Podcast Summary
Launch of ADHD Women's Well-being Collective Membership Program: Podcast host Kate Moore Yousef is launching a membership program, ADHD Women's Well-being Collective, with three pricing tiers, offering live workshops, extra podcast episodes, and Q&A sessions for extended community support and interaction.
Kate Moore Yousef, the host of the ADHD Women's Well-being podcast, is launching a membership program called the ADHD Women's Well-being Collective. This membership will offer additional content and community support for women with ADHD beyond what is provided in the podcast. The program will have three pricing tiers, including a basic, premium, and VIP option, to accommodate various budgets. The membership will include live workshops, extra podcast episodes, and live Q&A sessions with Kate and other experts. The main goal is to provide more extensive support and interaction opportunities for the community, as Kate has reached her capacity with one-on-one clients. The membership launch is on June 23, 2023, and interested individuals can sign up on Kate's website, coachingbykate.me.uk.
Rebalancing Domestic Workloads and Finding Personal Fulfillment: Eve Rodsky's books 'Fair Play' and 'Find Your Unicorn Space' help individuals reclaim personal time and creativity by focusing on workload balance and identifying fulfilling activities.
Eve Rodsky, an organizational specialist and New York Times bestselling author, encourages individuals to reclaim their personal time and creativity through her books, "Fair Play" and the upcoming "Find Your Unicorn Space." "Fair Play" focuses on rebalancing domestic workloads and recognizing the value of unpaid labor and care. "Find Your Unicorn Space" explores the connection between creativity, productivity, and resilience as an antidote to burnout. Unicorn Space refers to activities that bring individuals to life and make them feel fulfilled, not just self-care activities. This concept is crucial for women, who often lose touch with their identities and passions after focusing on caregiving and professional roles for extended periods. Eve's work, backed by Hello Sunshine, aims to inspire a new narrative around personal time choice and identity, ultimately leading to sustainable and lasting change.
Creating a 'unicorn space' for personal interests: Prioritize hobbies and personal interests for mental well-being, learn to say 'no' to draining commitments, and make time to ask for support and reduce stress.
Creating "unicorn space" in our lives, which is dedicated time for hobbies and personal interests, is crucial for mental well-being, especially for women with ADHD. Many women struggle with guilt and self-criticism when it comes to prioritizing themselves, leading to unfinished projects and mental health issues. However, research shows that creativity is linked to daily flourishing, and neglecting this aspect can lead to decision fatigue and burnout. To prevent this, it's essential to learn to say "no" to unpaid labor and commitments that drain our energy, and "yes" to asking for what we need and making time for our hobbies. By doing so, we can reduce stress, improve focus, and increase overall fulfillment and contentment.
Navigating guilt and shame to honor values: Identify deeply held values to guide decisions, acknowledge emotions without letting them dictate actions, and focus on personal well-being to overcome guilt and shame.
Recognizing the importance of valuing our time and setting boundaries is essential for living a creative and fulfilling life. However, even with this understanding, feelings of guilt and shame can make it challenging to stay committed to these decisions. A powerful example given was of a woman who wanted to play the piano but felt guilty leaving her child at daycare in the dark. Instead of acting on these emotions, it's crucial to acknowledge them and not let them dictate our actions. To help navigate this, identifying and reconnecting with deeply held values can serve as a guiding force. By focusing on our values, we can begin to rediscover what truly matters to us and find the antidote to burnout. Remember, it's never too late to be interested in our own lives and well-being.
Exploring interests leads to creativity and well-being: Giving ourselves permission to be curious and take time for self-care, even in small ways, can improve mental health and overall well-being.
Curiosity and exploration, as simple as starting with the words "I wonder," can lead to creativity, passion, and mental well-being. The pressure to label our interests as hobbies or side hustles can be overwhelming, but giving ourselves permission to be curious and take time for self-care, even in small ways, can have significant benefits. The constant race against time leaves many feeling busier than ever, but taking time for ourselves, even if it's just an hour or two, can help us weather the emotions that come our way and improve our overall mental health. The beauty of Unicorn Space is that it encourages us to explore our interests without pressure or judgment, and to prioritize self-care and curiosity as essential components of a balanced and fulfilling life.
Embracing a life philosophy of resilience and finding 'unicorn space': Finding purposeful, fulfilled activities that build resilience and prevent decision fatigue can help women with ADHD navigate life's challenges, especially during hardships and mental health struggles.
Having a life philosophy focused on resilience and finding "unicorn space" can help women navigate the overwhelming and boring aspects of life. This philosophy empowers women to weather life's challenges with grace and strength, building resilience through purposeful, fulfilled activities. It's a spiritual vaccine that prevents decision fatigue and energizes us, allowing us to fulfill our curiosity and creativity. For women with ADHD, it's essential to find unicorn space that works for us, regardless of what it looks like to others. Life will inevitably present hardships, and mental health challenges are common, especially for women with ADHD and children with ADHD. Embracing this philosophy can help us bolster our resilience and thrive in the face of adversity.
Exploring strengths and minimizing self-criticism for optimal performance and well-being: Use Brain FM, a personalized music app, to enhance focus and promote relaxation. Find multiple 'unicorn spaces' for joy and fulfillment in life.
Focusing on one's strengths and minimizing self-criticism is essential for optimal performance and well-being, especially for individuals with ADHD. The speaker shares her personal experience of using Brain FM, a scientifically-backed app that utilizes neuroscience and psychology to create personalized music tracks designed to help users focus, relax, and meditate. Brain FM's music is engineered to stimulate the brain with gentle rhythmic pulses, enabling users to work more productively and change their neural pathways. The speaker encourages listeners to explore Brain FM as a potential tool for enhancing their focus and overall well-being. Additionally, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having multiple "unicorn spaces" in one's life – areas of passion and curiosity that bring joy and fulfillment – to promote a balanced and satisfying existence.
The Power of Small Experiences and Rituals: Prioritize self-care and curiosity, embrace small experiences, trust men with childcare, and create valuable rituals for emotional regulation and unexpected discoveries.
It's essential to prioritize self-care and curiosity, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant the activity may be. The woman's experience of jumping into the cold Atlantic Ocean with her all-women polar bear club is a testament to the power of completing experiences, not striving for perfection. Furthermore, men are capable of handling childcare on their own, and women should trust them to do so. Unicorn spaces, such as cold water swimming or a weekly tea party, can provide emotional regulation and become valuable rituals. These activities don't have to be done daily, but the ritualization of them can bring joy and a sense of completion. Lastly, embracing curiosity and experimentation can lead to unexpected discoveries and even the creation of new businesses.
Finding joy in daily creative pursuits: Engaging in creative projects, no matter the size, can lead to daily happiness and overall well-being, particularly for women with ADHD. Prioritize these activities and fill your life with them for a more balanced existence.
Engaging in creative pursuits and completing small projects, no matter the size or perceived significance, can lead to daily flourishing and overall happiness. This practice is essential, especially for women with ADHD, as it helps counteract the overwhelming stresses of life. Completion, in any form, is valuable and should not be overlooked or suppressed due to societal expectations or embarrassment. These experiences can positively impact all areas of life, including relationships, parenting, business, and career. It's crucial to prioritize creative pursuits and ensure they are not overshadowed by the constant influx of new responsibilities. By filling the "big rocks" of our lives with these creative endeavors, we create space for a more fulfilling and balanced existence.
Discovering joy and purpose through meaningful connections: Seek happiness through meaningful connections and find purpose in things that bring you joy, rather than solely focusing on grand goals or contests.
Finding happiness and fulfillment in life doesn't necessarily mean winning contests or achieving grand goals, but rather forming meaningful connections with things and people that bring us joy and purpose. This can be as simple as brushing a horse or taking a drum lesson. Happiness without meaning can lead to unhealthy habits, while meaning without happiness can feel empty. The intersection of the two is what we should strive for, and it can be found in various aspects of our lives. The speaker shared how she found this intersection through her drumming lessons and the connections she made as a result. We all have the opportunity to discover our own "unicorn spaces" by exploring new experiences and reconnecting with old passions. So, don't be too hard on yourself if you don't reach your ultimate goal right away. Instead, focus on the journey and the relationships you build along the way.
Living with ADHD: Overcoming Challenges and Finding Support: Self-care, setting realistic goals, and utilizing resources can help individuals with ADHD overcome daily challenges. Share this episode, engage on Instagram, and leave a review to spread awareness.
Living with ADHD can present unique challenges, but with the right knowledge and support, small changes can lead to significant improvements in daily life. The speaker encourages listeners to share the episode with others who may benefit, engage with the community on Instagram, and leave a review to help spread awareness. The conversation emphasized the importance of self-care, setting realistic goals, and utilizing resources to overcome the symptoms of ADHD. Remember, the power to make a difference lies in knowledge and awareness. Join the conversation and be a part of the solution.
