A Heart Attack Forced Him to Reboot His ADHD

a conversation with Dr. Jeff Levine, therapist and stand-up comedian

Episode 5 of the I Must Be BUG'N podcast, hosted by Sheldon Gay, titled "A Heart Attack Forced Him to Reboot His ADHD" was published on December 11, 2025 and runs 72 minutes.

December 11, 2025 ·72m · I Must Be BUG'N

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Summary

Episode Transcript (provided by Riverside - forgive any errors): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rNjh4fS_StpHON-a-EEk_n_dH4hGK46s0EPe5o5U2Qc/edit?usp=sharingFollow I Must Be BUGN on IG @sheldongayisbugnSummary:In this episode, I speak with Dr. Jeff, an expert helping people with ADHD transform their lives, especially in the workplace. We discussed Dr. Jeff's personal journey with ADHD, the challenges he faced, and how he developed a system to help others harness their ADHD. He tells us about being saved from wandering into the street, teaching himself to code, how Adderall was helpful until he had a heart attack and couldn't take it anymore and much more. Dr. Jeff helps us see how humor can bring peace with our journey. Key Points:ADHD doesn't have to be viewed as a deficitHow accountability can help change habits and achieve goals.Self-compassion is key; failure is not a reflection of one's worth.Mindset shifts can transform one's approach to challenges.Community support enhances personal growth and accountability. Understanding ADHD can lead to better career choices.Living with uncertainty can heighten adrenaline and dopamine levels.Being able to laugh at life can help us find a way throughCreating supportive environments can enhance productivity.Helpful Links:Email Dr. Jeff: [email protected] a call with Dr. Jeff: https://drgetinfocus.com/schedule-page (for clarity Kick-start session)Video about study demonstrating racial disparity in hiring: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DG1grIqvz_N/Hire me to speak or as your personal coach! sheldongayisbugn.comFree GroupMe Community for Talented and Gifted adults: https://groupme.com/join_group/108040800/igLaxqNGND Connect - Online community for neurodivergent people: ndconnect.appUmbrella ND - Non-profit focused on neurodivergent advocacy: https://umbrellaopensdoors.org/Submit your Questions or Misunderstood Insights: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelanG1R71TcGjzHIyVW1f8fkE7MaWx-D2j7OtHsIGrdQhi_Q/viewform?usp=sf_linkKeywords: ADHD, neurodivergence, superpower, productivity, accountability, mindset, personal growth, mental health, self-awareness, SchlemielIntro and Outro music provided by byrdversion1 - "Understand" from the album Nevermore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode Description

Episode Transcript (provided by Riverside - forgive any errors): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rNjh4fS_StpHON-a-EEk_n_dH4hGK46s0EPe5o5U2Qc/edit?usp=sharing

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Summary:

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Jeff, an expert helping people with ADHD transform their lives, especially in the workplace. We discussed Dr. Jeff's personal journey with ADHD, the challenges he faced, and how he developed a system to help others harness their ADHD. He tells us about being saved from wandering into the street, teaching himself to code, how Adderall was helpful until he had a heart attack and couldn't take it anymore and much more. Dr. Jeff helps us see how humor can bring peace with our journey.

Key Points:

ADHD doesn't have to be viewed as a deficit
How accountability can help change habits and achieve goals.
Self-compassion is key; failure is not a reflection of one's worth.
Mindset shifts can transform one's approach to challenges.
Community support enhances personal growth and accountability. Understanding ADHD can lead to better career choices.
Living with uncertainty can heighten adrenaline and dopamine levels.
Being able to laugh at life can help us find a way through
Creating supportive environments can enhance productivity.

Helpful Links:

Email Dr. Jeff: [email protected]
Schedule a call with Dr. Jeff: https://drgetinfocus.com/schedule-page (for clarity Kick-start session)
Video about study demonstrating racial disparity in hiring: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DG1grIqvz_N/
Hire me to speak or as your personal coach! sheldongayisbugn.com
Free GroupMe Community for Talented and Gifted adults: https://groupme.com/join_group/108040800/igLaxqNG
ND Connect - Online community for neurodivergent people: ndconnect.app
Umbrella ND - Non-profit focused on neurodivergent advocacy: https://umbrellaopensdoors.org/
Submit your Questions or Misunderstood Insights: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelanG1R71TcGjzHIyVW1f8fkE7MaWx-D2j7OtHsIGrdQhi_Q/viewform?usp=sf_link

Keywords: ADHD, neurodivergence, superpower, productivity, accountability, mindset, personal growth, mental health, self-awareness, Schlemiel

Intro and Outro music provided by byrdversion1 - "Understand" from the album Nevermore

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.