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The Distractables - your ADHD friends

RSD and Relationships with ADHD - with special guest Ari Scott (Ep. 6)

Oct 28, 2024
Join entrepreneur and content creator Ari Scott as she discusses her journey with ADHD and the challenges of Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD). She shares insights on how RSD impacts personal and professional relationships. The conversation highlights the benefits of community support among ADHDers and the emotional regulation needed for healthier connections. Ari also emphasizes the power of positive reinforcement, showcasing how celebrating small victories can strengthen relationships and improve daily life.
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Quick takeaways

  • Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) profoundly impacts emotional responses and personal relationships for individuals with ADHD, necessitating awareness and effective communication strategies.
  • Entrepreneurship is framed as a valuable avenue for ADHDers to align their unique cognitive strengths with meaningful business ventures, fostering a sense of purpose and achievement.

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Entrepreneurship and ADHD

Entrepreneurship is highlighted as an ideal path for individuals with ADHD due to the potential for aligning business endeavors with their unique thought processes and interests. Ari Scott shares her journey from facing significant challenges like unemployment and burnout to successfully building a business worth a quarter of a million dollars in just two years. This shift represents a profound transformation that resonates with many who have ADHD, as it illustrates that understanding and leveraging their brain's strengths can lead to impressive accomplishments. The discussion emphasizes that entrepreneurship not only provides a sense of purpose but also allows ADHDers to embrace their distinctive perspectives rather than conforming to traditional employment structures.

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