This episode focuses on the idea of understanding, owning, and translating ADHD. Hosts Ash and Cam discuss how the language we use to describe our experiences with ADHD can shape our perception of it, and ultimately, our relationship with it.
Cam talks about a client who, through coaching, began to view their ADHD as something external that can influence behavior, rather than something inherent that defines them. This shift in perspective allows individuals to be more objective and less judgmental about their actions and traits. This client used language like "my ADHD tells me," indicating a shift towards a more flexible and accepting mindset.
Ash shares a story about a client whose optimism sometimes leads him to overcommit and take on too much. He introduced the term "toxic optimism" to describe this behavior, contrasting it with constructive optimism, which is more sustainable and realistic. This shift in perspective has helped him better manage his time and prioritize tasks.
Throughout the episode, the hosts emphasize the importance of reflective practice. They talk about how adopting a growth mindset and being open to changing one's perspective can lead to personal growth and a more balanced life. They also discuss the limitations of time and the importance of not being overly attached to rigid ideas of success or productivity.
Overall, the episode is about helping listeners understand their ADHD experiences, embrace a more flexible mindset, and find healthier ways to manage their lives and expectations. The hosts encourage the audience to examine their internal dialogue and consider different perspectives, offering practical advice and personal stories to support this approach.
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For more of the Translating ADHD podcast:
ADHD PoC Voices: Coach Marc Almodovar Shares his Own Story and Discusses Men’s Mental Health
Green Light Planning with ADHD
Managing Expectations in Romantic Relationships with ADHD
Managing Work Expectations with ADHD
Habitual Responses to Expectation with ADHD
Habitual Responses to Time with ADHD
Emotions and Stories: Getting to What is Real with ADHD
Mindfulness on My Own Terms with ADHD
Orienting to the Full Impact of our Experience with ADHD
Trusting our Brain when the Relationship Turns Toxic
Ignorance: The Common Enemy of ADHD
When your Partner isn’t Supporting your ADHD Journey
Creating Value Around Identity and Purpose with ADHD
The Valuation of Time and Emotion with ADHD
Evoking Awareness as a Practice with ADHD
Cultivating a Self-Care Practice with ADHD
Anchoring as a Practice with ADHD
Cultivating a Metaphor Practice with ADHD
Cultivating a Practice of Articulation with ADHD
Bigger Perspective Work with ADHD: A Client Scenario
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