I was truly excited for this solo podcast featuring the wonderful Sylvia Hall. It had been a while since my last solo show, but having Sylvia on made the wait worthwhile. We had such a great conversation!

Sylvia has a fascinating story. She described herself as someone who "waltzed out of the corporate world as an entrepreneur," and it's clear traditional 9-to-5 jobs weren't for her due to their lack of autonomy and heart.

She's built several successful businesses, most notably Lifted Naturals, her mood probiotic company that's been thriving for seven years. She also mentioned other ventures like Honeypot Publishing with its coloring books and gratitude journals, and she's currently launching her personal brand.

What impressed me about Sylvia is her perspective on working with others. She champions collaboration over competition, using that brilliant analogy of "ovens all around and there's more pies that we can bake." She doesn't believe in taking someone else's slice—instead, she's convinced there's enough for everyone.

We discussed how she balances everything, including her family and children, which have always been her priority. Her philosophy of "give from the overflow" truly resonated with me. She believes you must "fill your own cup first" to properly love and serve those around you.

In fact, she agreed with the idea that you need to be "selfish to actually be able to give because... you cannot give what you do not have."

Sylvia also shared her experience with her ADHD diagnosis, which came when her children were young—a time she described as both the "hardest time of my life and the most beautiful."

She talked about experiencing daydreaming as a child, apparently more common for women with ADHD. While she tried medications like Ritalin and Adderall, they weren't right for her due to her "highly sensitive nature."

She had strong reactions, going from "squirrels at a rave to ducks in a row," but with difficult side effects. This led her to embrace more natural management methods, which connects to her work with Lifted Naturals.

For managing overwhelm, Sylvia has effective strategies. She uses the phrase "outer calm is inner calm," meaning that organizing her physical space helps quiet her mind. She also uses "trigger music"—specific playlists she only listens to when needing to focus on writing.

Looking ahead, Sylvia is returning to helping people directly through her personal brand. She's focusing on digital products, beginning with a 10-day email challenge called "The Frequency Framework" designed to help people get unstuck.

She keeps communications brief because, as she noted, we have "information out the wazoo... We don't need more information but we could sure use a little transformation." Interestingly, she's intentionally moving away from social media for her personal brand, finding it something of a "brain drain."

If you'd like to connect with Sylvia, visit SylviaHall.com. For her supplements, check out lifted.naturals.com, and for coloring books and journals, look up Honeypot Publishing. All links will be in the description below.

Sylvia, thank you so much for your time—it was absolutely wonderful having you on the podcast. I felt we could have talked for hours! That's all for this episode, everyone. Sayonara!

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"" Tired of focusing on the challenges? Eli and Stephanie reveal how to leverage your unique ADHD abilities for success in life and business.

Ever feel like you're trying to fit a square peg in a round hole? That's a feeling Eli Dervonté knows all too well.

For years, he masked his difficulties with memory and writing, feeling "sick" when faced with letters on a page. It wasn't until later in life that he truly accepted his ADHD, a turning point that came from being "sick to death" of other people's expectations.

This journey of self-acceptance is a key starting point, as Eli and Stephanie Camilleri, The ADHD Advocate, discuss in their podcast conversations. They both firmly believe in a strength-based approach to ADHD.

Stephanie's coaching is built on this "strength space", and Eli advises everyone to "use your strengths to your strengths and don't get hooked on your weaknesses". In the business world and in life, it’s your strengths that will shine.

Stephanie’s own journey involved a slow but steady increase in awareness and acceptance of ADHD. Starting her coaching business nearly seven years ago felt a bit "out there", with significant pushback initially.

This highlights how understanding, or the lack thereof, deeply impacts the experience of ADHD. In families, a lack of understanding can even create "toxic" environments, as Stephanie experienced before diagnosis brought a crucial "relevant lens" through which to understand each other.

But understanding isn't just about diagnosis; it's about leveraging interdependence and collaboration. Eli stresses that "networking is very important not just for business but for personal growth, allowing individuals to use others to complement their weaknesses".

Learning and progress happen much faster through working together. He even pushed himself to overcome his tendency to isolate because he recognised the value of external perspectives.

Today Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a powerful ally. Eli sees AI as a "virtual assistant" that can handle tasks like writing, where individuals with ADHD might struggle.

This frees them up to focus on their inherent strengths, like creativity and problem-solving. Stephanie is a "big proponent of AI", seeing it as the "ultimate body double".

Throughout their conversations, the concept of "going with the flow" comes up frequently. While this can represent adaptability, Stephanie points out it doesn't suit everyone, especially those with co-occurring autism who might need more structure.

However, Eli also believes that their ability to uniquely understand what people need, rather than sticking to rigid structures, is a "greater gift".

Ultimately, the journey with ADHD is unique to each individual. But by embracing self-acceptance, focusing on strengths, building supportive networks, and utilising available tools like AI, individuals with ADHD can not only navigate challenges but truly thrive in both life and business.

As Eli passionately states, "We're great leaders and we're great leaders because we quite we're from the point of view we're quite creative". It’s about seeing your neurodiversity not as a deficit, but as a unique set of abilities waiting to be unleashed.

Alright, ever felt like your brain is a whirlwind of brilliant ideas and scattered thoughts? You're not alone.

Welcome to the podcast where we flip the script on ADHD, moving away from the challenges and diving headfirst into "The ADHD Advantage: Creativity, Focus Hacks with Emily Guerra."

Join us for a down-to-earth chat with Emily Guerra, an ADHD strategist and the founder of The Productivity Flow. Emily isn't just talking theory; she's lived it.

Growing up not knowing she had ADHD, Emily found herself constantly battling to stay organised and focused. It wasn't until later in life that the pieces clicked.

But here's the inspiring part: Emily didn't let that define her. Instead, she embarked on a journey of self-discovery, learning to understand how her brain works differently and, crucially, how to work with it, not against it.

This led her to become a certified productivity life coach, helping other self-employed women unlock their own potential.

In this episode, we delve into the surprising positives of ADHD. Forget the notion of being "broken"; Emily shares how her fast-thinking brain fuels creativity and the ability to connect dots in unique ways.

We also explore practical focus tools that have been game-changers for her. Ever heard of binaural beats?

Emily explains how this type of music can scientifically help your brain get into the flow. And then there are her trusty cube timers – simple yet incredibly effective for staying on track with time blocking.

This isn't about quick fixes; it's about understanding your own neurodiversity and discovering the power of working with your brain's natural rhythms.

Emily's story is a testament to embracing who you are, quirks and all. So, if you're ready to explore a different perspective on ADHD and pick up some real-life strategies to thrive, you're in the right place.

Get ready to discover your own ADHD advantage.

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Alright, ever felt like the world expects you to run a marathon at a sprint?

This week on the podcast, we're diving into something a bit spicy: "ADHD and the Burnout Myth: Are We Blaming Neurodiversity for Systemic Overload?"

You might be thinking, "ADHD and burnout, yeah, that makes sense." But our guest, the insightful Sally Holden, asks a really important question: are we too quick to point the finger at neurodiversity when the real culprit might just be the relentless pressure of modern life?

Sally, as you know, isn't just talking theory. She's been through the wringer herself, battling burnout not once, but three times, with a particularly tough episode back in 2020.

This personal experience gave her a deep understanding of what burnout truly feels like – that overwhelming exhaustion physically, mentally, emotionally, and even spiritually. She knows firsthand how it can hit you, even when you think you have all the tools.

Now, Sally works as a kinesiologist and an intuitive holistic thrive coach, helping women, in particular, who are feeling utterly burnt out to find their way back on track.

Through her own journey, she realised just how prevalent burnout is, and she's made it her mission to equip others with the strategies to recover.

So, in this episode, Sally isn't shying away from a potentially controversial take. Could it be that the intense focus and sensitivity often associated with ADHD are being unfairly linked to burnout, when perhaps the real issue lies in the constant state of "fight or flight" many of us are living in?

Sally's personal struggles and her work with clients have led her to believe that while there might be overlaps, we need to be careful about attributing burnout solely to neurodivergence. Maybe, just maybe, the system itself is overloaded, and we're all feeling the strain, neurodivergent or not.

Get ready for a down-to-earth but thought-provoking chat with Sally. She brings her lived experience and her holistic coaching approach to the table, offering a fresh perspective on why so many of us are feeling the crunch.

Is burnout an inherent part of having ADHD, or is it a sign that something bigger needs to change? Tune in for a discussion that might just shift how you think about both ADHD and burnout.

Welcome to ADHD Late to the Party with Neena Perez, a podcast that delves into the often-untold stories of individuals who received their ADHD diagnoses later in life. Join your host, Neena Perez, as she navigates the complexities of this newfound understanding, drawing from her own personal journey and the insightful conversations she shares.

Have you ever felt like you were living life on a different wavelength? Perhaps things that seemed easy for others felt like monumental challenges, or maybe your mind raced with a million thoughts, making focus an elusive dream.

For many, these experiences remain a mystery until a later-in-life ADHD diagnosis sheds light on a lifetime of seemingly unrelated struggles.

In this podcast, we pull back the curtain on what it means to receive an ADHD diagnosis as an adult. We examine the contrasting experiences, much like the open and honest discussion between Neena and Eli Dervonté on the "Diary of a ADHD Strategist PODCAST".

Their conversation highlighted the moment of realisation, the sense of things finally making sense, and the subsequent journey towards self-acceptance.

Each episode explores a central question: does this newfound understanding empower self-acceptance or inadvertently impose limiting self-perceptions? We delve into the stories of guests who, like Neena and Eli, navigated years of life without this crucial piece of the puzzle.

They share how their late diagnosis has impacted their understanding of past experiences, their relationships, their careers, and, most importantly, themselves.

We explore themes of not being 'broken' but 'different' , echoing Eli's powerful statement. We discuss how individuals learn to manage their neurodivergent traits, the masking strategies they employed unknowingly for years, and the liberation that can come with finally understanding why their brains work the way they do.

Through candid conversations and relatable anecdotes, ADHD Late to the Party with Neena Perez aims to foster a sense of community, offer validation, and empower listeners to embrace their neurodiversity.

Whether you suspect you might have ADHD, have recently been diagnosed, or simply want to understand the diverse ways our minds can function, this podcast offers a down-to-earth and professional exploration of a significant and often overlooked aspect of neurodiversity.

Join us as we unpack the late arrival to the ADHD party and discover the profound impact it can have on how we see ourselves and the world around us.

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Welcome to "Diary of a ADHD Strategist," the podcast that dares to question everything you thought you knew about getting things done, especially if your brain works a little differently.

This isn't your typical podcast.

Forget the rigid schedules and the endless to-do lists that leave you feeling more overwhelmed than accomplished.

Here, we're diving deep into the world of ADHD and exploring a radical idea: perhaps achieving more means breaking all the traditional rules.

Inspired by conversations with individuals like Sarah Ennor, the ADHD strategist featured on the "Diary of a ADHD Strategist" podcast, we uncover the reality that neurotypical standards of consistency simply don't align with how many brilliant minds operate.

Sarah's own late diagnosis in 2023 illuminated a lifetime of experiences, revealing that her unique way of thinking and working – often marked by last-minute bursts of productivity and an "interest-based nervous system" – wasn't a deficit, but a different wiring.

Each episode of "The Consistency Myth" will take you on a journey, sharing stories and insights from individuals who've learned to redefine success on their own terms.

We'll explore how the power of urgency can be a potent motivator, why traditional planning sometimes falls flat, and how self-acceptance is the crucial first step towards unlocking your full potential.

Drawing directly from candid discussions like the one with Sarah, we'll challenge the notion that consistent has to mean "every day at the same time".

Instead, we'll explore the idea that progress can look like waves crashing against a rock, uneven but ultimately transformative.

If you've ever felt like you're constantly fighting against the clock, struggling to maintain a consistent routine, or being judged by neurotypical standards of productivity, then "The Consistency Myth" is for you.

Join us as we dismantle the myth of one-size-fits-all productivity and celebrate the diverse and powerful ways that ADHD minds truly thrive.

We'll learn that you're not broken, but simply wired differently, and that your unique approach might just be your greatest strength.

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