About this episode
How does Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) affect ADHDers? What does it feel like? And how can it be managed? In this episode of The Distractables, hosts Marie and Jessie welcome The ADHD Entrepreneur Ari Scott for a deep dive into the multifaceted world of ADHD. The discussion covers Ari's late diagnosis and entrepreneurial path, emphasizing the emotional challenges such as Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) and broader emotional disregulation. How does RSD affect both personal and professional relationships? How does having a community of ADHDers help? Marie, Jesse and Ari also explore practical advice for managing ADHD in various life aspects, including leveraging positive reinforcement strategies in both personal interactions and intimate settings.00:00 Welcome to The Distractables00:38 Meet Ari Scott: The ADHD Entrepreneur01:35 Understanding Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD)02:39 Late Diagnosis and Misdiagnosis of ADHD06:54 Emotional Dysregulation and RSD16:12 Personal Experiences with RSD19:25 Understanding Rejection and Emotional Responses19:57 Professional vs. Personal Rejection23:51 The Power of Labels and ADHD Awareness26:08 Building Community and Finding Support28:43 Positive Reinforcement and ADHD30:28 ADHD in Relationships and Daily Life31:35 Connecting with ADHD Content Creators34:03 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsWhere you can find us!Marie and Llama LifeDesktopiOS appAndroid appInstagramXMaries Xreddit JesseJesses bookWebsite NewsletterInstagramXThreadsAri:WebsiteInstagram Thank you for listening! Join us next week for more honest and open chats about ADHD. Chat soon, Marie & Jesse
