LATE BLOOMERS THE ADHD FIX: The shockingly simple shift that changes everything
Oct 8, 2025
Discover a transformative approach to ADHD that emphasizes acceptance over self-fixation. The hosts reveal how shame and perfectionism fuel symptoms, while compassion can lead to real change. They share practical strategies, like speaking kindly to yourself and embracing vulnerability, to enhance daily life. By focusing on individual strengths and rethinking expectations, listeners learn to channel their energy into what truly matters. Ultimately, they reassure that embracing who you are can pave the way for thriving.
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Shame Worsens ADHD Symptoms
- Internalised shame about ADHD is pervasive and fuels self-hatred.
- Rox Pink says shame and stress are clinically proven to worsen ADHD symptoms.
You Can't Will Yourself Neurotypical
- Trying to force neurotypical behaviour with willpower is futile and damaging.
- Rich Pink warns that perfectionism and masking create chronic stress, not happiness.
Choose Kind Self-Talk And Vulnerability
- Practice self-compassion by speaking to yourself like you would to someone you care about.
- Rox Pink and Rich Pink recommend owning ADHD publicly to reduce masking and stress.