"you don't realise you just tired someone out"

In this conversation, Adam discusses his passion for ADHD and how it can be harnessed as a superpower. He shares his personal journey of discovering his ADHD and the challenges he faced. Adam explains that ADHD is not a deficit of attention, but rather a different way of thinking. He emphasizes the importance of framing ADHD as a superpower and finding ways to feel emotionally safe in order to unlock its potential. 

Adam also discusses the hyperfocus and intense passion that often accompany ADHD, and how to channel them effectively. He highlights the need for better questions and deeper thinking in order to navigate the right-handed world. In this conversation, Adam discusses the importance of understanding the why behind our actions and decisions. 

He explains how the saying 'the customer is always right' has been misinterpreted and emphasizes the need to consider the emotional components of decisions. Adam also provides advice for harnessing the superpower of hyperfocus and offers guidance for individuals with ADHD in managing overwhelm and making decisions. He highlights the value of embracing neurodivergence and finding the right guides and support to navigate the challenges and opportunities it presents.

 

Takeaways

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• ADHD is not a deficit of attention, but a different way of thinking that can be harnessed as a superpower.
  
• Framing ADHD as a superpower and finding ways to feel emotionally safe can unlock its potential.
  
• Hyperfocus and intense passion are common traits of ADHD, but they need to be channeled effectively.
  
• Asking better questions and engaging in deeper thinking are essential skills for navigating the right-handed world. Understanding the why behind our actions and decisions is crucial for success.
  
• The saying 'the customer is always right' has been misinterpreted and should be 'the customer is never wrong in matters of style.'
  
• Hyperfocus can be a superpower when channeled effectively, but it can also lead to challenges in communication and relationships.
  
• Acknowledging the emotional components of decisions is important for managing overwhelm and making effective choices.
  
• Embracing neurodivergence and finding the right support can lead to personal and professional growth.
  

 

At a glance…

00:00 ADHD from fear of the label to harnessing your superpower

03:39 Discovering ADHD and overcoming fear

07:05 Understanding ADHD as a superpower

15:21 The brain's evaluation of decisions and emotional safety

21:34 Hyperfocus and intense passion in ADHD

23:54 Remembering intensely and asking better questions

30:22 Understanding the Why

31:14 The Misinterpretation of 'The Customer is Always Right'

32:40 Harnessing the Superpower of Hyperfocus

35:22 Managing Overwhelm and Making Decisions

40:11 Embracing Neurodivergence and Finding the Right Support

Resources

Adam's Links:

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• The Unicorn Collective - Website Love
  

About the Guest

Adam Casey knows his stuff when it comes to growing businesses! He has 15 years of experience as an Operations Manager in the finance industry and has launched and run his own coaching business. He supports us to know if you are the right fit for Website Love (we don't just take anyone!) and works with our Websites That Work training program members.

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