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MissUnderstood: The ADHD in Women Channel
Tips from an ADHD Coach: Figuring it out for ourselves
Jan 7, 2025
Individuals with ADHD excel at problem-solving for others, but often struggle with their own challenges. The emotional dysregulation they experience can make it difficult to advocate for themselves. In this discussion, the complexities of transitioning from school to work are revealed, along with the irony of ADHD coaches facing their own organizational hurdles. Tips focus on fostering self-compassion and adapting personal goals for better emotional processing and growth, empowering listeners to navigate their unique journeys.
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- Individuals with ADHD are skilled at problem-solving for others but face unique barriers when trying to address their own challenges.
- Incorporating flexibility checkpoints and supportive coaching can empower ADHD individuals to navigate their personal struggles with greater self-compassion.
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The Challenge of Self-Advocacy for ADHD Individuals
Many individuals with ADHD excel at solving problems for others but often struggle to apply the same skills to their own challenges. A personal account highlights the difficulty of advocating for oneself in a workplace setting, despite experiencing success in training others on self-advocacy. Factors like anxiety and emotional distress can complicate the ability to articulate one’s own needs, leading to feelings of confusion and depression. This disconnect emphasizes the unique barriers that people with ADHD face in recognizing and addressing their personal struggles.
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