ADHD Emotions: How to Manage Your Big Feelings

Who doesn’t love a good podcast? I know I do!

Whether I'm tackling mundane tasks or taking a walk in the woods, popping in my headphones and diving into an episode makes everything more enjoyable.

And one of the gems for all you ADHD enthusiasts out there is Eric Tivers' ADHD ReWired is always a favorite!

So I was thrilled when Eric invited me on to talk about all things ADHD emotions- a topic near and dear to my heart. And as you’ll hear, this episode starts out a bit personal- so if you’ve ever wondered what’s up with me and my connection to ADHD brains- well the first 10 minutes of this one is for you!

But don’t worry- we’re not going to bore you with my story alone– snoozefest! We’ve got lots else to cover too!

Here are some timestamps to help you navigate to the topics that interest you most:

3:31: My journey and the messy middle of ADHD diagnosis

5:50: Understanding the regulatory differences of ADHD brains

8:43: Exploring ADHD emotional symptoms and the three components of an ADHD experience

15:32: Differentiating between ADHD and other disorders like bipolar, BPD, and trauma when it comes to emotional outbursts in adults

22:08: The relationship between ADHD emotional lability and trauma

27:32: Building ADHD emotional regulation with the "Meltdown to Mastery" approach

30:21: Can intentional distraction be a helpful tool?

36:31: Identifying in-between emotions and nurturing conscientiousness

Can't listen right now? No worries! We've got you covered with a transcription below.

So, if you're ready to explore the exciting world of ADHD emotions, join us on this newest podcast episode! From the highs to the lows and all the surprises in between, emotions in ADHD are like fireworks on a warm summer night—explosive and captivating.

Remember, we're all in this together, embracing the quirks that make us uniquely awesome! Stay tuned and stay fabulous and as always- leave your comments, brilliant insights, or fabulous hacks below! ✨💪🎙️

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