A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD: Embrace Neurodiversity, Live Boldy, and Break Through Barriers

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No matter where you are on your ADHD journey, Sari has lots of wisdom to impart, and I can't wait to help share this with you all. Over the course of a lifetime, women with ADHD learn through various channels that the way they think, work, speak, relate, and act does not match up with the preferred way of being in the world. In short, they learn that difference is bad. And, since these women know that they are different, they learn that they are bad. You don’t need to fix yourself to start living, to feel good about yourself, and to show the world who you are. You have ADHD and always will, which had to be okay- even if it doesn’t always feel okay- because it simply is the reality of your life. It doesn’t define you; it’s simply a description of how your brain is wired. 🤍

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David Giwerc, MCC, MCAC, founder and president, ADD Coach Academy; master certified ADHD coach, PAAC; master certified coach, ICF; and author of Permission to Proceed These things have made me a more empathetic teacher to students, but I fear they’ve also made me a nightmare to supervisors, employers, administration, and even (I fear) friends and partners. I frequently thank my friends for “tolerating” me. If you're ready to develop a strong, bold, and confident sense of self, embrace your unique brain-based differences, and cultivate your individual strengths, this step-by-step workbook will help guide the way. About The Author: Jenara Nerenberg lectures widely on neuroscience, innovation, sensitivity, leadership, and diversity. Selected as a “brave new idea” presenter by the Aspen Institute for her work on re-framing mental differences, Jenara is also the founder and host of The Neurodiversity Project.I really appreciate the time and effort that went into this beautiful piece. For anyone who has just recently been diagnosed, or is afraid to speak up to their family and friends about your condition, this is the confidence boost and self-clarity you need. Sari Solden, for years the great pioneer in working with women and ADHD, has now teamed up with Michelle Frank to create this dynamic, valuable workbook that will help women embolden themselves to break out of whatever self-imposed exiles they may have lived in and soar to the heights they deserve and will love." I’ve lived with a lot of secrecy and shame throughout my life, largely berating myself for being a failure as an adult. Yes, I managed to muscle myself through and complete a doctoral program, but so much of that also came from patient, kind, understanding, and empathetic professors, mentors, and friends who put a lot of effort into assuaging these fears (well, at least enough to calm my brain to get though the next hurdle). This book teaches you how to love and accept yourself, and to question the 'shoulds' that society forces upon everyone. In this marvelous workbook, Sari Solden and Michelle Frank sensitively guide women with ADHD to increase their understanding and self-acceptance; stop feeling shame, hiding, and listening to negative messages; identify and pursue their special talents and dreams; restore wholeness and authenticity; connect meaningfully with others; use professional help wisely; and create an effective action plan for living fully as women with ADHD in an empowered way. Above all, from the first to the last word, the authors show a level of understanding and empathy for women with ADHD, along with an ability to help them, that goes light years beyond all similar books."

A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD

In this easy-to-read workbook, Sari Solden and Michelle Frank invite women with ADHD to recognize and challenge a variety of assumptions about themselves and others that may needlessly prevent them from experiencing their own full potential. The authors use brief examples from women of various ages to show that constructive, positive change is quite possible with ADHD. Many women with ADHD will find this book interesting, challenging, and helpful.” A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD is the first guided workbook for women with ADHD designed to break the cycle of negative self-talk and shame-based narratives that stem from the common and limiting belief that brain differences are character flaws. In this unique guide, you’ll find a ground-breaking approach that blends traditional ADHD treatment with contemporary treatment methods, such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), to help you untangle yourself from the beliefs that have kept you from reaching your potential in life. This one’s a classic and belongs on any ADHD reading list. Though not exclusively for women, I like it for the case studies. Right off the bat I related to Jim, but in the entire book there were so many relatable moments. My favorite part, aside from the stories, were the lists of practical actions at the end of each section. My Review Arthur L. Robin, PhD, licensed clinical psychologist, and coauthor of Adult ADHD-Focused Couple Therapy--Arthur L. Robin, PhD Personally, I am a very straight forward no bullsh*t woman, and found some of this content to be a little soft and overtly feminine for me. Which, I understand, when learning about ADHD, we sometimes need as ladies.

It is not a book for those who are looking for systematic approaches to your work ethic and emotional brain in the overstimulating modern working world. Our lives can be very, very messy and chaotic, and some people have problems with that. Society puts a ton of pressure on us to be a certain way, wake up between certain hours and have certain types of jobs. Skim read the first half trying to find some substance, but did not, so gave up on it. Maybe if you’ve never read a self help book, maybe if you know nothing about the challenges women in general face, maybe it may be of interest to you, but I found it to be utter crap.

a radical guide for women with adhd a radical guide for women with adhd

As I read, I found myself enjoying the interactivity. Sari and Michelle have a warm, conversational tone. They share ideas in an always caring and sometimes humorous way. They include stories from other women with ADHD, reaffirming you are not alone. And throughout, they ask you questions that encourage you to get to know yourself better. No one has all the answers. They sure don’t have YOUR answers! Sari and Michelle never pretend they have all the answers. I love that they help you ask the right questions. I wish I had this book twenty years ago. Save yourself twenty years; get it today.” Anyhow, I was married to someone for 14 years who accepted and validated me...until he had an affair and left my daughter and I to fend for ourselves.This is a guide to help you do the important work that comes before ADHD strategies can be effective. Don’t misunderstand—strategies are essential when you live with ADHD. But are you looking for strategies that will allow you to reach your goals? Or are you looking for strategies that will help you blend in with the neurotypicals? Without understanding, you cannot accept. Without acceptance, there is no path to living out loud with ADHD.

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I wish there was some discussion of of how adhd interacts with mental illness, as I struggle a lot with anxiety and that changes a lot of my behaviors so they’re not always recognizable as adhd traits. If you’re ready to develop a strong, bold, and confident sense of self, embrace your unique brain-based differences, and cultivate your individual strengths, this step-by-step workbook will help guide the way. Linda Roggli, PCC, ADDiva Network for ADHD Women 40-and-better, author of Confessions of an ADDiva, and cofounder of ADHD Women’s Palooza Sari and Michelle are your super-smart, empathic friends who have been there before you and want to save you a lot of unnecessary suffering. They won’t tell you what to do, but, like any good friends, they will help you figure out what you want to do. Your ADHD symptoms may or may not be better after reading this wise, insightful book, but your life definitely will be.” In working with ADDA for several years and with my therapist I’ve been made aware as to the extent of I’ve diminished the importance of my talents and skills. This book is a pivot point in overcoming my doubts and appreciating what I have to offer.

The Classics (books recommended to me in various ADHD courses, workshops, etc. … )

Not at all what I was expecting or looking for. I found it to be overflowing with cutesy buzzwords, such as mindful authenticity, and the overall feeling of the book came across to me as, “You deserve to exist and do stuff you want to, even though you have challenges!” Well gee, thanks for that. Never in my adult life as a woman, have I found a tool so useful and empowering in regards to my ADHD, which has been absolutely debilitating in the past. I recommend this book to everybody I know who struggles with ADHD symptoms, as well as to the people who love them and want to understand them. My perspective on ADHD has shifted to the point that I hardly notice it as an inconvenience. I feel much more acceptance, ease and joy in my life, and a general sense of optimism and excitement for the days to come.