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The ADHD Skills Lab

The ADHD Entrepreneur’s Guide to Grit: Lessons from a Muay Thai Champion

Feb 24, 2025
In this discussion, Sean Shubert, a former Muay Thai champion and resilience coach, shares his journey with ADHD, emphasizing resilience and self-acceptance. He provides insights into breaking the guilt cycle often felt by those with ADHD. Sean reveals his top strategy for channeling ADHD energy into productive action. He reflects on the transformative power of community support and physical engagement in overcoming obstacles, and discusses how entrepreneurs can navigate their challenges with effective time management and delegation.
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  • Sean Shubert's journey illustrates the transformative power of community support and personal systems in overcoming ADHD challenges and thriving.
  • The discussion emphasizes the importance of structured routines, self-awareness, and delegation in enhancing productivity for ADHD entrepreneurs.

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Navigating ADHD in Childhood

The speaker shares their experiences growing up with ADHD, detailing early signs such as fidgeting in class and difficulties with homework. Initial assessments revealed not only ADHD but also mild Tourette's syndrome, leading to a challenging school environment. The rigid, traditional teaching methods often left children like them feeling marginalized and misunderstood. They adapted by creating personal systems and habits to optimize their learning and workflow, developing resilience in the face of adversity.

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