The Neurodivergent Nurse

Your past doesn't not equal your future nor does it mean it is who you are today. We have have moments and periods in our lives that we are not proud of. We may have evolved and grown from those moments but you ARE NOT your mistakes, your bad choices. You are human. What is important is the fact that you're trying to be a better person today than you were yesterday and that's wortg being proud of.

Those of us with ADHD struggle when it comes to motivation. This week's episode we are going to talk about why our brains have such a difficult time as well as 9 (actually 10) tips to help you get motivated to do that task. Support the show by joining The Neurodivergent Nurse Patreon here Bring some happiness to the show by leaving a 5 star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts or if you don't h...

You are Strong and Resilient and you can handle every situation. So many of us have been playing the same self-defeating records over and over again in our heads for so long that we don’t know how to think any differently about ourselves. Listen to today's episode and you much just change your tune.

New miniseries within The Neurodivergent Nurse recorded on the way to work- unedited and just truth. This miniseries will bring you the reminder you need to appreciate who YOU are because your ADHD brain doesn't always allow you to do it, so let me help. Todays episode focuses on the phrase, "I'm doing well when juggling so many roles."

Part 2 of the two-part episode. I had the privilege to interview Fear Less Podcast host, Sam Led. We talked about his future book, his podcast, and his life as an individual with ADHD. Sam gives such great advice and hope on this podcast as he does with his clients as an ADHD coach.  Listen to his podcast now at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fear-less-now/id1533705726  ...

Part one of this two-part episode I had the privilege to interview Fear Less Podcast host, Sam Led. We talked about his future book, his podcast, and his life as an individual with ADHD. Sam gives such great advice and hope on this podcast as he does with his clients as an ADHD coach. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fear-less-now/id1533705726 https://www.instagram.com/samledconsulting/ h...

Traveling can be incredibly difficult for those of us with ADHD. While we love it at times there always seems to be minor disasters that make planning and the follow through more difficult. This week's episode is recorded on the road as I share with you trips to  make your experience a little less stressful and maximize your enjoyment!

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that's related to changes in seasons — SAD begins and ends at about the same times every year. If you're like most people with SAD, your symptoms start in the fall and continue into the winter months, sapping your energy and making you feel moody. Today's episode we discuss how those of us with ADHD often suffer from SAD. The colder weather...

We know ADHD brains are creative by nature. Life seems to get in the way for us to sit and focus on creative things that bring joy into our lives, but did you know it actually has a positive impact on our brains? Check out this episode to find out! If you're interested in buying a ticket/tickets to NursesPodCon in person or online visit Goodnursebadnurse.com  and use promo code ADHDNURSING fo...

On this week’s episode I talk to you about the difficulties of Small Talk with a Neurodivergent Brain. It’s just so painful for many of us. This episode gives you tips to conquer small talk when at a party or around people you have to converse with that you don’t know! If you are interested in buying tickets to the Podcon, get your ticket at goodnursebadnurse.com Nurses Podcon Sponsors https://www...

On The Neurodivergent Nurse Instagram account I've noticed a trend of individuals confused about the possibility of ADHD and their comorbidities. So, on this week's episode we break it down. Is this a symptom of something all it's own, or is this linked to your ADHD? Let's see if this episode can help you figure it out.  Medical article about the topic:  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/...

So this week's episode is about something that I been dealing with a lot lately, and it is ruminating. You may think. What the heck is that? Well, let me ask you. Has your head ever been filled with one single thought or maybe even a string of thoughts, but it just keeps repeating and repeating and repeating. It's almost like a broken record that keeps going on in your head.  If this sounds l...

Chris Sweich, the host of From The Depths of Darkness to The Light of Success joins The Neurodivergent Nurse to chat about his journey through darkness into the light of success. He is a success story of ADHD and the struggle with substance abuse who has now been clean and sober for several years. He graces the this episode with raw and real accounts of his life and his celebration of today. Be su...

Something major has happened in the last few weeks that has caused my world to feel flipped upside down. I also started noticing my ADHD symptoms eerily similar to pre diagnosis. This led me to figure out what could cause my symptoms to be increasing (besides stress).  This week's episode talks about the things that could be contributing to worsening of your ADHD symptoms. 

On today's episode we explore multitasking and the ADHD brain. Do you think multitasking is a strength of yours? Check out this episode to find out the truth of multitasking with an ADHD brain  The book mentioned is Hyper Healing: The Empowered Parent's Complete Guide to Raising a Healthy Child with ADHD by Avigail Gimpel, MS. You can join the patreon at patreon.com/theneurodivergentnurse

This episode gives some quick tips to make time more manageable for the ADHD brain.

Do you have a difficult time saying "no?" Then this is the episode for you! Saying no to a request from someone you like, love, admire or hate-to-disappoint is difficult. This episode will talk about why it's especially difficult for those of us with ADHD and include tips and ways for you to use to start saying "no."

Clutter seems to come along with the experience of ADHD. Organizing belongings, keeping up with housekeeping, and maintaining the flow of family life can get complicated because of ADHD symptoms. This week's episode dives into the impact clutter has on the lives of those of us with ADHD and tips to put an end to it!  Be sure to listen to how to get a free body double appointment if you're +18...

Dopamine allows us to regulate emotional responses and take action to achieve specific rewards. It’s responsible for feelings of pleasure and reward. Scientists have observed that levels of dopamine are different in people with ADHD than in those without ADHD.  This episode talks about the neurobiology of the ADHD brain and the ways in which we attempt to get "hits" of Dopamine. 

As many as 80% of people with ADHD will have at least one other psychiatric condition in their lifetime. Just as untreated ADHD can lead to unnecessary problems in everyday life, comorbid conditions can cause a tremendous amount of harm in those with ADHD if left undiagnosed and untreated. On the surface, SAD and ADHD can sometimes look alike. We will discuss The following and few ways symptoms of...

For many people with ADHD, it is hard to resist impulsive spending. Impulsivity is one of the major symptoms of ADHD, so it is not uncommon for those with ADHD to buy first and think later. Sure, impulsive spending may leave you with the challenge of storing all of your new purchases. But the real issue is that it can quickly lead you down the path to debt. On tis episode I share 10simple tips to...

The idea of non-judgmental awareness, core but not exclusive to mindfulness practice, means seeing life exactly as it is. The effect of ADHD and executive function is profound. Hiding from how it feels won’t help. But ADHD is a medical disorder, not anyone’s fault. Without judgment and self-recrimination, what’s the best step to take right now? Self-compassion is a complementary approach that may...

Before the diagnosis of ADHD I was a night shift worker who could easily stay awake for 36 hours between work and play. This episode talks about the difficulties night shift has on your body. If you are not a night shift worker, but simply struggle falling asleep no worry, fast forward to 10:19 where I chat about ADHD and difficulties sleeping.  Why Do People with ADHD Have Problems Sleeping? Tune...

The Lafaya Way promotes healing in conjunction with every human’s authentic desire to connect with one another in a healthy way, by living their “Honest Truth.” Lafaya Mitchell joins this week's episode to talk about being an author as well as her experience as a therapist to families, couples and those Hypersensitive Individuals. We discuss what led her to the path to have a deep connection with...

This week's episode is one of the two recorded for the Neurodivergent Nurse Patreon last month. This exclusive episode was used because the hardware used to produce The Neurodivergent Nurse was held captive by Bitlocker.  If you're a Patron, you've heard this one and I will be releasing an extra this month (this week specifically) to make it up to you.  For those of you who are not, this week's ep...