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We believe that success with ADHD is possible... with a little translation. Hosts Asher Collins and Dusty Chipura, both ADHD coaches who have plenty of insight to share navigating their own ADHD experiences, discuss how to live more authentically as an adult with ADHD and how to create real, sustained change to achieve greater success. If you are an adult with ADHD who wants more out of their business, career, and life, this is the podcast for you!
Episodes
Monday Oct 07, 2024
Navigating Identity: ADHD and the Search for Self
Monday Oct 07, 2024
Monday Oct 07, 2024
In this episode of Translating ADHD, hosts Ash and Dusty explore the complex relationship between ADHD and personal identity. They discuss how the challenges of ADHD can obscure one's sense of self, leading to feelings of confusion and frustration when trying to differentiate between authentic traits and behaviors shaped by neurodivergence. Through personal anecdotes and client experiences, they highlight the importance of understanding strengths and challenges as intertwined aspects of identity, emphasizing that it's possible to embrace a multifaceted self rather than getting caught in all-or-nothing thinking.
The conversation also delves into practical strategies for navigating identity work, including exercises for self-reflection and the role of coaching in fostering self-awareness. Ash and Dusty encourage listeners to recognize that their identities are not strictly defined by their ADHD but are part of a broader, richer tapestry of experiences. By acknowledging both strengths and challenges, individuals can cultivate a more nuanced understanding of who they are, leading to greater self-acceptance and empowerment.
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- Our Process: Understand, Own, Translate.
- About Asher and Dusty
- Resources from this podcast
- Values and Needs Exercise
- Rewriting the Rules by Meg John Barker
For more of the Translating ADHD podcast:
- Episode Transcripts: visit TranslatingADHD.com and click on the episode
- Follow us on Twitter: @TranslatingADHD
- Visit the Website: TranslatingADHD.com
Monday Sep 30, 2024
Navigating Fitness with ADHD: Finding Your Unique Path
Monday Sep 30, 2024
Monday Sep 30, 2024
In this episode of Translating ADHD, hosts Ash and Dusty explore the often contentious relationship between individuals with ADHD and exercise. They discuss the cultural stigma surrounding body image and the challenges of maintaining a consistent fitness routine. Through personal anecdotes and client experiences, they highlight the importance of redefining exercise not as a punishment for one's body but as a celebration of its capabilities. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-acceptance and the freedom to explore different forms of movement without the pressure of achieving a specific outcome.
Ash and Dusty share their unique journeys toward finding enjoyable ways to stay active, revealing how community support, novelty, and external accountability have played crucial roles in their success. They encourage listeners to experiment with various activities, focus on building consistency, and detach from societal expectations regarding body image and fitness. Ultimately, this episode serves as a reminder that nurturing our bodies can be a fulfilling experience when approached with the right mindset.
Episode links + resources:
For more of the Translating ADHD podcast:
- Episode Transcripts: visit TranslatingADHD.com and click on the episode
- Follow us on Twitter: @TranslatingADHD
- Visit the Website: TranslatingADHD.com
Monday Sep 23, 2024
From Shame to Acceptance: Transforming ADHD Struggles
Monday Sep 23, 2024
Monday Sep 23, 2024
In this episode of Translating ADHD, Ash and Dusty explore the vital theme of self-acceptance in the context of living with ADHD. They discuss the challenges faced by individuals, particularly those who were late-diagnosed, and how societal values can influence feelings of shame and inadequacy. Through real-life examples and client stories, they illustrate the importance of reframing self-criticism into curiosity, allowing for meaningful behavioral changes and personal growth.
The conversation also emphasizes the power of community in fostering self-acceptance. By engaging with others who share similar experiences, individuals can validate their struggles and find understanding. Ash and Dusty highlight how creating a supportive environment encourages curiosity and experimentation, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling life that honors one's unique neurodivergent journey.
Episode links + resources:
For more of the Translating ADHD podcast:
- Episode Transcripts: visit TranslatingADHD.com and click on the episode
- Follow us on Twitter: @TranslatingADHD
- Visit the Website: TranslatingADHD.com
Monday Sep 16, 2024
Navigating Self-Acceptance: Dusty Chipura's ADHD Journey
Monday Sep 16, 2024
Monday Sep 16, 2024
In this episode of Translating ADHD, hosts Ash and Dusty delve into Dusty's personal journey with ADHD, exploring her path from diagnosis to becoming an influential ADHD coach. Dusty shares her early experiences and the revelation that came when she realized she might have ADHD, alongside reflections on her family dynamics and how they shaped her understanding of herself. Through her candid storytelling, she highlights the importance of self-acceptance and the challenges she faced in structured environments, ultimately leading her to embrace her authentic self and share those insights with others.
As the conversation unfolds, Dusty discusses her unique approach to coaching, emphasizing the significance of curiosity and connection in her practice. She reflects on how her identity and life experiences influence her coaching style, which includes modeling vulnerability and emotional regulation for her clients. This episode serves as a heartfelt introduction to Dusty as a new voice in the podcast, inviting listeners to join her on a journey of self-discovery, acceptance, and empowerment in the context of ADHD.
Episode links + resources:
For more of the Translating ADHD podcast:
- Episode Transcripts: visit TranslatingADHD.com and click on the episode
- Follow us on Twitter: @TranslatingADHD
- Visit the Website: TranslatingADHD.com
Monday Jul 15, 2024
Season 2 Finale: Future Plans
Monday Jul 15, 2024
Monday Jul 15, 2024
In this episode of the Translating ADHD podcast, Ash and Cam reflect on their five-year journey and announce significant changes ahead. Cam shares his future plans, focusing on training and educating ADHD coaches and supporting ADHD adults to have more agency in their lives.
Ash discusses the upcoming evolution of the podcast. Instead of a permanent co-host, Ash will introduce temporary co-hosts for shorter seasons of 8-12 episodes. This approach aims to bring fresh perspectives and diverse experiences to the show. Ash also expresses excitement about continuing to help listeners understand and articulate their ADHD experiences.
Both hosts express gratitude for their journey together and excitement for their future endeavors. They invite listeners to stay engaged and follow their individual projects through their respective websites.
Episode links + resources:
For more of the Translating ADHD podcast:
- Episode Transcripts: visit TranslatingADHD.com and click on the episode
- Follow us on Twitter: @TranslatingADHD
- Visit the Website: TranslatingADHD.com
Monday Jul 08, 2024
Ash and Cam Reflect on Five Years of Translating ADHD
Monday Jul 08, 2024
Monday Jul 08, 2024
In this episode of "Translating ADHD," Ash and Cam reflect on their journey over the past five years as they prepare for Cam's departure from the podcast. They discuss how they've grown as individuals, coaches, and podcast hosts, sharing highlights from their 217 episodes. They emphasize the impact of their partnership, noting how their differing perspectives and support for each other have enriched the content and deepened their understanding of ADHD. They talk about the importance of their listeners and community, particularly the value of their Discord channel and group coaching sessions.
They also reflect on their coaching philosophies, such as the concepts of "understand, own, translate" and "pause, disrupt, pivot," which have resonated with their audience. Cam and Ash express gratitude for the generosity of their clients, whose experiences have significantly contributed to the podcast. They also highlight the accelerated progress of listeners who become clients, noting that their podcast provides a foundational understanding that enhances the coaching process.
In conclusion, they read a heartfelt email from a listener, showcasing the profound impact their work has had on individuals. Cam and Ash express their commitment to continue their work in new directions, emphasizing their ongoing dedication to helping people understand and navigate ADHD.
Episode links + resources:
For more of the Translating ADHD podcast:
- Episode Transcripts: visit TranslatingADHD.com and click on the episode
- Follow us on Twitter: @TranslatingADHD
- Visit the Website: TranslatingADHD.com
Monday Jul 01, 2024
Cam Says Goodbye to Translating ADHD
Monday Jul 01, 2024
Monday Jul 01, 2024
In this episode of "Translating ADHD," hosts Ash and Cam announce significant changes for the podcast. Cam shares his decision to leave the show after almost five years and 217 episodes, explaining that he wants to explore new opportunities in the ADHD coaching realm.
Both hosts reflect on their journey, acknowledging how their combined perspectives have enriched the podcast and their coaching practices. They discuss the challenges of generating new content and the invigorating feeling of exploring new paths. Ash assures listeners that the podcast will continue with him at the helm, though it will undergo changes and might include new perspectives and formats. He commits to having new episodes by January 2025 and invites listener feedback and ideas for future content.
Cam and Ash emphasize their ongoing commitment to the ADHD community, highlighting their desire to provide accurate information and support. They conclude by expressing gratitude for their journey together and excitement for their individual future endeavors.
Episode links + resources:
For more of the Translating ADHD podcast:
- Episode Transcripts: visit TranslatingADHD.com and click on the episode
- Follow us on Twitter: @TranslatingADHD
- Visit the Website: TranslatingADHD.com
Monday Jun 17, 2024
ADHD, Community and Making Room for Mistakes
Monday Jun 17, 2024
Monday Jun 17, 2024
In this episode of Translating ADHD, Ash and Cam discuss the importance of community for individuals with ADHD. They emphasize how community provides essential support for personal growth, learning, and navigating challenges. The hosts stress the need for room to work out our challenges and how ADHD can make it difficult to see anything but perfection as a goal and rejection as the obstacle on the path to change. Ash shares a personal experience from a Pride camping trip, highlighting the significance of self-acceptance and the role of safe, trusting environments.
They discuss the concept of "chosen family," where mutual trust and safety allow for genuine self-expression and learning from mistakes. The episode concludes by stressing the value of showing up and engaging in communities that align with personal interests, as these spaces can offer crucial support and opportunities for growth.
Episode links + resources:
For more of the Translating ADHD podcast:
- Episode Transcripts: visit TranslatingADHD.com and click on the episode
- Follow us on Twitter: @TranslatingADHD
- Visit the Website: TranslatingADHD.com
Monday Jun 10, 2024
ADHD and the Power of Community
Monday Jun 10, 2024
Monday Jun 10, 2024
In this episode of Translating ADHD, hosts Ash and Cam explore the essential role of community for individuals with ADHD. They discuss how community provides a sense of belonging and acceptance, which is crucial for personal growth and mental well-being. Ash shares insights from coaching clients, emphasizing that despite different personal contexts, all clients express a need for community. They reflect on their own experiences, highlighting how community has evolved from a place of mere acceptance to one that fosters creativity and personal development.
The conversation also touches on the importance of safe environments where individuals can be themselves and the significance of balancing support and challenge within a community. Ash and Cam conclude by encouraging listeners to explore their interests to find like-minded communities and to approach challenges with curiosity rather than judgment.
Episode links + resources:
For more of the Translating ADHD podcast:
- Episode Transcripts: visit TranslatingADHD.com and click on the episode
- Follow us on Twitter: @TranslatingADHD
- Visit the Website: TranslatingADHD.com
Monday Jun 03, 2024
ADHD and Optimal Environments for Learning
Monday Jun 03, 2024
Monday Jun 03, 2024
In this episode of the Translating ADHD podcast, hosts Ash and Cam delve into the importance of creating optimal learning environments, especially for those with ADHD. Cam shares insights from neuroscientist Mary Helen Immordino-Yang on the role of emotion and psychological safety in learning. He reflects on his own educational experiences, emphasizing the need for relevance and connection to material.
They discuss the three barriers ADHD individuals face—awareness, action, and learning —and highlight the significance of emotional resilience, community support, and personalized learning strategies. The episode underscores the ongoing challenge of managing ADHD and the value of creating supportive, engaging environments for sustained learning and growth.
Episode links + resources:
For more of the Translating ADHD podcast:
- Episode Transcripts: visit TranslatingADHD.com and click on the episode
- Follow us on Twitter: @TranslatingADHD
- Visit the Website: TranslatingADHD.com