Culture vs. Self: Queer ADHD Entrepreneurs Breaking Out of Family Expectations

André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with Chris Wang, co-founder and CEO of Shimmer ADHD Coaching, to get real about where ADHD and queerness meet, especially in the world of the ADHD Entrepreneur. Chris shares her own story of coming out as pansexual and being diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, and the unique layers added by her Chinese-Canadian background. They dive into masking, self-acceptance, and how culture, gender, and sexuality all intersect with ADHD. This episode is packed with honest reflections and practical insights for anyone looking to grow into their authentic self as an ADHD Entrepreneur.

 

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Guest:

Chris Wang is the co-founder and CEO of Shimmer, the leading coaching platform for teens and adults with ADHD. After being diagnosed with ADHD as an adult at age 28, Chris was motivated by her own experience to create more accessible and inclusive behavioural solutions for the ADHD community. She has been recognized as a Forbes 30 Under 30 honouree for her transformative work in ADHD support and advocacy. Chris is committed to building a more neuroinclusive world, with special attention to intersectionality—including her experiences as a woman, a member of the queer community, and an individual of Asian heritage.