ADHD reWired

Join the ADHD reWired Team every second Tuesday of the month for our monthly Live Q&A! And get the ad-free version of this episode with some extras from this Q&A when you become a Patron at $5.00 a month or more by going to ! If you're looking for a full-immersion experience with ADHD, the 2022 International Conference on ADHD is coming up from November 17th to November 19th in Dallas, Texas! Get 15% off the CHADD Conference 2022 here: Questions & Topics in this Episode: [00:03:48] Advice on medication routines and the process of finding a physician to help [00:08:52] Where to look and how to look for contractors to help with house renovations & overcoming analysis-paralysis and making a decision [00:22:31] Tips to manage twitchy legs during movies, car-rides, and sleeping; and managing TMJ and teeth-grinding [00:22:31] What is the impact of low estrogen on post-menopausal women? Does taking estrogen supplements assist with cognitive functioning? [00:28:35] A discussion about a professor disclosing/sharing their ADHD diagnosis with students and colleagues [00:36:17] “Are there any apps that you would recommend to help with time management and motivation? Or, would you say apps for ADHD are overrated?” [00:43:46] Motivation, moving forward, and self-care when feeling emotionally held back How to address getting into feeding/eating routines that [00:52:47] Eating routines and “safe foods” for kids - how do I get my kids to eat a wider variety of foods? [00:58:45] Crickets and a Moment of Dad Resources & Honorable Mentions: Website: Tool: Article: Video: with Jessica McCabe & Brendan Mahan Video: with Jessica McCabe & Brendan Mahan Get 15% off the CHADD Conference 2022 Check out the Other Podcasts on the ADHD reWired Podcast Network: with Brendan Mahan with Will Curb with MJ Siemens

In this episode, Laura Key from joins the show! Laura is a mom of two kids, a long-time editor and content-creator, hosts the , and is the editorial director at Understood.org! Understood.org is a resource for people with learning and thinking differences like ADHD and dyslexia, where Laura also co-leads the ! Join in as Laura and Eric share their stories about keeping up with deadlines, anxiety, mental flexibility, and perfectionism. You’ll also hear about Laura’s roles with Understood.org, her experience as a mom and the ways her ADHD can shine, and how the ADHD Aha! podcast was born. Resources & Honorable Mentions: Podcast Episode: ADHD reWired # Check out the Other Podcasts on the ADHD reWired Podcast Network: with Brendan Mahan with Will Curb with MJ Siemens

Returning to the podcast is David Greenwood, the author of . He is also the author of and hosts the ADHD podcast called “Overcoming Distractions.” Learn more about David Greenwood at Find his books Overcoming Burnout and Overcoming Distraction at Hear David Greenwood previously on ADHD reWired on episode #165 - Hear Eric as a guest on David’s podcast: Questions/Topics Answered in this Episode: [00:05:44] What made David want to write about burnout? [00:07:45] What is burnout? What are the symptoms/basic signs of burnout? [00:09:26] What is the line distinguishing between depression and burnout? [00:10:45] Alleviating stress is not the same thing as alleviating the stressor. What’s the difference? [00:13:40] “Burnout recovery starts with the body.” [00:20:28] How do we know if we’re in a period of stress vs. actual burnout that needs to be addressed? [00:24:04] What else can we do, other than exercise, to help with burnout? [00:36:17] Recap of the 6 things to do when you begin to recognize you’re headed to burnout. [00:37:48] Another way to help with burnout is... [00:40:03] How do drugs/alcohol affect burnout? 6 things to do when you begin to recognize you’re headed to burnout: Talk with someone you trust. Hit the gym / do something physical & exercise Sit still. Try for 30 minutes to start. Book a weekend away. Manage your time. Test your “no” and say no to at least one thing. Resources & Honorable Mentions: Book: Bonus Mentions: ADHD reWired episode #404: Watch and listen to Eric’s interview with one of his past podcast guests, Pasha Marlowe, on Pasha’s Podcast on YouTube: Pasha’s Book: Check out the Other Podcasts on the ADHD reWired Podcast Network: with Brendan Mahan with Will Curb with MJ Siemens The Annual International Conference on ADHD is coming soon! Join virtually or in person in Dallas, Texas! Then, listeners of ADHD reWired can get 15% off your registration at ! Or use the promo code adhdrewiredadhdcon2022 at checkout!

Marina Piscolish joins Eric on the podcast this week to talk about leveraging strengths and owning the challenges. Marina is the president and founder of Mapping Change LLC, a small consulting business born of her passion for harnessing the transformative power of conflict to create positive changes for individuals, teams, and organizations. Being born in rural Pennsylvania as a coal-miner’s daughter and a grandchild of immigrants provided helpful preparation for her work, especially in Hawaii and the broader pacific. As she continues developing ways of working with culture, identities, sense-of-place, history, and trauma, her early struggle with her own undiagnosed ADHD was a defining influence on her career and life. Now, Marina focuses on making creative accommodations for her ‘limitations’ and leverages her neurodivergence as an asset for her business, her clients, and the people close to her. Learn more about Marina: Website: Mappingchange.com Email: Other Questions/Topics Answered in this Episode: [00:03:16] Marina shares her story about how she found ADHD reWired, her experience in the coaching groups, and her life growing up in a small town with a large family, all with similar challenges. [00:05:36] “Emotional pain is the distance between [...] your expectations [and] reality.” [00:07:59] Marina talks about the build up of shame and being unwilling to share or get help. [00:09:22] A relatable moment of overwhelm and avoiding the ‘pain of success.’ [00:11:29] What’s the difference between acceptance and embracing ADHD? [00:14:39] “That may be true, and I’m afraid that may be true, but what do I do about where I am?” [00:22:15] Eric and Marina have a discussion about “administrivia.” [00:23:19] Marina shares how she became curious about her ADHD and exploring how neurodivergence is the cause of her success. [00:26:01] Joy through acceptance and seeking support and assistance. [00:26:26] Eric asks Marina about what she communicated when going through the process of hiring an assistant. [00:30:59] Maria gives an insight that was shared with her. [00:41:15] A discussion about hiring and trading services in the midst of the pandemic. [00:48:04] What are a couple of ideas/tips/strategies Marina has for folks with ADHD who have a tendency to be conflict-avoidant? [00:52:46] Marina leaves us with her final thoughts... Resources & Honorable Mentions: Go to coachingrewired.com to learn more about ADHD reWired’s Coaching & Accountability Groups! Check out the Other Podcasts on the ADHD reWired Podcast Network: with Brendan Mahan with Will Curb with MJ Siemens

In this episode, Eric is joined by New York’s Alex Gilbert who is a Mets fan, yogi, and brunch enthusiast. Alex also has dyslexia and ADHD, being diagnosed at 8 years old.. After spending a career working in leadership development, she decided to start a consulting and coaching business that helps adults with learning disabilities and ADHD (just like her!) who have been struggling in their careers. Her business is called “Cape-Able Consulting”, creating it to help people navigate their day-to-day workloads so they feel supported so they can reach their highest potential! You’ll hear how Alex’s experiences in school led to her diagnoses, how she began advocating for herself and finding accommodations that worked for her, and the importance of knowing yourself and what you need before beginning to self-advocate. Then, you’ll hear differences between best practices and best principles, ways to ask for what you need, and why knowing about her ADHD at a young age wasn’t necessarily an advantage. You’ll even hear Eric use one of his own accommodations in real time! Connect with Alex: Website: Facebook: TikTok: Instagram: Other Topics & Questions in this Episode: How did Alex create a program for students to advocate for themselves? How did the self-advocacy skills from school transfer to the workplace? Why is it important to know yourself and your needs before disclosing ADHD? Without disclosing their ADHD, are there any suggestions for an employee to test the water before fully disclosing? How can employers support their employees who are neurodivergent? How can employers draw out their strengths? What does the boss do when they are the ones with ADHD? What was the most valuable accommodation Eric utilized in college? If Alex had a magic wand to turn all workplaces into ADHD-friendly workplaces, what would change? Resources & Honorable Mentions: Hear Alex as a guest on with Brendan Mahan: Discover the ADHD reWired Podcast Family: with Brendan Mahan with Will Curb with MJ Siemens with Moira Maybin