About this episode

Jen discusses the unique struggles ADHD and AuDHD individuals face during the summer months.

In This Episode: Why does summer feel so weird when you're ADHD or AuDHD? I talk about some of the reasons, including lost structure, summer-pattern depression, guilt, and the comparison trap, with the science behind each. For ad-free episodes, video versions, transcripts, and a second ad-free Patreon only episode every Friday - support Jen by subscribing to Patreon at just $7.99/mo or get 15% off if you pay annually. You'll get to suggest episode ideas as well! Join Jen's New Co-Work Community online! I started something called ☕️The Co-Work Community. It's an online co-working (aka body doubling) space & community for neurodivergent humans! There are other online co-working spaces but where else can you do your work, tasks, or chores with other neurodivergent people and ME, every single day for ONLY $15 a month? Answer? Nowhere! You'll help yourself AND you're supporting a neurodivergent solopreneur woman-owned start-up business. Be Nice To Me I'm AuDHD Tee-Shirt in Pastel Font Be Nice To Me I'm AuDHD Tee-Shirt in Primary Colors Font Be Nice To Me I Have ADHD Tee-Shirt in Pastel Font Be Nice To Me I Have ADHD Tee-Shirt in Primary Colors Font Shop Jen's Favorite ADHD Supports…

People in this episode

Host: Jen Kirkman

Topics covered

• ADHD
• AuDHD
• summer challenges
• mental health
• neurodivergence
• community support

Keywords

• ADHD
• AuDHD
• summer
• mental health
• neurodivergent
• community
• structure
• depression
• guilt
• comparison trap

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Organizations: Patreon, Brain.fm

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