"I was SCARED to let someone love me!" - Jordan Stephens Dissects ADHD Diagnosis

Sep 30, 2024

Jordan Stephens, one half of the music duo Rizzle Kicks, dives into his ADHD journey, sharing its profound effects on his careers as a musician, author, and actor. He discusses the dual diagnoses of ADHD and how it shaped his creative pursuits. From battling addiction to confronting rejection sensitive dysphoria, Jordan opens up about the emotional turbulence intertwined with love and self-image. His candid reflections on personal clutter and the importance of self-acceptance resonate deeply, offering insights into navigating a vibrant yet chaotic life.

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Intro

00:00 • 4min

Navigating ADHD: A Personal Journey

04:02 • 20min

Navigating Addiction and Rejection

24:12 • 10min

Understanding Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria and Its Impact

33:55 • 2min

Navigating ADHD: Film Watching, Side Quests, and Supplements

36:11 • 4min

Navigating ADHD: Chaos and Connection

40:17 • 26min

Messy Habits and Life Lessons

01:06:43 • 3min

Navigating Impulsivity and Attachment Styles

01:09:21 • 4min

Jordan Stephens is best known for being one half of Rizzle Kicks. Today he dissects his ADHD diagnosis and shares the many life-changing lessons he’s learnt.

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00:00 Trailer

01:20 A message from our sponsor: Timoo

04:36 ADHD item reveal

05:11 What was your first memory of feeling different?

07:14 You were diagnosed twice with ADHD, is that right?

10:36 What was your first memory of being made to feel different by somebody else?

Do you have any visual analogies that best demonstrate how ADHD manifests in you?

14:32 You’re a bit of a polymath. A musician, author, actor, mental health activist, do you think your ADHD stood you in good stead with your varied career paths?

19:34 What do you think divided you - who has clearly been able to use his brain and creative capacity to further your career - to those who only experience the negatives of ADHD?

24:11 Drugs and alcohol

25:53 So with great success always comes great criticism. Managing so many different careers, do you suffer RSD across those pursuits?

30:11 What do you think other people's experience of working with you is?

36:56 A message from our sponsor: Stasis

38:24 ADHD item segment

43:19 The Washing Machine of Woes (ADHD Agony Aunt segment)

48:18 You’ve written a book about heartbreak which makes me wonder, how do you experience Love and is it an intense experience perpetuated by your ADHD?

57:29 You've spoken before about body dysmorphia, is that something you feel comfortable talking about?

01:05:56 Why was it important for you to come on this podcast and talk about ADHD?

01:07:43 A letter from the previous guest

01:09:21 BTS footage + posting the letter + Signing the canvas

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