#97 Are you the Victim, Villain, or Hero of your ADHD story?

01/26/25 • 27 min

In this episode, we’re diving into three roles that many ADHDers unconsciously take on—victim, villain, or hero—and how these mindsets impact the way we navigate life with ADHD.

I’ll share how I spent years stuck in victimhood, blaming the world (and my ADHD) for my struggles, and how I learned to step into the hero of my own story. We’ll explore:

The common signs of victim and villain mindsets.
Why it’s so easy to fall into these roles, especially after an ADHD diagnosis.
What it means to become the hero of your story—and how to get there.

This episode is a no-judgment zone, my friend. It’s about getting honest with ourselves, embracing who we are, and taking that first step toward empowerment. ADHD is a big part of what makes you you, and it’s time to stop apologizing for your brain and start owning it.

Let’s make ADHD work for you, not against you.
For more support visit: navigatingadultadhd.com

In this episode, we’re diving into three roles that many ADHDers unconsciously take on—victim, villain, or hero—and how these mindsets impact the way we navigate life with ADHD.

I’ll share how I spent years stuck in victimhood, blaming the world (and my ADHD) for my struggles, and how I learned to step into the hero of my own story. We’ll explore:

The common signs of victim and villain mindsets.
Why it’s so easy to fall into these roles, especially after an ADHD diagnosis.
What it means to become the hero of your story—and how to get there.

Let’s make ADHD work for you, not against you.
For more support visit: navigatingadultadhd.com

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#96 Late to the ADHD Party: Ruth’s Inspiring Journey & Wisdom for Neurodivergent Families

In this episode, we explore Ruth’s ADHD journey, from getting diagnosed at age 53 to her decision to seek coaching earlier this year.

Ruth shares what life was like before her diagnosis, raising a family of neurodivergent children, and her current work as a teacher and consultant supporting neurodivergent kids and their families.

We also dive into her remarkable achievements: launching a podcast, building a website, starting a business, and supporting families with neurodivergent kids—all while working full-time with ADHD!

Ruth shares valuable insights for parents with ADHD raising neurodivergent kids, including how to find the right school for your child and many other practical tips & resources.

Connect with Ruth here:

Website: https://www.theneurodiverseeducationhub.com

Podcast: Navigating Neurodiverse Education

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#98 Why do I forget you love me? Emotional Permanence & ADHD

Do you ever find yourself questioning whether someone still cares about you when you haven’t talked or seen each other in a while?

Or maybe you’ve wondered if a new relationship was real when you didn’t hear from them for a few days?

If so, you’re not alone.

In this episode, we’re diving into emotional permanence—what it is, why ADHDers struggle with it, and how it impacts our relationships.

From the constant need for reassurance to those "out of sight, out of mind" moments, we’ll explore how emotional dysregulation, working memory challenges, and our dopamine-seeking all plays a role.

And don’t forget to grab your FREE CHECKLIST: 10 Things to know & do after an ADHD diagnosis