10. "Does my hairdresser HATE me?" 💇‍♀️ and why ADHDers can struggle with anxiety

May 30, 2024

Topics in the podcast include struggles with ADHD-related RSD in finding a hairstylist, discussions on hyperactivity, stimming, and rumination in ADHD individuals, the neuroscience of ADHD brains, managing anxiety, bizarre celebrity hotel requests, recommended shows and books, and strategies for self-care and emotional management with ADHD.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Supportive husband, COVID test, and Netflix recommendation for period drama set in Italy

01:51 • 3min

Inclusive Advertising and Comfortable Bamboo Underwear Recommendation

04:31 • 1min

Navigating Bra Frustrations and Stylist Dilemmas

06:00 • 6min

Navigating Criticism and Embracing Self-Acceptance with ADHD

12:18 • 10min

Stimming, Overthinking, and Emotional Sensitivity in ADHD

21:51 • 17min

Managing Stress and Anxiety with ADHD

39:00 • 10min

Fun Celebrity Hotel Requests

48:35 • 8min

Hiii besties! ✨

On today's show:

• Divergent dilemma #1 - Lilian asks if she should find a new hairstylist because she's got ADHD-related RSD (rejection sensitive dysphoria). Dw, we've got you covered bby!

• Divergent dilemm #2 - A newly-diagnosed ADHDer is asking about hyperactivity, stimming and rumination. BABEEE you're asking the right girls! We're stimming QUEENS 👑 and ruminate like it's a competitive sport. 🤾

We talk about the neuroscience of ADHD brains, emotion wheels and how getting specific about our stressors can help break rumination cycles. We also share why anxiety medication has been life-changing for us.

• Ireggy Seggy: Tara quizzes Grace on bizarre celebrity hotel requests... Which celeb requested no pictures of horses anywhere in his room and more importantly, WHY?? 🐴🧐

REC LINKS (not sponsored!)

• Grace recommends The Law According to Lidia Poët on Netflix
• Tara recommends the Boody wireless t-shirt bra
• Books we mention: ADHD 2.0 by Hallowell and Ratey and

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