Episodes
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This week we talk about ADHD and exercise, why exercise is good for the ADHD brain and ways you can build exercise into your life!
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Hello from sunny Spain!
On this week's episode Timi talks about how OCD & ADHD and mental health in general can make enjoying holidays difficult, but he also shares some times that can help you get the holiday you deserve. -
Missing episodes?
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We are back!!
Apologies for the radio silence and vanishing - we had some life events to deal with.
However we are excited to come back and share this weeks episode with you.
This week Timi tackles ADHD & Boredom! -
In this week's episode we discuss our personal identities, how they have changed and the affect ADHD has had on them. Enjoy!
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Ellie & Timi talk about routines, how hard it is to keep them up and toxic productivity. Looking at the circadian rhythm, planning and the pressure to always be achieving, this episode is here to make anyone (with or without ADHD) feel better about not being able to keep up a routine. Enjoy!
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Trigger Warning: This episode includes mention of suicide, paedophilia OCD (POCD) and violent intrusive thoughts.
In this week we talk about shame, the way it latches onto OCD and how you can learn to fight back! -
This week we have a special guest - Dr. Efosa - a Doctor and model. We talk to him about his experience navigating the world of modelling and medicine as a black male.
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Happy Valentines Day to all the Restless Minds out there!
This week we look at ADHD and how it can affect breakups, but we also try and add some positivity some of the pretty sad research out there.
ADHD isn't always the reason for breakups, personality plays a big part as well..
Eitherway, breakups are hard and we hope this episode helps! -
Helloooo and welcome to Season 2!
We are back after a well deserved break and excited to get back to the podcast.
This week we are looking at how ADHD shows up in children, ways to support them as a parent and some facts vs myths!
Be sure to follow us on instagram to get our latest updates - @restlessmindspod -
As we near the end of the year, Timi & Ellie get ready for Christmas and look back on some of their favourite moments fo 2021.
This episode wraps up season 1 and we look forward to sharing with you guys next year!
Merry Christmas! -
This week Ellie & Timi sit down for a chat about accepting you new identity following on from a new diagnosis.
They also share some VNs from times they were struggling, and reflect on how it felt. -
In this week's episode Timi takes us on a deep dive into the science of ADHD, explaining how the brain is wired differently to our neurotypical counterparts.
Looking at the Default Mode Network, Task Networks and Dopamine - we use science to help us understand why living with ADHD is the way it is.
Special shoutout to @hubermanlab (Andrew D. Humberman, Ph.D) for the inspiration and facts in this episode! -
In this week's episode we focus on the horrible feeling that is anxiety, and how anxiety interacts with OCD.
Ellie shares some great insight into the science behind anxiety and why our body feels the way it does when we are in an anxious state.
We then turn to some of our personal anxieties and how they affect us. -
OUR BRAINS ARE BROKEN! (at the moment)....
Exploring the Powerful Link Between ADHD and AddictionAdult ADHD: What Happens When You Stop Meds?"Delivered from Distraction: Getting the most out of life with Attention Deficit Disorder" by Edward M Hallowell and John J RateyADHDHaven on Instagram
Timi & Ellie have both had trouble getting hold of their ADHD meds this week, so this episode has us chatting about the trials of managing ADHD without stimulants. In all our unmedicated glory, we cover a range of topics including Adele, Taylor Swift, Oscar Wilde and Tyra Banks... we hope you enjoy! <3
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In this weeks episode we turn the page on OCD & reading.
Timi and Ellie both share their past and current experiences with OCD and reading, sharing anecdotes and studies.
Timi also shares his recent success story this week - through exposure and some online research he manages to fight back against his OCD! -
This week we talk ADHD and Disability!
Is ADHD a Disability? Would our answer be different if we didn’t live under capitalism? What about the social model of Disability?
Buckle in for an in-depth discussion and chaotic chat - Ellie didn’t take her meds so apologises for talking over Timi and going off on one.
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In this weeks episode Timi takes some time to reflect as Black History Month draws to and end - looking at the way that the black community is affected by racism, discrimination and socio-economic factors.
In the second half of the episode Timi is joined by @theblackdyspraxic (Tumi Sotire) who shares his experience living with dyspraxia, his own mental health and the great work he is doing via his instagram page. -
This week we celebrate Halloween and Samhain!
Restless Minds' resident Celtic Pagan Witch Ellie takes you on a neurodivergent Witchcraft tour, covering everything from Hippocrates and Witch trials to modern tips for ADHD Witches!
Thank you so much to the incredible Ather Watson and Ana Rikki for their magical contributions. You can find Ana on Instagram @rikkimercury and @anarikkii xxxxx -
Carrying on with the theme of relationships, this episode looks at how OCD can interact with Romantic Relationships aka Relationship OCD (ROCD)
Yes, OCD is ranked as one of the most debilitating mental health conditions - but that doesn't mean it has to ruin your relationship!
We discuss our personal experiences of dating and relationships, issues we faced and how we have learnt to over come them
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In this exciting new episode, Ellie & Timi cover the much requested topic of ADHD & Romantic Relationships.
It isn't all doom and gloom - ADHD is not the kiss of death!
We talk about the ways ADHD can impact romantic relationships and the different tools you can use to manage its effects.
Like any condition, dating someone with ADHD requires understanding, and both parties need to communicate clearly.
This episode covers self-love, sex, impulsivity, self-doubt, shame & much more.
Enjoy!
p.s you may hear some chopping throughout this episode as we had some technical difficulties during recording, but we pushed through and got the episode out! - Show more
