Today we’re speaking to Dr Alex George, some might know him from the popular Reality TV show Love Island, but today he’s got his Doctor’s hat on to speak about his ADHD diagnosis and how best to harness it.
So here’s how to own your differences, some clever life hacks to help self-motivate and the reason you’d NEVER guess as to why he chose a hairdryer as his ADHD item.
Topics:
00:00 Intro
03:39 What have you learnt about ADHD since diagnosis
06:24 Feeling different
14:27 Tips to manage anxiety
25:24 How to form habits
27:16 Why quitting alcohol is great for ADHD
34:06 Dealing with rejection
37:21 Rejection in romantic relationships
38:47 The burnout busting 24 hours rule
43:14 Rejection Sensitivity
48:45 Your ADHD item (A hairdryer)
52:46 Your journey with ADHD medication
58:10 Neurodiversity in the workplace
59:31 How to sleep better
01:01:35 Your relationship with masking
01:04:40 Washing machine of woes
01:14:58 Your most impulsive thing
01:19:37 Advice to younger self
Find Dr. Alex George on Instagram 👉 / dralexgeorge
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