Unshaming AuDHD

What's In A Hobby?

New co-host Javelin Laurence joins Jes to talk about all things hobbies as an autistic ADHDer. They discuss what makes a hobby a hobby, how auDHDers tend to interact with their hobbies (or not), and Javelin shares their three rules for sustainable, long lasting hobby-having. Links: Javelin’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/javelinlaurence [https://www.instagram.com/javelinlaurence] Javelin’s Coaching Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alchemydivergencecoaching [https://www.instagram.com/alchemydivergencecoaching] Jes’s Website: ⁠https://www.jesdiverges.com⁠ [https://www.jesdiverges.com/] Jes’s Email: ⁠⁠jes@jesdiverges.com⁠⁠ [jes@jesdiverges.com] Join Jes’s Combo Platter Community: ⁠ [https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter]https://www.patreon.com/jesdiverges [https://www.patreon.com/jesdiverges] Jes’s Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges] Jes’s TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges] Jes’s Substack: ⁠https://substack.com/@jesdiverges⁠ [https://substack.com/@jesdiverges] Transcript Document: ⁠https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts⁠ [https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts]

012: What Is Unshaming?

In this episode, I dive into what I actually mean when I say “unshaming auDHD.” I discuss how shame is not an emotion, but a lens through which we learn to view ourselves. I also talk about where shame comes from, and how to acknowledge and work with it by developing a counteractive voice called a loving witness. David Bedrick’s website: www.davidbedrick.com [http://www.davidbedrick.com] Other Links & Resources: Individual Coaching: www.jesdiverges.com/individualcoaching [http://www.jesdiverges.com/individualcoaching] AuDHD Summer Camp: www.jesdiverges.com/audhdsummercamp [http://www.jesdiverges.com/audhdsummercamp] Join The Combo Platter: ⁠ [https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter]https://www.patreon.com/jesdiverges [https://www.patreon.com/jesdiverges] 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]

011: I Think I'm AuDHD... What the #&@! Do I Do Now??

In this episode, Jes goes into all the basics that you need to know if you’re just starting to realize that you’re an autistic ADHDer as an adult. They talk about the pros and cons of getting an official diagnosis (yes, there are cons), as well as some steps you can take with a perfectly valid self-diagnosis in order to learn more about your auDHD brain and how to accommodate yourself. Self-Assessments: https://embrace-autism.com/autism-tests/ [https://embrace-autism.com/autism-tests/] Neurodivergent Therapist Directories: https://psychologytoday.com [https://psychologytoday.com] https://liberatorywellnessnetwork.com [https://liberatorywellnessnetwork.com] https://neurodivergentpractitioners.org/ [https://neurodivergentpractitioners.org/] https://ndtherapists.com/ [https://ndtherapists.com/] My Services: https://jesdiverges.com/comboplatter [https://jesdiverges.com/comboplatter] https://jesdiverges.com/audhdsummercamp [https://jesdiverges.com/audhdsummercamp] https://jesdiverges.com/individualcoaching [https://jesdiverges.com/individualcoaching] Other Links: 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]

010: Deconstructing Your Lens for Disability

In this solo episode of UnShaming auDHD, host Jes Diverges unpacks the complex world of disability models, offering a nuanced exploration of how society understands neurodivergence. Critically examining the medical, social, and holistic models, Jes challenges deficit-based thinking and shares her preferred holistic approach that recognizes disability as an intersectional experience shaped by biological, psychological, and societal factors. Drawing from personal insights and scholarly research, she advocates for a balanced perspective that celebrates neurodiversity, challenges systemic barriers, and provides meaningful accommodations. This episode, which serves as an introduction to her upcoming book, offers listeners a compassionate and empowering view of disability that goes beyond traditional diagnostic frameworks. (episode description & transcript generated by otter.ai [http://otter.ai]) Links & Other Resources: Book mentioned: Decolonizing Therapy by Dr. Jennifer Mullan Creator mentioned: Rebecca, 15 Tenets of White Supremacy series & LOTS of other great content: https://patreon.com/whitewomanwhisperer [https://patreon.com/whitewomanwhisperer] Models of Disability Article: https://autistictic.com/2020/02/14/the-holistic-model-of-disability/#:~:text=The Holistic Model of Disability recognizes that every disabled person's,and could improve their life [https://autistictic.com/2020/02/14/the-holistic-model-of-disability/#:~:text=The%20Holistic%20Model%20of%20Disability%20recognizes%20that%20every%20disabled%20person's,and%20could%20improve%20their%20life]. Autistic vs. Allistic Morals Study (TW for strong deficit language against autists): https://autistictic.com/2020/02/14/the-holistic-model-of-disability/#:~:text=The Holistic Model of Disability recognizes that every disabled person's,and could improve their life [https://autistictic.com/2020/02/14/the-holistic-model-of-disability/#:~:text=The%20Holistic%20Model%20of%20Disability%20recognizes%20that%20every%20disabled%20person's,and%20could%20improve%20their%20life]. Join The Combo Platter: ⁠ [https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter]https://www.patreon.com/jesdiverges [https://www.patreon.com/jesdiverges] 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]

009: Masking, Misdiagnosis, and More w/ Javelin Laurence

In this episode, Jes sits down with Javelin Laurence to explore the complexities of psychology through a neurodivergent lens. They discuss Javelin's journey of self-discovery, from early fascinations with personality tests to understanding their ADHD and autistic identity. The conversation delves into the limitations of Western psychology, the challenges of misdiagnosis, and the importance of recognizing individual experiences in mental health. Javelin shares insights from their coaching work and personal experiences, offering a critical and compassionate perspective on neurodiversity. (Episode description & transcript generated by otter.ai [http://otter.ai]) Links & Resources: Book Mentioned: Neurotribes by Steve Silberman Javelin’s Website & Blog: https://www.alchemycoaching.ca [https://www.alchemycoaching.ca] Javelin’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alchemydivergencecoaching [https://www.instagram.com/alchemydivergencecoaching] Javelin’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@JavelinLaurence [https://www.tiktok.com/@JavelinLaurence] Other Links & Resources: Join The Combo Platter: ⁠ [https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter]https://www.patreon.com/jesdiverges [https://www.patreon.com/jesdiverges] 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]