Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD

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Attention Different is an ADHD podcast centered on radical acceptance and neurodiversity. We aim to de-stigmatize the condition and build community by exploring the intricacies of living life and "adulting" with ADHD in the modern world. As a group of storytellers, filmmakers, and ADHD coaching professionals, we are invested in promoting diverse voices in our community and creating resources for adult ADHDers.

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Should I tell my boss I have ADHD?

Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD

08/20/20 • 55 min

In this episode, we discuss when, how, and if you should disclose your ADHD status to your employer. We talk about some critical considerations surrounding ADHD and workplace stigma, asking for support, and accessing needed accommodations, among other topics.

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We are Attention DIFFERENT not DEFICIT An advocacy and edutainment podcast centered on radical acceptance and neurodiveristy. Attention Different aims to de-stigmatize and build community by exploring the intricacies of living life and "adulting" with ADHD in the modern world. We periodically feature experts, special guests and influencers in the ADHD community.
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Reacting to the Take Your Pills documentary with guest Susan Burroughs

Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD

04/27/18 • 45 min

We respond to the backlash from Take Your Pills, the new documentary on Netflix that addressing issues of stimulant use and abuse, as well as performance-enhancing drugs. The film has created quite a stir in the ADHD community. Very soon we will be doing a deeper dive into the film, but for now, we would like to offer some tips about how we can react in an intentional way to films like this. For many of us, the film is/was triggering, creating unpleasant feelings. How we choose to respond can make all the difference. Either stimulating (pun intended) productive conversations and dialogue or leading to more suffering, stereotyping and re-stigmatization.

We, like many of you out there are having a mix of feelings about this documentary. We would like to hear from you? How are you feeling about this documentary? Please use the I like, I wish, I feel framework in your response. Post your comments on our YouTube page.

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Susan Burroughs offers insights into how to use mindfulness and meditation practices to channel emotions through discernment, creativity, and self-awareness.

Susan Burroughs is an ADHD Coach and educational design specialist who has worked for Google. Recently diagnosed with ADHD herself, Susan is an expert in design thinking, mindfulness, stress management, presentation skills, instructional design, and massage therapy.

For more information or to work with Susan visit: http://www.starshine-health.com/

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Surviving ADHD in Relationships: Why Your Partner Forgets Everything!

Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD

01/01/18 • 50 min

This podcast episode delves into the complexities of ADHD within relationships, particularly focusing on how ADHD traits can impact romantic dynamics. The hosts discuss challenges such as inattentiveness, poor organizational skills, and impulsivity, which often lead to misunderstandings and frustrations between partners. They also explore how these challenges manifest differently depending on whether one or both partners have ADHD, highlighting the unique communication and connection that can arise in ADHD-ADHD partnerships. The conversation is supported by insights from "The Couple's Guide to Thriving with ADHD" by Melissa Orlov.

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ADHD is a reason not an excuse

Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD

05/25/17 • 38 min

In this episode, we dive into whether it's ever alright to use your ADHD as an excuse. We talk about the ways in which ADHDers commonly brush off things as part of their ADHD and not within their control. As two ADHDers, we get it! We’ve used ADHD as an excuse more times than we would like to admit.

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ADHD people pleasing and overcommitment

Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD

10/19/17 • 64 min

Do you have a hard time saying NO to things? Do you find yourself making big promises and then not following through? Welcome to our world. We ADHDers often finding ourselves overcommitted to projects and activities and struggle to be realistic about how long things REALLY take to complete or how much energy we WILL have. Let’s end this cycle once and for all. Learn what to do about it in this important episode.

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Should I take pills for ADHD? To medicate or not

Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD

05/13/17 • 43 min

In this episode we debate the upsides and downsides to medicating ADHD from the perspective of our own lives. We both have been on medication and had to figure out for ourselves whether stimulant meds (like Ritalin or Adderall) are beneficial, necessary, and/or worth it. We open up about our experiences on and off medications.

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Radical Acceptance | Lab

Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD

11/25/24 • 8 min

Welcome to the Radical Acceptance Lab, a unique series created by Attention Different for those navigating ADHD and looking to transform shame into self-compassion. 💡
In this lab, we dive deep into the concept of radical acceptance—a powerful tool for recognizing our unique strengths and moving beyond the cycle of self-criticism. Through honest discussions, personal stories, and insights from ADHD advocates, we explore what it means to embrace our brains as they are, without needing to “fix” or change ourselves to meet unrealistic expectations. Radical acceptance helps us see that ADHD is not separate from us; it’s part of our identity that enriches our lives and the world around us.
We’ll also cover:
The destructive nature of the shame spiral and how to recognize it
Breaking free from perfectionism and self-punishment
Why acceptance is the first step toward real change
Learning to embrace ADHD as part of who we are, and finding gratitude along the way
Radical acceptance doesn’t mean liking every challenge ADHD brings—it’s about holding space for all parts of our reality, especially the messy ones. Join us as we uncover how to move forward with self-compassion, strength, and community.

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ADHD Adult Symptoms | Lab

Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD

11/25/24 • 9 min

Attention Different Labs are short form episodes centered around important adulting with ADHD topics. Stephen dives into specific research mixed with tangible coaching strategies and advice, delivered with a side of relatability and humor.
In this lab, we discuss and educate on Adult ADHD Symptoms.
Our mission is to reclaim the label, not reinvent it, in order to understand our condition in more accurate and self-affirming ways. Labels can be stigmatizing, leading to shame, guilt, and despair. We believe that “Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder" (ADHD), while a very real condition, has a tired and overly negative label.

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Why ADHD adults should manage their energy NOT their time

Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD

11/30/17 • 57 min

We all have heard about Time Management, but have you heard of Energy Management? In this episode, we go deeper than just time management and explain how you can optimize your energy output in four specific dimensions of your life through provocative questions. These energy buckets are 1) The Body -Physical Energy, 2) The Emotions: Quality of Energy, 3) The Mind: Focus of Energy, 4) The Human Spirit: Energy of Meaning and Purpose. Ready to recharge and refocus your energy? Let’s go!!

Show notes and links:

The Power of Full Engagement: Managing Energy, Not Time, Is the Key to Performance and Personal Renewal. By author Tony Schwartz: http://a.co/bjm9uxP

Harvard Business Review Article
Manage Your Energy, Not Your Time
https://hbr.org/2007/10/manage-your-energy-not-your-time

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Relationship Problems between ADHD and Non-ADHD Partners

Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD

09/20/19 • 55 min

We discuss the common problems that arise in relationships between ADHD and Non-ADHD partners and what to do about these dynamics.

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How many episodes does Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD have?

Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD currently has 28 episodes available.

What topics does Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD cover?

The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Mental, Wellness, Podcasts, Adhd, Self-Improvement, Education, Neurodiversity and Health.

What is the most popular episode on Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD?

The episode title 'Overlooked: Women & ADHD' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD?

The average episode length on Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD is 46 minutes.

How often are episodes of Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD released?

Episodes of Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD are typically released every 21 days, 12 hours.

When was the first episode of Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD?

The first episode of Attention Different | Adulting with ADHD was released on Apr 1, 2017.

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