EPISODE · Oct 17, 2025 · 24 MIN
From Nashville to Neurodivergence: Lessons on ADHD, Rejection, and Autonomy
from You Can Do It: The Podcast for Neurodivergent Adults, Deep Creatives, and Out-of-the-Box Thinkers · host Kimberly Frey
What starts as a girls’ getaway to Nashville turns into a powerful reflection on neurodivergence, self-awareness, and growth.In this episode, I share heartfelt stories about family, friendship, and the evolving understanding of ADHD, especially for women diagnosed later in life. I explore two often-overlooked aspects of ADHD: Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), explaining how they shape relationships, parenting, and self-acceptance. Whether you’re a parent of a neurodivergent child or an adult navigating your own diagnosis, this conversation offers both insight and empowerment. Tune in to learn how understanding your brain can transform the way you connect, communicate, and thrive.Here are the links to the articles from ADDItude Magazine I share in today’s issue. How ADHD Ignites RSD: Meaning & Medication SolutionsWe’re Raising a Cat in a Dog WorldAre you an adult newly diagnosed with ADHD or autism? Or someone who is stuck in a mid-career crisis, feeling overwhelmed, or as if your life is out of balance? Let’s take the first step towards clarity together. Schedule your FREE strategy session with me using this link and start the Journey into Your Next today.You can also sign up here to get my Neurodivergent Success Series delivered directly to your inbox!For a full transcript of today’s episode, email [email protected] with the word “transcript” in the subject line. 🚀 Support the Show: Follow, like, share, and subscribe to You Can Do It to help grow our community designed for neurodivergent adults, deep creatives, and out-of-the-box thinkers trying to find their way. Because You Can Do It.And I Can Help. 🌐 Let’s Connect:Website: KFreconsulting.comFacebook: Kimberly Frey ConsultingInstagram: @kfreyconsultingBlog: kfreyconsulting.blog
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What starts as a girls’ getaway to Nashville turns into a powerful reflection on neurodivergence, self-awareness, and growth.In this episode, I share heartfelt stories about family, friendship, and the evolving understanding of ADHD, especially for women diagnosed later in life. I explore two often-overlooked aspects of ADHD: Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), explaining how they shape relationships, parenting, and self-acceptance. Whether you’re a parent of a neurodivergent child or an adult navigating your own diagnosis, this conversation offers both insight and empowerment. Tune in to learn how understanding your brain can transform the way you connect, communicate, and thrive.Here are the links to the articles from ADDItude Magazine I share in today’s issue. How ADHD Ignites RSD: Meaning & Medication SolutionsWe’re Raising a Cat in a Dog WorldAre you an adult newly diagnosed with ADHD or autism? Or someone who is stuck in a mid-career crisis, feeling overwhelmed, or as if your life is out of balance? Let’s take the first step towards clarity together. Schedule your FREE strategy session with me using this link and start the Journey into Your Next today.You can also sign up here to get my Neurodivergent Success Series delivered directly to your inbox!For a full transcript of today’s episode, email [email protected] with the word “transcript” in the subject line. 🚀 Support the Show: Follow, like, share, and subscribe to You Can Do It to help grow our community designed for neurodivergent adults, deep creatives, and out-of-the-box thinkers trying to find their way. Because You Can Do It.And I Can Help. 🌐 Let’s Connect:Website: KFreconsulting.comFacebook: Kimberly Frey ConsultingInstagram: @kfreyconsultingBlog: kfreyconsulting.blog
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