And We're Back!!!

In episode 543 of ADHD reWired, host Eric Tivers returns to mark a new beginning for the podcast. Eric focuses this episode on recognizing and overcoming burnout. After 10 years of weekly episodes, plus other stressors in business and life, the pace became unsustainable, leading him to experience significant burnout.

Eric elaborates on these elements of burnout, describing emotional exhaustion as a deep-seated fatigue that impacts life engagement, depersonalization as growing detachment and cynicism towards work, and diminished personal achievement as a sense of ineffectiveness despite efforts.

He recounts personal struggles, including a divorce and other stressors that exacerbated his burnout. Eric discusses the importance of meaningful alone time to recharge, using his motorcycle trips as an example of finding mental clarity and rebalancing life. He also outlines changes in his coaching seasons to ensure sustainability.

Additionally, Eric introduces a new offering for Adult Study Hall where he will be leading members through a 5-week guided workshop for planning your year beginning November 20th, 2024.

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00:00 Welcome to ADHD reWired

01:19 Introduction to Season Two

02:40 Understanding Burnout

03:19 Emotional Exhaustion

04:48 Depersonalization and Cynicism

06:02 Reduced Personal Accomplishment

07:57 Diagnosing Burnout

09:47 Personal Journey and Realizations

13:03 Rebalancing Life and Work

14:25 Upcoming Coaching Groups and Community Events

18:50 Yearly Planning Sessions

21:27 Conclusion and Future Plans

In this episode of ADHD reWired, Eric Tivers is joined by Mattia Mauree, an award-winning composer, poet, and host of the AUDHD Flourishing Podcast. Mattia shares their insights into the unique challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals, particularly those with ADHD and autism, as they navigate trauma, self-expression, and what they describe as "attention tunnels."

Mattia opens up about their personal journey, discussing the impact of complex PTSD, disordered eating, and their late diagnoses of ADHD and autism. They explain how monotropism—having a narrower field of focus—shapes their experience as a neurodivergent person. Through the lens of monotropism, Mattia explores how being stuck in an attention tunnel can make transitioning to different tasks or social situations feel overwhelming and distressing.

Eric and Mattia dive deep into the intersections of trauma and neurodivergence, examining how neurodivergent brains may be more easily traumatized, especially in environments that fail to meet their unique needs. They discuss the profound impact of neurodivergent parents raising neurodivergent children and the challenges of navigating systems that don’t support their differences.

This conversation also highlights the importance of self-expression in healing and flourishing. Mattia explains how self-expression, rather than achievement, has become central to their definition of success, emphasizing the importance of creating work that resonates emotionally, even if it doesn't fit the traditional metrics of success.

Other topics discussed include:

• The connection between hyperfocus and monotropism in ADHD and autism
• How Mattia balances creativity, self-care, and flourishing as a neurodivergent individual
• The complexity of navigating trauma in neurodivergent families
• The importance of community and support systems for neurodivergent creatives and entrepreneurs

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the complex interplay of trauma, neurodivergence, and flourishing. Whether you identify as neurodivergent or are simply curious about these experiences, this conversation offers valuable insights into the importance of creating space for self-expression, healing, and growth.

• Website: AUDHDFlourishing.com
• Podcast: AUDHD Flourishing

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In episode 541 host Eric Tivers speaks with licensed marriage and family therapist Alex Bache about digital addiction and its impact on ADHD, anxiety disorders, and OCD, particularly in adolescents and young adults. The discussion covers identifying behavioral addictions, the role of dopamine in addiction, and interventions like motivational interviewing and harm reduction. They also explore the balance between gaming for social connection and potential addiction, offering strategies for parents and individuals.

Additionally, Eric updates listeners on his coaching groups and upcoming plans for the podcast.

Topics Include:

• Addressing Digital Addiction
• Meet Alex Bache: Expert on Digital Behavioral Addictions
• Understanding Behavioral Addiction
• Game Transfer Phenomena Explained
• Interventions for Digital Addiction
• The Role of Harm Reduction
• Digital Hygiene Practices
• The Power of Accountability and Connection
• ADHD reWired Coaching and Accountability Groups
• Reflecting on Changes in ADHD Coaching
• Listener Survey
• Gaming and Social Connection
• Managing Screen Time Collaboratively
• Balancing Screen Time and Family Activities
• Recognizing Digital Addiction
• Conclusion and Contact Information

Connect with Alex at www.resetfromtech.com