Were you diagnosed with ADHD as an adult?

In this episode of The Distractables, co-hosts Marie and Jesse are joined by Christal Wang, co-founder and CEO of Shimmer. The trio discusses their experiences of being diagnosed with ADHD as adults, the challenges they faced growing up undiagnosed, and the emotional journey of acceptance and adaptation.

They explore the triggers that led them to seek a diagnosis, the impact of cultural upbringing, and the balance between structure and freedom. The episode wraps up with a reflection on the positive aspects of ADHD and resources for support.

00:00 Welcome to The Distractables

00:36 Introducing Christal Wang

01:22 Late Diagnosis and Personal Stories

03:39 Struggles and Structure

08:00 The Importance of Clear Communication

11:45 Finding Balance and Temporal Landmarks

17:09 Triggers and Diagnosis

20:12 Acceptance and Moving Forward

27:46 The Backpack Analogy

30:00 Wrapping Up and Where to Find Us

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Chris

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How does an ADHDer manage their time?

In this episode, hosts Marie and Jesse are joined by Izzie Chia, a digital content creator and neurodiversity advocate. The trio dives into time management strategies tailored for ADHDers, focusing on creative time-boxing and productivity tools. They discuss the benefits of scheduling dedicated creative sessions, essential apps like the Due reminder app, and the significance of finding community support.

Izzie also shares her personal journey with ADHD and emphasizes the importance of embracing creativity and reducing shame-related feelings for better mental well-being.

00:00 Welcome to Distractibles: Meet the Hosts

00:36 Introducing Izzy Chia: Digital Content Creator and ADHD Advocate

01:26 Izzy's ADHD Journey and the Power of Community

03:42 Time Management Struggles and Strategies

05:58 Favorite Tools and Apps for ADHD Time Management

07:50 Creative Sandbox Time: Embracing Creativity and Exploration

13:08 Overcoming Shame and Embracing Side Projects

18:04 Practical Tips for Managing Time and Staying on Track

27:37 Wrapping Up: Final Thoughts and Where to Find Us

Where you can find us!

Marie and Llama Life

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Jesse

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Izzie

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How does Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) affect ADHDers? What does it feel like? And how can it be managed?

In this episode of The Distractables, hosts Marie and Jessie welcome The ADHD Entrepreneur Ari Scott for a deep dive into the multifaceted world of ADHD.

The discussion covers Ari's late diagnosis and entrepreneurial path, emphasizing the emotional challenges such as Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) and broader emotional disregulation. How does RSD affect both personal and professional relationships? How does having a community of ADHDers help? Marie, Jesse and Ari also explore practical advice for managing ADHD in various life aspects, including leveraging positive reinforcement strategies in both personal interactions and intimate settings.

00:00 Welcome to The Distractables

00:38 Meet Ari Scott: The ADHD Entrepreneur

01:35 Understanding Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD)

02:39 Late Diagnosis and Misdiagnosis of ADHD

06:54 Emotional Dysregulation and RSD

16:12 Personal Experiences with RSD

19:25 Understanding Rejection and Emotional Responses

19:57 Professional vs. Personal Rejection

23:51 The Power of Labels and ADHD Awareness

26:08 Building Community and Finding Support

28:43 Positive Reinforcement and ADHD

30:28 ADHD in Relationships and Daily Life

31:35 Connecting with ADHD Content Creators

34:03 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Where you can find us!

Marie and Llama Life

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• Maries X
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Jesse

• Jesses book
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Ari:

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Thank you for listening! Join us next week for more honest and open chats about ADHD.

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Marie & Jesse