About this episode
Were you diagnosed with ADHD as an adult? In this episode of The Distractables, co-hosts Marie and Jesse are joined by Christal Wang, co-founder and CEO of Shimmer. The trio discusses their experiences of being diagnosed with ADHD as adults, the challenges they faced growing up undiagnosed, and the emotional journey of acceptance and adaptation. They explore the triggers that led them to seek a diagnosis, the impact of cultural upbringing, and the balance between structure and freedom. The episode wraps up with a reflection on the positive aspects of ADHD and resources for support.00:00 Welcome to The Distractables00:36 Introducing Christal Wang01:22 Late Diagnosis and Personal Stories03:39 Struggles and Structure08:00 The Importance of Clear Communication11:45 Finding Balance and Temporal Landmarks17:09 Triggers and Diagnosis20:12 Acceptance and Moving Forward27:46 The Backpack Analogy30:00 Wrapping Up and Where to Find UsWhere you can find us! Marie and Llama LifeDesktopiOS appAndroid appInstagramXMaries Xreddit JesseJesses bookWebsite NewsletterInstagramXThreadsChrisShimmerInstagram Personal instagram Thank you for listening!Chat soon, Marie & Jesse
