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Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives.
Our guest today, Maya Salwen is a transformation consultant at Accenture where she helps organizations navigate complex change. Sheâs also spent the past few years on a personal transformation journey, leveraging a range of tools to grow physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Maya has found the systems that keep her grounded in the chaos of Work life and Mom lifeâsomething sheâs learned to navigate as a neurodivergent adult, living with ADHD and aphantasia (a condition where the mindâs eye canât visualize images). Sheâs also overcome challenges related to depression and hyper-somnia, a chronic sleep disorder, building a life that supports her energy, focus, and well-being. She lives in New York City with her husband, their two sons, a dog, and loves connecting with others who are building lives that work on their own terms. Enjoy!
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01:18 - Introducing and welcome Maya Salwen Refs: Accenture, Aphantasia
02:33 - How and what do you use to be successful consulting at Accenture, after joining in March, 2020?
03:50 - How to use captions in Microsoft Teams!
05:23 - What are the top 5 tools you use, in addition to live captions, in your very demanding job in corporate?
06:43 - Ref: Brain.FM and our interviews, (part 1/ part 2), with CEO Daniel Clark
07:00 - Setting yourself up for success while out of the work place, time management + routines around the house
07:52 - 10pm bedtime? ref: Moon Brew for sleep a few hours before bed and removing digital gadgets
08:50 - On morning routines and habitual disciplines
09:31 - On understanding how to adjust your sleep schedule; if youâre a night owl. Ref: Robin Sharma book
11:00 - What happens if your routine and schedule get out of whack?
12:00 - On parenting and your morning rituals
12:48 - Living by example works
13:28 - What advice would you give to those diagnosed as ADHD/Neurodivergent and perhaps in Gen Alpha; who are looking for new jobs, especially in the corporate sector? Ref: what is an ERG Program?
16:44 - On sleep studies, a Hypersomnia diagnosis, and about sharing personal things with your work family
17:28 - How can people find you? @MayaLeah on INSTA
17:52 - Thanks so much for listening to Faster Than Normal. Please join us again very soon!
Know anyone doing wonderful things with #ADHD or their neurodivergent mind? We would love to have them on and listen to how they are using their #neurodiversity to their advantage. Shoot me an email and we will get them booked!
My link tree is here if youâre looking for something specific. https://linktr.ee/petershankman
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Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives.
Ari Tuckman, PsyD, MBA is a psychologist, international presenter, and ADHD thought leader. The author or acclaimed ADHD After Dark, today joins us after a few years to tell us about his highly anticipated fifth book, The ADHD Productivity Manual. You can find more information about his books, his podcast More Attention, Less Deficit, upcoming and recorded presentations and contact information at adultADHDbook.com. Enjoy!
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[Episode 332 I believe, but we will be 10 years old, wowzers! -Ed]
01:20 - Introducing and welcome back Ari Tuckman!
02:00 - COVID - 2025?
02:30 - Check out Peterâs interview with Ari about his book ADHD After Dark Interview here!
02:50 - Tell us about your new book The ADHD Productivity Manual
03:00 - Fitting the pieces of lists together, and how we can get stuff done, better and quicker
04:20 - Itâs an easy read, right?
04:47 - What are you dealing with in your brain today? Let us know if the comments!
05:22 - Lazy, Stupid, Studio, or Crazy?
05:55 - On starting the learning late, and focusing on the right lessons and rituals for us.
06:40 - Experiences are our own
07:00 - On being kind to others. And dogs, and cats, all of the pets.
08:11 - On the importance of community support, and laughter
08:50 - On being a good person. A mentor who speaks your language/same brain.
10:05 - 5 FAST THINGS from the book:
How to live with: Schedules, To Do Lists, and ALARMS and deadlines How to handle social stuff, and othersâ expectationa of you and your work How to have faith and deal with the process, experience your experience; but show up and keep showing up. On focusing on the process and not giving up on the daily confusion or frustration. Whatâs the point anyway?12:25 - A final thought on personal effectiveness and productivity using ADHD
13:06 - How can people find you? More Attention, Less Deficit also at adultADHDbook.com
13:18 - Thanks so much for listening to Faster Than Normal. Please join us again very soon!
D you know of anyone doing wonderful things with #ADHD? We would love to have them on and listen to how they are using their #neurodiversity to their advantage. Shoot me an email and we will get them booked! See you shortly!
My link tree is here if youâre looking for something specific. https://linktr.ee/petershankman
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Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives.
Our guest today is psychologist, international speaker, and the CoFounder of Coa, the gym for mental health, Dr. Emily Anhalt. Dr. Anhalt studied psychology at the University of Michigan and attained Masters and Doctorate degrees in Clinical Psychology in Berkley, California. She conducted her doctoral research on ADHD and Success Without the Use of Medication and has spent the past two decades working clinically with executives, founders, and tech employees to support their emotional fitness. Dr. Anhalt has matched more than 800 people into therapy and has collaborated with some of the fastest-growing technology companies in the world including Google, Salesforce, NBCUniversal, NASDAQ, and the NBA.
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00:40 - Thank you for listening and for subscribing!!
01:20 - Introducing and welcoming Dr. Emily Anhalt.
01:44 - Emily in her own words.
02:13 - Emilyâs research on adult ADHD success without the use of medication.
02:29 - 3 keys to success alongside your ADHD.
04:45 - Is ADHD a good or a bad thing?
06:25 - Reframing ADHD.
06:53 - Gen Zers are standing up for their mental health and destigmatize ADHD.
08:03 - Social media is flipping the way we view mental health and ADHD.
08:56 - But itâs also paving the way for âDr. TikToksâ to take over.
10:07 - Al as a tool for the neurodiverse brain.
11:31 - Why AI is a tool and not a way to diagnose or get therapy.
12:08 - Emilyâs new book, âFlex Your Feelings, Train Your Brain to Develop the Seven Traits of Emotional Fitness.â
13:44 - Connecting with Emily.
14:16 - Thanks so much for listening to Faster Than Normal. Please join us again very soon!
Know anyone doing wonderful things with #ADHD? We would love to have them on and listen to how they are using their #neurodiversity to their advantage. Shoot me an email and we will get them booked!
Connecting with Emily:
Website: dremilyanhalt.com
Instagram: @dremilyanhalt
LinkedIn: Dr. Emily Anhalt
X: @dremilyanhalt
Donât forget to pre-order Emilyâs debut book, Flex Your Feelings, Train Your Brain to Develop the 7 Traits of Emotional Fitness before it launches on May 13, 2025!
My link tree is here if youâre looking for something specific. https://linktr.ee/petershankman
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Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives.
Our guest today is family man, entrepreneur and CEO, Mike Dos Santos. Mike is the CEO of Versatile Studios, a production studio with offices worldwide, the creator of Versa Battery and Co-Founder of Crane Properties LLC and Crane Property Holdings LLC. Mike is also a former partner in One Drop Rentals and a former director for Quixote Studios New York. Today, Mike shares how he has learned to stay focused amidst his busy schedule and he and Peter discuss how exercise has been a game changer for both of their careers.
Born and raised in Boston, Mike was drawn to photography at an early age and graduated from Northeastern University in 2003 with a degree in Computer Science and a minor in Photography. Mike completed his photography degree at the New England School of Photography and started in the photo industry as an assistant, worked in digital tech, and was a retoucher and photographer before establishing his own digital production studio, Versatile Studios, in Manhattan and Los Angeles. In addition to Versatile Studios, Mike and his partner, Shawna, created Crane Properties, a real estate redevelopment company investing in the North Shore of Boston as well as Crane Property Holdings with real estate holdings across the United States.
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00:40 - Thank you for listening and for subscribing!
01:20 - Introducing and welcoming Mike Dos Santos, CEO of Versatile Studios.
03:15 - How Mike juggles his busy schedule with #ADHD.
04:56 - Why trusting your employees is a game-changer for your business.
05:28 - What excites Mike most about his busy days?
07:25 - How to persevere when tasks are boring as someone with #ADHD.
07:58 - Brain.fm to help #ADHDers focus on boring tasks (use this link to get brain.fm for FREE for 30 days exclusively for FTN listeners)
09:32 - How working out first thing in the morning can help #ADHDers to crush the day.
12:18 - Peter and Mike talk about their favorite workouts.
15:05 - Connecting with Mike.
16:06 - Thanks so much for listening to Faster Than Normal. Please join us again very soon!
Know anyone doing wonderful things with #ADHD? We would love to have them on and listen to how they are using their #neurodiversity to their advantage. Shoot me an email and we will get them booked!
Connecting with Mike:
Website: Versatilestudios.com
Instagram: @mikedos22
Donât forget to click this LINK to access 30 days of brain.fm for FREE exclusively for Faster Than Normal listeners.
My link tree is here if youâre looking for something specific. https://linktr.ee/petershankman
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Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives.
Our guest today is Angela Engel, founder of the Collective Book Studio.The Collective Book Studio is a publishing company that is committed to honoring every authorâs voice through the entire creative process. Angela created The Collective Book Studio because she saw a need for a new kind of publishing business: one that adhered to the authorâs vision every step of the way. Angelaâs experience in traditional publishing supports her keen eye for bringing beautifully crafted books to life. Her passion for literature and innovative thinking influences every product she undertakes, ensuring each book reflects the unique vision of its creator.
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01:20 - Introducing and welcoming Angela Engel.
02:40 - Why doesnât everyone write a book?
04:11 - So you have an idea for a book, what now?
05:16 - So you wrote a book. Whatâs next?
06:48 - So you found a publisher. How do you promote your book?
08:09 - What makes Angela's Collective Book Studio different?
11:40 - Inside Angelaâs experience as a mom to a teenage girl with #ADHD.
14:28 - Connecting with Angela.
15:38 - Thanks so much for listening to Faster Than Normal. Please join us again very soon!
Connect with Angela:
LinkedIn: @Angela Engel
Website: Collective Book Studio
Know anyone doing wonderful things with #ADHD? We would love to have them on and listen to how they are using their #neurodiversity to their advantage. Shoot me an email and we will get them booked!
My link tree is here if youâre looking for something specific. https://linktr.ee/petershankman
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Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives.
Our guest today is Dan Clark, CEO of brain.fm, a platform that helps you work better through music by stimulating your brain with gentle rhythmic pulses that support attention. Dan has been fascinated with technology and passionate about its ability to positively impact the world from a young age. He started building websites when he was 13, began a design and advertising business at 18 and has driven millions in revenue for multinational brands. Dan has truly been at the forefront of using technology to exponentially grow successful businesses.
Dan was one of brain.fmâs first users. The story of how he came to be CEO demonstrates Danâs drive to use technology for positive impact. Dan called the company 12 times before they agreed to bring him in for an interview. When he did receive an offer, he jumped at it (âjumpedâ as in, he worked for FREE for the first few weeks!) Dan worked his way to brain.fmâs Head of Technology and is now CEO. As CEO, Dan is constantly striving to build a company that will change the world through music and be one of the best companies for people to work for and grow with.
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00:40 - Thank you for listening and for subscribing!!
01:20 - Introducing and welcoming Dan Clark, CEO of brain.fm.
01:50 - Updates on brain.fm since we last talked to Dan.
03:42 - Brain.fm in a nutshell and how they help people focus.
05:30 - Why music can be a gamechanger for people with #ADHD.
06:40 - Solutions tailored to each person.
08:06 - The science behind brain.fm.
12:12 - Whatâs next for brain.fm.
14:30 - Thanks so much for listening to Faster Than Normal. Please join us again very soon!
Connect with Dan on LinkedIn
Check out brain.fm today!
Know anyone doing wonderful things with #ADHD? We would love to have them on and listen to how they are using their #neurodiversity to their advantage. Shoot me an email and we will get them booked!
My link tree is here if youâre looking for something specific. https://linktr.ee/petershankman
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Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives.
Our guest today is Cat Duval. Cat is a transformational coach, speaker, and founder of Nine Lives Yoga, specializing in helping neurodiverse entrepreneursâespecially ADHDpreneursâovercome burnout and thrive. With over a decade of experience and a global reach of 25,000 clients in 11 countries, Cat integrates neuroscience, mindfulness, and yoga philosophy to empower individuals to unlock their potential. Her signature 4 Pillars of Happiness frameworkâPeace, Purpose, Power, and Playâguides clients to create routines that prioritize well-being, growth, and connection. Catâs work has supported progressive business owners and blue chip companies like Microsoft, Unilever, and the National Health Service (NHS.) Her latest project, ADHDpreneurs, is geared towards spreading the practices to boldly go from flux to flow, no matter your stage of business.
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00:40 - Thank you for listening and for subscribing!!
01:03 - Introducing and welcoming Cat Duval!
01:52 - Catâs story and how she ended up working with ADHDers.
03:45 - Using yoga to slow down with ADHD.
06:03 - Finding mental balance through flow states.
10:03 - Visualization and how Cat discovered yoga.
12:53 - Connecting with Cat and accessing her exclusive Flow Hacks Action Pack for Faster Than Normal Listeners.
13:36 - Thanks so much for listening to Faster Than Normal. Please join us again very soon!
Connect with Cat
Website: www.catduval.co.uk
Facebook: Cat Duval
Instagram: @cat.duval
YouTube: @CatDuvalNineLivesYoga
LinkedIn: Cat Duval
Get access to Catâs Flow Hacks Action Pack created just for Father Than Normal Listeners here!
Know anyone doing wonderful things with #ADHD? We would love to have them on and listen to how they are using their #neurodiversity to their advantage. Shoot me an email and we will get them booked!
My link tree is here if youâre looking for something specific. https://linktr.ee/petershankman
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Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives.
Our guest today is Emily Gironda. Emily has 20 years of teaching and instructional design experience. She began her education career in high school English classrooms, specializing in teaching writing and metacognition (that is thinking about oneâs own thinking.) Emilyâs expertise extends to curriculum development, including programs for gifted and neurodivergent learners at the University of Virginia.
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01:54 - Introducing and welcome Emily Gironda
02:34 - Why does Emily post on Threads?
04:05 - 2E schools and Emilyâs experience writing curriculum
06:19 - What are the first things you notice when evaluating for neurodivergent thinkers?
09:14 - Student attention factors
10:12 - What do gifted students really need?
12:02 - Wrestling with the exclusive class aspect of giftedness
12:42 - What would you say to a parent who is looking at their child in a regular school and saying, âsomething isnât clickingâ?
14:04 - Connecting with Emily on Threads
19:35 - Thanks so much for listening to Faster Than Normal. Please join us again very soon!
Connecting with Emily:
Threads: @emily.anne.g
Know anyone doing wonderful things with #ADHD? We would love to have them on and listen to how they are using their #neurodiversity to their advantage. Shoot me an email and we will get them booked!
My link tree is here if youâre looking for something specific. https://linktr.ee/petershankman
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Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives.
Antonia Bowring is a leading executive coach in New York City, working with founders, C-Suite executives, and leadership teams to unlock their potential. One of her specialties is helping neurodiverse leaders create the necessary scaffolding to leverage their gifts and maintain their focus. As a frequent speaker, Antonia tackles topics like leadership mindset, ADHD in the workplace, and communication strategies. Her articles for the Forbes Coaches Council are widely read, and The American Reporter named her one of the 10 leadership coaches to watch in 2022. Antoniaâs first book, Coach Yourself: Increase Awareness, Change Behavior, and Thrive empowers leaders to flourish as individuals and thrive at work. Her latest ebook, ADHD Success Planner: Your Simple Guide to Boost Productivity with Less Stress, offers tangible tools for ADHDers to pursue their goals with greater ease. When sheâs not coaching or writing, Antonia is passionate about her family and endurance fitness challenges. While she lives in New York City, British Columbia is home in her heart. Learn more about her work at ab-strategies.com.
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01:02 - Introducing and welcome
03:00 - Antoniaâs take on endurance fitness
05:19 - Working with neurodivergent executives
07:33 - Biggest roadblocks for executives
10:06 - The importance of step goals
12:32 - Increasing blood flow to increase focus
13:40 - Antoniaâs E-book that breaks down planning and prioritizing
15:50 - Planning as a security blanket for your weekly to-dos
16:57 - Connecting with Antonia
17:45 - Thanks so much for listening to Faster Than Normal. Please join us again very soon!
Connect with Antonia:
LinkedIn: Antonia Bowring
TikTok: @antoniabowring963
ab-strategies.com
Planning and prioritizing with ADHD can be difficult. Antonia has created a system for planning, prioritizing, and getting stuff done! Purchase your copy of Antoniaâs ADHD Success Planner here.
Know anyone doing wonderful things with #ADHD? We would love to have them on and listen to how they are using their #neurodiversity to their advantage. Shoot me an email and we will get them booked!
My link tree is here if youâre looking for something specific. https://linktr.ee/petershankman
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Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives.
Our guest today is Aleksandra Czech-Seklecka. She is an entrepreneur originally from Poland, now living in Scotland. Her career journey has been diverse and shaped by a deep curiosity and drive to pursue multiple passions, holding degrees in cross-cultural psychology, media psychology, and cultural studies with a specialization in Japanese culture, along with certification in the Japanese language. In her own words:
Growing up, I faced many challenges. I come from a difficult family background and was bullied throughout most of my life, which deeply impacted my self-esteem. These experiences, combined with the struggle of living with undiagnosed ADHD and with chronic pain, with undiagnosed endometriosis, pushed me to develop resilience and determination. I learned early on how to persevere, which has shaped the way I approach life and business today. After a few career starts I moved into project management at Samsung R&D Institute Poland, gained certifications in Prince2 and Agile, and co-created a Project Management Office for Android commercialization across Europe. After moving to Scotland, my career took an unexpected turn due to health challenges. I was diagnosed with endometriosis (finally after 20 years of suffering), which required multiple surgeries and led to a significant gap in my employment. This challenging period pushed me to reinvent myself, and I decided to focus on building my own business. During this time, finding work was made even more difficult by the timing of Brexit, which created additional barriers. So instead of banging my head against the wall, I decided to build my own business. I had many ideas, but I was constantly searching for something that could truly help others because I love helping people. Thatâs when VanFill was born - an on-demand platform connecting customers with transport providers using empty spaces in vans and trucks, helping underserved communities access delivery services. The idea came to life when I organized a collection of medical supplies in Scotland for Ukraine. I realized that this platform would be another way I could help others. I turned this idea into reality by learning no-code tools to build the prototype. Since then, I have participated in numerous accelerators and business programs to develop the skills and networks needed to bring VanFill to life. Throughout my life, Iâve been actively involved in volunteering - supporting women with chronic pain and health conditions, working with different charities, and helping minority groups. In addition to my entrepreneurial work, I am deeply committed to advocating for women living with chronic illness and chronic pain. As someone who also lives with ADHD, I know firsthand the mental and physical hurdles that can arise. Through my journey, I want to inspire and empower women facing similar challenges to pursue their goals despite the obstacles. Currently, I am writing a book aimed at helping entrepreneurs, with a special focus on those living with ADHD and chronic conditions, offering guidance and inspiration for navigating the challenges of building a business while managing health difficulties and living with ADHD. I believe that no matter the challenges - be it chronic pain, personal struggles, or professional roadblocks - there is always a way forward. We just need to find the right map and guidance to not get lost on our way. Enjoy!
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00:40 - Thank you for listening and for subscribing!!
01:20 - Introducing and welcome Aleksandra Czech-Seklecka! Ref: https://www.vanfill.co.uk
02:50 - What was growing up with ADHD like for you in Poland?
04:00 - On finding a focused pursuit for her passions and talents
05:40 - Endometriosis and finding a name for what was wrong, in order to build a support kit
06:50 - On adjusting to being ADHD
07:20 - About not knowing whatâs wrong with your partner
08:10 - Explaining the gap in her resume/CV
09:10 - On rethinking her life after being diagnosed and not being able to walk for a year
10:00 - On finding her niche
10:50 - On starting your own business with ADHD and how to avoid being bored
12:15 - On social media marketing, distractions/choices and being ADHD
13:00 - About the benefits of time blocking, logging ideas and setting priorities
13:58 - What other rules and tools do you put into play to make sure things happen?
15:20 - On overwhelm and emotional processing
16:02 - Never underestimate screaming out in nature with friends!
16:50 - Spousal help and office/task management
18:06 - How can people find you?
Via https://www.vanfill.co.uk also on LinkedIn And @akaiworlds on Instagram and LinkedIN
18:30 - Forthcoming book teaser
19:35 - Thanks so much for listening to Faster Than Normal. Please join us again very soon!
Know anyone doing wonderful things with #ADHD? We would love to have them on and listen to how they are using their #neurodiversity to their advantage. Shoot me an email and we will get them booked!
My link tree is here if youâre looking for something specific. https://linktr.ee/petershankman
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Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives.
Jeff Johns is a lifelong adventure traveler and filmmaker who has spent nearly half of his life abroad, with the last twelve years as an expat living throughout Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Graduating with honors from the Brooks Institute of Photography in 2010, Johns is a passionate storyteller with a degree in documentary filmmaking and visual journalism. As a successful television producer, he has created popular shows for Discovery Channel, National Geographic, and the BBC. As the co-creator of the adventure travel platform âWhat Doesnât Suck?â, he has filmed and published videos from Everest Base Camp to the Great Pyramids, and the Albanian Alps to the Greenland ice sheet. Watched over 15 million times by a growing worldwide audience of 250,000, these travel guides highlight unique and off- the-beaten-path locations made accessible to even the novice traveler.
Jeff continues to work in the travel space as a senior creative producer for Booking.com and resides in the Netherlands with his French wife and their trilingual third-culture daughters. He struggles to keep up with all three. Enjoy!
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01:02 - Introducing and welcome Jeff Johns! Ref: https://www.whatdoesntsuck.com
02:20 - Tell about remote bars in Thailand; how did you wind up there?
02:28 - You were diagnosed with ADHD in High School, but you pursued a different course of management. Tell us!
04:30 - On eliminating the day-to-say of living in the US
05:07 - Did you miss a support system, kind of living on your own?
05:38 - On traveling to feel ânothingâ
06:40 - How did you channel your talents into Television production?
07:38 - What tools did you develop for yourself as you were traveling and working?
09:00 - What gave you the strength to keep your momentum streak going? Ref: DuoLingo
09:58 - Whatâs a day in your life like?
10:40 - On how rituals and resolutions work
12:10 - What do you do when you get overwhelm?
13:00 - Pre-dawn exercise rides (sometimes with police)
13:23 - How can people find you?
His books are on Amazon and via https://www.whatdoesntsuck.com Socials @WhatDoesntSuck at Facebook INSTA YouTube
14:04 - Thanks so much for listening to Faster Than Normal. Please join us again very soon!
Know anyone doing wonderful things with #ADHD? We would love to have them on and listen to how they are using their #neurodiversity to their advantage. Shoot me an email and we will get them booked!
My link tree is here if youâre looking for something specific. https://linktr.ee/petershankman
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Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives. After surviving a divorce and cancer all before she turned 35, mom and author-illustrator Sara Olsher took the lessons she learned about helping kids through major life changes and wrote a book. Then another, and another. She now has twelve picture books under her belt, and is the founder of Mighty and Bright, a company that helps kids and adults understand and manage their lives more easily using magnetic visual schedules. Sara was chosen as a 2023 Remarkable Woman by Nexstar Media. Enjoy!
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00:40 - Thank you again so much for listening and for subscribing!!
01:09 - Introducing and Welcome Sara Olsher!
02:06 - Whatâs your story; what were you doing before you became an author?
02:37 - On how her ADHD helped her learn about kids and anxiety
03:30 - On handling anxiety and divorce. Ref: Mighty and Bright
04:48 - Sometimes itâs the easiest things in the world that make the biggest differences
04:55 - Tell us about some of your books and your process? Ref: Cancer Party!
07:28 - On following your gut
08:20 - Cancer and book marketing professionals
09:50 - On writing her second book / how we talk about science and coping in a non-scary way
12:00 - About anticipatory grief and having conversations about tough stuff
13:30 - How can people find you?
All of her books are on Amazon. @saraOlsher on INSTA and @MightyandBrightCo on INSTA and TikTok and via https://mightyandbright.com/
13:50 - Thanks so much for listening to Faster Than Normal. Please join us again very soon!
Know anyone doing wonderful things with #ADHD? We would love to have them on and listen to how they are using their #neurodiversity to their advantage. Shoot me an email and we will get them booked!
My link tree is here if youâre looking for something specific. https://linktr.ee/petershankman
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Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives. Our guest today is Sam Led. He is a coach, speaker, author of Beyond ADHD, and host of the podcast The Fearless Now. Sam explores what is possible when we take our mind and thinking less seriously and discover our innate intelligence and wisdom underneath the daily dose of noise in an ADHD mind. Sam works with clients all over the world via Zoom. He leads one-on-one personalized coaching sessions and online group programs about understanding your ADHD mind and neurodiversity. He uses his years of experience and deep knowledge of personal development, human behavior, spirituality, and natural intuitive gifts to gently guide his clients. He helps them look underneath the heaviness of their noise called thinking to find true insight and wisdom on what to do next in any situation. Enjoy!
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00:40 - Thank you again so much for listening and for subscribing!!
00:50 - Introducing and Welcome Sam Led ref: The Fearless Now podcast
01:56 - Whatâs your story; when were you diagnosed?
03:08 - What was your trouble in school, what were your symptoms?
04:40 - Was there a moment when things just kinda clicked?
05:20 - On Mind Thought and Consciousness
05:38 - What are you telling people about ADHD and learning?
06:46 - On Anxiety and what your mind is telling you
07:30 - Anxiety, rejection and stimuli inside the ADHD brain
08:00 - A longer chapter about anxiety and how to deal
10:00 - About how to understand your brainâs signals
11:40 - How can people find you?
samledconsulting.com @samled1111 on INSTA TikTok and via The Fearless Now podcast and his Beyond ADHD Book
12:48 - Thanks so much for listening to Faster Than Normal. Please join us again very soon!
Know anyone doing wonderful things with #ADHD? We would love to have them on and listen to how they are using their #neurodivergence to their advantage. Shoot me an email and we will get them booked!
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Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives. I have been wanting to have our guests today on the podcast since we first started so I am thrilled to share my first interview with the Holderness Family with you!
Penn and Kim Holderness have been married for 18 years and for the past decade, they have been online content creators. Known for their award-winning videos of sketch comedy and music, they have garnered over 2 billion views and over 8 million followers across their social media platforms. Penn and Kim are best-selling authors, award-winning podcast hosts, and were winners on Season 33 of The Amazing Race. Before making their own content in the digital space, they honed their storytelling skills with twenty-five combined years in the TV news business. When they arenât making their audience laugh, they help international companies make videos of their own along with their team at Holderness Family Productions. Penn and Kim live in Raleigh, NC with their children, Lola and Penn Charles, and their dog, Sunny. Weâre talking routines, anxiety, medication, understanding partnerships, and of course how everything relates to our ADHD brains. Enjoy!
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01:13 - Introducing and Welcome Penn and Kim Holderness! Ref: Scott Monty interview
01:52 - Their great new book ADHD Is Awesome
02:44 - How did ADHD become a passion for your books and what was like like pre-diagnosis?
04:06 - On social acuity and ADHD
05:20 - For a lot of people ADHD isnât awesome; they havenât found their groove yet. How do we balance the good with the bad or challenging, while also breaking stereotypes through comedy, and raising awareness for further education and study?
08:00 - The meaning of Awesome is great but itâs also scary
09:00 - The book is in three parts; the first one is how a diagnosis stinks initially.
10:30 - On different types of jobs and how the ADHD brain can benefit us in work
12:20 - About Peterâs schedule and how medication is utilized depending on the environment/daily demands
13:30 - What is your daily schedule like and what rituals do you two use?
16:00 - Talk to us about your physical fitness routines
17:30 - On Peterâs ticket for running in Central Park
18:00 - When inspiration hits, how do you save it?
19:40 - On staying in deep work- what do you do to make sure you can keep your flow?
21:50 - On relationships and ADHD
23:30 - How can people find you?
https://theholdernessfamily.com @theholdernessfamily on Facebook, INSTA, TikTok, and YouTube
24:00 - Thanks so much for listening to Faster Than Normal. Please join us again very soon!
Know anyone doing wonderful things with #ADHD? We would love to have them on and listen to how they are using their #neurodivergence to their advantage. Shoot me an email and we will get them booked!
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Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives. Todaysâ guest is Dr. Jessica McCarthy. As a clinical neuropsychologist, clinical psychologist, and certified school psychologist, Dr. McCarthy provides evidence-based neuropsychological assessment and cognitive-behavioral therapy across the lifespan. Approachable, relatable, and with a sharp sense of humor, Dr. McCarthy has a positive demeanor and quickly puts you at ease with her engaging, refreshing style, and no-nonsense but compassionate approach that holds clients accountable for working toward values-driven change. Weâre happy to be talking with her today about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
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01:13 - Introducing and Welcome Dr. Jessica McCarthy of www.elementspsych.com02:40 - Dr. McCarthy on her ADHD diagnosis
03:47 - About learning how to study in school
05:00 - On understanding individual strengths and capitalizing on learning
05:30 - What do you tell a parent whoâs child has just been diagnosed as neurodivergent?
07:20 - On the pitfalls of Dr.Google
08:40 - On using data points to tell a story
09:30 - Finding the right types of supports for students and parents
11:00 - On sharing the research/how good is the information?
12:20 - About the searching for information and finding a safe space to do so
14:20 - On diagnosis, accommodations and deficits
16:03 - How can people find you?
www.elementspsych.com
elements_psych on INSTA16:38 - Thanks so much for listening to Faster Than Normal. Please join us again very soon!
Know anyone doing wonderful things with #ADHD? We would love to have them on and listen to how they are using their #neurodivergence to their advantage. Shoot me an email and we will get them booked!
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Having #ADD or #ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their #ADD and #ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives.
Our Guest today is Dr. Jeffrey Gurian, a well known âRenaissance Man.â He is a doctor, motivational speaker, comedy writer, performer, director, author, producer and radio personality. Dr. Gurian spent 20 years on the board of The Association for Spirituality and Psychotherapy, 12 years at NYU as a Clinical Professor in Oral Medicine and Pro-Facial Pain, and 25 years as a Cosmetic Dentist. Dr. Gurian specialized in treating headaches and the physical symptoms of stress, using âEnergy Healingâ as his modality, with a technique he developed called âSTAR Therapy.â He also developed a method to stop stuttering that he successfully used to get rid of his own stutter. On top of his doctoral pursuits, Dr. Gurian boasts a long-standing career in comedy, and has worked with some of the biggest comedy stars from the last 20 years. Dr. Gurian is also the author of eight books and is a regular motivational speaker.
Enjoy!
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00:00 - Thank you again so much for listening and for subscribing!!
01:00 - Introducing Jeffrey.
03:01 - Iâve been busy with #ADHD.
04:29 - #ADHD makes you better at what you do.
05:33 - ADHD and #stuttering.
06:17 - Overcoming fear and tackling his stutter.
09:01 - Neurodivergent problem-solving.
11:07 - Sensitivity and neurodivergence.
11:50 - Healing the wounds that affect your decisions.
Connect with Jeffrey on:
Instagram: @jeffreygurian
Youtube: Comedy Matters TV
Visit Jeffreyâs comedy website: comedymatterstv.com
To stop your stuttering today, visit: stopstutteringnowgurian.com
If you haven't picked up a copy of my book The Boy with the Faster Brain yet, it is on Amazon and it is a number #1 One Bestseller in all categories! Click HERE or buy your copy at https://amzn.to/3FcAKkI. My link tree is here if youâre looking for something specific: https://linktr.ee/petershankman.
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Having #ADD or #ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their #ADD and #ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives.
Our Guest today is Dr. Anna Burns, PT, DPT. Dr. Burns is an ADHD coach for ADHD moms. As a coach and #ADHDmom herself, she helps moms who struggle to keep their lives and their familyâs lives organized and running smoothly. She provides skills, tools, and an understanding of ADHD brains to make their worlds fit around them, not the other way around. Dr. Burns has a background as a pelvic health physical therapist and is a mom living outside of Boston.
Enjoy!
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00:00 - Thank you again so much for listening and for subscribing!!
01:00 - Introducing Anna.
01:45 - Annaâs diagnosis story.
03:11 - Parents are being diagnosed more frequently.
03:45 - Helping those with a late #ADHD diagnosis.
04:52 - How to create doable strategies for busy moms with #ADHD.
08:00 - How to define #ADHD so that it does not become a catch-all?
10:30 - How to handle the internalized idea that you are broken.
Connect with Anna on:
Facebook: Anna Burns Wellness
Instagram: @annaburnswellness
LInkedIn: Anna (Koteff) Burns, PT, DPT
Click this link to gain access to Annaâs free time-management tools for moms!
If you haven't picked up a copy of my book The Boy with the Faster Brain yet, it is on Amazon and it is a number #1 One Bestseller in all categories! Click HERE or buy your copy at https://amzn.to/3FcAKkI. My link tree is here if youâre looking for something specific: https://linktr.ee/petershankman.
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Having #ADD or #ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their #ADD and #ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives.
Our Guest today, Maria Austin, is the lead actor in the Apple TV feature film, âMercy,â and she will be on stage at the Playground Theater in West London playing in âAgatha,â a multi-award winning play, written by Angela Davis. Maria also founded the production company, Dawn Chorus Films, which is working to bring more women to professional TV crews. Maria is passionate about telling womenâs stories and experiences and she was diagnosed with #ADHD at 30.
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00:00 - Thank you again so much for listening and for subscribing!!
00:44 - Introducing Maria.
02:25 - Mariaâs diagnosis story and what she is learning now.
03:35 - Being a woman growing up with undiagnosed #ADHD.
05:20 - Going to school with #ADHD.
07:16 - Mariaâs theater experience.
09:04 - Why she founded Dawn Chorus Films.
11:27 - What would you tell a young person who wants to perform but is scared?
12:50 - "Hyperfixation helps my acting career."
Connect with Maria on Instagram @mlaustin92
If you haven't picked up a copy of my book The Boy with the Faster Brain yet, it is on Amazon and it is a number #1 One Bestseller in all categories! Click HERE or buy your copy at https://amzn.to/3FcAKkI. My link tree is here if youâre looking for something specific: https://linktr.ee/petershankman.
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*In this episode, we discuss topics that are adult or sexual in nature. Listener discretion is advised.*
Having #ADD or #ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their #ADD and #ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives.
Our Guest today is Kim Airs. Kim takes a friendly and honest approach to sexuality education and has been in the sexual health and wellness field for 30 years. Kim founded the award winning store, âGrand Opening!â, in 1993 after she left a high ranking job at Harvard University. Kim currently is a consultant for emerging sexual health and wellness products, she reviews products for several publications, provides product trainings, and is involved in several areas of sexual health education. She has taught countless classes on consensual sexuality, provides sex education for doctors, sex therapists, and other professionals in the sexual and wellness field, and hosts a podcast called âSex Chats with Kim Airs.â Kim has recently been named to the 2024 Adult Video News Hall of Fame and has presented for numerous sexual health organizations and in many universities while also contributing to several well known publications in the industry. She was the inspiration for the documentary, âOrgasm Inc.,â about the prescription drug industryâs interest in womenâs sexual health and wellness and she founded the countryâs first amateur adult film festival. Enjoy!
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00:00 - Thank you again so much for listening and for subscribing!!
02:13 - Why I brought Kim on the podcast.
02:39 - How do you go from Harvard to sex store?
03:20 - âI have a crazy passion about all things sex.â
06:07 - Sex and #ADHD.
07:04 - Advice for those who are uncomfortable talking about sex.
09:20 - Coining the term âsexual health and wellness.â
12:47 - The turning point for society.
13:30 - The hard signs around sexuality.
Connect with Kim on:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimairs/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kim.airs
X: @kimairs
Cameo- naughty grandma
If you haven't picked up a copy of my book The Boy with the Faster Brain yet, it is on Amazon and it is a number #1 One Bestseller in all categories! Click HERE or buy your copy at https://amzn.to/3FcAKkI. My link tree is here if youâre looking for something specific: https://linktr.ee/petershankman.
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Having #ADD or #ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their #ADD and #ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives.
Our Guest today is AndrĂ© Brisson, host of The Impulsive Thinker Podcast, the podcast for the high achieving #ADHD entrepreneur. Andre owns a consulting engineering company and recently started Tactical Breakthroughs where he is developing the ADHD Transformation Journey program. Diagnosed late in life with severe #ADHD and mild Aspergerâs (#ASD), the mechanisms and systems he created to overcome his undiagnosed ADHD have helped him achieve success. AndrĂ© has a special ability for learning complex information and simplifying it to help others to solve complex problems. He currently operates three successful companies, including a self-managing entrepreneurial engineering firm specializing in niche markets that require unique training, experience, and impulsive instinct to try new things.
Enjoy!
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00:00 - Thank you again so much for listening and for subscribing!!
01:02 - Life updates with Andre
02:00 - How is #neurodiversity treating you?
03:09 - Avoiding complications
04:34 - Emotional wounds vs physical wounds with #ADHD
06:19 - Communicating with assertiveness
07:47 - Growing up being told you are âbrokenâ
08:20 - Getting in trouble for how things get done, not the end result
09:00 - How do you break old habits?
11:00 - Having teenage girls who are getting older
11:58 - Learning how to ask for help
13:05 - Advocating for his daughter
14:10 - A new way to problem solve
15:25 - Formulas and distrust.
16:20 - Brainstorming without action
18:06 - You need to understand why
Connect with André on:
Facebook: @André Brisson
LInkedIn: @André Brisson, P. Eng.
X: @fatrol
Website: https://www.tacticalbts.com
Check out AndrĂ©âs Objective Engineering Breakthrough Inc. here.
Technical Breakthroughs:
Facebook: @Tactical Breakthroughs
LinkedIn: @Tactical Breakthroughs
X: @TacticalBts
Website: https://www.tacticalbts.com
The Impulsive Thinker Podcast:
Facebook: @The Impulsive Thinker Podcast
LinkedIn: @The Impulsive Thinker Podcast
X: @impulsivthinker
Website: https://www.tacticalbts.com/podcast
If you haven't picked up a copy of my book The Boy with the Faster Brain yet, it is on Amazon and it is a number #1 One Bestseller in all categories! Click HERE or buy your copy at https://amzn.to/3FcAKkI. My link tree is here if youâre looking for something specific: https://linktr.ee/petershankman.
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