Episode 3: Self-care, Struggles and Shame

Following on from the poll we posted on our @adhdasfemales insta story, we discuss the very questions those that participated so kindly answered. We expose how ADHD has caused us both to struggle with consistent self-care routines. We felt very vulnerable discussing some of these topics, due to shame.  The honesty of the poll entrants showed us that we are not alone; which gave us the courage to talk about these common issues that many people with ADHD have. After exploring topics such as hygiene. dental appointments, and financial struggles, we revisit the weekly segment of ‘differences’.  This time with the theme of self-care, before concluding with ‘the most ADHD thing we have done this week.’We tried and failed to shorten the episode length, but we've decided to practice what we preach: self-compassion. This is how it's working for us right now, and bizarrely, each episode is almost exactly the same length! We hope you enjoy it.  Feel free to share any feedback... and hit those stars! :) If unidentified ADHD left you feeling like an Alien YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Let’s UNITE at ADHD AF Alien Nation, an ADHD Awareness raising Live Show invading 13 UK Cities this Spring/Summer to connect local ADHDers TICKETS HEREFind out more about ADHDAF Live Events HERECONNECT ONLINE in the Peer Support Community: PLANET ADHDAF for Zoom Blethers, Body Doubling, Accountability Pod Meetings, Self Care Club Meetings, Blogs, Vlogs, Behind The Scenes Content, Exclusives, First Dibs and Discounts on ADHDAF Accessories & Apparel, Meet-ups and MORE...I hope to chat to you over Zoom or on Discord soon! JOIN UP HERE or GRAB TICKETS HERETW:In this episode, we touch on some very sensitive topics; such as eating disorders, debt, and anxiety. Luckily, we managed to cut down on the word ‘absolutely’ this time! Seemingly, the word for this week is INTERESTING! :) If you are in need of support YOU ARE NOT ALONE! There is immediate help out there so please REACH OUTDawn stepped down in Oct '23 to give her all to her degree, she explains all HERE...and I continue ADHDAF solo.I hope to chat to you ONLINE or AT A  LIVE SHOW very soonBIG LOVELauraSupport the show