Different, Not Deficient: The Power of Self-Acceptance

It makes me angry that acknowledging a mental health diagnosis and receiving help is still a source of stigma and shame.  I am grateful to the brave and clever people who have taken to YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, not to mention those who have started podcasts, to normalize mental health conditions by dropping their masks and sharing their struggles. They have done more to raise awareness and spread hope in the last few years than the psychiatric community has been able to do in decades.  In today’s solo episode,  I’d like to share with you my thoughts about being a person with ADHD and what those four little letters mean to me.  ADHD is a mouthful if you spell it out.  Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.  Not only is the clinical label confusing because people with ADHD can and do pay attention, and many of us aren’t hyperactive, but the words “deficit” and “disorder” are triggering enough to stop many from ever scheduling a diagnostic appointment.  If you suspect or know you have ADHD, you don’t have to pledge allegiance to any of the factions within this community (‘It’s a superpower!” vs “It’s a disability!”) but you do need to decide what you make it mean about you, your life and your abilities.  Listen in as I share my journey with ADHD and the choices I have made that just might work for you too. Online influencers I follow who talk about ADHD:Podcasts:   Distraction Podcast with Dr. Ned Hallowellhttps://www.distractionpodcast.com/category/episodes/Proudly ADHD with Cathy Rashidianhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/proudly-adhd-at-work-and-in-business/id1483365005Excuse my ADHD with Jeanette Grahamhttps://www.excusemyadhd.com/podcasts-list/Instagram:  Tracy Otsuka’s ADHD for Smart Ass Women @tracyotsukaLyn Miner- Rosen @adhdcoachlynRene Brooks @blackgirllostkeysTikTok:Catie Osborn @catieosaurusDani Donovan @danidonovanChalene Johnson @chalenejohnsonYouTube: Dr. Edward Hallowell https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUxHRVjLIEIS0eeQR6MXONAHow to ADHD by Jessica McCabe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-nPM1_kSZf91ZGkcgy_95QOur Pod Praise (podcast review) this week comes from Cadon23, who writes: “Fun, inspiring and impactful! Diann’s enthusiasm for making all of our lives better is so fun to be around. Great conversations driven by a true desire to make a change and continue on her own path of self-growth and personal development are super inspiring. So lucky to have come across this pod!”   Thank you, Cadon23! Remember,  if you leave a review for The Driven Woman Podcast, Diann will read it on a future episode. For Apple Podcasts,  click here: https://apple.co/2BZDFzcIf you are an Android user,  please leave your review on Podchaser: https://bit.ly/TDWE-podchaserWant to help me know exactly what content to feature?Click here to take this poll  “What’s Holding You Back?”  I’m working on a brand new series on mindset blocks.  Tell me yours so I can create the perfect episodes for you! https://bit.ly/whyb-quizWork With MeAre you ready to invest in making 2021 the year you get back into momentum & move the needle?  Click here to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with Diann to see if her signature 12-week private coaching program is right for you.  Create an ADHD-friendly business and life! https://bit.ly/calendly-free-consultationConnect with Diann on social media: Instagram: https://bit.ly/DWC-InstagramLinkedIn:   https://bit.ly/DWC-LinkedInFacebook:  https://bit.ly/DWC-Facebook