Breaking Free of the Stigmas from ADHD, Dyslexia and Autism with Shane Thrapp
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Ever felt that your brain is running a different operating system, that it's not like everyone else's? Shane Thrapp shares his journey of being diagnosed in adulthood with ADHD, dyslexia, and autism - and how these diagnoses finally helped him make sense of his life experiences. He reveals the challenges and strengths that come with being neurodivergent, including the complexities of masking and finding freedom from societal stigmas. Shane offers practical insights on how understanding your brain's wiring can improve your capability and efficiency, relationships and self-care.
Drawing from his personal experience with burnout and recovery, Shane breaks down the strategies that actually worked for him in managing his emotional regulation and unlocking his success at work and home. He discusses how finding the right combination of therapy and medication made a profound difference in his daily life, while exploring the possible connection between trauma and neurodivergence. Shane's story reminds us that our differences can become our greatest assets when we understand and work with them instead of against them.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Understand the impact of late ADHD diagnosis on adult life.
- Embrace the unique challenges and strengths of ADHD and autism comorbidity.
- Learn effective strategies for managing emotional dysregulation with ADHD.
- Discover how ADHD can influence both professional and personal aspects of life.
- Empower yourself with strategies for ADHD self-advocacy and diagnosis.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:07:52 - Redefining Masculinity and Advocacy of Neurodivergence
00:17:20 - Managing Autism and ADHD
00:25:30 - Impact of Masking and Autistic Burnout
00:32:25 - Embracing Neurodivergence as Different Powers
00:37:06 - Understanding Learning Disorders
00:44:31 - Advocating for Correct Diagnosis
00:54:02 - The Importance of Communication and Support Groups
Connect with Shane Thrapp
Website
https://www.creatingorderfromchaos.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanethrapp/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/creatingorderfromchaos
https://www.facebook.com/CreatingOrderFromChaosConsulting
Connect with Mike Forrester
Podcast Website
https://LivingFearlessTodayPodcast.com
Coaching Website
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hicoachmike/
Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/@hicoachmike
https://www.facebook.com/hicoachmike
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