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Tue, 31 July 2018

229 Mastermind with Erika: Travel Challenges

Over the next few weeks, you’re going to hear a few very special episodes that are a part of a series of mastermind sessions that I did with a few members of the coaching group alum.

On this episode, Erika is on the hot seat over travel challenges. She explains the aspects of traveling that give her the most trouble. Then, other members of the mastermind ask questions and share ideas and advice to help Erika overcome these situations.

You’ll Learn:

[07:53] - Marisol starts things off by giving us a little update on our last mastermind conversation, which was in Episode 220.
[12:03] - Erika lays the groundwork for this discussion on traveling.
[15:48] - I share that over the years, I have become less interested in leaving the house. I like being places, but I don’t like going places.
[18:19] - Will asks for clarification on the source of Erika’s anxiety in these situations.
[19:46] - Marisol asks how long these vacations or trips are.
[21:53] - Natalie is a professional organizer with a lot of experience in this area. She says she understands Marisol’s need to have things clean before she leaves, and provides a few tips.
[27:09] - I speculate that Marisol is experiencing executive functioning anxiety, and share some other examples of this.
[29:41] - Tina asks if routine would help alleviate pressure and anxiety.
[31:50] - Will shares something he recently read in a Brene Brown book that is related to this conversation.
[33:08] - I ask Marisol to consider the one thing she would like to accomplish on a short trip.
[34:42] - Marisol points out the time restrictions on these shorter vacations.
[38:22] - We discuss the issues around clothing and body issues and traveling.
[44:27] - Will says that he doesn’t have as much time as he thinks he does during the day. He has a trip coming up, and he talks about making a list of things to do when he returns.
[47:05] - We talk about the idea that this anxiety is caused by a disturbance in routine. This leads to a discussion about negative talk and staying positive in this situation.
[52:53] - Natalie revisits the discussion on clothing size and options.
[59:37] - I talk about the five-second rule, which sometimes works for me.
[1:01:54] - Natalie offers help as her accountability partner.
[1:02:27] - Erika shares her action steps, moving forward.

Your Resources:

The 4-Hour Work Week - Tim Ferriss
Rising Strong - Brene Brown
The Five Second Rule: Transform Your Life, Work, and Confidence with Everyday Courage - Mel Robbins

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Direct download: 229_Mastermind_Erika_Travel_challenges.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:24pm CST

Tue, 24 July 2018

228 | An ADHD and Non ADHD Couple

On this episode, I am joined by two guests in my studio. These two people are in, what we are calling, a “mixed (almost) marriage,” where one of the partners has been diagnosed with ADHD. Emily and Josh, a couple from Chicago, have been together for three years and sat behind my mics for this conversation.

Josh has ADHD and Emily does not. He was diagnosed with ADHD right before they met, so his journey has coincided with their relationship. Josh works as a support engineer at a tech company and codes on the side for fun. Emily works at a non-profit for middle and high school girls.

In this conversation, you will hear Josh and Emily share the techniques and strategies they have discovered and created to have a successful mixed relationship. The discussion includes their stories, their experiences, and their intentional efforts to overcome.

You’ll Learn:

[06:25] - Josh talks about his diagnosis. He met Emily a few months later, and he recounts his first impressions and conversation.
[09:00] - Emily and Josh talk about the step of moving in with each other. Emily explains what it was like to move in with someone with ADHD.
[12:12] - Emily shares a tip she learned on this podcast.
[14:25] - We talk about self-awareness being part of executive functioning.
[17:00] - Emily talks about the discoveries they have made.
[20:16] - Emily shares that Josh is quick to look at the system, and look for a solution that involves technology.
[23:50] - Josh shares two changes he’s made with technology that has helped them. This leads to a discussion on setting alarms.
[27:30] - Josh and Emily share what they have learned from each other. Emily says that Josh has helped her leave open space on her calendar.
[30:26] - Emily gives some advice to the neurotypical person in a mixed marriage.
[33:32] - Emily talks about the idea of suggesting someone “try harder” or “focus more.”
[40:53] - Emily and Josh explain how they have names for features of ADHD.
[48:40] - Emily says if you are with someone who was diagnosed as an adult, they are probably beating themselves up for things that have happened over the years.
[49:45] - Josh explains that Emily pauses and gives Josh time to come up with the words to convey what he is going through. He provides an example.
[56:23] - Emily explains “the true step one.”
[59:37] - Josh shares what he finds challenging about Emily, as she is neurotypical. He goes on to explain how people with ADHD have an advantage with systems in this time of technological intrusion.
[1:05:50] - Emily describes some strategies that help her in this relationship.

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Direct download: 228_An_ADHD_and_Non_ADHD_Couple.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:00am CST

Tue, 17 July 2018

227 | Neurofeedback - Can it Really Help?

Joining me on the podcast this week is Jake Stauch. Jake is the founder and CEO of NeuroPlus, a company that has developed a platform for helping ADHD children and adults with brain sensing technology. Prior to NeuroPlus, Jake founded NeuroSpire, which used brain scans to test advertising effectiveness. Jake previously worked at Duke Center for Cognitive Science. He’s been named to the Forbes 30 under 30. His works have been featured in Rolling Stone, Popular Science, and IEEE.

Brain activity is different for individuals with ADHD and neurotypical individuals, and Jake and his company, NeuroPlus, are working in the world of games with neurofeedback. In this conversation, you will hear Jake talk about the science, the questions, and the research they have seen in this area.

Connect with Jake Stauch:

Website - http://neuro.plus

You’ll Learn:

[05:22] - Jake explains how he got into this realm, and why he calls himself a skeptic.
[07:37] - Jake says that what NeuroPlus is doing is geared towards both children and adults.
[08:13] - Jake provides us with a summary of where the research is right now with neurofeedback.
[14:17] - Jake explains some problems with the way neurofeedback is done.
[16:25] - I read a piece of an article that I found in researching for this episode. Jake shares some thoughts on that information.
[19:50] - I read another passage from an article that speaks to the effectiveness of neurofeedback. Jake responds to some of these questions around neurofeedback.
[23:30] - Jake talks about the risk for people looking to explore neurofeedback.
[24:45] - I share that one of my concerns about neurofeedback is the claim of being “all natural.”
[26:48] - Jake explains some of the mindset behind marketing neurofeedback.
[28:13] - Jake describes some of the challenges with implementing the science and research with the delivery of the product.
[34:39] - Jake talks about Calypso, which is one of the games I experienced.
[37:44] - During the game, my mind wandered, but it said that I was focused. Jake explains what was happening.
[39:34] - We talk about the idea of seeing brain waves during the games.
[41:55] - Jake explains that he started this company, and how they are not popular with other companies in the space.
[44:00] - When asked about data, Jake says that because of privacy protocols, they actually do not currently store raw brainwave data.
[45:18] - Jake is looking for participants and researchers.
[46:25] - Jake says that he is excited by the question, “What else can we help people with this type of technology?”
[47:35] - Jake talks about how the company would handle things if the product were discovered not to be effective.
[48:37] - We talk about how this technology could be introduced into popular games.
[50:16] - Jake talks about the future of his business.

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Direct download: 227_Neurofeedback_-_can_it_really_help.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:00am CST

Tue, 10 July 2018

226 | June Q & A

This episode is the recording of June’s live Q&A. The questions answered in this episode were submitted by listeners of this podcast, both ahead of time and live. Brendan Mahan once again joins me on this Q&A.

If you’re listening to this on the day it is published, you can listen to July’s live Q&A at 1:30pm Eastern. Join Brendan Mahan and me as we answer your questions live. You can register at http://ADHDreWired.com/events.

Connect with Brendan Mahan

ADHD Essentials Podcast

You’ll Learn:

[07:07] - Sandra joins the call to ask a few questions. She wonders how to manage RSD.
[19:50] - We answer the question, “What should every ADHD house have?” We share some of the items we use regularly. Brendan also talks about what to look for in a house.
[27:21] - A listener asks how to declutter a room and manage storage.
[33:35] - We discuss what an ADHD house should NOT have.
[40:45] - David joins the call and asks about ADHD advocacy.
[47:10] - A live viewer asks about strategies and routines for sticking to day-to-day schedules, and avoiding burnout.
[58:58] - After talking about my graham cracker addiction, Max joins the call to talk about diet and nutrition.

Your Resources:

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Direct download: 226_June_Q__A.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:00am CST

Tue, 3 July 2018

225 | Finding the Magic with Natalie Walker

Natalie Walker joins me on this episode of the podcast. Natalie is a multi-creative who has tackled some pretty big dreams and always has been determined never to allow her different brain to define or stifle what she has gone after in her life. She’s a mom, a songwriter, a makeup artist, a chef, and probably a bunch of other things!

Natalie is a creative artist, and I think you will enjoy this conversation with Natalie about her background, her ADHD diagnosis, and her music. She talks about how her music career started, while she was away at college. She shares how she gets herself in the right mindset to create art, and she also shares some advice for struggle creatives.

Connect with Natalie Walker:

iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/natalie-walker/152140052
Pandora - https://www.pandora.com/artist/natalie-walker/AR36jkjxvXfhK9J
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/31Az4QOGpXowht4dz0ks7a

You’ll Learn:

[04:23] - Natalie recently discovered this podcast. We talk about how this conversation came to be.
[05:55] - Natalie shares her ADHD story, starting in childhood.
[14:07] - Natalie recounts her high school years when she continued to immerse herself in music.
[19:10] - After high school, Natalie talks about attempting college, connecting with musicians, quitting college, moving to Philadelphia, and having a baby.
[26:00] - Natalie shares where some of her music has been used.
[28:03] - “Urban Angel” is her favorite album, and she talks about her songwriting style.
[29:53] - On our break, we play one of Natalie’s songs, “Quicksand.”
[34:24] - Natalie talks about her creative process when it comes to writing music.
[39:43] - Natalie’s music has a dark/melancholy tone to it. She explains how the music allows her to tell her story and bring out things she usually doesn’t verbalize.
[42:28] - In order to get herself into the right mindset and place, she needs to separate herself from her regular life to write music.
[44:25] - Because the amount of time she has for writing is limited, she feels that the pressure actually helps her write music.
[51:08] - Natalie shares some words of wisdom for struggling creatives.
[55:08] - Natalie says that while she hasn’t written songs about ADHD, there may be some indirect relationship between her music and ADHD. She could see herself writing about ADHD in the future.

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Direct download: 225_Finding_the_Magic_with_Natalie_Walker.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:00am CST