Mind The Risk: ADHD & Self-Acceptance with Jon Cunningham

Mike and Chaya sit down for an existential and suuuper ADHD conversation with entrepreneur Jon Cunningham - a conversation that is the sheer definition of "going with the flow." Together, they unravel the complexities of navigating a world misaligned with the neurodivergent experience, managing judgement, and the existential fear of failure that often plagues neurodiversity. We Also Cover: Psychological Effects of Negative Messaging During Childhood Positive Affirmations to Combat Automatic Negative Thoughts Ingrained Negative Self-Talk Finding Belonging in the ADHD Community Leveraging Unique Strengths Rather Than Conforming to Societal Norms Developing Personalized Systems to Help Manage Daily Tasks The Rollercoaster of Adult Diagnosis The Unfortunate Acceptance of Disabling Aspects of Neurodiversity Quotes: "I always wonder, where were we taught to be perfect? Was it through somebody else's standards, which was not ours." "Evolution is not going to happen if we are doing the same thing, if we are always trying to fit in and not take chances." "Once we know that we've got an interest based nervous system, we know that if we are excited by something, we will follow through on it and deliver." About Jon Cunningham: Jon Cunningham is a UK-based entrepreneur and business mentor with over 20 years of experience in development, automation, and growth strategy. He is the founder of FlowFlows, a consultancy focused on helping businesses streamline their operations, particularly through tools like Asana, and improving their growth through automation and process optimization. Jon is also the founder of The Futureneers, a social enterprise aimed at supporting young people who struggle within traditional education systems by mentoring them to build self-belief and reach their potential. His work spans a wide range of areas, including business strategy, automation, and sales, and he is known for his hands-on approach with founders and CEOs, with a reputation for being an insightful problem solver with a straightforward, human approach to business challenges. Connect with Jon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-cunningham/ https://flowflows.com/ https://thefutureneers.com/ Join the Waitlist for SPARKADE: Games for Children and Families Designed for ADHD Minds, by ADHD Minds https://play.sparkade.app/ Your neurodivergent child deserves an educational experience that helps them thrive. Join the Sparkade community to give them a gamified learning journey that sparks confidence and curiosity, builds skills, and strengthens your connection — one playful session at a time. Available soon on iOS and Android. - Play on any tablet or phone. Stay Connected: Website: https://sparklaunchpodcast.com/ All podcast listening methods: https://episodes.fm/1758785803 Play Our Game - For ADHD Minds: https://play.sparkade.app/ ADHD Learning Solutions: https://www.sparklaunch.ai Chaya on Instagram: @the_sparklaunch Mike on Instagram: @followshisghost Mike's Neurodivergent & Mental Health Peer Coaching-- Nab a Free Consultation: https://followyourghostcoach.com/ As always, thanks for lending us your ears and keep igniting that spark! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.