PODCAST · health
Living Life Squirrel
by Robyn Hanson
A podcast about living and loving life with ADHD.
Episodes
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Episode 94: In A Nutshell - The Hyperfocus Hangover
The hyperfocus hangover, aka the exhaustion following a period of intense hyperfocus. [email protected]
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Episode 93: Squirrel Thoughts - An Ode To Airports
An episode dedicated to why I love airports. Yes, airports. [email protected]
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Episode 92: Featured Squirrel - Howie Mandel
He's a comedian, he's a Canadian, and he's a fellow squirrel. This epsiode is all about Howie Mandel, mental health advocate with ADHD. [email protected]
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Episode 91: In a Nutshell - Workaholism and ADHD
An epsiode on how workaholism can be an indicator of ADHD. [email protected]
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Episode 90: Squirrel Thoughts - The Backhanded Compliment
Wow, you're doing great for having ADHD. Nope. Doing great, period. Why the backhanded compliment can be worse than an insult. [email protected]
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Episode 89: In A Nutshell - How To Organize Your Closet
Out of sight, out of mind when you have ADHD. And this includes your closet. By organiaing your closet, you might just discover a bunch of clothes you forgot you love simply because you didn't see them. [email protected]
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Episode 88: In A Nutshell - EncouragingTeenagers to Take (Calculated) Risks
Taking risks is how teenagers learn. So how does a parent help a teenager take safe risks, when their developing brains tend to be impulsive, like those with ADHD? [email protected]
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Episode 87: In A Nutshell - Brain Flossing
Explaining the Tik Tok trend of brain flossing. [email protected]
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Episode 86: Featured Squirrel - Geena Davis
Gena Davis. She's not in a league of her own. She's a member of the ADHD club. [email protected]
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Episode 85: In A Nutshell - Sometimes Your Words Just Hypnotize Me
Reflecting on having undiagnosed ADHD and being hypnotized on stage just for fun. [email protected]
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Episode 84: In A Nutshell - Finding Humour In Any Situation
Having ADHD isn't all doom and gloom. Sometimes it can be pretty funny. [email protected]
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Episode 83: Squirrel Thoughts - All About My Broken Tooth
I broke my tooth. Brushing my teeth. Seriously. And I blame bruxism. [email protected]
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Episode 82: In A Nutshell - Celebrating Little Wins
I haven't made a New Year's Resolution, because when you have ADHD, you have enough difficulty celebrating the wins. [email protected]
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Episode 81: In A Nutshell - Gratitude
'Tis the season to reflect on the past year. And to be grateful for everything I have. [email protected]
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Episode 80: Squirrel Thoughts - Oops I Did It Again
So I took a little break...but I have a great reason! Thanks for staying with me. [email protected]
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Episode 79: Squirrel Thoughts - HelloFresh is the Meal of Champions for ADHDers
Thank you HelloFresh for making me feel like a rock star chef. [email protected]
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Episode 78: In A Nutshell - Overcommitment
Those with ADHD tend to overcommit, but there's an explanation for this. Sort of. [email protected]
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Episode 77: Squirrel Thoughts - Hyperfixating On Shows
For ADHDers, discovering a new show is a great way to channel hyperfocus. [email protected]
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Episode 76: Squirrel Thoughts - The Disruptors Documentary Review
This episode is dedicated to reviewing Nancy Armstrong's documentary about ADHD, The Disruptors, from the lens of someone with ADHD. Spoiler alert: it's a great documentary. [email protected]
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Episode 75: Featured Squirrel Liv Tyler
Sadly, not an episode with Liv Tyler, but one dedicated to how having ADHD has contributed to her being the success she is. [email protected]
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Episode 74: In A Nutshell - Tapping Into Your Strengths 4 and 5
This week's episode is my final episode on my top five strenghths, as indentified by Clifton's strength assessment. And those strengths are INPUT and WOO. To do your own assessment and learn more about your own unique strengths, visit www.store.gallup.com [email protected]
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Episode 73: In A Nutshell - Tapping Into Your Strengths 3 of 5
This week's episode is dedicated to the strength of INTELLECTION and what it means for those of us with ADHD. [email protected]
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Episode 72: In A Nutshell - Video Games And ADHD
An episode dedicated to why playing a video game is just as beneficial for an individual with ADHD as reading a book. [email protected]
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Episode 71: In A Nutshell - The ”STAR” Approach In Interviews Is Not Really Equitable
Would an Improv comedian be successful at a STAR approach interview? Probably not. Does this mean they are less prepared than a stand-up comedian, who would likely excel at these types of interviews? No. But we all demonstrate our strengths in different ways. And expecting all candidates to…
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Episode 70: In A Nutshell - Living Life Squirrel Is Back
I'm no longer on hiatus (a word I cannot pronounce). Thank you for your patience, lovely listeners. [email protected]
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Episode 69: In A Nutshell - Tapping Into Your Strengths 2 of 5
This week's episode is dedicated to understanding the strength of IDEATION and how it relates to ADHD. For episode one of this series, please go back and listen to episode 65. [email protected]
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Episode 68: An Interview With Andrew
In this episode, I interview a young man named Andrew. But first, he interviews me. Andrew's questions were very thoughtful and really made me reflect on my experience of having ADHD. Thanks for the opportunity, Andrew! [email protected]
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Episode 67: In A Nutshell - Is ADHD A Disability?
Some consider having ADHD as having a disability. Others don't. Situations certainly play a role in how a disability is defined and understood. [email protected]
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Episode 66: Squirrel Thoughts - Finding Your ADHD Tribe
I've got friends in ADHD places, which isn't surprising, considering birds of a feather flock together. [email protected]
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Episode 65: In A Nutshell - Tapping Into Your Strengths 1 of 5
This week's episode is dedicated to understanding how someone with ADHD can demonstrate the strength of STRATEGIC, even when their brains may bounce from one topic to another quickly. [email protected]
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Episode 64: I Have A Life Coach!
We all need cheerleaders in our lives, but coaches are pretty essential too. Shout out to my life coach, Rosa Edinga of Life Unmuted. Find her on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. [email protected]
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Episode 63: In A Nutshell - How To Land Your Dream Job When You Have ADHD
ADHDers can be a hiring recruiter's dream candidate. But first the ADHDer needs to know how to find their dream job. [email protected]
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Episode 62: An Interview With Regena Berndt
I met Regena a few years ago when I went to L.A.B. Studios (Edmonton, Alberta) to have my lashes done. I was immediately drawn to her warmth, her energy, and her authenticity. In today's episode, she graciously shares with Living Life Squirrel listeners what it's like to be married to a partner...
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Episode 61: In a Nutshell - The Increased Diagnosis of Women with ADHD
More women seem to be diagnosed with ADHD than ever before. But why? Many reasons, including learning more about it. From articles, blogs, and...this podcast. [email protected]
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Episode 60: Featuring Fellow Squirrel Lisa Ling
Lisa Ling is an American journalist, television personality, and author...who also happens to have ADHD. [email protected]
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Episode 59: Squirrel Thoughts - Mishaps with Travel
Traveling can be stressful when you have ADHD, but only if you allow it to be. [email protected]
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Episode 58: In A Nutshell - Feeling Feelings
Why feeling feelings is difficult for those who have ADHD. [email protected]
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Episode 57: In A Nutshell - Knowing When To Quit
An episode exploring why quitting isn't always a bad thing. [email protected]
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Episode 56: Featuring Fellow Squirrel Dave Grohl
An episode dedicated to the musical genius that is Dave Grohl. [email protected]
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Episode 55: Squirrel Thoughts - Paper vs. Plastic
Paper bags are supposedly good for the planet but I'm not sold on them...yet. [email protected]
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Episode 54: The Art Of Saying No
How do you say no when your natural tendency is to say yes? [email protected]
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Episode 52: In a Nutshell - When Your Kiddo Is Diagnosed
We're halfway through the school year, when things are no longer new and shiny for kids and their ADHD traits become more apparent. So parents, what do you do when your child is diagnosed as having ADHD? [email protected]
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Episode 52: Featuring Fellow Squirrels - The Holderness Family
Sadly, not an interview with the Holderness family. Just an episode dedicated to how amazing they are and how Kim and Penn have proven that it's possible to make a living tapping into one partner's ADHD superpowers of creativity, energy, and enthusiasm (when balanced with the other partner's…
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Episode 51: Squirrel Thoughts - ADHD and Purposely Not Setting Goals
It's a new year...or possibly just a continuation from 2020. So my New Year's resolution this year was to not have one. [email protected]
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Episode 50: Thank You, Loyal Listeners
This little podcast that could has made it to 50 episodes! Thank you, loyal listeners, for your support. I look forward to connecting with you in 2022! (And who says ADHDers quit things....lol) [email protected]
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Episode 49: The Difference Between Paying Attention and Processing Information
There's a difference between "paying attention" and "processing information". Doodling while listening isn't always a bad thing. [email protected]
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Episode 48: How To Meal Prep When You Have ADHD
How to meal prep when you have ADHD. Or at least try to. [email protected]
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Episode 47: Christmas Gifts for ADHDers
Christmas is coming, so what to get for your loved one (or yourself...) that is ideal for ADHD brains? I have some ideas. [email protected]
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Episode 46: Saying Yes To Public Speaking
Public speaking is absolutely terrifying to think about, but not as scary as it seems to actually do it. [email protected]
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Episode 45: Why My ADHD Brain LOVES the West Wing
Let's talk about the West Wing and why it's a great show for those of us who love great writing, regardless of whether we have ADHD. [email protected]
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How many episodes does Living Life Squirrel have?
Living Life Squirrel currently has 93 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Living Life Squirrel about?
A podcast about living and loving life with ADHD.
How often does Living Life Squirrel release new episodes?
Living Life Squirrel has 93 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Who hosts Living Life Squirrel?
Living Life Squirrel is created and hosted by Robyn Hanson.
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