ADHD Aha! Rejection sensitivity, ADHD drain, and the power of failure (Weston’s story)
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Sep 5, 2023 Musician and content creator Weston Gardner discusses his experience with ADHD, rejection sensitivity, and the power of failure. Topics include ADHD and gaming, therapeutic benefits of tabletop role-playing games, understanding and managing neurodivergency, and Weston's act of giving to the community through royalty-free music for tabletop games and more.
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Weston's Diagnosis Journey
- Weston struggled in school despite understanding concepts well and effort, feeling a constant gap in his learning.
- Diagnosis with ADHD and anxiety validated him, removing shame and guilt and fostering self-compassion.
Use Minimum Viable Tasks
- Use small achievable tasks as 'minimum viable products' to overcome creative or work blocks.
- Celebrate small victories like tidying a desk to honor your brain's unique needs.
Honoring Needs Fills Creativity
- Recognizing and honoring your unique needs fills your energy cup, essential for neurodivergent creativity.
- This replenished energy supports your creative processes and productivity.