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Skip The Dinner is CareImpact’s year-end Christmas campaign, a fundraising non-event. You keep your time, and you give from wherever you are.
Right now, every year-end gift or pledge is DOUBLED by a generous donor, so your giving goes twice as far to help strengthen CareImpact’s work with churches and community partners across Canada.
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DescriptionWhat happens when the worlds of ADHD and anxiety collide? Hosts Tim Smith and Johan Heinrichs explore this question with guest William Forbes in this insightful conversation.
Diagnosed with ADHD as a child, William shares his lifelong journey of navigating focus challenges and the often-unseen struggle of undiagnosed anxiety. From the essential support of his best friend Josiah to grounding practices like weekly silence and spiritual connection, William delves into the coping mechanisms that have helped him manage his mental health.
As a passionate volunteer at a summer camp in Atlantic Canada, William discusses how he leverages his experiences to positively influence campers, particularly those with ADHD.
Through heartening anecdotes and practical advice, William emphasizes the significance of understanding, patience, and the strength found in community, culminating in a powerful narrative of resilience and faith.
Time Stamps[03:38] Diagnosed with ADHD at age 8.
[08:55] ADHD realization at school, tried special accommodations.
[12:55] Struggling to connect with God amid distractions.
[14:46] Having a trustworthy friend is crucial.
[19:26] Importance of training and support in camp.
[22:17] Choosing faith, finding purpose in life.
[24:41] ADHD brings energy, fun, positivity and love.
[29:57] ADHD: Misconceptions, need for planning around interests.
[31:36] ADHD individuals excel in unique ways, multitasking.
[34:20] Encouraging young perspective, share, love, and connect.
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Email: [email protected]
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By CareImpactSkip The Dinner is CareImpact’s year-end Christmas campaign, a fundraising non-event. You keep your time, and you give from wherever you are.
Right now, every year-end gift or pledge is DOUBLED by a generous donor, so your giving goes twice as far to help strengthen CareImpact’s work with churches and community partners across Canada.
Give or pledge here: careimpact.ca/skip-the-dinner
Each donation will be matched before January 1, 2026.
Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly!
https://careimpact.ca/donate
DescriptionWhat happens when the worlds of ADHD and anxiety collide? Hosts Tim Smith and Johan Heinrichs explore this question with guest William Forbes in this insightful conversation.
Diagnosed with ADHD as a child, William shares his lifelong journey of navigating focus challenges and the often-unseen struggle of undiagnosed anxiety. From the essential support of his best friend Josiah to grounding practices like weekly silence and spiritual connection, William delves into the coping mechanisms that have helped him manage his mental health.
As a passionate volunteer at a summer camp in Atlantic Canada, William discusses how he leverages his experiences to positively influence campers, particularly those with ADHD.
Through heartening anecdotes and practical advice, William emphasizes the significance of understanding, patience, and the strength found in community, culminating in a powerful narrative of resilience and faith.
Time Stamps[03:38] Diagnosed with ADHD at age 8.
[08:55] ADHD realization at school, tried special accommodations.
[12:55] Struggling to connect with God amid distractions.
[14:46] Having a trustworthy friend is crucial.
[19:26] Importance of training and support in camp.
[22:17] Choosing faith, finding purpose in life.
[24:41] ADHD brings energy, fun, positivity and love.
[29:57] ADHD: Misconceptions, need for planning around interests.
[31:36] ADHD individuals excel in unique ways, multitasking.
[34:20] Encouraging young perspective, share, love, and connect.
Other LinksJoin The CareImpact Podcast Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1PgzJWfkq9/
Reach out to us! https://neighbourlypodcast.ca
Email: [email protected]
About the CarePortal: careimpact.ca/careportal
DONATE! Help connect and equip more churches across Canada to effectively journey well in community with the most vulnerable: careimpact.ca/donate