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Discussing the hormonal fluctuation's impact on ADHD and women is one of the most important episodes I have recorded on the Proudly ADHD Podcast.  Conversations on this topic need to continue and be amplified.    I truly believe so many women diagnosed with ADHD suffer in silence from the negative impacts of, Puberty, Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), PMS (premenstrual syndrome), Perimenopause, and Menopause. As these hormonal changes hugely impact and amplify the negative traits of ADHD. In this episode, my special guest Linda Roggli gives us a view into hormones and what happens with our ADHD.   We also share our personal experiences and measures we have taken to manage the impact.   We hope that you find this episode useful and please do share and increase awareness of hormones and ADHD.   ***** More about Lind Roggli Linda Roggli is the creator of the ADHD Palooza series, a Professional Certified Coach (PCC), an award-winning author, and founder of the A-D-Diva Network for ADHD women 40-and-better. She is recognized as an expert in midlife and senior ADHD. The online Palooza series now includes ADHD Women, ADHD Parents, and ADHD Couples. Linda’s book Confessions of an ADDiva-midlife in the non-linear lane won first prize for women’s issues in the prestigious Next Generation Indy Book Awards competition. She regularly hosts workshops, organizing groups, and retreats for ADHD women at http://addiva.net

In this engaging discussion, Dr. Tamara Rosier, founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan and president of the ADHD Coaches Organization, shares invaluable insights on managing emotions with ADHD. She introduces the Emotional Health Ladder, a powerful tool for navigating intense feelings. Dr. Rosier explains how emotional regulation can significantly improve both personal relationships and workplace dynamics. Discover effective self-care strategies and the importance of emotional awareness for achieving calm and clarity in daily life.

In this episode, I open up about my personal story about seeking support to further manage my ADHD through Trauma Therapy.  I knew that this method of therapy was going to be effective and I have always been a huge advocate of therapy but what I didn’t expect was the rapid results that I experienced.          “In total, some 20–50% of children with a history of Childhood Trauma have clinical levels of ADHD (Glod and Teicher 1996; McLeer et al.1994).”    Receiving support for mental health is a journey, from long waits to getting the right doctor to finding the right treatment and medication that will work and also the energy that it takes to keep at it.  But once we do get the right support, magic can happen.  I am beyond grateful to have found the right support team to move through this stage of my life.  If you relate to this post and also to this episode, please don’t give up on your healing journey, keep going! I am cheering for your success. 

ADHD and Burnout!!! I can not get enough of this topic, so I decided to have a candid conversation about it with my special guest Brendan Mahan, host of ADHD Essentials Podcast and ADHD Coach.   “Is it the Fish or the Water? Is the fish sick because the fish is sick? or is the fish sick, Because it's swimming in a toxic ocean.” Brendan unpacks this concept so beautifully in this episode. (Yes we do get into politics in this talk)  We covered various aspects of how those with ADHD might experience burnout and how to move through it.  Thank you Brendan for being an amazing guest, really enjoyed this rich conversation and your wisdom.   #ADHD    About:  Brendan Mahan, M.Ed., MS., an internationally recognized ADHD/Executive Function coach, a highly engaging, sought-after speaker, and the host of the ADHD Essentials Podcast. A former teacher, mental health counselor, and principal, Brendan helps individuals, families, schools, and businesses manage the challenges of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and neurodiversity through an approach that blends education, collaborative problem-solving, and accountability with compassion, humor, a focus on strengths and growth, and his trademark “Wall of Awful™” model. He has been featured in The Washington Post, ADDitude Magazine, How To ADHD, and Speaker Magazine. Contact him at brendan@ADHDessentials.com.

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It was my absolute pleasure to have this candid, most genuine conversation with Dan Roth.   He is so damn relatable and lays down some serious truth about job hunting and recruiting for professionals with ADHD.   “I don't think that job seekers should be so desperate to take any job that they can. Now I understand that finances are. I am not saying that it is not difficult, but if we do a better job in our communication between the recruiter and the job seeker, then at the end of the day, you're going to be put in the best position where you don't have to worry about being there a year from now, because you have the long-term to look at.” Dan Roth   Dan shared his personal experience with ADHD, his view as a recruiter supporting neurodiversity in the workplace. Towards the end of this talk, he shares three success tips when looking for a new job.    Dan, is an internationally recognized recruiter and professional speaker. Having recently been named one of the Top 25 Job Search Experts to Follow by Jobscan, Dan uses his platform to encourage continuous discussions surrounding mental health while being a strong neurodiversity and women's empowerment advocate and an abolotionist. Follow Dan on Linkedin 

In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting with Yakini Pierce, discussing her journey with ADHD as a parent.   Yakini Pierce is a mom with ADHD that has two children, both with ADHD. She has an MBA and degrees in engineering and mass communications, but her strong passion is advocating for parents that have children with ADHD, parents, and adults in general that have ADHD through her ADHD Love platform. I enjoyed listening to her perspective and approach when it comes to parenting kids with ADHD.  You can find out more about Yakini's work: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/adhdlove2020/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/adhdlove2020 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adhdlove2020/ Clubhouse - https://www.joinclubhouse.com/@adhdlove2020  YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/ADHDLove2020 ADHD Love Merchandise:  https://www.adhdlove2020.com/ Podcast - ADHD Love Parent Talk Spotify, iTunes     

“Rather than be defined by a label, I choose to challenge the boundaries of its perceived limitations.” Shawn Smith   I had the pleasure of speaking with Shawn Smith, M.Ed., CCC about ADHD, ASD and his personal journey with it all, and how he supports his clients as a counselor/therapist.  This conversion was such a delight, Shawn has an amazing way to capture your attention and get to the heart of the discussion.    I enjoyed talking about ADHD and Medication, the long journey to finding treatment that supports ADHD, and how his own experience of medication He shares a unique approach to building confidence through creating challenges  Shawn was recently diagnosed with ASD in addition to his ADHD, he shares how this diagnosis shows up in his life  Navigating friendships as a neurodivergent thinker How to manage rigid thinking  I especially enjoyed his view on masking in social settings and setting boundaries   “no one said being awesome is going to be easy”, Shawn Smith.   More About Shawn Neurodivergent (Autistic and ADHD) Psychotherapist, Consultant, and founder of Don’t dis-my-ability®, a multifaceted company that utilizes my unique gifts that come by way of being uniquely gifted and neurodivergent. Website: www.ddmacs.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ddmacs.ca Twitter: https://twitter.com/dontdismyabilit YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DdmacsCa Don’t dis-my-ability Podcast: http://ddmacs.ca/podcast/  

In this episode I speak with Tamara Rosier, Ph.D. about her new book, Your Brain’s Not Broken: Strategies for Navigating Your Emotions and Life with ADHD.  In Your Brain’s Not Broken, Tamara Rosier, Ph.D., founder of the ADHD Center in West Michigan, shares how those with ADHD can create new thinking habits, identify unhelpful thoughts and emotional patterns, and apply strategies to change them. “Seeing how the ADHD brain works differently from the neurotypical brain helps us understand, accept, and compensate for our differences,” Rosier writes in the book. “This knowledge that ADHD is a complicated disorder that affects each part of a person’s life is the first step to managing it...so that you don’t have to pretend to others and yourself.” Readers of this book will finally understand why those with ADHD think, feel, and act the way they do. Dr. Rosier applies her 12 years of coaching others to offer the critical practical tools like solving motivational murders, finding predictable patterns, setting boundaries, managing energy expenditure, understanding the ADHD Ladder of Emotional Health, and more. Anyone with ADHD—as well as anyone who lives with or loves someone with ADHD—will find a compassionate, encouraging guide to living well and with hope in this book.   About Tamara Rosier, Ph.D - is founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, where she and her staff work with individuals with ADHD (and their families) to learn strategies and develop new skills to live effectively with ADHD. Dr. Rosier is also the president of the ADHD Coaches Organization. She is a popular conference and keynote speaker is a frequent guest on podcasts and has published numerous articles about living with ADHD. She lives in West Michigan.

In this episode, Coach Cathy shares an update on the podcast and some personal reflections on her journey as a coach and mental health advocate. She also offers some tips and insights on how to stay motivated and focused on your goals. Segment 1: Podcast Update (0:43) Cathy gives listeners an update on the podcast and shares some exciting news about upcoming guests and topics. She also invites listeners to share their feedback and suggestions for future episodes. Segment 2: Personal Reflections (4:16) Cathy reflects on her journey as a coach and mental health advocate, sharing some of the challenges she's faced and the lessons she's learned along the way. She emphasizes the importance of self-care and setting realistic expectations for yourself. Segment 3: Staying Motivated and Focused (12:06) Cathy offers some tips and insights on how to stay motivated and focused on your goals, even when facing obstacles or setbacks. She talks about the power of positive thinking, self-talk, and visualization, and offers some practical strategies for staying on track. Conclusion: Cathy thanks listeners for tuning in and sharing their support for the podcast. She encourages listeners to stay connected and engaged with the community and to continue striving towards their own mental health and wellness goals. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform.