Coordinating Chaos with The ADHD Lady

How my ADHD and ASD ”Labels” Help me

In this episode, Amanda talks about how getting the diagnosis of ADHD and later ASD help her to better understand her brain and do things in the way that works for her. Because of these labels she is able to see the ways ADHD makes parts of her life a challenge and how ASD makes other areas difficult. The knowledge and understanding of her brain and how it works then helps her to shift how she does things, and how she interacts in the world, to work for her nuerotype instead of against it. For more information on Amanda's journey OR how coaching may help you in your journey visit theadhdlady.org

Why Should isn’t a Good Motivator for ADHDers

In this episode Amanda talks about how to shift your "shoulds" to start learning intrinsic motivation. Intrinsic motivation is something we aren't usually taught and something that our ADHD brains don't know on their own. An ADHD brain is motivated by other things like urgency, but we need to learn how to motivate form within as well. Join us in listening today to learn how to start doing this for yourself! For more information check out theadhdlady.org And don't forget to hit that subscribe button to see when the next episode is out!

New Year, No Resolutions

In this episode we talk about the challenges that the idea of resolutions create for ADHDers. Our host Amanda shares what she does to work on personal growth each year instead of setting resolutions. For more from Amanda and other coaching support visit theadhdlady.org

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The Holidays and ADHD Pt.1

 In this episode your host, Amanda, talks about her experience with ADHD and the holiday season. She dives into why this time of year can create challenges for ADHDers and some tips for starting to establish boundaries and protect yourselves through those struggles. Next week she'll continue to dive into some of the challenges we face and other ways to help you through. As always for more info visit theadhdlady.org

ADHD and Relationships Part 2

In this episode your host, Amanda, talks to her partner, Scott, about his experiences and journey with ADHD. As well as the impact it's had on his relationships in the past and their relationship now. If you want to see more episodes like this one or have questions you'd like Amanda to answer in future episodes email her at theadhdlady@gmail.com or reach out to her through website theadhdlady.org

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Have a great Thanksgiving everyone!

Emotional Regulation Toolkit

In this episode Amanda talks about what emotional regulation is and ways to help you manage the big emotions many ADHDers struggle with. For a copy of the toolkit mentioned in the episode check out the emotional regulation blog post on theadhdlady.org 

ADHD and Relationships Part 1

In this episode I talk about some of the reasons relationships are a struggle for ADHDers. I could talk about this topic for hours so this is part 1 of many. Come back next week for part 2 where I interview my partner! We'll be talking about his ADHD journey and how we handle our dual ADHD relationship.

 

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ADHD Advocacy

Fight for yourself and the answers and support you deserve. For added support check out theadhdlady.org Happy ADHD Awareness Month!

Relaxation Meditation

This week is a meditation sample for you to use however you need. Remember you are allowed to have your mind wander, you are allowed to move if you need to. Many ADHDers think they can't meditate, because of those needs. However, you are allowed to use this mediation to help however it can. So if you can only handle a few minutes that is fine! If you need to switch to a new position a minute in and then another few minutes in, that's fine too! I'm so proud of you for trying! Hope this helps!!

Language Matters

In this episode we'll be talking about the difference between person first and identity first language within the disabled community. Attached below are two of the sites I reference in the episode. 

https://odr.dc.gov/page/people-first-language

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10803-020-04858-w