Living with ADHD means riding a tidal wave of emotions, trauma responses, and an endless chase for dopamine. In this episode, sisters Megan and Michelle explore the stormy intersections of neurodivergence and past pain. They unpack how it shows up in the everyday overwhelm of adult life. Through honest reflection and lighthearted banter, they uncover tools for resilience and the beauty of choosing joy.

You’ll hear about Megan’s hilarious detour from a grocery store to a fruit existential crisis, all sparked by strawberries. This episode captures the ADHD rollercoaster in full swing: unpredictable, chaotic, and ultimately human.

Favorite line from the episode: “This desire for dopamine”

3:22  The quest for strawberries and sudden identity spirals
8:15 ADHD and trauma triggers that fly under the radar
13:48 Dopamine chasing vs. true emotional regulation
21:05  When masking becomes muscle memory
26:33  Choosing joy anyway, even in the rubble
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ADHD, emotions, trauma, overwhelm, burnout, dopamine, impulsivity, masking, neurodivergent healing, ADHD women