Unshaming AuDHD

Hello hello everyone, I have another amazing guest for you all this week. I sat down with my good friend Emme who is a performer, podcaster, writer, artist, comedienne, clown, transwoman, and lesbian - although not necessarily in that order - for a conversation all about clowning, and what it means to make fun of yourself. We also talked about holding the paradox of existing as a queer human in an increasingly scary world, and took a deep dive into IFS therapy and parts work. Basically, it was the most low key and casual conversation ever. We didn’t plan any part of this conversation but it took us to so many interesting places and I can’t wait for y’all to listen to it! Emme's Links: Emme’s GoFundMe: bit.ly/emmekay [http://bit.ly/emmekay] Emme’s Podcast: Embracing Elephants on Spotify & Apple Instagram: @EmbracingElephants Other Links: AuDHD Summer Camp: ⁠https://www.jesdiverges.com/audhdsummercamp⁠ [https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter] Jes’s Website: ⁠https://www.jesdiverges.com⁠ [https://www.jesdiverges.com/] Jes’s Email: ⁠⁠jes@jesdiverges.com⁠⁠ [jes@jesdiverges.com] Join My Email List: ⁠https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter⁠ [https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter] Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges] TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges] Substack: ⁠https://substack.com/@jesdiverges⁠ [https://substack.com/@jesdiverges] Transcript Document: ⁠https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts⁠ [https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts]

In this deeply personal and insightful episode, Jes sits down with their partner of five years to have an open and honest conversation about what it's like to build a strong, healthy relationship as two neurodivergent and traumatized individuals. As an autistic ADHDer herself, and with her partner also being autistic and dyspraxic, they've navigated their fair share of unique challenges and triumphs in their relationship. From the unconventional beginnings of their love story, to learning to navigate each other's emotional landscapes, to dividing household responsibilities in a way that plays to their respective strengths - Jes and her partner pull back the curtain on the inner workings of their neurodivergent partnership. Listeners will gain valuable insights on topics like radical acceptance, emotional co-regulation, and the importance of open communication and trust. Jes and her partner also discuss how their past traumas and abusive relationships shaped their current dynamic, and the beauty that can emerge when two people are willing to be vulnerable and meet each other where they're at. Whether the listener is in a neurodivergent relationship themselves, or simply wants to better understand what that experience can look like, this episode offers a rare, unfiltered glimpse into the realities and rewards of loving someone who thinks a little differently. Jes and her partner share their story and the lessons they've learned along the way. (description generated by otter.ai) Links & Resources: AuDHD Summer Camp:https://www.jesdiverges.com/audhdsummercamp [https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter] Jes’s Website:https://www.jesdiverges.com [https://www.jesdiverges.com] Jes’s Email:⁠jes@jesdiverges.com⁠ [jes@jesdiverges.com] Join My Email List:https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter [https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter] Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges [https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges] TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges [https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges] Substack:https://substack.com/@jesdiverges [https://substack.com/@jesdiverges] Transcript Document:https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts [https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts]

In this insightful conversation, host Jes Diverges sits down with artist Elinor Trier to explore the transformative power of art, especially for neurodivergent and queer individuals. Eli shares her personal journey as a visual artist, writer, and podcaster, describing how her work aims to help people who feel different to feel connected, seen, and celebrated. Delving into the science behind colorful artwork, Eli explains how engaging with vibrant art can alter brain chemistry, releasing feel-good neurotransmitters and regulating emotional states. (description generated by otter.ai [http://otter.ai]) Eli’s 5-part guide for choosing art that speaks to your soul: 1. Emotional resonance: something that gives you a little “jolt” of emotion 2. The Joy Test: something that makes you happy or joyful 3. Personal symbolism: motifs, colors, or symbols that remind you of something/ someone important to you, or that you see yourself in 4. Conversation sparkers: can you imagine explaining the piece to someone in a way that feels expansive or use it in a way that helps them understand you better? 5. The Power Up effect: something that reminds you of the power or strength within you, that helps you feel powerful Eli’s Links: Eli’s Website: https://www.elinortrierstudio.com/ [https://www.elinortrierstudio.com/] Eli’s Newsletter: https://www.elinortrierstudio.com/keepintouch [https://www.elinortrierstudio.com/keepintouch] Eli’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elinortrierstudio [https://www.instagram.com/elinortrierstudio] Eli’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ZuzusHausofCats [https://www.youtube.com/@ZuzusHausofCats] Other Links & Resources: Combo Platter Community: https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter [https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter] Jes’s Website: https://www.jesdiverges.com [https://www.jesdiverges.com] Join My Email List: https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter [https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges [https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges [https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges] Jes’s Email: jes@jesdiverges.com [jes@jesdiverges.com] Transcript Document: https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts [https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts]

In this special bonus episode of UnShaming AuDHD, I'm sharing the full welcome and orientation module for my upcoming AuDHD Summer Camp Program. Think of this as a little sampler of what you can expect if you join AuDHD Summer Camp. And, even if you don't wind up joining, I fully believe that you'll still benefit from listening to some of the philosophies that I encourage campers to try out.  Summer Camp starts on July 5th, and doors are open until August 30th. I hope to see you there! Links: AuDHD Summer Camp: https://www.jesdiverges.com/audhdsummercamp [https://www.jesdiverges.com/audhdsummercamp] Combo Platter Community: https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter [https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter] Jes’s Website: https://www.jesdiverges.com [https://www.jesdiverges.com] Join My Email List: https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter [https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges [https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges [https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges] Jes’s Email: jes@jesdiverges.com [jes@jesdiverges.com] Transcript Document: https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts [https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts]

This episode of UnShaming AuDHD discusses the challenges of transitions for those with ADHD and autism. Jes explains how attention tunnels, autistic inertia, and hyperconnectivity in the brain can make any type of change difficult. They also share a personal experience of struggling after a major life transition of moving into a new house. Advice is provided on how to make transitions easier, such as keeping routines consistent, preparing ahead of time, and showing self-compassion during difficult adjustments. (Episode description partially generated & transcript generated by otter.ai [http://otter.ai]) Links & Resources: AuDHD Summer Camp: https://www.jesdiverges.com/audhdsummercamp [https://www.jesdiverges.com/audhdsummercamp] Combo Platter Community: https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter [https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter] Jes’s Website: https://www.jesdiverges.com [https://www.jesdiverges.com] Join My Email List: https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter [https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges [https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges [https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges] Jes’s Email: jes@jesdiverges.com [jes@jesdiverges.com] Transcript Document: https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts [https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts]