201- Stronger Than You Think: A Guide to Empowering Women with ADHD
Mar 6, 2018
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Linda Roggli shares empowering insights for women with ADHD, discussing reframing negative behaviors, self-compassion, and pursuing passions without regret. Topics include challenging societal norms, embracing authenticity, overcoming self-doubt, managing mistakes and criticism, reframing ADHD traits positively, and navigating difficult conversations for stronger relationships.
Reframe negative ADHD behaviors to rebuild self-compassion and live passions authentically.
Women with ADHD face societal pressures that exacerbate challenges, emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance.
Embrace authenticity and work with ADHD quirks to tap into personal empowerment and pursue forgotten dreams.
Deep dives
Empowering Women with ADHD Manifestations
The podcast delves into how women's ADHD manifests in their lives, discussing the challenges and chaos it brings. It explores the inner critic that can lead to disempowerment, and emphasizes understanding one's ADHD quirks. The importance of authenticity in living one's dreams and accepting oneself is highlighted. Additionally, it addresses pursuing long-forgotten dreams amid the everyday chaos of managing ADHD symptoms.
Early Developmental Impacts on Women with ADHD
The episode discusses how ADHD impacts individuals from a young age, affecting self-esteem and societal perceptions. It contrasts the manifestation of ADHD in girls and boys, emphasizing the lifelong impact on self-esteem. The pressures and roles women take on exacerbate ADHD challenges, leading to increased expectations and societal norms that may not align with the reality of managing ADHD.
Challenging Negative ADHD Perceptions and Reframing Thoughts
Listeners are encouraged to challenge negative self-talk and societal perceptions related to ADHD. The importance of reframing negative attributes of ADHD into positive qualities is highlighted. Strategies to address the internal and external judgments, including reframing emotional responses and tailoring personal approaches to managing ADHD, are discussed for empowering individuals to navigate their ADHD in a way that works best for them.
Embracing Authenticity with ADHD
Allowing yourself to embrace your true authentic self with ADHD can lead to a sense of power and self-discovery. By acknowledging and accepting your ADHD as a part of who you are, rather than hiding it, you can tap into a unique sense of authenticity. This approach encourages individuals to stop fighting against their ADHD and instead work with it, allowing for a more effective and empowering way to address challenges and issues related to ADHD.
Reconnecting with Childhood Dreams and Overcoming Setbacks
Reconnecting with childhood dreams and aspirations can reignite a sense of purpose and fulfillment in life. By exploring past interests and desires, individuals can uncover hidden dreams that may have been overshadowed by the challenges of ADHD. Embracing these dreams, whether big or small, can lead to personal growth and a renewed sense of direction. Overcoming setbacks and disappointments, such as past failures or unmet goals, involves taking responsibility, having open conversations, and seeking support to move forward positively.
As a woman with ADHD, it’s easy to lose yourself in day-to-day chaos. Linda Roggli explains how to "reframe" negative ADHD behaviors, rebuild your self-compassion, and gather the courage to live your passions, without apology or regret.
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