click here!) Instagram :: @JWKidder Linkt.ee / jonathankidder ::   In this episode, you'll hear tips and discussions about: ADHD, sobriety, and humor for functionality  Puppets, time-blindness, and underwear for each day of the week Using your fun, embracing colloquialisms, and addressing your inner critic  Experimentation to find what works for your ADHD management  Not taking oneself too seriously and perfectionism as the enemy of humor “I'm not always able to make-the-funny” and self-acceptance  Ways to make time physical Ways to keep time visual and other tools for managing time blindness Managing our ADHD vs. ADHD managing us  The importance of doing and planning what works for you  Closing loops, resetting, Chakras, and theme-ing your days  Using absurdity and connected ideas to remember things Themes and structuring to help with decision fatigue  Resources & Honorable Mentions  Book :: Driven to Distraction by Edward M. Hallowell, M.D., and John J. Ratey, M.D. Book :: Addiction to Perfection: The Still Unravished Bride: A Psychological Study - by Marian Woodman Video :: How to Stimulate Your Brain (DOPA Menu) - Jessica McCabe (HowToADHD) Video :: Trailer to Waffles + Mochi (on YouTube) Video :: Pink Sweat Video Shoot (on YouTube) Movie :: Death to Smoochy Movie :: The Happy Time Murders Movie :: Spaceballs Website :: Internal Family Systems (IFS Institute) at ifs-institute.com Website :: Folkmanis Puppets at folkmanis.com Tool :: Time Timer Original 12” at timetimer.com Pithy Nibbles  “Humor, for me, is a version of pizzazz!” “Humor is about imperfection and change and being present; perfection and perfectionism is, ‘you can't have perfection and change.'”  “Nobody doesn't have an ass.” 

Join the ADHD reWired Team every second Tuesday of the month for our monthly Live Q&A!  If you want to join us live on Zoom, go to adhdrewired.com/events to register!  You can also find bonus questions & answers from past recordings and get an uninterrupted listening experience of this show on Patreon when you become a Patron at $5.00 a month or more!  Check it all out at adhdrewired.com/Patreon!   ⚠️ Our winter season of coaching & accountability groups starts on January 11th, 2024!  Go to coachingrewired.com to find out all the up-to-date information and everything you'll need before we start!  In this Q&A, you'll hear tips and discussions about: Navigating around responses and emotions, family dynamics during the holidays, and discussions around ADHD and neurodivergence Overestimating our capacity to get things done and avoiding / overcoming burnout Time management, energy management, and reframing expectations  A strategy for remembering to actually stop your timer when time-tracking Tools/strategies to help with overwhelm, and the role of acceptance and community Using a camera and grid system to organize and declutter a room Emotional regulation practices / A.I. tools and services Intervening to taking breaks even when you “don't feel tired” and making decisions on a drained brain Cramming for deadlines and zeroing in on sources of procrastination  Hybrid planning and the importance of experimentation  Scope creep, saying no, learning our tendencies, and having a “parking lot” for our ideas Resources & Honorable Mentions Book: Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Tawwab Book: 168 Hours by Laura Vanderkam Book: Change Your Questions, Change Your Life by Marilee G. Adams Book: The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron Website: GoodInside - Dr. Becky (at https://www.goodinside.com) Instagram: Nedra Tawwab @nedratawwab (Author of “Set Boundaries, Find Peace”)  YouTube Video: How to Give Your Brain the Stimulation it Needs (a.k.a. a DOPA Menu!) with Jessica from HowToADHD Adult Study Hall by ADHD reWired at adultstudyhall.com App: Otter.ai   Quotable Remembrances “You're not the jack-ass whisperer” - Brene Brown  “You can't change the people around you, but you can change the people around you.” - The Minimalists (Joshua Fields Milburn and Ryan Nicodemus)  “Novelty is great, but be wise about how you use it.”  “If we don't have an accurate picture of what's going on in our macro life, how can we even begin to know what needs to change?” “If you can't change it, you can change the way you think about it.”  “Am I overcomplicating this?”  “If you don't know where your boundary is first, you are likely to scope-creep.” 

Our 35th season of ADHD reWired's Coaching and Accountability Groups are coming up fast!  This winter season begins next week on Thursday, January 11th, 2024!  Don't miss your chance to join - go now to coachingrewired.com to find this season's schedule and all the details, and to get your name on our interest list, so you can join one of our upcoming final registration events: Tuesday, January 9th (immediately following the Live Q&A); or  Wednesday, January 10th at 10am Pacific / 1pm Eastern If those times don't work for you, you can even schedule a 1-on-1 with Eric, coach Kristin or coach Brian, or another member of the ADHD reWired team, who will help you get all the information you'll need to get registered!  Growth happens here.  Start the new year by starting with you - go now to coachingrewired.com! 

This week, ADHD reWired Coaches Eric Tivers, Kristin Marts, and Brian Entler get together for the first ever round-table discussion!  You'll hear stories about troubles and tips for how coaches manage their own transitions, how each person leverages the tools in their ADHD toolbelts, the role of novelty, thriving in a crisis, how different times of day affect each coach, and more!   Send your suggestions and ideas of what you'd like to hear from the coaches in future Coaches Round Table episodes to support@adhdrewired.com with the subject line, “Round Table”  You can hear more from Brian, Kristin, and other past guests in all of our recordings of our monthly Live Q&As!  Find show notes to this episode and all past episodes adhdrewired.com/podcast!   More notes on this amazing episode coming soon!  In the meantime, checkout these resources mentioned on today's show!  Podcast :: ADHD reWired Episode #342 - Transitions, Balancing Work, and Relations - with Adison Smith Podcast :: ADHD reWired Episode #429 - Growth Cycles with Brian Entler Podcast :: ADHD reWired Episode #514 - Introducing: The ADHD Creatives Podcast with Kristin Marts Book :: The One Thing by Gary W. Kellar and Jay Papasan ADHD reWired Coaching :: About Coach Kristin Marts at https://www.adhdrewired.com/coach-kristin-marts   ADHD reWired Coaching :: About Brian Entler at https://www.adhdrewired.com/coach-brian-entler Join our award-winning Coaching & Accountability Groups at coachingrewired.com  If you love the show and want to support our work, consider becoming a Patron at adhdrewired.com/Patreon 

⚠️ Coming soon to your favorite podcast player: The ADHD Creatives Podcast with Coach Kristin Marts, LCSW!  Check out more at

This week, Eric is joined by Donavan Robinson!

This week, get to know Coach Kristin Marts a little more as Eric and Kristin share a one-on-one conversation about the role and importance of creativity in her life, her history in dance and musical theater, her journey through ADHD reWired's Coaching & Accountability Groups, what sparked her to become an LCSW, and how she became a coach!  You'll also hear about her joy of performing, life as a late-diagnosed neurodivergent mom with neurodivergent kids, and so much more!  And, coming soon: Look out for the FULL trailer of The ADHD Creatives Podcast in your favorite podcast player on or before December 29th!   Find Kristin: On her website at TheADHDCreativesPodcast.com As an ADHD reWired Coach at adhdrewired.com And get in touch with Kristin at kmarts@possibilitiestherapycenter.com Questions/Topics: [00:01:22] Introducing Kristin and sharing her story [00:03:52] Finding coaching and getting involved  [00:07:24] Learning about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) [00:09:20] Thriving in a crisis, improvisation, and perfectionism  [00:11:53] Creativity is “impulsivity gone right” - Dr. Ned Hallowell  [00:12:19] Kristin reflects on her first year of coaching: perfectionism and being yourself [00:16:18] “We are our harshest critics.”  [00:21.44] How the idea of The ADHD Creatives Podcast was born [00:23:23] Introducing a teaser of The ADHD Creatives Podcast trailer [00:24:28] Eric asks about Kristin's process and experience to create her podcast [00:30:15] Songs, shows, commercials, and a sense of timing  [00:31:56] The experiences Kristin integrates into coaching  [00:36:28] Masking, persona, creativity, forgiveness, and patience  [00:40:53] Thoughts on gifts and superpowers [00:43:34] What inspired Kristin to become an LCSW  [00:50:54] Favorite things about coaching, more about the upcoming new podcast, and closing thoughts   Resources & Honorable Mentions: Book:  The One Thing Join ADHD reWired's ADHD-friendly online coworking community at adultstudyhall.com!

Join the ADHD reWired Team every second Tuesday of the month for our monthly Live Q&A!  If you want to join us live on Zoom, go to adhdrewired.com/events to register!   You'll also find the bonus questions & answers from this recording and can listen in ad-free on Patreon when you become a Patron at $5.00 a month or more by going to adhdrewired.com/Patreon!   Resources / Topics / Honorable Mentions Article: “Sailboat Metaphor” on scottbarrykaufman.com Article: “Why we Need to Evolve Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs from a Pyramid to a Sailboat Metaphor” by Kyle Kowalski Book: “No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness with the Internal Family Systems Model” Topic: Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs   Topic: Sailboat of Needs Topic: Motivational Interviewing Website: Chat GPT at chat.openai.com Website: IFS Institute (Internal Family Systems) at ifs-institute.com Website/App: Goblin Tools at goblin.tools

This week, Eric is joined by Melissa Seldon! Melissa is an artist, librarian-for-hire, and nature lover.  Creating is a predominant part of her mental health and healing process that she is currently working through.  Her art pieces can represent emotions and ideas that the deep and dusty corners of her brain offer up, as well as traits and behaviors that she is attempting to embody. The majority of Melissa's art has an illustration bent to it and is inspired by nature.  The execution can range from the representational to the fantastical, as well as more stylized designs.  Watercolor is Melissa's medium of choice, but lately, she has been revisiting metal jewelry, handbuilding with clay, and collage.   Find Melissa on Instagram @apoideastudio Check out Melissa's website at apoideastudio.wordpress.com Questions/Topics:  [00:01:06] Introducing Melissa [00:02:50] Melissa recaps a tough year at work, advocating, and dealing with anxiety [00:05:29] Asking for accommodations and flexible deadlines  [00:08:07] “Middle school is hard for everyone.”  [00:08:37] ADHD in the workplace and coming out of the pandemic  [00:12:39] Opening up about crippling generalized anxiety [00:18:43] Recovering from burnout and aching for creativity  [00:21:03] “I bought an anvil”  [00:22:50] Art and connecting with a creative longing  [00:24:36] Creativity to cope with and manage anxiety  [00:25:56] Executive functions and barriers to get started on creative work [00:28:25] Connecting creating with feelings  [00:29:55] The role of subject matter in personal creativity [00:32:17] A discussion on music and albums  [00:39:34] Selling a painting, a gathering gallery space, and The Veiled Crow [00:42:06] The importance of community and choosing ‘now' to speak up about burnout  [00:45:12] Life in the middle of burnout and recovery [00:47:53] “I'll do that later”  [00:49:14] Melissa shares her thoughts on success [00:51:57] “If you could change one thing…” [00:55:25] “We have to listen to our bodies.”  [00:58:58] Closing thoughts & getting in touch with Melissa Resources & Honorable Mentions: Shop: The Veiled Crow Music: Nightfall in Middle Earth

This week, Trina Haynes from MyLadyADHD joins the show! Trina is the founder of My Lady ADHD, which empowers and supports individuals facing ADHD challenges!  She created a safe space and vibrant community for women, drawing from her own personal ADHD journey.  Trina is also the host of the My Lady ADHD Podcast, and is the cofounder of Get Lost Retreats, featuring regular ADHD women's retreats around the globe! Learn more about Trina at MyLadyADHD.com! Check out Get Lost Retreats at getlostretreats.com Questions/Topics:  [00:00:42] Introducing Trina  [00:01:55] Eric and Trina talk about the struggle of making friends and maintaining friendships  [00:06:45] Executive functions, planning & scheduling, maintenance, and avoidance [00:07:47] Perceived rejections, shame, and assuming the best of intentions  [00:10:18] Connecting with ADHDers vs. connecting with neurotypicals  [00:11:25] An ADHD moment… then, a discussion on fizzled-out friendships  [00:14:18] The difficulty of making friends after lockdown and isolation  [00:15:15] Introversion, extroversion, and recovery time  [00:16:44] FOMO (fear of missing out) and the challenge of transitions to stop when being with friends  [00:23:44] Another ADHD moment… [00:24:30] Trina shares lessons learned from friendships that didn't last, why friendships might not always last, and the importance of communicating clear intentions  [00:26:48] Friendships, feedback, investing, and balance  [00:31:13] Eric and Trina take an intentional moment to reach out to a friend [00:32:26] Managing emotions when worrying if friends will be upset with you, the importance of repair, and being a people-pleaser [00:36:36] Personal dumpster fires, healing, and exploring [00:39:37] The importance of going back to basics and max-capacities [00:47:16] Phone tools and apps to help with communication [00:50:23] Frontloading conversations with honesty and vulnerability [00:51:44] How to get in touch with Trina and closing thoughts  Resources & Honorable Mentions: Hear Eric on Trina's podcast on the My Lady ADHD Podcast Hear Trina and other panelists on ADHD reWired's Live Q&A from August 8th - Episode 500

This week, Eric is joined by Emily Karp! Emily is a 33-year-old entrepreneur, asexuality activist, and fan-work creator!  She embraced her ADHD around age 30 and quit her tedious job to become self-employed as a funeral celebrant and memorial slideshow editor who crafts personalized funerals and celebration-of-life events for non-religious individuals.  Emily went through the ADHD reWired coaching program in spring of 2021 and became a peer mentor in 2022.   Emily is also one of the authors of the book Ace and Aro Journeys: A Guide to Embracing your Asexual or Aromantic Identity, and is a lead organizer of the Washington DC Metro Area Ace and Aro meetup group!  Learn more about Emily at griefpictured.com! Questions/Topics: [00:01:39] Introducing Emily [00:02:41] Diving into the start of Emily's ADHD journey [00:03:37] The stakes of getting an ADHD diagnosis [00:04:47] Life as an administrative professional before treatments  [00:08:47] Burnout, becoming an entrepreneur, sleep struggles, and coaching  [00:10:30] The “why” behind becoming a non-religious Funeral Celebrant  [00:13:24] Helping others grieve and heal, family estrangements, memorial gatherings, and closure  [00:17:17] Grief to acceptance with ADHD  [00:24:07] The basics of asexuality and aromantics [00:26:04] Nuances of ace relationships, significant others, attraction, and more   [00:28:25] Physical desire, libido, and other statistics in the asexual community  [00:30:44] A discussion on dysfunction, orientation, sexual trauma, and gatekeeping  [00:33:20] ADHD and neurodivergence in the Ace community  [00:42:07] The positive impact of community and relationships  [00:45:01] Emily's facilitated sessions in the ADHD reWired community spaces  [00:46:54] Sharing more wins  [00:48:43] Emily's work, website, and closing thoughts Resources & Honorable Mentions: Podcast: Aceterpretations Website: TAAAP - The Acc and Aro Advocacy Project @ taaap.org Book: Ace and Aro Journeys: A Guide to Embracing Your Asexual or Aromantic Identity Want to go to CHADD this year?  Go to chadd.org to learn more!

Join the ADHD reWired Team every second Tuesday of the month for our monthly Live Q&A!  If you want to join us live on Zoom, go to adhdrewired.com/events to register!   You'll also find the bonus Q&As from this recording and can listen in ad-free on Patreon when you become a Patron at $5.00 a month or more by going to adhdrewired.com/Patreon!   Questions/Topics:  [00:01:49] “For those who have done some individual coaching work on ADHD, how can groups offer to help with further progress if we've already learned some (ADHD management) strategies?”  [00:03.06] An ADHD moment: introducing the panelists + sharing group-coaching experiences  [00:08:21] Saying vs. Knowing  [00:09:22] A listener asks about creating processes: “How do you draw the line between a useful process, but when it's so complex, it becomes dreadful, then ends up getting in the way?” [00:13.49] Dare to start small [00:14:55] Decluttering your processes  [00:18:22] “As parents with ADHD, what are the dos and don'ts with a potentially neurodiverse child in school?”  [00:20.39] A discussion on advocating for your child  [00:23:07] The importance of managing emotions while advocating  [00:30:21] “Because ADHD sometimes comes with emotional dysregulation, which sometimes happens to me at not-so-opportune times, do you have any tips or strategies for coaching oneself beforehand or ways to get oneself out of dysregulation when it's happening?”  [00:30:55] DBT (dialectical behavior therapy), interrupting dysregulation in the body, and emotion in the body [00:32:38] The importance of knowing your tendencies  [00:33:54] A discussion and sharing experiences with EMDR  [00:35:21] The before, during, and after-care of emotions in certain situations; noticing physical responses [00:37:30] A listener asks about the Alumni Community versus Adult Study Hall and ADHD reWired's free Facebook community [00:37:50] Kristin shares her experiences of the Alumni community after coaching [00:38:58] Laura talks about the relationships and connections made  [00:40:05] Brian's successes utilizing accountability and cultivating continuing growth [00:44:35] Closing thoughts & announcements  Resources & Honorable Mentions Learn more about Wrightslaw What is EMDR? Join ADHD reWired's online body-doubling community at AdultStudyHall.com! Interested in going to the CHADD conference? Check it out at CHADD.org/conference!

In today's episode, Eric is joined by Edward Savio!  Edward is a dad, has ADHD, wrote a musical, and grew up in Connecticut; after Howard University, Edward moved to Los Angeles to pursue screenwriting, where he became a 10-year overnight success!  Savio's first novel, Idiots in the Machine, was picked up by Sony Pictures from the academy award-winning producers of Forest Gump. After more deals with Sony, Disney, and others, Edward shifted his focus  writing novels so he could spend more time with his family.  He wrote his first three novels in the home overlooking San Francisco Bay, where Danielle Steel wrote her first two breakout novels.  He also once nearly drove Val Kilmer off a cliff!   Learn more about Edward at his website: EdwardSavio.com

In today's episode, Danielle Sullivan joins the podcast! Danielle is the founder of Neurodiverging Coaching, which offers sliding scale neurodiversity-affirming coaching options for the community.  Danielle is also a certified Positive Psychology coach, a certified Parent Coach, and a certified trauma-informed specialist!  They had intended to remain in academia to work on gendered disability and religion, but then pivoted after she was diagnosed as autistic around age 30 after her eldest child was also diagnosed.  In looking for resources for herself, she found very little, and began producing the Neurodiverging Podcast to try and develop and offer resources for others like her. In this episode, you'll hear about communication nuances and unpacking the challenges and adaptability for people with both ADHD and autism across different social contexts, managing the home, exploring home dynamics and practices for managing a neurodiverse household, and the importance of non-judgemental regulation. Then, you'll hear discussions about advocacy, ableism, confronting ableism, burnout and understanding burnout with sensory overload, burnout strategies and prevention, and explorations with technology and ADHD.  Learn more about Danielle and find their podcast at Neurodiverging.com Questions/Topics:  [00:01:36] Episode Summary [00:03:21] Introducing Danielle [00:06:29] Sensory differences, being the “difficult child”, stereotypical presentations, and exploring autism as an adult [00:09:53] A discussion on politeness norms and how environment can affect presentation  [00:13:28] Coping with variables and novel situations  [00:15:08] Managing a neurodivergent household, sensory mismatches, overwhelm, and regulation strategies  [00:19:34] “What if I just do one more thing?”  [00:23:53] Raising awareness around autism in adults: What is Neurodiverging all about?  [00:27:53] Industries attempting to accommodate [00:29:13] A discussion on internalized ableism  [00:33:04] Overly formal speech, chronic ear infections, and asynchronous development  [00:37:37] A discussion on burnout: neurotypical vs. neurodivergent burnout  [00:41:33] Recognizing burnout, autistic behaviors, and the effects of a dysregulated nervous system [00:45:19] “If you can name it, you can tame it.”  [00:46:30] Danielle's go-to strategies for managing burnout and burnout prevention  [00:47:03] Learning about your own sensory systems and triggers  [00:48:49] An ADHD moment…   [00:49:42] Addressing physical stress, emotions in the body, and closing the stress-cycle  [00:53:29] Words of wisdom and closing thoughts  Resources & Honorable Mentions: Book: Burnout - The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily Nagoski, PhD and Amelia Nagoski, DMA