Today we’re speaking to Dr Alex George, some might know him from the popular Reality TV show Love Island, but today he’s got his Doctor’s hat on to speak about his ADHD diagnosis and how best to harness it.

So here’s how to own your differences, some clever life hacks to help self-motivate and the reason you’d NEVER guess as to why he chose a hairdryer as his ADHD item.

Topics:

00:00 Intro

03:39 What have you learnt about ADHD since diagnosis

06:24 Feeling different

14:27 Tips to manage anxiety

25:24 How to form habits

27:16 Why quitting alcohol is great for ADHD

34:06 Dealing with rejection

37:21 Rejection in romantic relationships

38:47 The burnout busting 24 hours rule

43:14 Rejection Sensitivity

48:45 Your ADHD item (A hairdryer)

52:46 Your journey with ADHD medication

58:10 Neurodiversity in the workplace

59:31 How to sleep better

01:01:35 Your relationship with masking

01:04:40 Washing machine of woes

01:14:58 Your most impulsive thing

01:19:37 Advice to younger self

Find Dr. Alex George on Instagram 👉   / dralexgeorge  

This episode has been produced for entertainment purposes only and is in no way meant to be taken as medical advice or advice in any way.

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