Refined Leadership - ADHD Lens #81 Creating your own ADHD Playbook | Guest Trey Vives
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Sep 6, 2021 Trey Vives, an entrepreneur in the jewelry and lifestyle industry, opens up about his journey from battling suicidal thoughts to building his own brand. He views his ADHD diagnosis as a playbook, offering insights into self-sabotage and the challenges of task paralysis. Trey shares how his Afro-Cuban upbringing shaped his acceptance of self and emphasizes the importance of authenticity over masking. Through his experiences, he highlights the power of faith and community in navigating the complexities of neurodiversity.
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Crisis Led To Diagnosis
- Trey describes a 15-year struggle that culminated in three suicide attempts before diagnosis.
- He credits faith and a responsive psychiatrist for steering him toward help.
Diagnosis As A Playbook
- Trey reframes diagnosis as a 'playbook' that explains brain patterns and reduces self-blame.
- Understanding masking, RSD, and cycles helped him reinterpret past behavior.
Adderall Moment Revealed Clarity
- Trey recounts his ex-wife giving him Adderall and feeling peace for the first time in years.
- That moment clarified his symptoms and motivated seeking formal evaluation.