#12 "Unlocking Change: Insights on Self-Awareness and ADHD Management in Teens" with Stefan Glazer

From Chaos to Clarity: Tools for Parenting Neurodivergent Teens with ADHD   Introduction: Stefan Glazer's journey of discovering severe inattentive ADHD at age 39. Emphasis on the importance of tools for managing neurodivergent challenges. Neurodivergent Tools: Safety nets, backup systems, and habit-building techniques for effective management. Challenges faced when approaching meditation and mindfulness. Value of therapeutic conversations in overcoming neurodivergent struggles. Navigating Neurodivergence Book: Glazer's book as a personal guide and insight into his experiences. A resource for those facing similar neurodivergent challenges. Broadening the Audience: Cheryl Pankhurst acknowledges the need to expand the podcast's audience beyond neurodiverse teenagers. Recognizing that everyone faces struggles, whether diagnosed or not. Unique Challenges for Women: Discussion on challenges faced by neurodivergent women, including masking behaviors and societal expectations. Shiny Object Syndrome: Exploration of the common trait among neurodivergent individuals. Positive and negative aspects of Shiny Object Syndrome. Glazer's personal experiences and its potential as a "cheat code" to find passion. Embracing Unique Strengths: Encouragement for individuals to embrace their unique strengths and find their "thing." Real-world examples, including Glazer's journey into pet photography. Writing the Book: Central focus on Glazer's book-writing process. Tips for neurodivergent writers, such as limiting distractions and creating a conducive environment. Importance of Self-Acceptance: Glazer emphasizes self-acceptance, acknowledging the variability in daily productivity. Avoiding self-criticism on days with no writing. Communication Strategies: Stefan Glazer highlights the importance of clarifying communication to avoid personal attacks. Strategies to calm situations and make conversations more productive. Self-Awareness and Change: Discussion on the 'change game' inspired by Joe Dispenza's work. Emphasis on self-awareness and the ability to change reactions and behaviors over time. Parenting Insights: Cheryl Pankhurst relates communication strategies to parenting, especially with teenagers. Significance of not taking things personally and understanding the child's perspective. Inner Dialogue and Mental Health: Glazer discusses the internal struggle with thoughts and the importance of managing inner dialogue for mental well-being. Medication and ADHD: Shift to the use of medication in managing ADHD. Acknowledgment of medication benefits, particularly for young people struggling with focus and social interactions.     #CommunicationStrategies #SelfAwareness #ParentingTeens #InnerDialogue #ADHDMedication #Neurodivergence #ADHD #MentalHealth #ShinyObjectSyndrome #WritingProcess #SelfAcceptance #Mindfulness #UniqueStrengths #NavigatingChallenges I am so grateful for you taking your time to listen and I would love your input, feedback , suggestions for topics. We are in this together. https://www.instagram.com/cheryl.a.pankhurst/ https://www.facebook.com/cheryl.a.pankhurst/ [email protected] Free Resources link below https://cherylpankhurst.aweb.page Editing credit Gabbi Greco