Welcome to episode #55 We’re thrilled to be joined by Nathan Sherratt today. Nathan Sherratt is the Managing Director of The Third Team, a company that provides resilience training for referees. He is an active football referee and an educator passionate about supporting officials and improving their mental well-being. Nathan also works as a mental health ambassador and a speaker, using his off-the-field story to inspire and improve the lives of others. His work focuses on helping referees deal with challenges and pressures better, to enable them to stay in their roles longer, enjoy refereeing more, and enhance their performance. Additionally, he is involved in communicating similar messages through the vehicle of refereeing in schools, colleges, universities, and in the industry.Welcome to the show Nathan!QuestionsCan you tell us about your experience with neurodiversity? When did you realize that you weren’t neurotypical? What challenges did you face? What is it like now?Was diagnosed with autism at age 14/15Struggled with situations where things didn’t go to plan (traffic jams, the bus didn’t come on time)Illegible handwritingSome accommodations, e.g. extra time in examsLearned a lot more about ASD in my 20sGave him a lot of self-compassion for the struggles he experienced as a teenagerWhat "work" projects are you concentrating on?Helping sports officials all over the world manage the mental game Trustee of ND charityCoaches ND individuals - helps them deal with work challengesWhat do you do to optimize productivity during your working hours? Outsource things that aren’t in your sweet spotWhat is some unhelpful productivity advice that doesn’t work for you?How do you manage communication with neurotypical folk?Masking: eye contact, etc. learned skillExhaustingPeople appreciate directnessCOMMERCIAL BREAKHow is your sleep? How do you switch off at night?Midnight to 7 amTech sometimes gets in the wayHow do you fit exercise into your life?As a sports official himself, he does a lot of running for work and for recreationAims to get out into the sun in the morningHow about the rest of the time? What do you enjoy doing in your off time?GolfLong charity walksWhat does your morning routine look like and how has it evolved over time?Alarm 15 mins before need to get upShowerHairShaveBrush teethWhere can people connect with you or find your work?The Third Team websiteLinkedInDo you have any final words or asks for our audience?Don’t feel limited by your neurotype - be prepared to push yourself out of your comfort zone at timesConnect with Nathan ⚽️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-sherratt-508634137/Website: https://thethirdteam.co.uk/Connect with Jeremy 🐻LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/nageljeremyEmail: jeremy@focusbear.ioJoey's Creativity Course ✍️Click here: https://thepluckyjester.com/habitling-habit-building-courseMore from Focus BearWebsite: https://focusbear.ioLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/focus-bear/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@focusbearappTwitter: https://twitter.com/focusbear1Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@focusbearInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/focus_bear/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/focusbearapp/ Podcast: https://podcast.focusbear.io

Welcome to episode #54 - We’re thrilled to be joined by Shea Belsky today. Shea Belsky is an autistic self-advocate. He is the Chief Technology Officer of Mentra, a hiring platform for neurodivergent job seekers. Shea brings several unique perspectives to supporting neurodivergent colleagues: He has been the manager of neurodivergent & neurotypical employees, has reported to neurodivergent & neurotypical managers, and has advocated for the needs and well-being of his peers. Shea is excited to share these experiences with others to create a more neuro-inclusive workplace for everyone.QuestionsCan you tell us about your experience with neurodiversity? When did you realize that you weren’t neurotypical? What challenges did you face? What is it like now?Diagnosed at a young age (2 y.o.).Had a lot of support throughout school (physical therapists, speech therapists, individualized education plan, etc.). Did well at school and got into Cornell University where further development opportunities as a TA helped him grow his communication skillsLucky to be able to pay it forward now as part of my work with MentraHow is your sleep? How do you switch off at night?Sleeps well (apart from cats sometimes waking him up!)Mental exercise to shut off thoughts when he gets to bed so he can sleep quicklyHow do you fit exercise into your life?A big part of his life. He and his wife both enjoy hiking, running, cycling and skiingWhat "work" projects are you concentrating on?CTO of Mentra a careers site for ND people. Connects NDers with companies looking to hire ND talent. What do you do to optimize productivity during your working hours? What is some unhelpful productivity advice that doesn’t work for you?Walking meetingsBlocking out time for deep workCareers coach to help deal with communication challengesCOMMERCIAL BREAKWhat do you enjoy doing in your off time?Outdoor activities (see fitness)Dungeons and DragonsWhat does your morning routine look like and how has it evolved over time?Feed cats, shower, and head to workWhere can people connect with you or find your work?https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheabelsky/Do you have any final words or asks for our audience?Check out Mentra if you’re looking for work or looking to hire someoneConnect with Shea:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheabelsky/Mentra: https://mentra.com/Connect with Jeremy:LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/nageljeremyEmail: jeremy@focusbear.ioJoey's Creativity Course: https://thepluckyjester.com/habitling-habit-building-courseMore from Focus Bear: Website: https://focusbear.ioLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/focus-bear/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@focusbearappTwitter: https://twitter.com/focusbear1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/focus_bear/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/focusbearapp/ Podcast: https://podcast.focusbear.ioTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@focusbear

Welcome to episode #53 We’re thrilled to be joined by ST Rappaport today. ST Rappaport is a brain engineer who works with ADHD entrepreneurs to unleash their potential via Peak Brain Performance. ST assists them in optimizing their ADHD so they can remove overwhelm, get more done in less time, and enjoy growing their business again. Welcome to the show ST!QuestionsCan you tell us about your experience with neurodiversity? When did you realize that you weren’t neurotypical? What challenges did you face? What is it like now?From young ageFelt like she didn’t fit in.Didn’t like constraintsDidn’t like school1st day of 1st gradeThinking in a boxCollege in England was much betterLeft two years agoKey challenges after schoolPersonal developmentSelf-awarenessNever had a bossAlways run her own shipPhotography business.Creative journal expressive artsCreating with non-dominant handInternal locus of controlCreating her own environmentHow is your sleep? How do you switch off at night?Making the rules for herself is fine (just when other people tell her what to do)Does believe in the power of sleep (but struggles sometimes to get enough sleep)Goes in seasonsSometimes sleep is less of a priority when working on something else.Deadlines.Wind down routine:Think about three wins from today + anticipate 3 good things that will happen tomorrowVisualisation of calmJournalHow do you fit exercise into your life?A priority even higher than sleepFirst thing in the morningGo running - part of habit.45-60 zen time, thinking time.> 60 minutes, listen to something to avoid Novelty key - different types of exerciseStrength and cardioSwimmingWhat "work" projects are you concentrating on?Coaching ADHD entrepreneurs (loves it)Meaningful transformation not just hacks28 thinking skillsCoachees come to the conclusions themselvesTry to solve the root issueWhy do you want to procrastinate while working?It’s ok if you’re conscious that you’re putting on a band-aid until you can find the root cause.Podcasts + YouTube vidsWhat do you do to optimize productivity during your working hours?Band-aidsWork with your brain, not against it.Get to the sweet spot of challenge/flow:Make easy tasks harder (do it really fast/add fun)Break hard tasks into smaller ones.Pomodoro with a twistHas a list of tasksAfter 10 minutes, change tasks. Doesn’t matter where she is atGets her to work fasterTaking breaksSurgeryInterpret the procrastination as a signal.Which sub-task is challenging?Is itBoring?Repetitive?Which part does my brain not like? In the seemingly smallest tasks, there are big sub-tasksBy pinpointing the part it doesn’t like, you understand the why.Same thing with jobs/roles/gigsIdentify what you don’t like.COMMERCIAL BREAKHow about the rest of the time? What do you enjoy doing in your off time?Travel + research beforehand (do things that the locals would do - authentic experiences)Dancing/paintingDeep conversationsFinding time to talk with strangers:Appropriate event (networking event, podcast)Prioritize it if it’s important (time scarcity)Strategies for escalating small talkQuestions:What’s been the highlight of your week? What does your morning routine look like and how has it evolved over time?Brain sharpest in the morningWorkoutShowerInto the most important taskPrepared the night beforeMake it as easy as possibleWorkout clothesAny documents openWhere can people connect with you or find your work?Lifepixuniversity 28 thinking skillsDo you have any final words or asks for our audience?Stop caring what other people think.Joey’s creativity course

Welcome to episode #52 We’re your hosts, Jeremy Nagel and Joey Corea, and we're thrilled to share our 2023 reflections with you today!Key points:Structured reflectionNew Years resolutionsWhy wait? If it’s important, do it nowAccountability GroupSharing vs doing it on your ownTiming:BirthdayStructured reviewsFormatWins: what worked wellJoey:Released book: Dilemmas to DecisionsIncreased workouts from 4 to 5 per week - plus 12 reps per set Started Plucky Jester business and got first $ inGot back into social media for business purposesInsights: learningsMost satisfaction from gaming if take breaks (e.g. play for an hour, take 10 minute walking break, and then play for another hour)“Life is happening for you, not to you” - Obstacle is the wayTrying to do everything on his own is not always the best wayPivots: what will I do differently?Cultivating self-healing - time for meditation/time in natureAnxiety management - “Cognitive Dominance” Diminish victim mindsetReview Frequencyweekly/monthly/annualMonthly reviewsUnstructured reflection: Remembering to be mindfulRe-entry meditation (shoes -> breaths)Walking through doorsPosturePeeing

Welcome to episode #51 We’re thrilled to be joined by Giles Dickenson-Jones today. Giles is an independent consultant specializing in public policy (economics), international development, and data science. Giles was diagnosed with ADHD in his early teens and was shuttled off to one of the few schools he hadn't already been kicked out of: a boarding school in rural NSW. Giles leverages his ADHD by combining his interdisciplinary range, creativity, and expertise in data analytics to help clients tackle tough public policy problems.Welcome to the show Giles!QuestionsCan you tell us about your experience with neurodiversity? When did you realize that you weren’t neurotypical? What challenges did you face? What is it like now?Grew up in rural NSWDiagnosed with ADHD amidst being shuffled across schools.Initially confusedInitially thought it meant he wasn’t getting enough attention.Coping strategies didn’t stickInterpreted it as lacking in something as an explanation of why he was different.How he sees it now:Knows he was differentWas working ahead to fit inStrong sense of justice, hyperfocused on thatActing outGetting approval from othersSo eager to fit inSomehow not be theCool kidDorky kidAlmost got into a Montessori-style schoolBut mother wanted tougher disciplineHow neuro divergence led to the current line of workAnalytical framework hooked himEconomics sticks its nose into everythingRange, EpsteinHow has your neurodivergence affected your financial life?Special interest in finance including personal finances - complicated Excel model + savings modelHow has it affected your relationships?Enjoys socialising but won’t organise itWork often gets in the way.Blind to the need of tending to relationships.Interested in peopleLikes the diversity and variety of Lunchclub What "work" projects are you concentrating on?Independent economic consultantProgram evaluation of social policies, e.g. how to help more students graduateHow can we make the policy stronger (without incurring additional costs)?Board member of local NFPPolicy Analysis Lab Online course teaching policy analysts how to use data scienceHow to work with messy dataHow to clean it upHow about the rest of the time? What do you enjoy doing in your off time?Quit drinking in 2015Found it difficult to continueReplaced it with art classesCOMMERCIAL BREAKWhat does your morning routine look like and how has it evolved over time?Set up day similar to 9 to 5 jobGet up at 6 amGo to the gym (do boxing)Review to-do listWhat do you do to optimize productivity during your working hours?Normally external deadlines push him to hyperfocusSofter deadlines are harder (e.g. finishing the online course)Go to the library for focusTurn on hyperfocusKeep desk distraction-freeSimple structures/routinesMomentum method - get started with easy tasksMake tasks really small (break down responding to an email into - read email, write email, hit send).Reduce friction for good habitsHiring freelancers - keeps him accountableSimilar to body doubling.What is one habit you'd like to remove from your life (either a bad habit or one that takes up too much time)?Watching videos while having meals (lowers boredom threshold)How do you switch off at night?In theoryGet to sleep by ten.Loose during the holidaysPracticallyKeeps the 6 AM boxing classFunFitnessDiscipline, consequences for staying up lateWhat resources (books, philosophies, apps, sensory toys) do you find most helpful for dealing with your brain?Apps:OneNote for organizing notesExcel for To Do listsChat GPTFocus Coach: ADHD Coach GPTAskly Pocket for reading later (on Kobo)Read aloud (proofreading own work, reading websites)EtsyBooks:“Deep Work” Cal NewportRange by David Epstein“How to have a good day”Where can people connect with you or find your work?Etsy store - Turkey cardsLinkedInWebsite - gilesdj.com?Do you have any final words or asks for our audience?The emperor has no clothes: the person you are putting on the pedestal has foibles and got where they are through a combination of hard work and good luck. You can get there too.Joey’s creativity course

Welcome to episode #50 We’re thrilled to be joined by Brent Huras today. Brent Huras is a Productivity & Flow State Coach whose practice evolved from the single purpose of answering the question: "How can I get myself to do my work?" To this end, he has spent the last two decades reading, studying, philosophizing - and eventually - coaching on the answer to this mysterious question. His studies have taken him along multiple paths including psychological and spiritual ones which have culminated in his body of work that he calls Sustainable, High-Level Productivity which he describes in his work on YouTube, TikTok, and blog. He currently operates out of Stratford Ontario where he serves 1-1 clients and small groups.Welcome to the show Brent!QuestionsCan you tell us about your brain? When did you realize that your brain was different? What challenges did you face? What is it like now?Suspected undiagnosed ADHDBulk of clients are people with ADHDWhen they describe their experience, he felt it resonated.Brought it up with his parentsSaw challenges in himself that wasn’t evident in his peersFocusing at micro and macro levelAble to start but losing focus in the hour.Or not being able to see project through to the end of the week.How he learned the strategiesEverything leads to mastery (wanting to be really good at something)Give himself to something so he is free to focus and go deep on something.Reframe that he’s not missing out on something.Developing skills/mastery opens up other opportunities further down the road.What’s the realization like?It was a slow realizationIt’s not what you choose, it’s that you do choose.How has your neurodivergence affected your financial life?Family very disciplined around moneyHe inherited that mindset - frugal Enthusiastic about investment opportunitiesSometimes good: early investor in BTCSometimes bad: bought PSYK and it didn’t go wellHow has it affected your relationships?Quick to love peopleNot necessarily a bad thing - assumes positive intent.Sees the becoming/potential.What "work" projects are you concentrating on?Raising toddler 1 on 1 coachingGroup CoachingHow about the rest of the time? What do you enjoy doing in your off time?Raising toddlerWatching become a person.Not quite like raising a cat.There’s frequently a “new person”Serve the evolution of humanitySignaling to other people that it’s ok to step into purpose.CoachingWisdom traditionsPractices of enlightenment and awakening.Deeper and more grounded layers of peace.Playing piano.What forms of exercise do you do?Gym 3x a weekGet a run in per weekKen Wilbur’s stuffMeditation and working out complement each other.What does your morning routine look like and how has it evolved over time?Try and wake up before daughterDo meditationCatching up later in the dayFind a time to meditate ideally before the morningIdeal routine (past routine)Get upMeditateExerciseShowerJournalingPrioritizes mindfulness throughout the dayMindfulness is not just on the meditation cushion - be mindful when leaving a room, getting into the car etc.What do you do to optimize productivity during your working hours?Getting self to do the thing:Flow stateRemove the judgment that some tasks are flowy and others are tedious (e.g. doing tax return can be fun)“Compressed ease” - expectation that it should be going fasterIt will take as long as it will takeSlow down - let it take as much time as neededCOMMERCIAL BREAKWhat is one bad habit you have removed from your life (either a bad habit or one that takes up too much time)?Smoking cigarettes + DrinkingWhat’s your sleep like?No sleep issues, sleep well.Toddler wakes them up sometimes.How do you switch off at night?Trust that there is nothing to think about right now.What resources (books, philosophies, apps, sensory toys) do you find most helpful for dealing with your brain?Books:Falling into Grace - A.. Shanti QQQThe power of nowThe universe always has a plan Matt KahnWhere can people connect with you or find your work?hello@brenthuras.comTikTok: spiritual awakening/flow/high levelYouTube channel: qqqDo you have any final words or asks for our audience?Radical self-trust: notice when the brain tells you that you’re missing something/doing something wrong. Suggest to yourself that you know what you’re doing.Joey’s creativity course

Welcome to episode #49 We’re thrilled to be joined by Denise Lim today. Denise is a PhD student at Griffith University, where she is currently investigating factors that contribute to academic motivation amongst intellectually gifted students with ADHD in secondary schools, a population she is extremely passionate about given her lived experience and challenges during that time. Denise has completed a Bachelor of Science with a psychology major, her psychology honors, followed by a graduate certificate in educational research, which provided her with the foundation for her PhD. In 2022, she worked with a team at The Matilda Centre at the University of Sydney to conduct the world’s biggest umbrella review of COVID-19 and mental health outcomes, which was published in March 2023. She enjoys spending time with her two Guinea pigs Squashi and Squishi, has won multiple state and national titles for chess and table tennis, and recently ranked in the top 10 for speed jigsaw puzzling in Australia.Welcome to the show Denise!QuestionsCan you tell us about your experience with neurodiversity? When did you realize that you weren’t neurotypical? What challenges did you face? What is it like now?During school, grades were very inconsistent, particularly with compulsory subjects. B+ average but never got B+ - always had really good days where she smashed it (particularly oral assignments) and other days where she got low marks even though she was trying really hard the whole timeTeachers said things like “I can see you’re really smart. You’re so good at Chess. How come you can’t…?”Grade divergence got worse as demands escalated during high school and uniAt the end of her first degree, a friend shared that she had been diagnosed with ADHD and that inspired Denise to seek a diagnosisPost diagnosis and treatment (meds), her performance in honors + subsequent tertiary study has been consistently high distinctions. She’s learned to work with her brain instead of against it.What "work" projects are you concentrating on?PhD research looking into motivational theory for twice exceptional (intellectually gifted + neurodivergent) studentsThe goal is to come up with a personalized motivational framework for each student so they can perform at their bestHow about the rest of the time? What do you enjoy doing in your off time?Speed puzzling (started during COVID to ward off depression and is now something she loves doing)Table tennis + Chess coachingWhat does your start of work routine look like and how has it evolved over time?Jigsaw puzzling - a form of mindfulnessListens to textbooks via Voice Dream. Currently listening to “Handbook of self-determination theory”Both activities get her in the zone for deep workWhat do you do to optimize productivity during your working hours?Multimodal input/output: uses whiteboard/iPad/iPhone/laptop depending on the type of work and how she’s feelingWobble chair to give her movement during meetingsWorking on trains: go from one end of the train line to another - being in motion helps her focus (planes are also good but expensive)Rewards: get bubble tea after a deep work sessionBody doubling: shut up and write sessions where several students get together and write (no talking)COMMERCIAL BREAKHow do you switch off at night?Feed Squishi and Squashi (guinea pigs)What resources (books/audiobooks, philosophies, apps, sensory toys) do you find most helpful for productivity and habit formation?Apps:Voice Dream (text-to-speech app)BooksAtlas of the Heart by Brenee BrownSensory toys:A multitude of spinners mostly from KaikoWhere can people connect with you or find your work?Griffith Uni pageDo you have any final words or asks for our audience?Talk to other people about your neurodivergence. If her friend hadn’t shared with Denise, it would’ve taken Denise much longer to realize why everything was so hard. Pass on that gift to others.Joey’s creativity course

Welcome to episode #48 We’re thrilled to be joined by Yvonne Heimann today. Yvi was born and raised in Germany where she caught the entrepreneurial bug early on, working in her parents’ business and owning her own pub by the tender age of 22.Yvonne left the safety net and security she had in Germany to pursue her own dreams. Since moving to the US in 2007, Yvonne’s goal has been to help empower entrepreneurs so they can successfully run a sustainable business while also enjoying life.Her own life-changing challenge came in 2014 when she lost her husband to cancer. Yvonne was determined to resume her passion for building “bulletproof businesses” that can withstand anything.Welcome to the show Yvi!QUESTIONSCan you tell us about your experience with neurodiversity? When did you realise that you weren’t neurotypical? What challenges did you face? What is it like now?Struggled with by-the-book teaching style in schoolAfter moving to the US, became aware of ADHD and found it explained the trials and joys of her brainDivergent thinking is a big asset for her work with clients - sees things from a different perspectiveMicrodosing 2 times per week helps with cognitive overload (too many tabs) and anxietyHow has your neurodivergence affected your financial life?In business, she’s great at starting things but polishing/last mile is hardLearning is to delegate the integration workAdvice to only focus on one thing has been unhelpful. She’s been able to form a cohesive niche from doing many different thingsHow has it affected your relationships?Got told in the past: “You’re too intense/loud”Moving to the US has made it easier to find people on the same wavelength She now warns new clients “This is how I am” and puts out authentic content so she attracts people who like the way she is What "work" projects are you concentrating on?Coaching for digital entrepreneurs who are open to change and want help systematising their businessRecently published a book “Mastering the Basics of ClickUp: Get Up and Running in No Time: Easy project management using repeatable processes”YouTube channel + Boss Your Business podcastHow about the rest of the time? What do you enjoy doing in your off time?Fitness: 1-mile circuit around her neighborhoodGoing to the beach: amazing sunsets in San DiegoExperiencing food: tamale cooking classWhat does your morning routine look like and how has it evolved over time?Coffee on the patio - sitting and thinkingReadingJournalingGymWhat do you do to optimize productivity during your working hours?No client meetings before 10 amWork mode on the phoneEliminate decision fatigue: plan the night before (in the future, she’ll hire a business manager to help prioritise)COMMERCIAL BREAKWhat is one habit you'd like to remove from your life (either a bad habit or one that takes up too much time)?Using phone too much (uses parental controls to help)How do you switch off at night?Sleep:Avoid hot baths late at nightAvoid alcoholCold roomWeighted blanketBrain dump ideas (voice notes)Luna app for sleep: bedtime stories + painting a sceneAura ring to track dataWhat resources (books, philosophies, apps, sensory toys) do you find most helpful for productivity and habit formation?Books:Her book: “Mastering the Basics of ClickUp: Get Up and Running in No Time: Easy project management using repeatable processes”The One ThingAtomic HabitsApps:Luna sleep appWhere can people connect with you or find your work?askyvi.comDo you have any final words or asks for our audience?Be kind to yourselfJoey’s creativity course

Welcome to episode #47 We’re thrilled to be joined by Dr. Siobhan Lamb today.Dr Lamb has worn many hats during her life. Neurodivergent herself, with a neurodiverse family, she spent twenty years as a teacher in STEM and Diverse Learning and is now principal of Embrace Difference, a business supporting neurodivergent children in the education system, including the provision of professional development in educational settings and advocacy services. Dr. Lamb is all the Head of Neurodiversity at a mainstream school in Sydney.Welcome to the show Siobhan!QuestionsCan you tell us about your experience with neurodiversity? When did you realize that you weren’t neurotypical? What challenges did you face? What is it like now?Diagnosed with ADHD, dyslexia, and selective mutism at age 7Was well supported and was able to thriveParents encouraged her to be herself at home but also explained societal expectations to help her around othersWhat "work" projects are you concentrating on?Embrace Difference: advocacy for children kindergarten to year ⅘Helps kids who get suspended due to dysregulationWorks with teachers + parents to identify patterns in behavior that precede a meltdown so that it can be addressed proactively (e.g. go for a walk outside/go to a quiet space)Head of neurodiversity at mainstream schoolWorks with ND students at her school in a similar way to plan how to make the environment suitableThe goal is for ND students to be able to say “I feel like I belong here”Runs workshops on executive functioning and organizational skillsHow about the rest of the time? What do you enjoy doing in your off time?Loves board games (could start a shop!)Azul, Patchwork, Dungeon Mayhem, Everdell (longer), Kindomino (good for young kids), a little wordy, splendor, sequenceBias towards short (sub 20 minute) games due to time constraintsWalks, moviesWhat does your morning routine look like and how has it evolved over time?Organise lunch etc. the night beforeShower to wake body upMedsUse clocks to remind you when to make a habitSome clients use the box of habits (e.g. put a toothbrush in the box and transfer it to another box when you’re done)What do you do to optimize productivity during your working hours?Go with the flow - on days that she’s on, smash the admin. On other days, she works with children as it gives her energyTry to maximize chances of being on by:Getting plenty of sleepGoing for a long walk before starting workAvoiding emotional conversationsCOMMERCIAL BREAKWhat is one habit you'd like to remove from your life (either a bad habit or one that takes up too much time)?Losing items. Solution: big notebooks that are easier to see. Use dropzones.How do you switch off at night?Walk and showerKeep a notepad next to bed and write thoughts down to combat ruminationWhat resources (books, philosophies, apps, sensory toys) do you find most helpful for productivity and habit formation?“Power of Habit” by Charles du HiggBouncy ballsVisualisation and verbalisation courseUpward diary/plannerWhere can people connect with you or find your work?embrace-difference.com.auDo you have any final words or asks for our audience?Make as much of your life habitual so you can spare your working memory for creativity.Use visualisation techniques to boost the capacity of working memoryJoey’s creativity course

Welcome to episode #46 We’re thrilled to be joined by Eric Tivers today. Eric Tivers is a trained Licensed Clinical Social Worker turned coach and is the Founder and CEO of ADHD reWired. Since 2014, Eric has produced over 500 episodes of his Podcast, ADHD reWired. He's a leader in providing online group coaching and community-based growth programs for adults with ADHD.  His coaching and accountability groups were recognized at the 2019 International Conference on ADHD as an innovative program of the year. Eric also runs a virtual coworking community for adults with ADHD called Adult Study Hall. You can learn more about ADHD reWired at www.adhdrewired.comWelcome to the show Eric!QuestionsCan you tell us about your experience with neurodiversity? When did you realize that you weren’t neurotypical? What challenges did you face? What is it like now?Got diagnosed in college: struggled with study (divergent thinking during reading made it difficult to absorb content)Saw psychiatrist after two semesters of struggling: off the charts inattentive ADHDPrescribed Adderal and it made a huge difference: doubled his GPAPerfectionism reared its head, especially during grad schoolObservations about ADHD over the last 20 years:It was stigmatized in the past (e.g. not safe to disclose at work)Language: used to be person-first language (person with ADHD) - now it’s “ADHDers” or “I have ADHD”Superpowers? Important to work on challenges as well as lean into strengthsWhat "work" projects are you concentrating on?Intensive accountability groups (12 people support each other)Structured content + peer-to-peer supportLong term planningSelf compassionFocus on resilience instead of consistencyConsistency is a lagging indicatorHow about the rest of the time? What do you enjoy doing in your off time?Used to be a mountain bikerPickleball - ADHD friendly because you can just show upMusicWhat does your morning routine look like and how has it evolved over time?Depends on whether have son or not6.30 am wake up (every day because oth)High protein breakfast (same each day)Workout most mornings (exercise for the brain)ShowerSimilar lunch each day (make it the night before)What do you do to optimize productivity during your working hours?Saying No to a lot of projects: “The less I do, the more productive I am”Identifying peak hours for productivityLeadershipCOMMERCIAL BREAKWhat is one habit you'd like to remove from your life (either a bad habit or one that takes up too much time)?Working non-stop - helped by having a son and knowing about the power of breaksHow do you switch off at night?Don’t start any creative project after 5 pm/6 pm (will ignore cues of hunger/bathroom)Make lunch before making dinner (hunger is a motivator to do it fast)Get son ready for bedGo for a motorbike rideWhat resources (books, philosophies, apps, sensory toys) do you find most helpful for productivity and habit formation?Community (adult study hall)Podcast (ADHD ReWired)YouTube: Justine McCabe (lots of due diligence to make sure it’s evidence-based)AudiobooksWhere can people connect with you or find your work?adhdrewired.comDo you have any final words or asks for our audience?Be kind to yourselfJoey’s creativity course