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Different, Not Broken: Our Journey with ADHD and Autism - Ep 7
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In this episode, we open up about our experiences with ADHD and autism — those moments when you realize the things you’ve always done weren’t just quirks; they were clues. We laugh through our shared chaos, talk openly about diagnosis, and unpack what “severity” and “masking” really mean for women of color like us.
We dive into sensory overload, self-regulation, and the difference between surviving and thriving in a neurotypical world. From fidgeting to needing quiet time to learning social skills from TV (yes, really), it’s all here.
This is an honest, funny, and affirming conversation about self-understanding and self-compassion — because being neurodivergent isn’t about fitting in; it’s about finally finding ourselves and celebrating the beauty in our unique brains. 🐿️
TL;DR
We get real about discovering our neurodivergence — from ADHD chaos and sensory overload to learning social cues from TV. Join us as we unpack autism traits, masking, and what it really means to embrace our brains with clarity, humor, and heart. 🐿️
TIME STAMPS
00:05 – Welcome Back to Black Girl, Brown Girl, Squirrel!
00:22 – Our Safe Space: Living Neurodivergent in a Neurotypical World
01:00 – Getting Comfortable Behind the Mic
02:00 – Fidgeting, Awareness, and Sensory Habits
03:10 – ND Fatigue: When Everything Feels Too Loud
06:30 – ADHD Moments & Everyday Chaos
10:00 – Overstimulation and the Week from Chaos
13:00 – Understanding Autism: Core Traits and Spectrum Overview
17:30 – The “Severity” Conversation
22:40 – Support Levels and Diagnosis Insight
27:40 – Signs and Self-Discovery: Reflecting on Personal Traits
33:30 – Echolalia, Imitation, and Connection
37:00 – Learning Social Cues from TV & Comedy
44:30 – Masking Explained Simply
46:30 – Sensory Needs, Quiet Time, and Self-Awareness
51:50 – Masking vs. Self-Regulation
54:10 – Accommodations, Advocacy, and Language Choices
57:00 – Wrap-Up and Squirrel Moments
RESOURCES
Therapist and Mental Health Resources
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CREDITS
Editor: Payton Cross Productions
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