Proudly ADHD at work and in business
Welcome to Proudly ADHD at Work and in Business with host Certified Executive Coach, Cathy Rashidian! If you’re a professional or entrepreneur and suspect you have Adult ADHD or have been recently diagnosed, this is the podcast for you. I bring you the latest in ADHD science, expert interviews, success stories, practical strategies, and much more. My goal is to help you understand how to work with your ADHD brain instead of struggling against it, so you can tame that inner fire and unlock your potential for a more fulfilling career and personal life.
Episodes
Tuesday Nov 23, 2021
Podcast update and Riff from coach cathy
Tuesday Nov 23, 2021
Tuesday Nov 23, 2021
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.
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Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
#84: Females with ADHD - research paper review
Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
We’re back with another research review! In this episode, we cover the findings in a paper titled “Females with ADHD: An expert consensus statement taking a lifespan approach providing guidance for the identification and treatment of attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder in girls and women"
Questions explored include: ADHD symptoms in girls/women - are they different? How might this affect rates of diagnosis? How might ADHD treatment differ for girls/women? Tune in to find out more.
Detailed show notes:
In today’s episode, we cover the findings in a paper published in 2020 titled “Females with ADHD”. Findings covered in this episode include:
How ADHD symptoms may differ in girls and women compared to boys and men. How behavioural expectations and inattentive ADHD may affect referral rates in girls and women.
The associated vulnerabilities of girls with ADHD - unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections.
Pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments of ADHD in girls and women - should there be a difference?
Educational and occupational considerations and adjustments - what might we do in schools and the workplace to support ADHDers?
Full paper: https://bmcpsychiatry.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12888-020-02707-9
Thursday Sep 30, 2021
#83 ”Taking Charge of Adult ADHD” - 2nd edition | Guest Russell Barkley
Thursday Sep 30, 2021
Thursday Sep 30, 2021
In this episode, I am delighted to be reviewing the book, "Taking Charge of Adult ADHD", - 2nd edition with author Russell Barkley, PhD.
This is a must-have book for all adults with ADHD! and a must-listen conversation
We talked about:
- Latest research in ADHD
- Medication and ADHD - what's on the horizon
- Emotional dysregulation
- How to move past the diagnosis and take charge of your ADHD and sooo much more.
Be sure to order the 2nd edition of Taking Charge of Adult of ADHD
Additional resources - http://www.russellbarkley.org/factsheets.html
The ADHD Report - http://www.russellbarkley.org/newsletter.html
About Dr. Barkley
Russell A. Barkley, Ph.D., is a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine (2016-present). He is also a retired Professor of Psychiatry and Neurology from the University of Massachusetts Medical Center (1985-2002) and subsequently worked as a Professor of Psychiatry and Health Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina (2003-2016). In semi-retirement, he continues to lecture widely and develop continuing education courses for professionals on ADHD and related disorders, as well as consult on research projects, edit The ADHD Report, and write books, reviews, and research articles. He is board-certified in Clinical Psychology (ABPP), Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology, and Clinical Neuropsychology (ABCN, ABPP). Dr. Barkley is a clinical scientist, educator, and practitioner who has published 27 books, rating scales, and clinical manuals numbering more than 43 editions, and creator of 7 award-winning professional videos. He has also published more than 300 scientific articles and book chapters related to the nature, assessment, and treatment of ADHD and related disorders. He is the founder and Editor of the clinical newsletter, The ADHD Report, now in its 29th year of publication. Dr. Barkley has presented more than 800 invited lectures in more than 30 countries and appeared on nationally televised shows such as 60 Minutes, the Today Show, Good Morning America, CBS Sunday Morning, CNN, and many others. He has received numerous awards from professional societies and ADHD organizations for his lifetime achievements, contributions to research and clinical practice, and the dissemination of science. His website is www.russellbarkley.org.
Tuesday Sep 14, 2021
#82 Importance of healing Trauma for those with ADHD | Guest Dr. Ian Macnaughton
Tuesday Sep 14, 2021
Tuesday Sep 14, 2021
In today’s episode, we have Dr. Ian Macnaughton, Ergos Institute of Somatic Education Faculty Member. We explored trauma and ADHD, somatic experiencing, and the importance of small cycles of completion (bonus interactive demo of somatic experiencing at the end 😏).
Detailed show notes:
In today’s episode, we have Dr. Ian Macnaughton, Ergos Institute Faculty Member. We talked about:
Trauma and ADHD - key characteristics, how it affects your neurophysiology, and re-regulation.
The vagus nerve and its importance - expansion, and contraction, shutdowns, and ramifications of negative experiences.
Somatic experiencing - the importance of our senses and how developing them move us towards regulating our entire being.
Completion - why tiny steps matter more than you think, and how it instills hope and agency in people.
(and a bonus interactive demo of somatic experience with Dr. Macnaughton!)
For more information on Somatic Experiencing visit https://traumahealing.org/
Ian Macnaughton MBA, PhD, FEA, SEP, has been a teacher and practitioner of trauma resolution, mind-body and family systems psychotherapy for 50 years and is a Bodynamic Analyst and trainer. He has worked with Somatic Experiencing since the early 70’s and is Levine Legacy faculty with the Ergos Institute of Somatic Education. His practice includes a high percentage of executives, medical practitioners and therapists and others in the helping professions both for psychotherapy and supervision. He maintains an ongoing training group for clinical practitioners, as well as delivering public workshops for helping professionals.
Ian also has owned a number of businesses and maintains an active practice working
with business families, families of wealth, and various organizations. He is on the
teaching faculty for, and a Fellow of the International Family Firm Institute and his
clients have included many government ministries and corporations. He is the holder of
the Richard Beckhard Practice Award for contributions in the field of Family Business
Advising.
Dr. Macnaughton has taught at numerous universities and colleges, both undergraduate
and graduate levels in psychology and in business. His other publications include, Embodying the Mind and Minding the Body, and Body, Breath and Consciousness: A Somatic Anthology, also “Self, Other, and the System” in Catalyzing the Field. His other writings on family business have been published in a number of venues as well as his work in Systems Science published in Comprehensive Systems Design: A New Educational Technology: NATO Workshop on Systemic Educational Design.
Contact information: www.transitionpoint.ca, ian@macnaughton.ca
Monday Sep 06, 2021
#81 Creating your own ADHD Playbook | Guest Trey Vives
Monday Sep 06, 2021
Monday Sep 06, 2021
In today’s episode, we speak with Trey Vives, an entrepreneur in the jewellery and lifestyle industry. Among many topics, we talk about his encounters with suicidal thoughts and how faith saved him, why he views his diagnosis as getting a playbook to his brain, and self-sabotage in pursuit of success.
Detailed show notes:
In today’s episode, we speak with Trey Vives https://www.instagram.com/trey_dhd/ , an entrepreneur in the jewellery and lifestyle space https://www.instagram.com/1881g_/. We talked about:
Trey’s journey: how he went from multiple encounters with suicide to owning his jewellery and lifestyle brand.
How his Afro-Cuban household played a role in his development and acceptance of himself.
The ultimate playbook: why he views diagnoses in general as an advantage to the individual.
Self-sabotage and masking - waning interests, task paralysis, and the art of unmasking.
Thursday Aug 26, 2021
#80 Navigating the emotions of ADHD diagnosis and more | Guest Inger Shaye Colzie
Thursday Aug 26, 2021
Thursday Aug 26, 2021
In today’s episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with a therapist and fellow ADHD coach Inger Shaye Colzie. Among other things, we talked about IngerShaye’s late-in-life diagnosis, how she went from pursuing law to cosmetology to therapy, and her advice for other black women with ADHD.
Detailed show notes:
In today’s episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with a therapist and fellow ADHD coach Inger Shaye Colzie. Among other things, we talked about:
IngerShaye’s late-in-life diagnosis - how it was a relief, and why she thinks that it was advantageous to be diagnosed later in life.
The type of environment that she grew up in, and how it was a catalyst for her success despite her undiagnosed ADHD.
How she went from pursuing law to cosmetology to massage therapist to therapist (amazing, I know!).
Her advice for other black women with ADHD - managing priorities, expectations, and mental bandwidth.
Inger Shay's Facebook Group:
Black Women with ADHD Executives and entrepreneurs: https://www.facebook.com/groups/blackwomenwithadhd
About our guest:
Inger Shaye Colzie is a Black woman, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and ADHD Coach. She offers the benefits of professional expertise with a lifetime of experience. Inger successfully ran her practice as a therapist and LCSW for 15 years even though undiagnosed until in her 50s. Her specialty is coaching Black female executives/entrepreneurs through clarity, empowerment, resilience, and self-care.
Links:
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ingershaye
Facebook Group:
Black Women with ADHD Executives and entrepreneurs: https://www.facebook.com/groups/blackwomenwithadhd
IngerShaye website: www.ingershaye.com
Instagram: @ingershaye
Tuesday Aug 24, 2021
#79 ADHD and Social Sensitivity - research review
Tuesday Aug 24, 2021
Tuesday Aug 24, 2021
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?
Wednesday Aug 11, 2021
#78 Connection - the secret sauce in navigating your ADHD
Wednesday Aug 11, 2021
Wednesday Aug 11, 2021
In today’s episode, we talk about connection! How do you connect with yourself, the people around you, and your life? What are the impediments to achieving these connections? Why bother? We answer these questions and more.
Detailed show notes:
How to connect with yourself, and how you will feel and operate as a consequence. [2:31]
Link to #71 Authenticity - Normalizing ADHD
Questions for reflection - connecting with self (it’s worth pausing!) [4:14]
Impediments to connecting with the people around us, and what happens when we can overcome them. [4:49]
The single question that will shape how you connect with other people - W.I.I.F.M.T.? [7:49]
Questions for reflection - connecting with people [8:56]
Purpose, happiness, and meaning - how connected are you with your life as a whole? [9:23]
Questions for reflection - connecting with life [11:01]
Practices to develop your sense of connection with your everyday interactions [11:34]
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Thursday Jul 29, 2021
#77 Navigating barriers to ADHD diagnosis, personal story of Dr. Zara Shahangian
Thursday Jul 29, 2021
Thursday Jul 29, 2021
In today’s episode we have a heartfelt conversation with Zara, Dr. of Pharmacy. We talked about:
Her late-in-life diagnosis of ADHD, barriers to diagnosis, and the effects of medication on her day-to-day [0:52]
Life after diagnosis and medication [6:55]
Zara’s go-to tools for focus, productivity, and calm. Understanding the dopaminergic effects of task completion and procrastination. [8:49]
Zara’s thoughts on medication and ADHD - addiction, psychiatrist guidance, and medication tolerance [13:03]
Zara’s heartwarming message to other late-in-life diagnosed ADHDers, and the top 3 things she thinks you should do after a diagnosis [16:55]
Invitation to upcoming MasterClass - bit.ly/ADHDMasterclass
About: Zahra Darya Shahangian, Doctor of pharmacy
She served as a pharmacy executive for several healthcare systems developing clinical programs, improving medication safety & quality assurance & implementation of digital health technology to drive healthcare innovation. Her personal struggles with the pressures of climbing the executive co-operate ladder lead her to pursue Holistic Neuropathic Treatment options to Mental Health Disorders. Her mission is to help eliminate the stigma around Mental Health and push beyond the pill to incorporate natural remedies to support nutritional deficiencies and optimize patients treatment regimen. Connect with Dr. Zara contactdoctorzara@gmail.com
Friday Jul 23, 2021
#76 Confidence - let your light shine bright
Friday Jul 23, 2021
Friday Jul 23, 2021
In this episode, we explore the topic of confidence:
What is confidence? Where does it actually come from? How growing up with ADHD might affect us subconsciously in our adulthood [1:31]
The different levels of confidence and how it manifests in our behavior. Fear, competition, challenge avoidance, and our ability to see opportunities [5:59]
One simple practice to build confidence - combating our tendency to not celebrate our successes [11:29]
How is stress and confidence related to one another? [14:15]
ADHD neurology, catastrophizing, and its effects on confidence [16:15] (Link to the full interview with Dr. Hallowell)
The 3 perspectives when approaching your goals, and how certain perspectives inspire more confidence than others [18:25]
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