"Don't Mind Me, I Just Have ADHD!"

Episode 033: What if your ADHD was your secret weapon in business? In this energizing episode, I sit down with Deborah Forrister—business educator and marketing strategist with over 15 years of experience—to unpack how ADHD traits like creativity, impulsivity, and hyperfocus can be leveraged for entrepreneurial success. You'll learn how to set goals that actually work, avoid the shiny-object trap, and refine your marketing strategy through small, powerful adjustments.

✅ What you'll learn:

How ADHD brains thrive in fast-paced business environments
Why most marketing fails (and how to fix it)
The power of testing, measuring, and refining your message
How to set achievable goals that boost traction instead of burnout
Why follow-through is the missing piece for many ADHD entrepreneurs

🎧 Ready to turn distraction into direction? This episode is packed with insights and practical tools to help you grow your business—without burning out.
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Episode 032: In this powerful episode of Don't Mind Me, I Just Have ADHD, host Ron Souers dives into the urgent crisis of workplace well-being—from the hidden dangers of distraction to the shocking cost of stress and burnout. You’ll learn how science-backed mental health strategies can transform productivity, prevent injury, and finally make space for neurodivergent minds (like ADHDers) to thrive. If you’ve ever felt unseen, unsupported, or overwhelmed at work—this is the episode you’ve been waiting for.
🧠 What you'll learn:

How distraction is one of the top causes of workplace injury
The true cost of stress, burnout, and presenteeism
Why ignoring neurodivergence is a form of mental health negligence
Practical changes leaders can make starting today
Why mindfulness isn’t fluff—it’s ROI



🎁 And for all my last minute ADHDers this is your last chance to register for Ron’s FREE Live Masterclass:
“Unlocking Your Potential Through Mindfulness: An Introduction to MBSP” on July 18 at 10AM ET / 7AM PT
 You don't want to miss this!
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Episode 031: In this heartfelt conclusion to our two-part conversation, we dive deep into the emotional side of ADHD — the stuff we often carry in silence. From emotional dysregulation to masking, workplace misunderstandings, and the weight of unspoken shame, we talk about what it’s really like to live with a brain that feels everything… deeply.
You’ll learn:

What emotional dysregulation actually looks like (and why it’s not your fault)


How ADHD shows up in the workplace and how employers can better support neurodivergent minds


Why labeling emotions with clarity is the antidote to shame


Real-world coping tools: journaling, fidgets, routines, and emotional outlets


What compassion in leadership, parenting, and partnership actually looks like



Whether you're living with ADHD, love someone who is, or are just curious how to be more human in a world that forgets emotions matter — this one’s for you.🎧 Don't forget to catch Part 1 if you missed it!


🎁 And remember to register for Ron’s FREE live webinar:
“Unlocking Your Potential Through Mindfulness: An Introduction to MBSP” on July 18 at 10AM ET / 7AM PT
 It’s your first step toward clarity, confidence, and fierce kindness.
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Episode 030: In this powerful first part of a two-part conversation, Ron Souers sits down with ADHD-informed relationship therapist Kayla Crane to explore how childhood trauma, late diagnosis, and emotional neglect shape our adult lives. With raw honesty and personal stories, they unpack the internalized shame, rejection sensitivity, and attachment struggles that many neurodivergent adults face — especially those who were undiagnosed or misjudged as kids.

Kayla brings her unique blend of personal experience and professional insight, sharing how she helps clients reconnect with their worth and build healthier, more compassionate relationships.

💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:

What emotional neglect looks like and how it affects adult relationships

Why “being forgetful” is often a deep wound, not just a quirk

Why men often struggle to express emotions — and how to break the cycle

How to recognize when you’re reacting from past trauma vs. the present moment



🎁 Don’t forget to register for Ron’s FREE live webinar:
“Unlocking Your Potential Through Mindfulness: An Introduction to MBSP” on July 18 at 10AM ET / 7AM PT
 It’s your first step toward clarity, confidence, and fierce kindness.
 ➡️ [Register Here!]
Connect with Kayla Crane:🖥️ www.SouthDenverTherapy.com📲Instagram SouthDenverTherapy📔Facebook SouthDenverTherapy

Episode 029: What if the very things that make you feel different… were your greatest power?In this special bold Pride Month episode of Don’t Mind Me, I Just Have ADHD, Ron dives into the deep (and often invisible) overlap between ADHD and LGBTQ+ identity. You’ll hear powerful stories of late diagnosis, queer discovery, and the emotional weight of wearing a mask — And a deeper sense of connection!
What you’ll learn:

Why ADHD is more common in LGBTQ+ individuals — and why it often goes undiagnosed
The science behind "neuroqueer" identity and how it rewrites what we thought we knew
How rejection sensitivity and masking affect both communities
What double stigma really feels like — and how to build double resilience
Real ways to create belonging in a world built for sameness

If you’ve ever felt “too much” or “not enough,” this episode is a love letter to your whole self. You’re not broken — you were never meant to blend in.

Episode 028: This raw and soul-shaking episode of The ADHD Guy Podcast features a powerful deep, unfiltered conversation between me and guest Koya Bakare educator, state and national pageant queen and who's graced the cover of Vogue and Essence.com. Together, we explore the twists and turns of ADHD, trauma, anxiety, depression, masking, bulimia, and her incredibly brave path to healing through therapy, self-love, and connection. You don't want to miss out on this one!

🧠 What you'll learn in this episode:

The hidden pain behind success and achievement

How trauma shapes our mental health and identity

The power of therapy, routine, and building your personal lifeline

How to stop masking and start showing up authentically

Real stories of surviving sexual assault, bulimia, and suicidal thoughts
Why kindness, community, and vulnerability are essential for healing


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Episode 027: How do you find hope when your brain feels like your worst enemy? Can humor actually help battle depression and suicide?
In this deeply powerful and surprisingly funny episode of Don't Mind Me, I'm Different!, I sit down with Frank King — The Mental Health Comedian — a stand-up comic and suicide prevention speaker and coach who’s been there... and come back with stories that save lives.
Frank opens up about:
 ✅ Surviving generational depression & suicidal ideation
 ✅ Using comedy to connect with others struggling with mental health
 ✅ Why neurodivergent minds process the world in unique — and valuable — ways
 ✅ How to actually help someone dealing with suicidal thoughts (what to say and NOT say)
✅ Why resilience isn’t what you think it is
If you or someone you love is navigating ADHD, depression, or dark days, this conversation offers humor, hope, and real tools to hold onto.

Episode 026: When ADHD doesn’t look like procrastination, it can go unnoticed for decades. In this heartfelt episode, Amazon director, ADHD and leadership coach and fellow neurodivergent advocate Wainwright Yu joins the podcast to share his journey of discovering his own neurodivergence after his children’s diagnoses—and how it flipped everything he thought he knew about himself, parenting, and success.
We dive deep into:

How ADHD shows up differently and can remain undetected
Cultural stigma around neurodiversity especially at school
The decision to homeschool a neurodivergent child and how that can actually work
Strength-based coaching and why mindfulness is essential
Breaking free from the myth of the “blank slate”

Whether you're late-diagnosed, parenting neurodivergent kids, or just craving a more compassionate way to live and lead—this episode is for you.

Episode #025: In this special AAPI Heritage Month episode of Don't Mind Me, I’m Different, host Ron Souers — your ADHD guy — explores how ADHD uniquely affects the Asian American experience. From the crushing weight of the model minority myth to the mental health stigma made worse by COVID-19, this episode brings empathy, education, and honesty to a conversation we need to be having.
You'll hear:

A brief celebration of Asian American contributions to U.S. history
How ADHD often hides behind "excellence" in Asian culture
The deep-rooted stigma around mental health, and how we break it
Real talk on COVID-fueled racism and the mental toll it brought
A call to rewrite the narrative — with compassion and cultural courage

Whether you're neurodivergent, part of the AAPI community, or just want to be a better ally — this episode is your invitation to listen, reflect, and connect.

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🧠💬 Let's talk about the stuff we were told to keep silent. Because silence doesn't heal — storytelling does.

Episode 024: What is mindfulness, really — and why does it matter for your mental health?

In this heartfelt and science-backed episode of Don’t Mind Me, I’m Different, Ron Souers (aka Your ADHD Guy) explores the true meaning of mindfulness — beyond the buzzword.

We’re talking about the autopilot mind, emotional overload, and how mindfulness can create the space between reaction and intention naturally.  With relatable stories, research-backed insights, and real talk about ADHD, depression, and being chronically distracted, this episode is like a warm bubble bath for your brain.
✨ You’ll learn:

What mindfulness actually is (hint: it’s more than being present).
How autopilot hijacks your joy.
Why mindfulness rewires your brain (yes, science says so!).
Tools to build emotional regulation and self-compassion.
Why your “monkey mind” isn’t the enemy — it just needs some kindness.

🧠 Whether you’ve struggled with racing thoughts, emotional burnout, or just feel disconnected from your life — this episode offers real tools to help you come back to the present moment… without the guilt.
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