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By Jeanette
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The podcast currently has 50 episodes available.
Ever thought about how ADHD and neurotypicals can beautifully complement each other? Join me and my guest Lobow's Spark https://www.lobowsparkadhd.com/
as we delve into how our divergent wiring opens doors to a spectrum of unique experiences and unexpected strengths. We share our own hilarious family anecdotes about how ADHD has played out in our lives, like those pesky speeding tickets and the sometimes chaotic but humorous confusion that comes with managing time.
From driving challenges to task management, we get real about our struggles. Have you ever experienced highway hypnosis or had a panic attack while driving over bridges? You're not alone. And for those of us with ADHD, the anxiety can double. We share coping mechanisms and discuss how being a passenger can provide a much needed break. In the workplace and school, we explore the need for flexibility and understanding, and how this can help those with ADHD and neurotypicals to work and learn in harmony.
But it's not all struggles and challenges. The final note of our episode is a celebration of ADHD and the power of individuality. Who knows, perhaps if Adderall had been around earlier, history might've been different! Our advice? Embrace your uniqueness. Success comes in all shapes and sizes, and quite often, it doesn't follow the path that neurotypicals take. So tune in, laugh with us, learn about us and let's bridge the gap between ADHD and neurotypicals together. We can't wait for you to join the conversation.
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Adulting is not fun. In this episode I dig into one aspect of adulting health insurance but more specifically changing insurance. There are so many things to think about and consider. I tried to think of everything you may need to make the best decision when contemplating your change.
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Part II of our conversation. If you haven't listened to Part I go check it out.
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This is a doozy as in this episode ran close to 2 hours so this is part one. Listen in as we discuss some of the miscommunications that can happen when ADHD brain meets neurotypical brain. Of course we also go off on a few tangents what interview would be complete with out them?
Russ is the Author of “Living With ADHD and CPTSD”. He was born in Edmonton Alberta Canada, someone who is learning to understand his disabilities “ADHD and CPTSD” and overcome them to live a happier, better life and not excuse his issues but instead learn how to live with them.
Russ has several interests that span from Photography, Drawing and Art, to Nature, Computers, and Walks with his dog Murray.
Find Russ' website: https://livingwithadhdandcptsd.wordpress.com/
Part II will be up Monday February 13th (2023)
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Having ADHD is hard enough but when you also have OCD and depression with it things get even more complicated. Come listen as I talk a little about how OCD and Depression differ and are similar and how ADHD plays a role. All Show notes aka my script will be found at www.excusemyADHD.com
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/triggered/201912/when-depression-meets-ocd-understanding-rumination
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Join me as I talk to YouTube and TikTok creator Aron Croft. Not only is he an ADHD content creator he is an ADHD productivity coach. We walk through Aron's journey from Harvard to minimum wage to a Fortune 500 career and how he stumbled backwards into his diagnosis.
Links:
WebSite: Hidden ADD
FB: ADHD Success & Accountability Pod
YouTube: https://www.hiddenadd.com/youtube.html
Handles:
TikTok: hidden_adhd
Instagram: hiddenadhd
Book Mention:
Tiny Habits, written by BJ Fogg
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This episode is all about the contradictions of having both ADHD and OCD and how the two play tug of war. Listen as I breakdown symptoms with my real life examples.
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Listen as I chat with Karen Broda a Certified Personal Trainer & Wellness Coach for women with ADHD. She helps clients fully become that 'healthy & fit' person they've dreamed of. Her coaching is rooted in mindfulness and learning to 'get out of your head' so you can begin to master your own mind and physical body. This Canadian gal spends her spare time either camping or teaching & training circus!
Karen and I discuss the 6 fitness habits she lives by as well as discloses what she thinks the top 3 exercises are for women with ADHD.
Karen would love to hear what stuck out to you from the episode (or just send a 'Hello') email her at [email protected]
She's also on IG albeit taking a hiatus. You can still find her @Karen.Broda
You can also find her on Clubhouse
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I was lucky enough to find and speak with Bryan Wisda the musician and producer of ADHD Lullaby an album of songs he created for his son Cale to help him sleep. Bryan explains how the crash that comes with many ADHD medications can affect sleep for kids despite doing anything and everything under the sun. Listen as I talk with Bryan about how the idea for ADHD Lullaby came about and the science behind it.
Please find Bryan at the links below:
https://listen.adhdlullaby.com
https://youtube.com/c/bryanwisda
https://adhdlullaby.com
https://www.facebook.com/adhdlullaby/
To purchase CD/digital on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Adhd-Lullaby-Bryan-Wisda/dp/B07NRH6PMH
This is what Ed Hallowell said about it:
“Magic happens when there is motivation that truly comes from the heart. ADHD Lullaby™ is magic — created by a dad who struggled nightly to get his ADHD son to sleep. The science and thought process behind this album is one of the most unique, natural, and cost-effective solutions to battling sleep struggles in children with ADHD. It is one of the best ADHD products I’ve come across in my professional career. ADHD Lullaby™ will change millions of lives.”
– Dr. Edward Hallowell, M.D., M.Ed
bestselling author of Driven to Distraction
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In this episode I speak with Occupational Therapist and Founder of Miami Handwriting
Nicole Santamaria OTR/L . Miami Handwriting is a selection of programs for developing handwriting and executive functioning skills. Nicole is an expert in task analysis and occupational performance. Her mission is to guide families to help their children develop real-life strategies for success in life and in school. Listen in as we discuss the ties between ADHD and Executive Functions and some tips that could help you, your child, or both.
Where to find Nicole:
You can find her @miamihandwriting on
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/miamihandwriting,
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkBJODtmvVDIaubH96M3VyQ @otforreallife on Instagram, and at www.miamihandwriting.com
To access free resources mentioned: https://www.miamihandwriting.net/podcast
Books and Resources mentioned in the episode:
Dr. Ross Greene quote " Kids do well if they can."
https://drrossgreene.com/books.htm
James Clear Atomic Habits
https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits
Peg Dawson Smart But Scattered
https://www.smartbutscatteredkids.com/books/
Michael Hyatt
https://yourbestyeareverbook.com/
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The podcast currently has 50 episodes available.