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Jul 30
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Ep 71: ADHD, Mental Health, and Masculin...

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In today's episode we’re diving into the world of ADHD through the lens of Tyler Mitchell. Tyler is a strategy consultant (whatever that is!), a husband, a father of five, and a passionate advocate for awareness around ADHD and the workplace. If you’re active on LinkedIn at all, you may have come across Tyler’s thoughtful and popular posts. As we all know, adulting is hard enough, but throw in ADHD and it’s a whole ‘nother can o’ worms. Tyler addresses these challenges with compassion, empathy, honesty, and some humor. In our conversation today, Tyler shares what it was like to be diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, and how that moment shifted and revealed everything for him. He opens up about the emotional side of things and what he’s discovered about himself, especially what it’s like for men who’ve spent years pushing through without support or answers. And how he’s become someone that other men reach out to for an empathetic ear.

Listen to hear us explore themes people need to be talking about: the pervasive stigma surrounding ADHD, the generational pressures that discourage emotional vulnerability, and the powerful impact of understanding one's own neurodivergent brain. Tyler candidly discusses how his diagnosis helped him unravel years of anxiety, depression, and self-doubt, and how he's now using social media to create a supportive community for others. Tyler's story highlights the importance of self-awareness, empathy, and breaking down outdated masculinity stereotypes. His mission is to normalize conversations about ADHD and show that seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Here are the show notes from today’s episode;

Learn More About Tyler Mitchell

Website

https://tylermitchell.com/

Tyler’s LinkedIn Profile

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylercmitchell/

Learn More About ADHD in Men

A Guide for Men With ADHD (and Their Loved Ones)

https://add.org/adhd-symptoms-in-men/

For Men With ADHD — and Those Who Love Them

https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-men-relationship-anger-shame-communication

ADHD in Adults

https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/adhd-what-you-need-to-know

Learn More About Our MAP Program

https://map.worksmartcoaching.com

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https://www.beyondbooksmart.com/how-it-works

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