What happens when ADHD and autism share the same brain space? Is it chaos? Is it genius? Is it both… before noon?

In this episode, we crack open the beautifully complicated overlap between ADHD and autism — the misunderstandings, the sensory spirals, the hyperfocus rabbit holes, the social “wait… what just happened?” moments, and the surprising superpowers.

In this episode, I interviewed one of my family members, Alyssa, about her journey with a diagnosis of ADHD & Autism with children and a husband with diagnosis.

We talk about:

• The traits that blur together (and the ones that absolutely do not)
• Masking, burnout, and why everything feels louder some days
• Executive dysfunction vs. demand avoidance — the showdown
• The emotional side no one explains
• How self-awareness changes everything

There are laughs. There are “ohhhhh that makes sense now” revelations. There may be mild ranting.

Whether you’re diagnosed, questioning, parenting, partnering, or just squirrel-adjacent — this one might feel uncomfortably relatable in the best way.

Grab a snack you’ll forget you made, settle into your favorite sensory-safe corner, and let’s untangle brains together. 🧠💛

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Get ready to laugh and learn with Kim & Rhea as they take you on a wild ride through post-holiday recovery! From the chaos of hosting to the creative burst of a new year, she's got stories that'll make you nod and chuckle. Dive into the hilarious world of family dynamics during the holidays, the superhero feats of moms, and why being your own health advocate is a must. Plus, discover how caffeine can be a sneaky little rascal, and enjoy some juicy travel tales and everyday adventures that are sure to tickle your funny bone!

Takeaways

• Post holiday recovery can take time and creativity
• Hosting events can be stressful but rewarding
• Moms often bear the brunt of holiday responsibilities
• Self-advocacy in health is crucial for effective care.
• Tracking health symptoms can aid in medical consultations
• Caffeine can affect hormonal balance and energy levels.
• Personal anecdotes can provide reliable insights
• Family dynamics play a significant role in holiday planning
• Dietary adjustments can lead to better health outcomes
• Travel experiences can offer new culinary adventures

#post-holiday #creativity #familydynamics #health #hormones #self-advocacy #caffeine #travel #personalanecdotes #everydaylife @Neuromints @OrderoftheSquirrels

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Thanks for being patient as our lives took president recently. But we are back!! Happy Thanksgiving everyone. This one is out early to assist your ADHD Anxieties etc... xoxox Kim and Rhea

Notes:

General Survival Guid for ADHD'ers

Holiday Stress

Maintain Routines & Anchors

Sensory Overload

Boundries & Saying NO

Self-Care: Sleep, Nutrition, Exersices

Body Doubling for Production