In this deeply personal and insightful episode, Jes sits down with their partner of five years to have an open and honest conversation about what it's like to build a strong, healthy relationship as two neurodivergent and traumatized individuals. As an autistic ADHDer herself, and with her partner also being autistic and dyspraxic, they've navigated their fair share of unique challenges and triumphs in their relationship.

From the unconventional beginnings of their love story, to learning to navigate each other's emotional landscapes, to dividing household responsibilities in a way that plays to their respective strengths - Jes and her partner pull back the curtain on the inner workings of their neurodivergent partnership.

Listeners will gain valuable insights on topics like radical acceptance, emotional co-regulation, and the importance of open communication and trust. Jes and her partner also discuss how their past traumas and abusive relationships shaped their current dynamic, and the beauty that can emerge when two people are willing to be vulnerable and meet each other where they're at.

Whether the listener is in a neurodivergent relationship themselves, or simply wants to better understand what that experience can look like, this episode offers a rare, unfiltered glimpse into the realities and rewards of loving someone who thinks a little differently. Jes and her partner share their story and the lessons they've learned along the way.

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Links & Resources:

AuDHD Summer Camp:https://www.jesdiverges.com/audhdsummercamp

Jes’s Website:https://www.jesdiverges.com

Jes’s Email:⁠[email protected]⁠

Join My Email List:https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges

TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges

Substack:https://substack.com/@jesdiverges

Transcript Document:https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts

In this insightful conversation, host Jes Diverges sits down with artist Elinor Trier to explore the transformative power of art, especially for neurodivergent and queer individuals. Eli shares her personal journey as a visual artist, writer, and podcaster, describing how her work aims to help people who feel different to feel connected, seen, and celebrated. Delving into the science behind colorful artwork, Eli explains how engaging with vibrant art can alter brain chemistry, releasing feel-good neurotransmitters and regulating emotional states.

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Eli’s 5-part guide for choosing art that speaks to your soul:

Eli’s Links:

Eli’s Website: https://www.elinortrierstudio.com/

Eli’s Newsletter: https://www.elinortrierstudio.com/keepintouch

Eli’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elinortrierstudio

Eli’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ZuzusHausofCats

Other Links & Resources:

Combo Platter Community: https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter

Jes’s Website: https://www.jesdiverges.com

Join My Email List: https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges

Jes’s Email: [email protected]

Transcript Document: https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts

In this special bonus episode of UnShaming AuDHD, I'm sharing the full welcome and orientation module for my upcoming AuDHD Summer Camp Program. Think of this as a little sampler of what you can expect if you join AuDHD Summer Camp. And, even if you don't wind up joining, I fully believe that you'll still benefit from listening to some of the philosophies that I encourage campers to try out. 

Summer Camp starts on July 5th, and doors are open until August 30th. I hope to see you there!

Links:

AuDHD Summer Camp: https://www.jesdiverges.com/audhdsummercamp

Combo Platter Community: https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter

Jes’s Website: https://www.jesdiverges.com

Join My Email List: https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges

Jes’s Email: [email protected]

Transcript Document: https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts

This episode of UnShaming AuDHD discusses the challenges of transitions for those with ADHD and autism. Jes explains how attention tunnels, autistic inertia, and hyperconnectivity in the brain can make any type of change difficult. They also share a personal experience of struggling after a major life transition of moving into a new house. Advice is provided on how to make transitions easier, such as keeping routines consistent, preparing ahead of time, and showing self-compassion during difficult adjustments.

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Links & Resources:

AuDHD Summer Camp: https://www.jesdiverges.com/audhdsummercamp

Combo Platter Community: https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter

Jes’s Website: https://www.jesdiverges.com

Join My Email List: https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges

Jes’s Email: [email protected]

Transcript Document: https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts

Have you ever felt like you don't quite fit the mold of a "typical" ADHD or autistic person? In this episode, Jes takes an in-depth look at what it means to be an auDHDer - aka, someone with the ADHD/autistic “combo meal”. Jes breaks down the key differences between ADHD and autism, and how having both can create a truly unique neurotype. Learn about common auDHD experiences like misdiagnosis, emotional regulation challenges, and feeling "not autistic/ADHD enough." Packed with real-life examples and analogies, this episode provides valuable insights into your auDHD brain.

And if you found this episode helpful, be sure to check out Jes’s new program: AuDHD Summer Camp! This 6-week virtual program will help you better understand your auDHD brain and set your life up to work with your brain, rather than against it, all while in community with other auDHDers who truly get it. Starts June 24. Link below!

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Links & Resources:

AuDHD Summer Camp: https://www.jesdiverges.com/audhdsummercamp

Combo Platter Community: https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter

Jes’s Website: https://www.jesdiverges.com

Join My Email List: https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges

Jes’s Email: [email protected]

Transcript Document: https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts

In this episode of UnShaming AuDHD, Jes talks with Christian Palmer about embracing their magical sides. Christian shares how tarot cards helped her process big emotions during difficult times, and Jes reflects on overcoming past shame around spirituality. They discuss using Tarot spreads to clarify thoughts and feelings when internal reflection proves challenging. Christian also details her Harry Styles birth chart deep-dive and D&D campaigns featuring astrological clues. Listeners learn about assigning personal meanings to cards and integrating astrology into daily decisions. Overall, the upbeat conversation explores finding clarity and accommodating neurodivergence through alternative spiritual practices.

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Links & Resources:

Christian’s Linktree: https://linktr.ee/pogsandjellotarot

Order A Reading From Jes: https://buy.stripe.com/eVag2ufna5B25OgeUX (Four card spread, delivered via PDF, $25)

Combo Platter Community: https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter

Jes’s Website: https://www.jesdiverges.com

Join My Email List: https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges

Jes’s Email: [email protected]

Transcript Document: https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts

In this episode, host Jes Diverges interviews Alaa Alnasser about her experience as an occupational therapist and why she left the field to become an auDHD coach. Alaa shares concerns she had with some OT approaches that focused more on fixing clients rather than a holistic view. Both discuss challenges disabled people face in mental health fields and the importance of listening to lived experiences. Alaa also reflects on how OT influenced her understanding of her own auDHD and how finding community helped. This insightful conversation provides valuable perspectives for therapists and advocates for change in the ways we support auDHD individuals.

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Resources for Occupational Therapists

Two Sides of the Spectrum Podcast: https://learnplaythrive.com/podcast/

Learn Play Thrive website: https://learnplaythrive.com/

Connect With Alaa

IG: https://www.instagram.com/audhd_alaa

Website: https://www.AlaaAuDHDCoach.com

Links & Resources:

Combo Platter Community: https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter

Jes’s Website: https://www.jesdiverges.com

Join My Email List: https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges

Jes’s Email: [email protected]

Transcript Document: https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts

In this episode, host Jes Diverges discusses rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) and how it impacts autistic and ADHD individuals. Jes shares their personal experience with RSD in college and strategies they've developed to manage intense feelings of rejection. Listeners learn about the distinction between rejection sensitivity and RSD, and how frequency, intensity and duration are key factors. Jes also offers reminders on shifting perspectives to cope with anxiety around perceived criticism from others.

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Articles mentioned:

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24099-rejection-sensitive-dysphoria-rsd

https://embrace-autism.com/rejection-sensitive-dysphoria-in-adhd-and-autism/

Links & Resources:

Combo Platter Community: https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter

Jes’s Website: https://www.jesdiverges.com

Join My Email List: https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges

Jes’s Email: [email protected]

Transcript Document: https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts

In this first episode, host Jes Diverges shares their story from high school through grad school as they navigated life as an undiagnosed autistic ADHDer. Listeners learn about Jes' struggles in college and relationships, including facing bullying from chefs and an emotionally abusive partner. Jes also discusses experiencing burnout in various jobs and their social work program before realizing their calling as a life coach. This personal account provides insight into Jes' journey of self-discovery and overcoming adversity to help empower other neurodivergent individuals.

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Links & Resources:

Combo Platter Community: https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter

Jes’s Website: https://www.jesdiverges.com

Join My Email List: https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges

Jes’s Email: [email protected]

Transcript Document: https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts