5 episodes
Unshaming AuDHD Jes Diverges
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Welcome to UnShaming AuDHD - a podcast for autistic ADHDers who want to remove shame, blame, and guilt from their lives and replace them with curiosity, compassion, and joy. I'm your host, Jes Diverges, and I'm here to help you reconnect to the authentic and unapologetic version of yourself that's been hidden away by systemic, interpersonal, and intergenerational shame. My goal with each episode is that you walk away feeling at least 1% more seen, heard, valued, and loved, because you belong here. You have *always* belonged here. Let's get into it.
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005: AuDHD Explained
Have you ever felt like you don't quite fit the mold of a "typical" ADHD or autistic person? In this episode, Jes takes an in-depth look at what it means to be an auDHDer - aka, someone with the ADHD/autistic “combo meal”. Jes breaks down the key differences between ADHD and autism, and how having both can create a truly unique neurotype. Learn about common auDHD experiences like misdiagnosis, emotional regulation challenges, and feeling "not autistic/ADHD enough." Packed with real-life examples and analogies, this episode provides valuable insights into your auDHD brain.
And if you found this episode helpful, be sure to check out Jes’s new program: AuDHD Summer Camp! This 6-week virtual program will help you better understand your auDHD brain and set your life up to work with your brain, rather than against it, all while in community with other auDHDers who truly get it. Starts June 24. Link below!
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Links & Resources:
AuDHD Summer Camp: https://www.jesdiverges.com/audhdsummercamp
Combo Platter Community: https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter
Jes’s Website: https://www.jesdiverges.com
Join My Email List: https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges
Jes’s Email: jes@jesdiverges.com
Transcript Document: https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts -
004: Tarot & Astrology w/ Christian Palmer
In this episode of UnShaming AuDHD, Jes talks with Christian Palmer about embracing their magical sides. Christian shares how tarot cards helped her process big emotions during difficult times, and Jes reflects on overcoming past shame around spirituality. They discuss using Tarot spreads to clarify thoughts and feelings when internal reflection proves challenging. Christian also details her Harry Styles birth chart deep-dive and D&D campaigns featuring astrological clues. Listeners learn about assigning personal meanings to cards and integrating astrology into daily decisions. Overall, the upbeat conversation explores finding clarity and accommodating neurodivergence through alternative spiritual practices.
Episode description and transcript generated by otter.ai.
Links & Resources:
Christian’s Linktree: https://linktr.ee/pogsandjellotarot
Order A Reading From Jes: https://buy.stripe.com/eVag2ufna5B25OgeUX (Four card spread, delivered via PDF, $25)
Combo Platter Community: https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter
Jes’s Website: https://www.jesdiverges.com
Join My Email List: https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges
Jes’s Email: jes@jesdiverges.com
Transcript Document: https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts -
003: Problems in the Field of Occupational Therapy w/ Alaa Alnasser
In this episode, host Jes Diverges interviews Alaa Alnasser about her experience as an occupational therapist and why she left the field to become an auDHD coach. Alaa shares concerns she had with some OT approaches that focused more on fixing clients rather than a holistic view. Both discuss challenges disabled people face in mental health fields and the importance of listening to lived experiences. Alaa also reflects on how OT influenced her understanding of her own auDHD and how finding community helped. This insightful conversation provides valuable perspectives for therapists and advocates for change in the ways we support auDHD individuals.
Episode description & transcript generated by otter.ai
Resources for Occupational Therapists
Two Sides of the Spectrum Podcast: https://learnplaythrive.com/podcast/
Learn Play Thrive website: https://learnplaythrive.com/
Connect With Alaa
IG: https://www.instagram.com/audhd_alaa
Website: https://www.AlaaAuDHDCoach.com
Links & Resources:
Combo Platter Community: https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter
Jes’s Website: https://www.jesdiverges.com
Join My Email List: https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges
Jes’s Email: jes@jesdiverges.com
Transcript Document: https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts -
002: Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria - What It Is, and Three Rules To Manage It
In this episode, host Jes Diverges discusses rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) and how it impacts autistic and ADHD individuals. Jes shares their personal experience with RSD in college and strategies they've developed to manage intense feelings of rejection. Listeners learn about the distinction between rejection sensitivity and RSD, and how frequency, intensity and duration are key factors. Jes also offers reminders on shifting perspectives to cope with anxiety around perceived criticism from others.
(Episode description & transcript generated by otter.ai)
Articles mentioned:
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24099-rejection-sensitive-dysphoria-rsd
https://embrace-autism.com/rejection-sensitive-dysphoria-in-adhd-and-autism/
Links & Resources:
Combo Platter Community: https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter
Jes’s Website: https://www.jesdiverges.com
Join My Email List: https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges
Jes’s Email: jes@jesdiverges.com
Transcript Document: https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts -
001: Allow Me To Introduce Myself
In this first episode, host Jes Diverges shares their story from high school through grad school as they navigated life as an undiagnosed autistic ADHDer. Listeners learn about Jes' struggles in college and relationships, including facing bullying from chefs and an emotionally abusive partner. Jes also discusses experiencing burnout in various jobs and their social work program before realizing their calling as a life coach. This personal account provides insight into Jes' journey of self-discovery and overcoming adversity to help empower other neurodivergent individuals.
(episode description and transcript generated by otter.ai)
Links & Resources:
Combo Platter Community: https://www.jesdiverges.com/comboplatter
Jes’s Website: https://www.jesdiverges.com
Join My Email List: https://www.jesdiverges.com/newsletter
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesdiverges
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jesdiverges
Jes’s Email: jes@jesdiverges.com
Transcript Document: https://tinyurl.com/UnshamingAuDHDTranscripts