Today on Translating ADHD, Ash and Cam dive into the importance of context for individuals with ADHD. They explore how ADHD brains are wired for context and how storytelling can influence our perception of reality. Cam shares his experience teaching a class on improving relationships for individuals with ADHD and how discussing context sparked curiosity and ... Show More
Yesterday
ADHD, Humility, and the Journey Beyond Shame and Perfectionism
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<p>In this episode, Ash and Dusty explore the concept of humility as a vital strength for people with ADHD. They discuss how humility differs from shame and self-deprecation and how it can help individuals manage the real impacts of ADHD symptoms, such as impulsivity and ... Show More
32m 19s
Nov 17
Navigating ADHD Challenges: Planning, Expectations, and Emotional Dysregulation
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<p>In this episode, Asher and Dusty explore the complexities of frustration tolerance and emotional regulation, particularly as they relate to living with ADHD. They discuss how frustration often arises from a misalignment between expectations and reality, especially when ... Show More
28m 3s
Nov 10
Wired for Context: How ADHD Thinks in Meaning, Not Lists
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<p>This episode explores the core idea that ADHD brains are wired for context rather than linear order. Ash and Dusty explain how people with ADHD often struggle with outlines, step-by-step plans, and standalone documentation, because their meaning-making is dialogic and ... Show More
22m 31s
Oct 2023
Ep 31: ADHD Rewired: How to Unlock Your Potential Through a Strategy-Based Life (ft. Eric Tivers)
<p>In this week's episode, I invited Eric Tivers, host of the popular ADHD ReWired Podcast, to join me on Focus Forward and we talked about the common feelings of shame experienced by individuals with ADHD. We explored the benefits of finding connection and support within the ADH ... Show More
40m 6s
Apr 2022
What Exactly Is ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)?
For some, ADHD is a debilitating disorder. For others, it’s seen as a conspiracy designed by lazy teachers, parents, and an aggressive pharmaceutical industry. And many reasonable people believe that ADHD is something that only impacts children and not adults. What is the truth? ... Show More
26m 49s
Feb 2024
Unleashing the Power of Your ADHD Brain
<p>First off, let's debunk the myth that ADHD is a disorder. It's just a different way of being, like having curly hair or being super tall. I'm all about embracing what makes us unique, and ADHD is no exception!</p><p>We're breaking down the three main traits of ADHD: inattentio ... Show More
15m 49s