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In today’s episode, we’re deep-diving into a study exploring the links between ADHD and Social Sensitivity! Why might people with ADHD have a higher sense of justice? What does the evidence tell us? Tune in to find out.

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In today’s episode we’re deep-diving into a study by

The Kind Nature Behind the Unsocial Semblance: ADHD and Justice Sensitivity—A Pilot Study

Thomas Schäfer, Thomas Kraneburg : exploring the links between ADHD and Social Sensitivity: 

• The hypothesis: people with ADHD experience more social rejection, and as a result develop a higher sense of justice as a strategy to be more accepted by the people around them. Did the authors successfully prove this? 
• What is a justice game, and what are the 4 facets of justice sensitivity? How did the authors approach to measure this? 
• Doubts, takeaways, and questions for reflection. Where do we go from here?

In this episode, I talk about why following your passion or that idea that is so inspiring may not always lead to long term happiness or fulfillment.  If You are at a crossroads to start a new career or business venture, you may be inspired by some ideas and things you have always wanted to do.  I would say take your next few steps carefully.  I often hear “but I thought this new career was the one”  or “the new business I started was going to be a success but, I am struggling” .   One simple step that most of us don’t pay attention to is giving enough time and attention to understanding our strengths and what we are really good at.  I go deeper into this concept in this episode. 

In this special episode my guest @ADHDCoach_ Talks about his journey with ADHD, he was an Elite Athlete for many years and now coaches elite athletes of the future. He taps into his creative side with modeling and acting.  
In this episode, he talks about his challenges, how he has overcome them by trusting his intuition, towards the end of the talk he shares his message to all of us on how to lean into our ADHD brain, speak up for yourself and don’t let anyone limit you. 
You can follow him on Instagram @adhdcoach_

Coach Cathy on Instagram @proudlyadhd_coachcathy
readysetchoose.com 

In this episode, Eric is joined by Camille Roney, who is a certified academic life coach, whose work has appeared in the New York Journal, , , and more!  Camille empowers students to start earning high grades while studying less and enjoying the process.  You’ll hear Camille and Eric talk about the importance of curiosity and experimentation, why having different ways of absorbing information can depend on the content we are trying to absorb, the art of being bored, and using our calendars to reflect our values.  Next, Eric and Camille discuss the benefits of allowing our minds to wander, strategies to be attentive to what we are reading, questions to prompt our curiosity, giving ourselves space, the next steps someone can take when they’re ready to self-advocate, and addressing our internal dialogue when we’re questioning our paths.   Finally, you’ll hear what not to do when writing a paper, trauma, burnout, self-appreciation, getting to the “why” behind the paths we choose, how the cost of education has changed, and why it’s ok to pause and enjoy the experience. Connect with Camille:  Website:   Instagram: Other Questions & Topics in this Episode: What prompted Camille to go down the path as an academic life coach?  How does Camille help people to discover how they learn?  What is value-based time-blocking?  What is the value of learning how to be bored?  How can you stay attentive while reading?  How does Camille help someone determine if they’re down the “wrong” educational path or if they need to develop study skills?  What does Camille do to help students with writing? When someone is pursuing a highly competitive field, how does Camille work with them?  Resources & Honorable Mentions: Quote: “There is nothing wrong with changing your mind.” – Camille Roney Quote: “Wait, our self-worth isn’t determined by how much we get done?” – Eric Book: Check out the Other Podcasts on the ADHD reWired Podcast Network: with Brendan Mahan with Will Curb with MJ Siemens

In this episode, I share my thoughts and emotions around my late in life diagnosis.  I have come to be friends with my ADHD brain since my diagnosis and I fully believe each of us has a new beginning, accepting and moving forward is key to thriving with your ADHD Brain. 
In times of transition, it is critical to get realigned with our values, when you live by your values you live with purpose and can ease into life transitions.  Grab the values assessment worksheet from my website www.readysetchoose.com 
Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram at @proudlyadhd_coachCathy
Keep on shining!
Coach Cathy 

This week, Eric is joined by Melissa Seldon! Melissa is an artist, librarian-for-hire, and nature lover.  Creating is a predominant part of her mental health and healing process that she is currently working through.  Her art pieces can represent emotions and ideas that the deep and dusty corners of her brain offer up, as well as traits and behaviors that she is attempting to embody. The majority of Melissa’s art has an illustration bent to it and is inspired by nature.  The execution can range from the representational to the fantastical, as well as more stylized designs.  Watercolor is Melissa’s medium of choice, but lately, she has been revisiting metal jewelry, handbuilding with clay, and collage.   Find Melissa on Instagram @apoideastudio Check out Melissa’s website at apoideastudio.wordpress.com Questions/Topics:  [00:01:06] Introducing Melissa [00:02:50] Melissa recaps a tough year at work, advocating, and dealing with anxiety [00:05:29] Asking for accommodations and flexible deadlines  [00:08:07] “Middle school is hard for everyone.”  [00:08:37] ADHD in the workplace and coming out of the pandemic  [00:12:39] Opening up about crippling generalized anxiety [00:18:43] Recovering from burnout and aching for creativity  [00:21:03] “I bought an anvil”  [00:22:50] Art and connecting with a creative longing  [00:24:36] Creativity to cope with and manage anxiety  [00:25:56] Executive functions and barriers to get started on creative work [00:28:25] Connecting creating with feelings  [00:29:55] The role of subject matter in personal creativity [00:32:17] A discussion on music and albums  [00:39:34] Selling a painting, a gathering gallery space, and The Veiled Crow [00:42:06] The importance of community and choosing ‘now’ to speak up about burnout  [00:45:12] Life in the middle of burnout and recovery [00:47:53] “I’ll do that later”  [00:49:14] Melissa shares her thoughts on success [00:51:57] “If you could change one thing…” [00:55:25] “We have to listen to our bodies.”  [00:58:58] Closing thoughts & getting in touch with Melissa Resources & Honorable Mentions: Shop: The Veiled Crow Music: Nightfall in Middle Earth 🌟 Have you heard about our Adult Study Hall Community? Go to adultstudyhall.com to join our ADHD-friendly body-doubling community! 🌟 Interested in group coaching and want to take your ADHD management to the next level? Go to coachingrewired.com to get all the up-to-date information on the upcoming season of ADHD reWired’s award-winning Coaching & Accountability groups!