Horsea Embraces the Anxious Ride - HEAR Podcast

It's been an amazing journey with this podcast. Unfortunately I will have to take a pause on this creative project for now. The good news is...I am on the pathway to becoming a Licensed Therapist! It's my first year as a graduate student in an MFT program and balancing schoolwork, with a full time job, a part time job, and my personal life...let's be real, it's a lot. Therefore, I...

You're sitting in traffic, almost ready to doze off in your car. The highway has been backed up for miles and you've been spending already 30 minutes just to go 2 miles. All of the sudden, whoosh, a motorcyclist or two casually cruise on by. "Hey, wait your turn like everyone else!" But should they have to wait? Actually, lane filtering and splitting is legal in certain places, e...

Personally, I don't want to say bad drivers. Everyone makes mistakes. However, there are definitely what we should call negligent drivers out there that know the law and rules, but decide to cheat or do unsafe maneuvers for their own personal benefit. This can be quite dangerous for motorcyclists who already have to deal with so many factors flying by their minds. How do we control our emotion...

Did you know that road rage incidents caused over 480 shootings and 777 deaths between 2014 and 2023? Speeding also accounted for over 12,000 deaths in the USA in 2022. That's actually quite a lot. How can we keep our emotions in check and deal with other road ragers? Do you find it difficult with ADHD? I'm definitely a perpetrator and I try to remind myself to keep those emotions in check...

As Bette Midler once sang "Cuz you got to have friends!!" How do you find and maintain those friendships with your troublesome ADHD? Know that, your friendship and what you can offer is not dwindled by your ADHD at all. In this episode, I go over some strategies and reminders on how your ADHD can actually be utilized to find your supportive circle that you're seeking in life. Whether...

Ever wonder how those motorcyclists barreling down the streets in massive troves stay organized? Or perhaps...cause more problems than necessary? It can go both ways. I'd much prefer the former and organization. In which case, this episode delves into the mentality behind group rides, things to avoid, and also some strategies to harness your ADHD traits to complete that group ride successfully...

Did you know that most female individuals don't actually get diagnosed compared to their male counterparts? Even today, there is still some gender bias that exists in the ADHD world. As an Asian American male, I can somewhat see the privilege and it's disheartening. How did this begin and what can we do to combat this? In this episode of HEAR, we delve into some reasons for this disparity...

Building off the last episode of self-esteem, we got the difficult pairing of perfectionism. Where in your life do you remember having to cope with meeting other people's standards? Did you accidently set those high expectations for yourself? Perhaps unconsciously? It happens to the best of us and that's why, I'm here to discuss from strategies to help break down this phenomenon and ho...

Self-esteem is difficult to maintain for some, and with ADHD, I find it personally exhausting. It doesn't have to be. In this episode, we discuss some strategies you can use to overcome those negative thoughts, embrace your strengths, and obtain that self-confidence you've been searching for. We all start from somewhere. ADHD or not, these strategies might be helpful for you! What up!  Wel...

Happy July 4th and Independence Day, if you are in USA and celebrate! Today is a shorter special episode with the holidays speaking to the challenges of trying to be what society calls "independent" and attempting to find that independence with all your lovely ADHD traits. No worries, it's a fun journey! Hope you have a great holiday weekend! What up!  Welcome to HEAR, Horsea Embrace...

Wouldn't you say it's challenging to nurture a strong emotional bond with your partner while having ADHD or if your partner has ADHD? I'm experiencing that right now! Don't worry, it can be incredibly rewarding when you tap into the emotional power of the ADHD individual. Work together on it; I know you will overcome! In this episode, I speak to my own experiences in couples therap...

We already past Mental Health Awareness Month but everyday should be, especially when it comes to Asian male mental health. In this episode, I cover a semi-recent airline tussle between two men fighting over a seat on EVA airlines flight from Taipei to San Francisco. I look into why mental health is important even for stoic Asian men, the aftermath of the incident, and how you can ensure a safe an...

Surprise! I just got laid off! There's been at least 60,000 job layoffs from the tech sector in 2024 so far according to TechCrunch, and that number is still expected to climb. This is only in regards to the tech industry...and for me in biotech, it's a bummer. If you've been laid off before, this is the episode for you or if you want to hear my emotions, stories, and the aftermath. Le...

Trust me, meeting the significant other's family is anxiety inducing. Not to mention when a relationship gets serious! It might be even more daunting for East Asian couples...do you agree?! Leave a comment on your thoughts! I speak to my recent experience meeting my girlfriend's entire family in China in this podcast episode, and how I felt the week back in Asia. Tune in to hear the story!...

We covered a bit about traveling solo earlier this season. I recently returned from a solo trip to Asia, to 4 different countries! Thought I'd go over my personal experiences and thoughts during the trip and how it was traveling solo for myself. Perhaps this can give you some sense of peace and solidarity if you do choose to travel solo one day! Tune in! What up!  Welcome to HEAR, Horsea Embra...

We are already halfway through 2024; time flies quickly! I am taking this 20th episode of Season 2 to reflect on what this podcast has become and what it can become eventually. I take this time to sincerely thank you for listening to me and this podcast, I truly appreciate your support! Remember, you can always reach out to me on Instagram or email. What up!  Welcome to HEAR, Horsea Embraces the A...

Ever curious about how one deals with their ADHD in the wet lab science environment? Look no further; this episode, I go over the pros and cons of mitigating ADHD in the wet lab experimental environment. It's not all bad and there's ADHD characteristics that can be transformed into strengths in the lab. Embrace this side of yourself and you too will be strongly successful in the laboratory...

Back on two wheels, this time discussing some ADHD friendly motorcycle maintenance tips and modifications one can do on their motorbike! If you're a rider or one interested in the motorcycle world, this episode's for you! Do you have any ADHD friendly driver or rider modifications? What do you do to stay focused and meditate? In this episode, I delve into what people can do to keep up with...

It's already been 4 years since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Have you ever wondered how the work environment has changed? Have you had the opportunity to work from home WFH?! What was your experience like? In this episode, I speak to my own experiences with the lockdown, how it affected my work, how the work environment has shifted completely from the pandemic, and what things might...

I know we all got pride but when it gets too enlarged, it turns into ego. This can prevent collaborative efforts in academic and work environments. Have you ever dealt with egotistical professors or coworkers? What were some strategies use to navigate that? I explore some of those tips in this episode and my own personal experience, on both ends of the story! Let's dive in! What up!  Welcome t...

Would you consider yourself an Introvert or an Extrovert? Do you know the difference? How about your 16 personalities? Combine that with ADHD, and you got yourself a super unique individual! In this episode, I describe the differences between the two, strengths and weaknesses, and what they have to do with ADHD. What up!  Welcome to HEAR, Horsea Embraces the Anxious Ride, and I am your host Horace...

What do you consider "cheap" dopamine? Is it the candy from your favorite grocery store, video games, or alcohol? Or perhaps, often overlooked, social media?! In this episode, I delve into some of my own personal examples and how cheap dopamine through social media can negatively affect ones with ADHD. However, there are some strategies to turn those negatives into positives because who...

Would you consider yourself an observant individual? What do you think being observant means? Leave a comment because I want to know! In this episode, I provide some examples from my experience where my overly observant self has done me both harm and good. The main importance is how one harnesses the power of observance because combined with ADHD and RSD, if not properly handled, it can cause for...

Navigating workplace politics is already tough. Combine that with distractibility, social situation awkwardness, lack of dopamine, and impulsivity...yep you guessed it: ADHD!! How do you even begin to deal with the workplace situations when you've got your mind already full of clutter to mitigate? Hopefully in this episode, I grant you some tips and suggestions, as well as my own personal anec...

How does one harness the creative juices when easily distracted and the mind wanders? Look no further, I go through some of my personal experiences and provide some tips for how you can hone your thoughts. Having ADHD doesn't limit your creativity at all; as a matter of fact, it's a strength! What up!  Welcome to HEAR, Horsea Embraces the Anxious Ride, and I am your host Horace.  Experienc...