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166 - Why ADHD Is a Superpower and How You Can Harness It For Success with Dr. John Torrens

Aug 8, 2024
40:07

Dr. John Torrens, an award-winning professor and entrepreneur, joins the Mankind podcast to discuss how individuals with ADHD can harness their condition to succeed in life. Dr. Torrens shares his personal journey of discovering his ADHD diagnosis and finding strategies to manage it. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing the advantages and disadvantages of ADHD and reframing it as a unique trait rather than a disability. Dr. Torrens also highlights the significance of prioritizing health and happiness over material success and the need to redefine what success means.

Key Moments:

  • ADHD can be harnessed as an advantage in entrepreneurship and other areas of life.
  • Recognizing the functional and dysfunctional aspects of ADHD is crucial for managing it effectively.
  • Prioritizing health and happiness over material success is essential for long-term well-being.
  • Gratitude and happiness can be chosen in the present moment, leading to a more fulfilling life.

More About Dr John Torrens:
Syracuse Profile:
HERE
Book:
Lightning In A Bottle: How Entrepreneurs Can Harness Their ADHD To Win
LinkedIn:
Dr John Torrens



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