Summary
You've heard about coaches before, but for people who have ADHD? Is that even a thing? 100% it is, and Brittany Smith is one of the best. An ADHDer herself, Brittany is the mastermind behind Conquer Consulting, whose mission is to help you un-suck your brain and get you back to doing the things you enjoy. She also runs the ADHD Guild, a place for neurospicy people to find community, support each other, and find shared accountability. In this episode, we talk about ADHD coaching, the dreaded ADHD tax, strategies and tips that work for neurodivergent people, and having a conversation with your inner critic.

 

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Takeaways
Brittany combines cognitive neuroscience with ADHD coaching.
ADHD coaching focuses on future planning and productivity.
AuDHD individuals may have unique needs in coaching.
Recognition of struggles can lead to empowering epiphanies.
The ADHD tax refers to the financial and emotional costs of ADHD.
Anxiety can complicate decision-making for neurodivergent individuals.
Body doubling can enhance productivity by providing accountability.
Self-validation is crucial for neurodivergent individuals.
Exploratory coaching helps find personalized solutions.
Neurodivergent individuals have diverse strengths and challenges.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to ADHD Life Coaching
02:56 Understanding ADHD and Autism
05:46 The Epiphany of Self-Discovery
08:52 The Concept of ADHD Tax
11:59 Navigating Social Anxiety and Task Management
14:56 The Role of Community and Body Doubling
19:33 Understanding Neurodiversity and ADHD
23:20 Strategies for Overcoming Challenges
27:36 The Role of Technology in ADHD Coaching
30:03 Navigating Inner Criticism and Motivation
31:53 Embracing Neurodiversity and Finding Support