Ep. 002: Lindsay’s Story

The Wavy Brain

It’s Lindsay’s time to share her story. Lindsay talks about growing up, struggling through school, rising up through the corporate world, and parenting with ADHD. She talks about the lightbulb moment once she finally started learning about her ADHD and paired medication with group coaching. Lindsay also talks about the decision to pivot in her career and embrace how her wavy brain works. Lindsay reminds us that everyone’s experience with ADHD is unique, but we can support one another on our journeys.

Mentioned in this Episode:

• The challenges for neurodivergent people of working in an open office.

• How urgency and pressure can be both a blessing and curse for those with ADHD.

• Lindsay’s experience as a parent with ADHD.

• Lindsay & Lauren share insights around cognitive distortions.

• How Lindsay decided to pivot in her work and manage her feelings of shame during that big life decision.

• Lindsay sees ADHD as one part of the much bigger neurodiversity picture.

Quotes:

• “I went to this group therapy and it was like fireworks and light bulbs all turned on at the same time. I started learning all about this new vocabulary around ADHD.” - Lindsay

• “It’s not only just the strategies, it’s understanding how ADHD impacts you specifically.” - Lindsay

• “The work I did with my coach made me realize that I wanted to do something that was a little bit more meaningful and create an environment that worked really well for me.” - Lindsay

• “When it comes to your career and neurodiversity, don't be afraid to explore those different areas, and don't count yourself out just because you might not be good at certain parts of a career that you're interested in.” - Lindsay

• “When I decided to make this change, I have never looked back. But there are definitely moments where it’s hard for me to say out loud. It’s an ego thing. It takes time for your ego to let go.” - Lindsay

Contact Lindsay

www.thewavybrain.com | @thewavybrain | [e-mail]