In this Smart ADHD Bite-Size episode, I highlight key insights from episode 21 with Dr. Tamara Rosier, author of You, Me, and Our ADHD Family. Together, we discuss the impact of ADHD on family dynamics and how ADHD traits can interact within families. Dr. Rosier shares her concepts of “Monkey Malarkey” to personify ADHD behaviours, the importance of expanding our “window of tolerance” to manage emotions, and why focusing on self-control instead of controlling others can create a stable family environment.

🎬 In this episode:

00:00 Introduction to Smart ADHD Bitesize

00:16 ADHD in Families

01:27 Monkey Malarkey

02:21 The Window of Tolerance

03:10 Practicing Self-Control over Family Dynamics

03:59 Conclusion

🕺More about Dr. Tamara Rosier:

Dr. Rosier has held roles as a college administrator, professor, leadership consultant, high school teacher, business owner, and ADHD coach. As the founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, Dr. Rosier leads a team of coaches, therapists, and speech pathologists, supporting individuals, parents, and families to better understand ADHD. Her books, Your Brain's Not Broken and You, Me, and Our ADHD Family, offer strategies for managing the emotional aspects of ADHD in everyday life.

🤗 Connect with Dr. Tamara Rosier:

Website: https://www.miadhd.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.tamararosier/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamara-rosier-phd/

What’s your biggest challenge with managing ADHD within the family? Share your thoughts below! And don’t forget to like and subscribe for more insightful episodes.

🎤 About the Smart ADHD Podcast

The Smart ADHD Podcast is a podcast for smart creatives, entrepreneurs, and business owners navigating life with ADHD. It’s all about celebrating our unique brilliance while uncovering strategies to improve focus, unleash creativity, and grow. We take a holistic approach to ADHD, exploring the positives and tackling the challenges.

🔗 Find out more at https://smartadhd.me/podcast

🕺More about Ian Anderson Gray

Ian is the founder of the Confident Live Marketing Academy and host of the Confident Live Marketing Podcast. As a speaker, trainer, and consultant, he helps entrepreneurs use live video confidently. Ian is also a professional singer and tech enthusiast, living near Manchester in the UK.

🤗 Connect with Ian

Website: https://iag.me/

X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iagdotme

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ianandersongray

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianandersongray/

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Have you ever wondered how ADHD influences family dynamics and relationships?

What strategies can you use to better understand and support your loved ones with ADHD?

How can self-compassion play a role in navigating the challenges of ADHD within families?

🔗 Read / Listen more: https://smartadhd.me/21

In this episode of The Smart ADHD Podcast, I’m thrilled to chat with Dr. Tamara Rosier, who brings a wealth of knowledge about ADHD in families. We’ll explore the nuances of ADHD behaviours, the hereditary nature of this condition, and invaluable strategies for fostering understanding and compassion in your family.

Join us as we dive deep into topics like emotional dysregulation, the concept of 'monkeys' representing different ADHD traits, and ways to create a supportive environment for everyone involved. Dr. Rosier’s expertise, stemming from her role as a coach and her experience with families, offers unique insights that you won’t want to miss.

🎙️ In this episode:

00:00 Understanding ADHD: It's Just Different

00:38 Introduction to the Podcast and Today's Topic

00:45 Families and ADHD: A Heritable Trait

00:58 Meet Dr. Tamara Rosier and Her New Book

02:51 The Chaos of ADHD in Families

05:48 The Impact of ADHD on Family Dynamics

06:40 Communication Quirks and Memory Glitches

07:34 Navigating Emotional Dysregulation

07:54 Rejection Sensitivity and Relationship Challenges

16:53 Strategies for Managing ADHD in Families

23:54 The Window of Tolerance: Managing Hyper and Hypo Arousal

30:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

🕺More about Dr. Tamara Rosier.

Dr. Rosier has been a college administrator, a professor, a leadership consultant, a high school teacher, a business owner, and an ADHD coach. Through these varied experiences, she has gained invaluable insights into ADHD and its impact on individuals' lives. As the founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, Dr. Rosier guides a dedicated team of coaches, therapists, and speech pathologists in assisting individuals, parents, and families as they develop a deep understanding of themselves and acquire practical skills to navigate life with ADHD. Her books, "Your Brain's Not Broken" and "You, Me, and Our ADHD Family," offer practical strategies for addressing the potent emotional dimensions of living with ADHD.

Connect with Dr. Tamara Rosier:

Website: https://www.miadhd.com

Instagram: https://instagram.com/dr.tamararosier/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamara-rosier-phd/

What's your biggest challenge in navigating ADHD as a smart creative? Share your thoughts in the comments section below, and don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!

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🎤 About the Smart ADHD Podcast

The Smart ADHD Podcast is for smart creatives, entrepreneurs, and business owners who are navigating life with ADHD. We celebrate unique brilliance, whether we're intelligent, exceptionally talented, or both. Ian Anderson Gray interviews experts to uncover the real story of ADHD for smart creatives, busting myths and discovering effective strategies to improve our lives, unleash our creativity, and grow.

🔗 Find out more at https://smartadhd.me/

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🕺More about Ian Anderson Gray

Ian is the host of the Smart ADHD Podcast and a live-streaming video coach and consultant. He helps business owners and entrepreneurs broadcast live confidently, communicate better, and set up the right gear and tools. Ian runs Seriously Social, a business aimed at helping others be...

Have you ever wondered how a late ADHD diagnosis can reshape your life and career?

What if there was a method to enhance your communication skills while embracing your ADHD?

How can you transform the challenges of ADHD into strengths in both your personal and professional life?

🔗 Read / Listen more: https://smartadhd.me/20

In this episode of The Smart ADHD Podcast, we dive deep into these pressing questions. I chat with communication expert Dave Delaney, who shares his compelling journey of being diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 50. We uncover invaluable insights on the impact of ADHD, the role of compassion in communication, and practical strategies to thrive as a smart creative.

Dave brings a wealth of experience to the table. As the CEO of Futureforth, he teaches the Nice Method, which emphasises empathy and inclusivity in communication. From his work with giants like Google and LinkedIn to hosting the ADHD Wise Squirrels Podcast, Dave has dedicated his career to helping others improve their communication skills and build strong relationships. His personal anecdotes and professional expertise create a rich tapestry of insights that anyone with ADHD can relate to and learn from.

🎙️ In this episode:

00:00 Introduction to ADHD and Personal Journey

00:49 Welcome to Smart ADHD Stories

00:52 Meet Dave Delaney: Communication Expert

03:07 Dave's Background and Family Life

05:47 Dave's Entrepreneurial Journey

10:39 The Impact of ADHD on Dave's Life

12:17 Dave's ADHD Diagnosis and Realizations

20:36 The Importance of Diagnosis and Treatment

31:15 Reflecting on the Past and Moving Forward

40:38 High School Struggles and Reflections

42:52 ADHD and Its Hereditary Nature

46:00 Interplay Between ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression

47:58 Therapy and Medication Journey

54:32 Impulsivity, Anxiety, and Professional Challenges

58:36 The Importance of Accountability and Body Doubling

01:01:41 Balancing Passion and Business

01:17:04 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

🕺More about Dave Delaney.

Dave Delaney is a communication expert, the CEO of Futureforth, and host of the ADHD Wise Squirrels Podcast. He teaches leaders the Nice Method, emphasising compassion, empathy, and inclusivity in communication. He's worked with brands like Google and LinkedIn and is a keynote speaker and author of several books, including "New Business Networking" and "The Nice Method." Dave is passionate about helping others improve their communication skills, building stronger relationships, and delivering impactful presentations - the nice way!

Connect with Dave Delaney:

Website: https://futureforth.com/

X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/davedelaney

Instagram: https://instagram.com/davedelaney

YouTube: https://@davedelaneyspeaks

LinkedIn: https:///in/davedelaney

What's your biggest challenge in navigating ADHD as a smart creative? Share your thoughts in the comments section below, and don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!

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🎤 About the Smart ADHD Podcast

The Smart ADHD Podcast is for smart creatives, entrepreneurs, and business owners who are navigating life with ADHD. We celebrate unique brilliance, whether we're intelligent, exceptionally talented, or both. Ian Anderson Gray interviews experts to uncover the real story of ADHD for smart creatives, busting myths and discovering effective strategies to improve our lives, unleash our creativity, and grow.

🔗 Find out more at...

In this Smart ADHD Bite-Size episode, I highlight the best bits from episode 19 with ADHD and executive coach Cathy Rashidian. Discover practical tips on managing ADHD and common co-occurring conditions like anxiety, building a “board of brains” for support (with a bit of help from AI tools), and techniques to alter negative stories from the brain’s default mode network. Plus, learn how seven minutes of daily joy can help reduce stress and anxiety.

🎬 In this episode:

00:00 Introduction to Smart ADHD Bitesize

00:15 Unmanaged ADHD and Comorbidities

01:22 Building a Board of Brains and Using AI for Support

02:43 The Default Mode Network and Changing the Story

03:57 Bringing Seven Minutes of Joy Every Day

04:35 Conclusion

🕺More about Cathy Rashidian.

Cathy, a certified Executive Coach with 20+ years of leadership experience and a personal ADHD journey, specialises in ADHD in the workplace. She combines traditional and ADHD-specific strategies to help clients and organisations unlock potential and foster growth.

🤗 Connect with Cathy Rashidian:

Website: https://www.readysetchoose.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathyrashidian/

What’s your biggest challenge with being smart and ADHD? Share your thoughts below! And don’t forget to like and subscribe for more insightful episodes.

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🎤 About the Smart ADHD Podcast

The Smart ADHD Podcast is a podcast for smart creatives, entrepreneurs, and business owners navigating life with ADHD. It’s all about celebrating our unique brilliance while uncovering strategies to improve focus, unleash creativity, and grow. We take a holistic approach to ADHD, exploring the positives and tackling the challenges.

🔗 Find out more at https://smartadhd.me/podcast

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🕺More about Ian Anderson Gray

Ian is the founder of the Confident Live Marketing Academy and host of the Confident Live Marketing Podcast. As a speaker, trainer, and consultant, he helps entrepreneurs use live video confidently. Ian is also a professional singer and tech enthusiast, living near Manchester in the UK.

🤗 Connect with Ian

Website: https://iag.me/

X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iagdotme

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ianandersongray

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianandersongray/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iagdotme

Threads: https://threads.net/@ianandersongray

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Have you ever wondered how creativity and ADHD can coexist harmoniously in your life?

What if the key to managing anxiety lies in embracing play and joy?

🔗 Read / Listen more: https://smartadhd.me/19

In this episode of The Smart ADHD Podcast, we dive into these questions with the wonderful Cathy Rashidian, a certified executive coach who specialises in ADHD in the workplace. Together, we explore how to manage ADHD and anxiety while unlocking your creative potential, all while having a bit of fun along the way!

Cathy brings over 20 years of leadership experience and a personal understanding of ADHD to the table. She's here to share her journey and offer practical strategies that not only address the challenges we face but also celebrate the unique strengths that come with ADHD. From setting boundaries to incorporating joy and play in our lives, we’re uncovering valuable insights you won't want to miss.

🎙️ In this episode:

00:00 Finding Joy and Embracing Play

00:38 Introduction to the Smart ADHD Podcast

00:46 Meet Cathy Rashidian: Executive Coach and ADHD Specialist

02:57 Exploring ADHD, Anxiety, and Creativity

04:33 Understanding Comorbidities and ADHD

06:58 The Neuroscience Behind ADHD and Anxiety

10:18 Practical Strategies to Manage Anxiety and Boost Creativity

12:29 Breaking Free from Perfectionism and Overthinking

14:13 Rewriting Your Personal Narrative

14:55 Managing Negative Thoughts

15:48 Understanding Dopamine and Conflict

16:52 The Importance of Play and Joy

17:46 Building Your Support Network

21:04 Leveraging AI for Mental Health

22:59 Harnessing Creativity While Managing Anxiety

24:35 Conclusion and Resources

🕺More about Cathy Rashidian.

Cathy, a certified Executive Coach with 20+ years of leadership experience and a personal ADHD journey, specialises in ADHD in the workplace. She combines traditional and ADHD-specific strategies to help clients and organisations unlock potential and foster growth.

Connect with Cathy:

Website: https://www.readysetchoose.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathyrashidian/

What's your biggest challenge in navigating ADHD as a smart creative? Share your thoughts in the comments section below, and don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!

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🎤 About the Smart ADHD Podcast

The Smart ADHD Podcast is for smart creatives, entrepreneurs, and business owners who are navigating life with ADHD. We celebrate unique brilliance, whether we're intelligent, exceptionally talented, or both. Ian Anderson Gray interviews experts to uncover the real story of ADHD for smart creatives, busting myths and discovering effective strategies to improve our lives, unleash our creativity, and grow.

🔗 Find out more at https://smartadhd.me/

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🕺More about Ian Anderson Gray

Ian is the host of the Smart ADHD Podcast and a live-streaming video coach and consultant. He helps business owners and entrepreneurs broadcast live confidently, communicate better, and set up the right gear and tools. Ian runs Seriously Social, a business aimed at helping others be more productive and level up their impact online. He's also a professional singer, web developer, and an international speaker. Ian lives near Manchester in the UK with his family.

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🤗 Connect with Ian

Website: https://iag.me/

X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iagdotme

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ianandersongray ...

In this Smart ADHD Bite-Size episode, we explore the fascinating neurological mechanisms behind ADHD with Jonathan Hassall. Learn how dopamine impacts attention and focus, how the brain’s networks like the default mode and task-positive networks interact, and how these contribute to daily challenges. Discover strategies to help self-regulate, reduce anxiety, and manage ADHD more effectively.

🎬 In this episode,

00:00 Introduction to Smart ADHD Bite Size

00:12 Understanding ADHD and the Brain

01:05 The Role of Dopamine in Attention

02:30 Default Mode vs. Task Positive Networks

03:55 ADHD, Anxiety, and the Fight or Flight Response

04:45 Self-Regulation Strategies for ADHD

05:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

🕺More about Jonathan Hassall.

Jonathan is an ADHD & Executive Function Coach and director of Connect ADHD Coaching, offering coaching services internationally. With a background in psychiatric services and as a Scientific Advisor in the pharmaceutical industry, Jonathan provides valuable insights into ADHD and executive function theory. He works with adults and couples to help them embrace their “neuro-native” state and realise their potential.

🤗 Connect with Jonathan Hassall:

Website: https://www.connectadhd.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@connectadhdcoaching3658

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jonathanhassallcac

What’s your biggest challenge with being smart and ADHD? What’s been your experience? Share your thoughts below! And don’t forget to like and subscribe for more insightful episodes.

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🎤 About the Smart ADHD Podcast

The Smart ADHD Podcast is a podcast for smart creatives, entrepreneurs, and business owners who are navigating life with ADHD. It’s all about celebrating our unique brilliance, whether we’re intelligent, exceptionally talented, or both. I interview experts to uncover the real story of ADHD for smart creatives. We bust myths and discover effective strategies to improve our lives, unleash our creativity, and grow.

I’m not an ADHD expert, but as your host, I’m eager to share my journey and what I've learned by talking with experts. This podcast is a safe space for growth and learning, focusing on the positives while being honest about the challenges. We're all about a holistic approach to ADHD, aiming to make this journey as real and positive as possible. Let's tackle this together, seeing our challenges as chances to grow.

🔗 Find out more at https://smartadhd.me/podcast

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🕺More about Ian Anderson Gray

Ian is the founder of the Confident Live Marketing Academy and is the host of the Confident Live Marketing Podcast. He helps entrepreneurs to level up their impact, authority, and profits by using live video confidently. He's the founder of Seriously Social - a blog focused on live video and social media tools. He's an international speaker, trainer, teacher, and consultant. He has a passion for making the techno-babble of live video and social media marketing easy to understand. As well as being a geek, husband, and dad to two kids, Ian is also a professional singer and lives near Manchester in the UK.

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🤗 Connect with Ian

Website: https://iag.me/

X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iagdotme

YouTube:

Have you ever wondered how understanding the neuroscience of ADHD can transform your approach to productivity?

What if you could leverage your unique brain wiring to unlock your full potential?

How can insights into dopamine and emotional regulation lead to better self-management strategies?

🔗 Read / Listen more: https://smartadhd.me/18

In this episode of The Smart ADHD Podcast, I’m thrilled to chat with Jonathan Hassall, an ADHD and executive function coach, who takes us on a fascinating journey into the brain's inner workings. Together, we explore how understanding ADHD at the neurological level can empower you with the tools needed for personal growth and success.

Jonathan's expertise in ADHD coaching, combined with his background in psychiatric services, brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. He sheds light on the intricate relationship between dopamine levels and attention challenges, revealing how this understanding can lead to effective strategies for managing ADHD. If you’ve ever felt like your brain is working against you, Jonathan’s insights might just change your perspective.

🎙️ In this episode:

00:00 Understanding ADHD: We're Not Broken, Just Inconsistent

00:38 Introduction to the Smart ADHD Podcast

01:46 Meet Jonathan Hassall: ADHD Expert and Coach

02:17 The Neuroscience of ADHD: Exploring Brain Functions

04:06 Dopamine and ADHD: The Role of Neurochemistry

05:22 The Prefrontal Cortex and Executive Function

16:46 Default Mode Network vs. Task Positive Network

24:26 Fight or Flight: ADHD and the Nervous System

28:35 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

🕺More about Jonathan Hassall.

Jonathan is an ADHD & Executive Function Coach and director of Connect ADHD Coaching, providing services internationally from Brisbane, Australia. His background includes psychiatric services and as Scientific Advisor for ADHD in the pharmaceutical industry. Jonathan trained as an ADHD coach through the US and offers individual and group programs for people with ADHD. He is a regular speaker at national ADHD meetings in Australia and the US. He has previously held roles as a board member of ADHD Australia and ADDA. He also co-authored “Decoding Doing - Solving ADHD & Procrastination” in 2023. His current practice focuses on working with Adults and Couples with ADHD. His approach includes the translation of relevant executive function theory to facilitate individuals with ADHD finding and embracing their “neuro-native” state supporting adaptation and realisation of potential.

Connect with Jonathan:

Website: https://www.connectadhd.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@connectadhdcoaching3658

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jonathanhassallcac

What's your biggest challenge in navigating ADHD as a smart creative? Share your thoughts in the comments section below, and don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!

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🎤 About the Smart ADHD Podcast

The Smart ADHD Podcast is for smart creatives, entrepreneurs, and business owners who are navigating life with ADHD. We celebrate unique brilliance, whether we're intelligent, exceptionally talented, or both. Ian Anderson Gray interviews experts to uncover the real story of ADHD for smart creatives, busting myths and discovering effective strategies to improve our lives, unleash our creativity, and grow.

🔗 Find out more at https://smartadhd.me/

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🕺More about Ian Anderson Gray ...

In this Smart ADHD Bite-Size episode, we distil essential time management tips from Dr. Ari Tuckman. Learn how ADHD affects time perception, leading to challenges like procrastination and time blindness. Discover strategies such as setting hard deadlines, time blocking, and using vivid visualization for motivation. These insights will help those with ADHD enhance their focus and manage tasks effectively.

🎬 In this episode,

00:00 Introduction to Smart ADHD Bite Size

00:15 Understanding ADHD and Time Perception

01:34 Time Blindness and Task Duration

02:39 The Problem with Soft Deadlines

03:34 Practical Time Management Strategies

04:09 Visualising the Future for Motivation

05:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

🕺More about Dr. Ari Tuckman.

Dr. Ari Tuckman is a psychologist, author, and speaker who specialises in ADHD and its impact on daily life. He brings a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies to help those with ADHD thrive in their personal and professional lives. His down-to-earth approach makes complex ideas accessible, and he’s passionate about empowering individuals to harness their unique strengths.

🤗 Connect with Dr. Ari Tuckman:

Website: [insert guest website link]

Twitter: [insert guest Twitter link]

LinkedIn: [insert guest LinkedIn link]

Instagram: [insert guest Instagram link]

What’s your biggest challenge with being smart and ADHD? What’s been your experience? Share your thoughts below! And don’t forget to like and subscribe for more insightful episodes.

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🎤 About the Smart ADHD Podcast

The Smart ADHD Podcast is a podcast for smart creatives, entrepreneurs, and business owners who are navigating life with ADHD. It’s all about celebrating our unique brilliance, whether we’re intelligent, exceptionally talented, or both. I interview experts to uncover the real story of ADHD for smart creatives. We bust myths and discover effective strategies to improve our lives, unleash our creativity, and grow.

I’m not an ADHD expert, but as your host, I’m eager to share my journey and what I've learned by talking with experts. This podcast is a safe space for growth and learning, focusing on the positives while being honest about the challenges. We're all about a holistic approach to ADHD, aiming to make this journey as real and positive as possible. Let's tackle this together, seeing our challenges as chances to grow.

🔗 Find out more at https://smartadhd.me/podcast

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🕺More about Ian Anderson Gray

Ian is the founder of the Confident Live Marketing Academy and is the host of the Confident Live Marketing Podcast. He helps entrepreneurs to level up their impact, authority, and profits by using live video confidently. He's the founder of Seriously Social - a blog focused on live video and social media tools. He's an international speaker, trainer, teacher, and consultant. He has a passion for making the techno-babble of live video and social media marketing easy to understand. As well as being a geek, husband, and dad to two kids, Ian is also a professional singer and lives near Manchester in the UK.

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🤗 Connect with Ian

Website: https://iag.me/

X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iagdotme

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ianandersongray

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianandersongray/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iagdotme

Threads: https://threads.net/@ianandersongray