Real Zeal Season 2 Podcast Ep6: Riding the Seasonal Groove Wave - Why Routines Ghost Us

Real Zeal Season 2 Podcast Ep10: Friendships, ADHD & Finding the Middle Ground

In this final episode of Season 2, Trish and Burkie get real about ADHD and friendships — from "out of sight, out of mind" struggles, to love-bombing new friends, to the grief of friendships that quietly fade. We talk intention, awareness, and what it actually looks like to keep good friendships without burning yourself out or losing yourself along the way. Because there is a middle ground — and it's worth finding. 🎧 Season 2 finale. Real conversations, no shame. 🎵 Positive Vibes by Positive Kay 🎥 Enzo Maisano @TellTheStory 🎬 Trish Burke & James Burke: ADHD gurus of Hyperfocus @Real_Zeal_Tris

Real Zeal Season 2 Podcast Ep9: It Wasn't Small to Me - Understanding RSD

Ever spiralled after a neutral tone, a delayed reply, or a throwaway comment? That's not drama — it might be RSD. In this episode, we break down Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria in a way that finally makes sense. From the emotional "back end" ADHDers live with daily, to simple ways friends, partners, bosses and families can communicate with more care. This episode doesn't just explain RSD — it changes how you show up for each other. Yep, this rocks for everyone. 🎵 Positive Vibes by Positive Kay 🎥 Enzo Maisano @TellTheStory 🎬 Trish Burke & James Burke: ADHD gurus of Hyperfocus @Real_Zeal_Trish

Real Zeal Season 2 Podcast Ep8: Functional Festive Season Incoming

It's beginning to look a lot like… sensory overload. Don't stress, Trish and Burke are here to make your festive season way more functional and way less cray cray. In this episode, we're unloading all the neuroaffirming tricks to help you survive the holidays without emotionally face-planting into the trifle. We're talking: ✨ Prep-loading on safe foods before gatherings ✨ Creating a silent "get me outta here" tap-out signal ✨ Lo-fi decompression tunes between events ✨ Family-friendly boundaries that actually work ✨ And how to honour your nervous system while everyone else is honouring the ham Whether you're the one struggling, the one supporting, or the one just trying not to lose your shi—sparkle 🤭 this episode will help you craft a festive season that feels good, gentle, and totally you.

Real Zeal Season 2 Podcast Ep7: Love Your Job… Burnout-Proofing Your Workday

Your body's talking… are you listening? This week, we're talking body cues, burnout, and why "consistency" isn't being a robot. From silence pods to colour-coded "leave me alone" signals, we dive into creating environments where every brain can thrive. Oh, and balancing burnout with a passion project? Mandatory. Tracking progress? Optional. Buying all the gear? 100% required. 🎵 Positive Vibes by Positive Kay 🎥 Enzo Maisano @TellTheStory 🎬 Trish Burke & James Burke: ADHD gurus of Hyperfocus @Real_Zeal_Trish

Real Zeal Season 2 Podcast Ep6: Riding the Seasonal Groove Wave - Why Routines Ghost Us

Let's be real — for ADHD brains, habits are like houseplants: full of good intentions, but one shift in sunlight and they're gone. This week, Trish and Burkie dive into why sticking to routines feels like a full-time dopamine management job. From the thrill of starting something new to the inevitable "meh" phase when the sparkle wears off, they unpack why our grooves are less about structure and more about seasons. If you've ever wondered why your "new habit" lasted exactly three and a half weeks, this one's for you. Spoiler: it's not laziness — it's the ADHD way. 🎵 Positive Vibes by Positive Kay 🎥 Enzo Maisano @TellTheStory 🎬 Trish Burke & James Burke: ADHD gurus of Hyperfocus @Real_Zeal_Trish