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Education, Support & Coaching for Adults with ADHD. Together we unpack the challenges & frustrations + the positives of living with ADHD. Combing science backed research and evidence based coaching tools to help you understand, manage & thrive with ADHD. With a no BS approach, this Podcast will help you better understand your unique ADHD brain & how you can work with it to feel better, increase your self-confidence, improve your relationships & achieve your goals. **Xena Jones is not a medic ...
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This episode is for the loved ones of an ADHDer. There is a lot of stigma & many misconceptions about living with ADHD & we can have a hard time communicating this to you. Thank you for taking the time to better understand us. My intention with this episode was to provide better insight into our lives & why we are the way we are. And thank you to t…
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How many times have you thought when I do this or get this then I’ll be happy…? Maybe you think you are doing something wrong or there was something wrong with you because you don’t feel happy or good most of the time? Society has taught us that the goal in life is to be happy. But the truth is: Life is 50/50 Being human means we will experience 50…
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Emotions dysregulation is one of the ADHD symptoms that has the biggest affect on our lives. And here's why: When we don't manage our emotions, they manage us. When we don't know how to respond to them, we react Our emotions drive all of our actions. Emotions are everything! When we take action (this includes procrastination) it’s because of how we…
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The long awaited episode on hormones, perimenopause & ADHD is here! We are joined by Dr Samantha Newman - The “Female GP” - And Neurodiversity Affirming Clinician. Our goal with this episode was to create a resource for women with ADHD, helping them understand what’s going on with their hormones, what options are available & where to go for help. S…
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Managing our ADHD can be hard... Especially for those of us diagnosed later in life - having grown up thinking that we were just a bad person, or there was something wrong with us because we have had to work twice as hard to try and keep up with everyone around us. So many of the things I grew up hating about myself are actually symptoms of ADHD - …
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We are joined by Neurodiversity advocate & host of the No Such Thing As Normal Podcast this week, Sonia Gray. Listen in to hear: How Sonia initially shelved her ADHD diagnosis because she couldn't get her head around it & believed she just had character flaws Why learning about some of the lesser known ADHD characteristics finally helped her to emb…
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Get your free guide HERE to go along with this episode! The 4 step process to overcoming ADHD overwhelm: xenajones.com/52 In part two of this series on ADHD overwhelm we are covering: What overwhelm is in the body & where it comes from in the brain What we’ve been led to believe about overwhelm & whats actually correct (based on the science!) And t…
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As adults with ADHD we are prone to experiencing overwhelm. This can lead to us powering down, going into hibernation mode or ending up in ADHD burnout. In this episode we are diving into: The 2 reasons why people with ADHD experience more regular overwhelm The 5 types of ADHD overwhelm In PART 2 next week - I will share with you how to manage over…
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This is an update to the first episode we had on ADHD Medication #3. In the episode I'm sharing: A recap of what ADHD meds do The 2 diff types of stimulants My personal experience of 3 different variations of ADHD stimulants. FAQs such as 'should I take days off my meds & how do I know if my meds are working?' My 3 key lessons from ADHD meds **Note…
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By age 10 a child with ADHD has heard 20,000 more negative messages that their peers... so it's no wonder many ADHDers struggle with self-esteem. In this episode we cover: 3 Reasons why ADHDers experience self-esteem challenges Why external validation is never enough How no amount of being hard on yourself will even make you "do better" The 1 thing…
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As ADHDers we can struggle with relationships & often feel misunderstood by the people around us. So in this episode I'm sharing: How ADHD symptoms show up in relationships Personal examples of how ADHD affects my relationships How we can improve our relationships by focusing on this one thing For more support visit: xenajones.com Come hang out wit…
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As ADHDers we have less serotonin. A neurotransmitter that plays an important role in our mood sleep, cognition & memory. By increasing our serotonin levels we can improve how we feel, we can reduce feelings of anxiety & depression, improve our sleep, increase our motivation & improve our memory! In this episode we explore: Signs of low serotonin l…
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A key trademark of ADHD is low levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine. Us ADHDers tend to be more restless as our brain constantly seek ways to increase dopamine levels. By understand dopamine we can begin to better manage it & use the various dopamine increasing activities to our advantage, whilst also understanding & monitoring the consequences …
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Today I'm teaching you how to identify your unique recipe for setting yourself up for success. I'm sharing the 3 key ingredients in every success recipe . Breaking down multiple examples of this in action. And telling you exactly how you can identify your recipe for success with ADHD. For more tools & support visit: xenajones.com And remember to gr…
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Do you struggle with negative thinking? You are not alone! Research shows that ADHDers are more prone to negative thinking & it's no wonder given many of the negative messages we received growing up... In this episode we explore: The 9 types of negative thoughts we experience (including all or nothing thinking & catastrophizing) 5 key things you ne…
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In this episode we explore the motivational triad & the 3 things our brain is wired to always prioritise. We look at how these 3 things might be holding you back from achieving your goals & making positive changes. I'm sharing my personal goal for 2024 & demonstrating how my challenges relate to these 3 key areas. And we uncover the #1 thing requir…
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Join me as I celebrate my ADHD birthday & the day my life finally made sense! I'm sharing my top 5 ADHD lessons which include: Procrastination & getting sh*t done Why I no longer want to be neurotypical My #1 medication (that isn't in pill form) The importance of listing to our individual bodies & self-advocating My secret sauce to thriving with AD…
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What's your relationship like with achieving your goals? Love the idea of changing your life but struggle with taking the action required to make it happen? You're not alone... Studies show that 80% of people have given up on their New Years Resolution by mid Feb. But that doesn't have to be you! In this episode we cover: My 5 step process for sett…
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As ADHDers we can have challenges with priorities as it requires the executive functioning "managers" of our brain to work together. In this episode we cover: Spoon theory - managing your mental & emotional energy Identifying your top 5 priorities (& what might be missing) I share my top 5 priorities with you We discuss the role of "balance" The di…
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How many planners & productivity apps have you tried in the past? And how many have them have collected dust or ended up in the bin? I'm giving you 5 simple steps to create more productivity in your life (without more planners or apps). Steps that take into consideration how much dopamine we ADHDers have & how to produce more of it in the process. …
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Perfectionism is often a coping mechanism to mask ADHD traits and fit into societal norms. It is driven by a desire to avoid judgment, criticism, or rejection. In this episode we explore: Common signs & symptoms of perfectionism What drives perfection How we can accept imperfection, embracing authenticity & breaking free from the self-destructive c…
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Get your copy of the 12 things I wished my doctor had told me about adult ADHD: https://www.xenajones.com/12things Is my ADHD an excuse for interrupting someone, running late or struggling to finish my work? Excuses typically come from feeling defensive, afraid or anxious. Explanations come from acceptance, integrity, authenticity & tell the truth …
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Does fear of failure hold you back? Or perhaps you feel like you are a failure? Then this episode is for you! We explore: The impact of the traditional education system on ADHDers' self-esteem & how this affects our relationship with failure The role of rejection-sensitive dysphoria (RSD) How to create a positive relationship with failure My own ex…
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We are shedding light on how dropping estrogen levels can exacerbate ADHD symptoms. Discover why ADHD medications may seem less effective during this time and gain valuable insights into managing these challenges. We explore questions like: How do our hormones affect our ADHD? (from periods to perimenopause & beyond) What is PMDD? What are the trea…
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I often get asked: How can I increase my motivation? Did you know your brain is wired to NOT want to do stuff? Discover the brain wiring behind motivation in a straightforward way and learn my 5 tips for when motivation seems elusive. If you've ever struggled with procrastination, self-doubt, or feeling stuck, this episode is a must-listen. I'm sha…
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If you are struggling with your ADHD diagnosis you are not alone. Gutted about the delay in getting diagnosed & now having to figure out how to unlearn & unravel all the techniques you've been using to survive.? Thinking about what life could have been like if you'd been diagnoses earlier? THIS episode is for you my friend. ... This is just the beg…
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As humans we are meaning making machines. We attach meaning to everything. The money in our bank account, the job we have, the amount we weigh, the things other people say, the weather... everything! And the meaning we chose to give things, determines how we feel. In this episode we go through some common examples of negative meaning we attach to e…
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Struggle with over committing yourself? Say yes when you don't really want to because you're afraid of letting people down? Boundaries are an act of self-respect & self-care. Boundaries are what create balance in our lives. In this episode I'm sharing how most people misunderstand boundaries. Plus the exact 3 steps you can take to create a boundary…
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Today we are joined by the Queen of self-compassion Becca Stark as she shares with us the life-changing power of self-compassion. We explore why this is so hard for ADHDers, especially when we are so good at being compassionate with others. We walkabout HOW to be compassionate with ourselves. Becca shares her ADHD story with us And we talk about th…
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Many of us ADHDers have sleep challenges but the good news is there is a LOT we can do to improve our sleep! Wether you have difficulty falling asleep, are restless during the night or find it hard to wake up - we are covering it all today. This episode is packed with tools you can use, actionable steps you can take & supplements that are proven to…
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You know what to do, but you're just not doing it... You struggle with following through... Procrastinate & do other things instead... This episode is for you my friend! We are exploring the links between taking action, dopamine levels, our nervous systems, being in survival mode and the role of mindset management. You will leave with actionable st…
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How we feel determines what we do or don’t do... The reason we do or don't do anything is because of how we think it will make us feel. Emotions are everything. Persistent emotion dysregulation & emotional avoidance can create problems in our relationships, work & other areas of life. And emotional management is a set of skills that we can learn. I…
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As ADHDers we are often easily frustrated, quick to anger, impatient and show our emotions more easily that others. We are also more prone to emotional outbursts and can have challenges with regulating our emotions. In this episode we will look at what is happening in our brain and this happens. Plus I'm sharing my 5 tips for managing our emotions.…
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Self-acceptance is the key to feeling better & creating positive change in your life. And for us ADHDers this can be a hard one. But, you can not hate your way to happiness. Beating yourself up creates inconsistency & going back to old habits. This work right here, in this episode, was life changing for me & for hundreds of the women I've coached. …
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Dopamine debt or dopamine deficiency as most experts call it, often presents as a constant state of apathy & a lack of enthusiasm towards things you would normally enjoy or be interested in. In this episode we explore: The signs & symptoms of dopamine debt The links between dopamine debt & burnout The role addiction plays in dopamine debt And what …
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Making & keeping friends can be hard for ADHDers... Why is that? And what can we do about it? I'm sharing Ned Hallowell & Russell Barkley's research on ADHD friendships in adults. As well as my own examples & proven strategies for making & maintaining friendships when you have ADHD. Plus 4 important things to keep in mind when it comes to friendshi…
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Many ADHDers struggle with starting tasks. If a task is boring, too hard or requires too much effort, we are likely to avoid it. Our brains do a mental calculation of how much dopamine it will cost Vs how much we will get in return and if that calculation determines we will pay more than we'll get, we are not going to start. In this episode we unpa…
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Last chance to register for the free ADHD Masterclass next week: https://www.xenajones.com/masterclass ADHD medications are one of MANY tools we have available. This episode is designed to help you create your own custom ADHD toolkit by providing you with more than 13 research backed tools you can "play" with. For more tips (& memes) come hang out …
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Register here: https://www.xenajones.com/masterclass During this 60-90 minute ADHD masterclass we will be covering 3 key areas: Mindset, Dopamine & the Nervous System. I'll do some teaching & provide you with loads of tools to support you in thriving with ADHD. Plus I will hang out at the end to answer questions. Get all the info & sign up for FREE…
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If you’ve ever wondered "why can’t I just do it like everyone else?" THIS IS WHY. We are wired in such a way that it’s not easy to do it like everyone else. Our nervous systems are different. In this episode we explore: What the role of our nervous system is How the ADHD nervous system is different 4 Ways to better operate with the nervous system w…
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Emotional dysregulation is a core symptom of ADHD & one of our executive dysfunctions. It can look like... Overreacting, not letting things go, anxiety, intense emotional reactions & feeling out of control Often it results in us being labelled as: very up & down, moody or over-reacting. Basically displaying emotions that others perceive as not bein…
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Struggling to get started, avoiding things that need to get done & feeling unable to get motivated, are all common for us ADHDers. And in this episode we are talk about why this is AND how we can play with the 4 part NICU frame work to procrastinate less & increase our dopamine levels to get sh*t done. NICU stands for Novelty, Interest, Competition…
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ADHD masking is the ways in which we try to conform to neurotypical standards to avoid the shame and stigma that ADHDers can experience. It is a self-protection strategy that over time becomes tough to maintain. It can sabotage your social skills, prevent accurate diagnosis, reduce self-esteem, and lead to burnout. We explore what ADHD masking look…
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As ADHDers we can really struggle with critisim & rejection. Many of us experience RSD - rejection sensitive dysphoria & even the perceived idea of rejection can be paralysing. In this episode I'm sharing with you a perceived rejection that I am in the midst of working through. And I share with you the 3 strategies I use & teach my clients to use w…
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I used to think if I could just be skinny, have nice things & travel all the time then I'd be happy. I was anxious all the time & super hard on myself. I just wanted to feel better. In this episode I am sharing the one thing you need to change in order to feel better ,and it's super simple!) This one thing has changed my life (as I share in this ep…
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This is PART 2 of a 2 part series on dopamine. In this episode we are covering: How low levels of oestrogen & our hormones impact our dopamine levels. The negative impact smartphones can have on our dopamine levels & how to mitigate this Why & how we layer dopamine activities & what we need to be mindful of The one activity that has a hugely positi…
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This is a 2 part series on dopamine. In this episode we are covering: What dopamine is, the role it plays in our brains & how it affects those of us with ADHD What activities impact our dopamine levels & by how much We explore what our baseline levels of dopamine are, why this is super important to know & how all our dopamine producing actives take…
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Having ADHD isn't without its challenges but what about the positive elements of ADHD? What about the things ADHD allows us to do that the neurotypical folks can't do? In this episode I am sharing with you my thoughts on the positive elements of having ADHD & I am offering you some questions to think about to help you create an empowering narrative…
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