185: Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria in ADHD Entrepreneurship

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Ever spiral after a client leaves you on “read,” someone unfollows you, or a post flops? That gut-punch feeling isn’t just being “too sensitive.” It’s Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD) ... a neurological response that hits ADHD entrepreneurs hard.

In this episode, Alyece breaks down how RSD shows up in business, why your brain reacts like it’s under attack, and how to build practical systems to keep your business moving even when your emotions flare up. 💥

Takeaways

• RSD is a neurological response, not just emotional sensitivity.
• ADHD entrepreneurs often struggle with perceived rejection.
• Criticism can feel like a personal attack due to RSD.
• It's essential to differentiate between fact and feeling.
• Not all feedback is constructive or useful.
• Building systems can help manage RSD effectively.
• Visibility in business can increase fear of criticism.
• Creating a support network is crucial for handling feedback.
• Embracing sensitivity can enhance business success.
• Implementing strategies gradually prevents overwhelm.

Sound Bites

"You can learn how to work with it."

"Criticism isn't the same as rejection."

"Not all feedback is useful."

Resources/Links Mentioned:

1. ADHDpreneur Academy
   Build RSD-proof business systems and reduce emotional overwhelm in entrepreneurship.
   https://sociallyausome.com/academy

   
   

2. Focused & Free MembershipSeparate facts from feelings and get structured accountability with ADHD-focused coaching.
   https://sociallyausome.com/membership

   
   

3. Unmasked CommunityConnect with others managing RSD and ADHD for peer support and feedback filtering.
   https://sociallyausome.com/unmasked

   
   

4. Growth Game Plan Sessions1-on-1 strategy calls for filtering business decisions through your values, not RSD.
   https://sociallyausome.com/business-growth-audit

   
   

5. Flow First Book – WaitlistA complete framework for ADHD-friendly, RSD-aware business design.
   https://sociallyausome.com/books/flowfirst

   
   

6. The Secret PodcastExclusive episodes with unfiltered strategies for managing RSD and business growth.
   https://sociallyausome.com/secret-podcast---sept-25

   
   

7. Instagram – @socially.ausomeShare your takeaways, tag the host, and join the ADHD entrepreneur community.
   https://instagram.com/socially.ausome

   
   

Keywords

Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, ADHD, entrepreneurship, emotional sensitivity, criticism management, business strategies, mental health, emotional resilience, feedback, support systems