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The Distractables - your ADHD friends

Marie Ng & Jesse J. Anderson

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Frequency: 1 episode/6d. Total Eps: 8

A show for ADHDers by ADHDers - a casual conversation amongst ADHD friends, focusing on practical ADHD tips/tricks/hacks to get through daily life.

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21/11/2024
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#77
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#72

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Diet and Nutrition with ADHD - with special guest Rebecca King (Ep. 2)

Episode 2

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 • Duration 35:31

How can ADHD impact your diet and nutrition? That's the question we're chatting through today.

In this episode of The Distractibles- your ADHD friends, co-hosts Marie Ng and Jesse J. Anderson are joined by Rebecca King, a registered dietitian, nutritionist and certified intuitive eating counselor, to discuss diet and nutrition tailored for people with ADHD.

Becca shares her personal journey with ADHD and how she discovered the connection between ADHD and eating disorders. The conversation delves into practical tips for managing diet, the significance of intuitive eating, overcoming shame associated with food habits, and the challenges of meal prep for individuals with ADHD. They also explore various strategies to make healthy eating more accessible and sustainable.

00:00 Introduction

00:38 Guest Introduction: Rebecca King

01:02 Rebecca's ADHD and Eating Disorder Journey

02:09 ADHD, Medication, and Eating Patterns

04:15 Hyperfocus and Forgetting to Eat

07:14 Conditioned Eating Habits

09:23 Intuitive Eating Explained

12:04 Challenges with Traditional Diets

18:35 Personal Reflections on Dieting

19:38 Navigating Food Choices with ADHD

20:30 Practical Tips for Simplifying Meals

24:01 The Benefits of Frozen Foods

25:09 Organizing Your Kitchen for Success

28:52 Favorite Snacks and Meal Planning

33:14 Conclusion

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Becca

Thank you for listening! Join us next week for more honest and open chats about ADHD.

Chat soon,
Marie & Jesse

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Finding your career with ADHD - Marie & Jesse's ADHD journeys - (Ep. 1)

Episode 1

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 • Duration 31:45

Finding your career can be tough. And it can be even tougher if you're an ADHDer.

Join our co-hosts Marie Ng and Jesse J. Anderson for the very first episode of The Distractables - your ADHD friends, a casual conversation amongst ADHD friends, focusing on practical ADHD tips/tricks/hacks to get through daily life.

In this episode, Marie and Jesse will introduce themselves and also discuss their personal journeys on finding and creating a career that works for their ADHD minds, and how they got to where they are. They'll explore the trials and tribulations that this involved, as well as successes, and share some tips/tricks/hacks which might help if you're an ADHDer trying to navigate your career path right now.

00:00 Welcome to The Distractables
00:37 Marie and Jesse introductions
01:40 Connecting Over ADHD
02:29 Navigating Career Paths with ADHD
04:48 Unusual Job Experiences
05:39 Dreams and Realities
12:51 The Perfect Job Fit
15:34 Navigating Work and Personal Goals Balancing Entrepreneurship and ADHD Finding the Right Work Environment Challenges in Corporate Settings Embracing Unique Work Rhythms Creating a Compatible Work Life Shame-Free Productivity Adapting to Career Changes Conclusion and Where to Find Us

Being late diagnosed with ADHD - with special guest Christal Wang (Ep. 8)

Episode 8

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 • Duration 31:16

Were you diagnosed with ADHD as an adult?

In this episode of The Distractables, co-hosts Marie and Jesse are joined by Christal Wang, co-founder and CEO of Shimmer. The trio discusses their experiences of being diagnosed with ADHD as adults, the challenges they faced growing up undiagnosed, and the emotional journey of acceptance and adaptation.

They explore the triggers that led them to seek a diagnosis, the impact of cultural upbringing, and the balance between structure and freedom. The episode wraps up with a reflection on the positive aspects of ADHD and resources for support.

00:00 Welcome to The Distractables

00:36 Introducing Christal Wang

01:22 Late Diagnosis and Personal Stories

03:39 Struggles and Structure

08:00 The Importance of Clear Communication

11:45 Finding Balance and Temporal Landmarks

17:09 Triggers and Diagnosis

20:12 Acceptance and Moving Forward

27:46 The Backpack Analogy

30:00 Wrapping Up and Where to Find Us

Where you can find us!

Marie and Llama Life

Time management with ADHD - with special guest Izzie Chea (Ep. 7)

Episode 7

Monday, November 4, 2024 • Duration 30:01

How does an ADHDer manage their time?

In this episode, hosts Marie and Jesse are joined by Izzie Chea, a digital content creator and neurodiversity advocate. The trio dives into time management strategies tailored for ADHDers, focusing on creative time-boxing and productivity tools. They discuss the benefits of scheduling dedicated creative sessions, essential apps like the Due reminder app, and the significance of finding community support.

Izzie also shares her personal journey with ADHD and emphasizes the importance of embracing creativity and reducing shame-related feelings for better mental well-being.

00:00 Welcome to Distractibles: Meet the Hosts

00:36 Introducing Izzy Chea: Digital Content Creator and ADHD Advocate

01:26 Izzy's ADHD Journey and the Power of Community

03:42 Time Management Struggles and Strategies

05:58 Favorite Tools and Apps for ADHD Time Management

07:50 Creative Sandbox Time: Embracing Creativity and Exploration

13:08 Overcoming Shame and Embracing Side Projects

18:04 Practical Tips for Managing Time and Staying on Track

27:37 Wrapping Up: Final Thoughts and Where to Find Us

Where you can find us!

Marie and Llama Life

RSD and Relationships with ADHD - with special guest Ari Scott (Ep. 6)

Episode 6

Monday, October 28, 2024 • Duration 34:12

How does Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) affect ADHDers? What does it feel like? And how can it be managed?

In this episode of The Distractables, hosts Marie and Jessie welcome The ADHD Entrepreneur Ari Scott for a deep dive into the multifaceted world of ADHD.

The discussion covers Ari's late diagnosis and entrepreneurial path, emphasizing the emotional challenges such as Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) and broader emotional disregulation. How does RSD affect both personal and professional relationships? How does having a community of ADHDers help? Marie, Jesse and Ari also explore practical advice for managing ADHD in various life aspects, including leveraging positive reinforcement strategies in both personal interactions and intimate settings.

00:00 Welcome to The Distractables

00:38 Meet Ari Scott: The ADHD Entrepreneur

01:35 Understanding Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD)

02:39 Late Diagnosis and Misdiagnosis of ADHD

06:54 Emotional Dysregulation and RSD

16:12 Personal Experiences with RSD

19:25 Understanding Rejection and Emotional Responses

19:57 Professional vs. Personal Rejection

23:51 The Power of Labels and ADHD Awareness

26:08 Building Community and Finding Support

28:43 Positive Reinforcement and ADHD

30:28 ADHD in Relationships and Daily Life

31:35 Connecting with ADHD Content Creators

34:03 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Where you can find us!

Marie and Llama Life

Managing a household with ADHD - with special guest Ryan Mayer (Ep. 5)

Episode 5

Monday, October 21, 2024 • Duration 38:11

How does ADHD make managing a household difficult?

In this episode co-hosts Marie and Jesse with guest Ryan Mayer, discuss effective strategies for managing household tasks and routines with ADHD.

The conversation centers around Ryan's 'Folding with Friends' initiative, which uses body doubling to make mundane chores like folding laundry more engaging. They explore various techniques to tackle daily tasks, like using visual reminders and gamifying routine activities. They emphasize the importance of accepting one's unique methods and creating an environment that suits their ADHD needs. Ryan also shares insights from his coaching experience, advocating for personalized strategies to navigate life with ADHD.

00:00 Welcome to Distractables

00:35 Introducing Ryan Mayer: ADHD Coach

00:48 ADHD at Home: Managing Household Chores

02:03 Body Doubling: The Power of Folding with Friends

03:19 Making Chores Fun: Tips and Tricks

11:30 The Importance of Acceptance and Self-Understanding

12:42 ADHD Coaching: Common Struggles and Solutions

20:01 Embracing Flexibility in Productivity

20:29 The Power of Phone Placement

21:43 The Notebook Solution

22:24 Creative Alarm Strategies

24:29 Exploring Phone Customization

29:09 Visual Reminders for Daily Tasks

35:51 Conclusion and Contact Information

Where you can find us!

Marie and Llama Life

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ADHD in the workplace - with special guest Meredith Carder (Ep. 4)

Episode 4

Monday, October 14, 2024 • Duration 35:10

How will your ADHD diagnosis impact your work and career? Do you have to, or, should you, tell your work about your diagnosis? What should you consider?

In this episode co-hosts Marie Ng and Jesse J. Anderson discuss ADHD in the workplace with special guest Meredith Carter, an ADHD coach and author of the book 'It All Makes Sense Now'.

The conversation covers Meredith's background in psychology and corporate training, as well as personal experiences with ADHD. They delve into the challenges and strategies related to disclosing ADHD in the workplace and finding effective accommodations. Emphasis is placed on the importance of creating personal systems that cater to one's individual needs and being strategic in communicating these within a work environment.

Meredith also shares insights into her new book, her approach to writing, and the support she received from the ADHD community. The discussion touches on the societal and personal hurdles individuals with ADHD face, underlining the need for understanding and compassionate work environments.

00:00 Welcome to The Distractables

00:30 Introducing Meredith Carter

01:01 Meredith's Background and Journey

03:47 ADHD in the Workplace Challenges

10:33 Disclosing ADHD at Work

18:14 Effective Accommodations for ADHD

26:05 Meredith's Book Journey

32:43 Closing Remarks and Where to Find Us

Where you can find us!

Marie and Llama Life

ADHD Burnout - with special guest Trina Haynes (Ep. 3)

Episode 3

Monday, October 7, 2024 • Duration 36:34

What can we do to prevent burnout?

In this episode of 'The Distractables,' Marie and Jesse are joined by guest Trina Haynes, founder of MyLadyADHD, to discuss their experiences with ADHD burnout.

They explore the cyclical nature of overcommitment and exhaustion that people with ADHD often face, as well as Trina's personal journey dealing with burnout. The conversation includes practical tips for managing burnout, such as time management, self-awareness, and self-care strategies. They also discuss how to balance schedules, recognize warning signs of burnout, and how understanding ADHD-related challenges like rejection sensitivity can aid in personal growth and productivity.

Lastly, they highlight the importance of rest and reflection for long-term stress management.

00:00 Welcome to The Distractables

00:27 Introducing Trina Haynes

01:14 Discussing ADHD Burnout

01:29 Personal Experiences with Burnout

02:06 Understanding ADHD Burnout

04:33 Burnout Statistics and Overcompensation

05:58 Time Blindness and Work Rhythms

08:52 Managing Burnout in the Workplace

13:48 Self-Care and Burnout Prevention

18:21 Warning Signs of Burnout

19:17 Recognizing Burnout Symptoms

20:28 Tracking and Managing Burnout

22:34 The Importance of Regular Check-ins

24:22 Mood Tracking Tips

27:49 Dealing with Burnout

29:06 Preventing Burnout

29:42 Self-Awareness and Reflection

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