AuDHD Flourishing 71 Maybe You're Not the Problem with Sam Cooper
Nov 2, 2024
Sam Cooper, an AuDHD coach from Brooklyn, discusses the unique challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals. They reflect on the metaphor of wearing the wrong shoe sizes to highlight the importance of recognizing discomfort and seeking proper accommodations. Sam shares insights into using tools like earplugs to enhance social interactions and navigating sensory needs within families. They also dive into the realities of running a coaching business, balancing passion with marketing challenges, and emphasize the value of community support for personal growth.
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Wrong Shoe Size
- Mattia and Sam both wore the wrong shoe size for years.
- They only realized it when their feet started hurting or going numb.
Shoe Metaphor
- Wearing the wrong shoes is a metaphor for undiagnosed ADHD.
- Discomfort is normalized until someone points out the obvious solution.
Earplugs for Socializing
- Sam couldn't socialize in bars due to sensory overload.
- Finding the right earplugs (Loops) changed their social life.