ADHD Babes: The Podcast

Summary

In this episode of ADHD Babes, Tyler, Chi-Chi, and Joy delve into the complex relationship between ADHD and trauma. They explore how trauma can mimic ADHD symptoms and vice versa, leading to confusion in diagnosis and treatment. The conversation highlights personal experiences with trauma, the impact of ADHD on daily life, and the importance of community support. They discuss various healing practices, including journaling, therapy, and spirituality, emphasizing the need for self-compassion and understanding in navigating these challenges. The episode concludes with reflections on personal growth and the significance of connection in the healing journey.

Host

Tyler

Guests

Chichi

Joy

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Trauma Series

08:02 Understanding ADHD and Trauma

18:02 Navigating the Intersection of Trauma and ADHD

21:55 Understanding Mental Health and Physical Health

23:14 ADHD and Trauma: Personal Experiences

27:57 The Impact of Trauma on Personal Growth

32:28 Trauma's Physical Manifestations

36:35 The Body Keeps the Score: Understanding Trauma

45:22 ADHD Traits and Their Impact on Relationships

54:53 Healing and Somatic Practices

55:45 Healing Through New Habits

57:32 The Role of Spirituality in Healing

01:00:18 Journaling as a Healing Tool

01:05:05 The Power of Intentional Good Deeds

01:05:37 Exploring Audio Journaling and Somatic Practices

01:10:20 Integrating Various Healing Practices

01:12:55 The Importance of Community in Healing

01:17:16 outro_24

Takeaways

• Trauma can often look like ADHD, and vice versa.
• ADHD can make individuals more vulnerable to trauma.
• Understanding the overlap between ADHD and trauma is crucial for healing.
• Community support is vital for those navigating ADHD and trauma.
• Healing practices can include journaling, therapy, and spirituality.
• Self-compassion is essential in the healing process.
• Everyone may exhibit ADHD traits, but not everyone has ADHD.
• The body retains trauma, impacting emotional and physical well-being.
• It's important to recognize and validate each other's experiences with trauma.
• Personal growth can stem from understanding and addressing trauma.

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Credits

Scripted by - Julez

Edited by - Tyler

Music

Written & Performed by VVN,

Produced by SolomonsSoul,

Mix & Master by ST4X.

Voice over

Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Summary

In this episode of ADHD Babes, hosts Ana Ramos and ChiChi Enu, along with guests Amethyst and Gladys, explore the intersection of meditation and ADHD.

They discuss personal experiences with meditation, the challenges faced by individuals with ADHD, and the importance of finding a personal style that aligns with one's values. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-compassion and authenticity in meditation practices, highlighting that there is no one right way to meditate.

The group shares insights on how meditation can help ground individuals and bring them to the present, while also addressing the benefits of movement-based practices and group meditation. In this conversation, the participants explore the challenges and benefits of meditation, particularly for individuals with ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions.

They discuss personal experiences with meditation, the importance of self-compassion, and the need to find time for mindfulness practices amidst busy lives. The conversation also touches on the value of welcoming thoughts during meditation and the exploration of energy work as an alternative form of self-care.

Ultimately, the participants emphasize the importance of being kind to oneself and finding what works best for each individual in their meditation journey.

Hosts

Ana & ChiChi

Guests

Amethyst

Gladys

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to Meditation and ADHD

01:49 - Personal Experiences with Meditation

08:04 - Challenges of Meditation for ADHD

14:09 - Evolving Relationships with Meditation

20:20 - Authenticity in Meditation Practices

25:06 - Meditation and Self-Compassion

27:55 - Navigating Group Dynamics and Personal Challenges

29:50 - Finding Time for Meditation in a Busy Life

33:01 - Advice for Struggling Meditators

35:51 - Exploring Energy Work and Alternative Practices

Takeaways

• Meditation is about training awareness, not turning off thoughts.
• Personal experiences with meditation vary widely among individuals.
• Challenges in meditation often stem from misconceptions about the practice.
• Finding a personal style of meditation is crucial for effectiveness.
• Group meditation can enhance focus and connection for those with ADHD.
• Movement-based practices can be beneficial for calming the mind.
• Meditation can help ground individuals and bring them to the present.
• Authenticity in meditation practices leads to deeper benefits.
• Self-compassion is essential in the meditation journey.
• There is no one right way to meditate; it's about what feels good. Meditation can be personalized to fit individual needs.
• Welcoming thoughts during meditation can reduce anxiety.
• Self-compassion is crucial for effective meditation.
• Finding time for meditation is a common struggle.
• Meditation can help manage ADHD symptoms.
• There is no one-size-fits-all approach to meditation.
• Experimenting with different practices is encouraged.
• Energy work can complement traditional meditation.
• Being kind to oneself is essential in the meditation journey.
• Seeking professional help is valid if struggling with meditation.

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Credits

Scripted by - Birungi Kawooya

Edited by - Selorm

Music

Written & Performed by VVN,

Produced by SolomonsSoul,

Mix & Master by ST4X.

Voice over

Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Summary

On today's episode of ADHD Babes: The Podcast, we finish off our discussion about ADHD tax. This time, we explore the the nuances of culture and family as well as tips and tricks we've learnt to help us to balance the impact.

Host

Ana & Julez

Guests

Charlene

Tyler

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Credits

Scripted by - Charlene

Edited by - Azeezat

Music

Written & Performed by VVN,

Produced by SolomonsSoul,

Mix & Master by ST4X.

Voice over

Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Summary

On today's episode of ADHD Babes: The Podcast, hosts Ana and Julez are joined by babes Charlene and Tyler to discuss ADHD Tax for 'Talk Money Week'.

In part 1, they explore the science behind ADHD Tax, how it has affected them personally and how community support can help to reduce shame.

Host

Ana & Julez

Guests

Charlene

Tyler

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Credits

Scripted by - Charlene

Edited by - Azeezat

Music

Written & Performed by VVN,

Produced by SolomonsSoul,

Mix & Master by ST4X.

Voice over

Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Summary

In this very special episode of ADHD Babes, host Ana Ramos is joined by the Facilitation team behind the ADHD Babes Support Groups. They discuss their motivations for volunteering, the importance of community support, and personal achievements. The conversation highlights the significance of self-care practices, inclusivity, and the healing power of connection within the ADHD community. Each guest shares their favorite aspects of leading support groups and the impact it has on their lives. The episode concludes with information on how to join ADHD Babes and participate in their support sessions.

Host

Ana

Guests

Vivienne @vvnsings / Spotify = VVN

Jay @all_things_jay_ig / @allthingsjay2

LiLi @cherrytree_walk

ChiChi @Chichienu

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to ADHD Babes Support Group Facilitator Members

03:21 Personal Experiences and Motivations for Volunteering

06:20 The Importance of Community and Support

07:12 Individual Introductions and Contributions

10:56 Celebrating Achievements and Personal Growth

15:24 Embracing Self-Care and Emotional Regulation

18:11 The Importance of Support Groups

23:03 Finding Community and Connection

27:59 Navigating Personal Challenges Together

32:25 The Power of Being Seen and Heard

34:48 The Joy of Hosting and Community Engagement

43:25 The Power of Support Groups

46:18 Building Community and Family Connections

48:10 Capacity-Led Practices in Support

51:18 Celebrating Diversity and Community

52:19 Joining the ADHD Babes Support Group

57:46 Looking Ahead: Plans and Aspirations

59:24 Acknowledging Our Supporters

01:03:19 Outro

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Credits

Scripted by - Shauna

Edited by - Azeezat

Music

Written & Performed by VVN,

Produced by SolomonsSoul,

Mix & Master by ST4X.

Voice over

Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Summary

In this episode, we celebrate five years of ADHD Babes, joined by our Directors, Vivienne, Shauna & Ayesha we reflect on the joys and challenges of building a supportive community for neurodivergent individuals. They discuss the impact of their work, the importance of self-care, and the lessons learned about leadership and kinship. The conversation also delves into the daily operations behind the scenes and the exciting future vision for ADHD Babes, emphasizing the collective strength of the community.

In this conversation, the participants discuss the dynamics of their community, the importance of distributed decision-making, and the impact of their events on individuals' lives. They reflect on the challenges and joys of leadership, the significance of team wellbeing, and their aspirations for the future, including the desire for a physical space. They celebrate their five-year anniversary and share insights on upcoming events and community engagement.

Host

Julez & Ana

Guests

Vivienne (Viv) - Managing Director and Director of Community Outreach & Wellbeing

Shauna - Podcast Director

Ayesha - Company Secretary

Chapters

00:00 Celebrating Five Years of ADHD Babes

02:06 Impact of ADHD Babes Community

52:35 Witnessing Growth and Change

57:17 Lessons in Leadership and Community

01:04:44 Future Visions for ADHD Babes

01:10:56 Celebrating Five Years of ADHD Babes

01:12:47 Passion and Community Engagement

01:13:00 Upcoming Events and Announcements

01:14:15 Personal Projects and Social Media Connections

01:19:33 Closing Thoughts and Community Support

01:20:05 Outro

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Credits

Scripted by - Julez

Edited by - Shauna

Music

Written & Performed by VVN,

Produced by SolomonsSoul,

Mix & Master by ST4X.

Voice over

Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠

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Summary

In this episode of ADHD Babes, the hosts and their guests delve into the complexities of growing up with ADHD in black families, exploring personal experiences, cultural stigmas, and the impact of neurodiversity on relationships and mental health. They discuss the importance of education and community support in understanding ADHD and the need to reclaim the narrative around disability. The conversation highlights the shared experiences of individuals navigating their identities and the challenges faced within their families and society.

Host

Ana

Joy

Guests

Kemi aka ADHD Baddie - @adhd.baddie

Janelle

Amoyah

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to ADHD and Family Dynamics

03:21 Personal Journeys with ADHD

06:22 Cultural Perspectives on Neurodiversity

09:48 Childhood Experiences and Family Relationships

12:46 Understanding Mental Health in Families

15:43 The Impact of ADHD on Relationships

18:24 Generational Patterns of ADHD

21:24 Navigating Life with ADHD

24:39 The Role of Partners in ADHD Experiences

27:32 Conclusion and Reflections on ADHD

38:19 Understanding Neurodiversity in Relationships

43:46 Cultural Stigmas and Mental Health Awareness

49:39 Navigating Education and Diagnosis

57:22 The Impact of Family Dynamics on Neurodiversity

01:03:40 Reclaiming the Narrative Around Disability

01:10:55 Workplace Challenges and Acceptance

01:16:51 outro

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Credits

Scripted by - Julez

Edited by - Shauna

Music

Written & Performed by VVN,

Produced by SolomonsSoul,

Mix & Master by ST4X.

Voice over

Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠

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Summary

In this episode of ADHD Babes, hosts Jules and Shauna delve into the complexities of time perception. They explore how individuals with ADHD often experience time differently, leading to challenges in productivity and mental health. The conversation covers real-life examples of time management struggles, effective strategies for improving time awareness, and the importance of self-compassion in navigating these challenges. They share personal anecdotes and practical tips, emphasising the need for flexibility and understanding in managing time perception.

Host

Julez

Guest

Shauna

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Time Perception and ADHD

11:06 Impact of Time Perception on Daily Life

13:30 Navigating Time Management Challenges

14:26 Navigating Time Perception Challenges

17:21 Strategies for Managing Time and Productivity

20:15 The Role of Alarms and Visual Cues

23:17 Creating Routines and Accountability

26:18 The Impact of External Factors on Routines

29:24 Understanding the Emotional Aspects of Time Management

32:24 Finding Grace in Time Management

35:18 Innovative Approaches to Task Management

38:13 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways

44:02 Outro

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Credits

Scripted by - Love, Builder of Worlds

Edited by - Tyler

Music

Written & Performed by VVN,

Produced by SolomonsSoul,

Mix & Master by ST4X.

Voice over

Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠

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Summary

In this episode of ADHD Babes, host Ana, speaks with ADHD Babes Chichi and Julez delve into the complexities of Rejection Sensitivity Dysmorphia (RSD) and its profound impact on friendships and relationships. They explore personal experiences with RSD, the importance of communication, and the role of self-soothing and self-compassion in managing emotional sensitivity. The conversation also touches on cultural influences on RSD and the significance of vulnerability in building meaningful connections. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own experiences and consider strategies for navigating friendships while living with RSD.

Host

Ana

Guests

Julez

Chichi

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Rejection Sensitivity Dysmorphia (RSD)

06:03 Impact of RSD on Friendships

11:50 Navigating Relationships with RSD

17:17 The Role of Communication in Friendships

23:11 Personal Experiences with RSD and Friendship Dynamics

31:01 Acceptance and Moving Forward

31:06 Navigating Friendships and Vulnerability

39:02 Understanding Rejection Sensitivity and Communication

45:10 Self-Soothing and Self-Compassion

53:06 Cultural Influences on Communication and Love

57:32 The Importance of Understanding Love Languages

01:00:53 Outro

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Credits

Scripted by - Love, Builder of Worlds

Edited by - Tyler

Music

Written & Performed by VVN,

Produced by SolomonsSoul,

Mix & Master by ST4X.

Voice over

Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠

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Summary

In this episode, host Chichi Enu and guests Ana and Tyler discuss the phenomenon of hyper-focus in individuals with ADHD. They explore personal experiences with hyper-focus, its benefits and challenges, and how it can be perceived as both a superpower and a burden. The conversation also delves into strategies for managing hyper-focus effectively, emphasising the importance of self-awareness and setting goals. The episode concludes with insights on how to leverage hyper-focus for productivity while acknowledging the need for balance and rest.

Host

ChiChi

Guests

Ana &Tyler

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Hyperfocus and ADHD

01:24 Personal Experiences with Hyperfocus

10:56 The Dual Nature of Hyperfocus

14:12 Hyperfocus: A Superpower or a Burden?

21:17 Finding Benefits in Hyperfocus

24:11 Understanding Hyperfocus and Its Benefits

26:10 Personal Experiences of Benefits of Hyperfocus

29:58 ADHD as a Superpower

31:16 Strategies for Managing Hyperfocus

40:58 Recap and Key Takeaways

44:21 New Chapter

47:19 Outro

Credits

Scripted by - Julez

Edited by - Julez

Music

Written & Performed by VVN,

Produced by SolomonsSoul,

Mix & Master by ST4X.

Voice over

Shauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠

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