ADHD Roundtable Ep 18 | What ADHD Actually Looks Like in Real Life

Episode Summary

This episode of the ADHD Roundtable, hosted by Jess DuBose, explores the diverse experiences and perspectives of individuals navigating life with ADHD. Jess and her guests—Jessie, Meredith, and Ashley—discuss their favorite traits of ADHD, the challenges they face, and how they've leveraged unique strategies to thrive personally and professionally. The panel also dives into the impact of ADHD on relationships, their paths to diagnosis, and ways they've learned to support themselves.

✨ Highlights & Takeaways

• ADHD Strengths:

  • Hyperfocus can be both a superpower and a challenge, enabling intense concentration on tasks but often at the expense of balance.

  • Intense curiosity fosters empathy, creativity, and connection, enabling people with ADHD to learn broadly and connect deeply.

• Diagnosis Journeys:

  • The decision to pursue a formal diagnosis is deeply personal, with varying implications for individuals depending on their circumstances.

  • Recommendations from trusted sources and documenting the lifelong impact of ADHD traits can help ensure a more supportive diagnostic experience.

• Relationship Dynamics:

  • Communication and empathy are critical for navigating relationships when partners' brains operate differently.

  • ADHD can challenge traditional roles, leading to the discovery of unique relationship dynamics that embrace individual strengths.

• Practical Tips:

  • Movement practices and self-care routines significantly improve focus and emotional regulation.

  • Small, simple tweaks, like relocating vitamins to a more accessible place, can have a profound impact on daily habits.

  • Learning to say "no" and recognizing personal limits are essential for avoiding burnout.

• Professional Success:

  • The panelists represent a variety of ADHD-friendly careers, including coaching, bookkeeping, and creative arts. They emphasize the importance of finding work that aligns with personal strengths and passions.

👥 Meet the Panelists

Ashley Bradley-Moore
https://www.instagram.com/itsashleybradley/
https://stan.store/AshleyBradley

Meredith Carder
https://www.instagram.com/hummingbird_adhd/
https://meredithcarder.com/

Jessie Protagonist of Nerds 4 Numbers
https://www.instagram.com/nerds4numbers/
https://www.nerds4numbers.net

Jess DuBose – ADHD Coach
https://www.jessdubose.com/
https://www.instagram.com/coachingwithjess/

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