Calm Down, Let Me Stim In Peace...

from ADHD AF!! · host Chante Douglass

In this episode of ADHD AF!!, we're talking all about STIMMING. What it is, why we do it, and how it shows up when you're living with ADHD. From tapping pens, and bouncing knees to humming, or playing with textures, stimming is often misunderstood, judged, or shamed. But the truth is, its a natural, powerful way our brains self regulate and find comfort.I'll break down different types of stims, share my own experiences, and explore how we can reclaim stimming as something to be proud of instead of hiding it away. Whether you stim to focus, calm anxiety, or just because it feels good, this episode is here to validate your experience and remind you that stimming is not something to "fix," it's something to honor. Tune in if you're ready to unmask, release the shame, and celebrate the ways your body and brain work together.

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