Overcoming Distractions-Thriving with ADHD, ADD

Discussing the Book Unapologetically ADHD

Oct 7, 2024

Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright, co-authors of "Unapologetically ADHD," dive deep into navigating life with ADHD. They share insights on why their book advocates for embracing ADHD rather than apologizing for it. Highlights include practical tips for gaining control, overcoming the pitfalls of all-or-nothing thinking, and the unique challenges of productivity for adults with ADHD. They emphasize the importance of flexible planning and supportive environments, encouraging listeners to celebrate small victories and rethink their relationship with ADHD.

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Nikki Kinzer

Pete Wright

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Quick takeaways

Embracing ADHD as a partner in life fosters self-advocacy, allowing individuals to live fulfilling lives without justification.

A flexible planning framework tailored for ADHD provides adaptability, helping individuals manage evolving challenges and enhancing productivity.

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Embracing ADHD

The discussion highlights the importance of embracing ADHD rather than apologizing for it. The title 'Unapologetically ADHD' reflects a core message that individuals should accept their ADHD traits and learn to thrive with them. It emphasizes that adults with ADHD can live effective, fulfilling lives without constantly feeling the need to justify their behavior to themselves or others. This perspective encourages self-advocacy and a shift in mindset towards viewing ADHD as a partner in life’s journey rather than a hindrance.

Intro

4min

Navigating Productivity with ADHD

10min

Overcoming All-or-Nothing Thinking in ADHD

3min

Maximizing Productivity Through Focused Planning

4min

Embracing ADHD: Unapologetically

14min

Today Dave sits down with the co-authors of the new book, Unapologetically ADHD written by Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright.

Nikki Kinzer is an ADHD coach, podcaster, writer, teacher, and business owner, and she has dedicated her life’s work to supporting adults with ADHD.

Pete Wright is a podcaster and co-founder of the TruStory FM Podcast Network and has spent the last several decades on a personal journey, learning about his own relationship with adult ADHD.

They co-host Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast.

Dave discusses with Nikki and Pete why they named the book Unapologetically ADHD and more importantly why they incorporated a step-by-step flexible framework as its core.

They discuss some of the key parts of the book. Those include.

· ADHD and all or nothing mode.

· Practical tips that everyone with ADHD can apply to gain more control.

· Why controlling what you can as an adult with ADHD is mission critical.

· The perception of time and how that affects planning in other areas of our life.

· Why busy adults with ADHD can burn out faster than others.

You can find Unapologetically ADHD here: https://takecontroladhd.com/adhdbook

**Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min

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