ADHD - Failing at normal (and dealing with a mind that needs stimulation to focus)
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Chronicles living with ADHD: diagnosis follows losing a job for an impulsive outburst, then six years of therapy, coaching and concrete routines. Uses a daily red Smiley days / yellow / green checklist, short mindfulness breaks, CrossFit for energy, and sticky notes plus alarms placed out of reach. Adopts time chunk planning instead of half-hour slots, writes scripted responses for triggering meetings, limits three sticky notes, and practices a deliberate pause-and-breathe step to curb impulsive spending and comments.
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chapters (10)
- 0:00Introduction to my ADHD journey
- 6:48Early life and career struggles
- 16:22Seeking professional help
- 18:58Managing impulsivity
- 21:58Coping strategies for success
- 31:20Positive sides of impulsivity
- 34:27Time management techniques
- 43:33Harnessing creativity at work
- 45:12Finding the right work environment
- 48:04Self-acceptance and conclusion
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