Why I Tell the Same Story Three Times (And What It Really Means)

Have you ever found yourself repeating the same story three times in a row—even to the same person—just trying to get it right? You’re not being dramatic or forgetful. You’re doing a live edit and it’s a powerful, neurodivergent form of emotional processing.In this solo episode of Neurodivergent Solutions, Dr. Regina McMenomy breaks down why late-diagnosed ADHDers and autistic folks often retell the same story multiple times in the same sitting. From revising word choice to decoding emotions, this repetition isn’t a flaw—it’s a form of self-regulation, sense-making, and emotional closure.You’ll learn:Why ND folks reprocess stories to find the right phrasingHow looping helps uncover hidden emotions and somatic responsesThe difference between external and internal processing (spoiler: journaling counts!)Why "getting it out" helps us finally let it goTips for naming and navigating your own live edit moments—with graceWhether you're a serial story-repeater or someone who needs to say it out loud to know what you think, this episode will help you understand your brain with more clarity and compassion.Sign up for N.E.R.D. Notes and get weekly nerdy neurodivergent insights!Book a Clarity Call with ReginaAbout Dr. Regina McMenomy PhD,Regina is an educator, consultant, and founder of Divergent Paths Consulting. With over two decades of experience in higher education and instructional design, she now helps individuals create more inclusive, neurodivergent-affirming spaces. A late-diagnosed ADHDer herself, Regina blends academic insight, personal experience, and a healthy dose of nerdy joy to help others unmask, heal, and thrive.