40 min

EP. 129: ADHD, Asian Americans and the Model Minority Myth ADHD for Smart Ass Women with Tracy Otsuka

    • Alternative Health

Join Tracy as she welcomes her guest Mrinal Gokhale to Episode 129 of her podcast, ADHD for Smart Ass Women. Mrinal Gokhale is a writer, business analyst, and mental health advocate based in the Midwest. Mrinal just published her first book, Saaya Unveiled: South Asian Mental Health Spotlighted, to increase education and acceptance on mental health in the South Asian diaspora. Her future goals include teaching self defense and developing a health and wellness app.   Mrinal shares: The circumstances surrounding her ADHD diagnosis Her struggle with school What has changed since she was diagnosed What made her write her book The model minority stereotype How the model minority stereotype impacts ADHD, mental health and affects self-esteem and increases shame What ADHD strengths make her good at her job Her key to living successfully with ADHD Her ADHD workaround   Resources:  @lotus_mkg EmailToday, I’m promoting my son Marcus, an NYU graduate, skilled in digital advertising and tech marketing. He's planning a solo trip to South America and seeking job opportunities in New York City. Known for his resilience and research abilities, Marcus is ready to contribute to any team. If you have leads, please reach out. Thanks for supporting this unique request. Now, back to our show.
Hi there, Tracy here. There are many misconceptions about ADHD, particularly that it equates to laziness or lack of motivation. In "ADHD for Smart Ass Women," I offer strategies tailored for ADHD minds to help leverage strengths and overcome challenges. Support the community by purchasing the book and sharing a review, helping spread crucial information and empower others.

Join Tracy as she welcomes her guest Mrinal Gokhale to Episode 129 of her podcast, ADHD for Smart Ass Women. Mrinal Gokhale is a writer, business analyst, and mental health advocate based in the Midwest. Mrinal just published her first book, Saaya Unveiled: South Asian Mental Health Spotlighted, to increase education and acceptance on mental health in the South Asian diaspora. Her future goals include teaching self defense and developing a health and wellness app.   Mrinal shares: The circumstances surrounding her ADHD diagnosis Her struggle with school What has changed since she was diagnosed What made her write her book The model minority stereotype How the model minority stereotype impacts ADHD, mental health and affects self-esteem and increases shame What ADHD strengths make her good at her job Her key to living successfully with ADHD Her ADHD workaround   Resources:  @lotus_mkg EmailToday, I’m promoting my son Marcus, an NYU graduate, skilled in digital advertising and tech marketing. He's planning a solo trip to South America and seeking job opportunities in New York City. Known for his resilience and research abilities, Marcus is ready to contribute to any team. If you have leads, please reach out. Thanks for supporting this unique request. Now, back to our show.
Hi there, Tracy here. There are many misconceptions about ADHD, particularly that it equates to laziness or lack of motivation. In "ADHD for Smart Ass Women," I offer strategies tailored for ADHD minds to help leverage strengths and overcome challenges. Support the community by purchasing the book and sharing a review, helping spread crucial information and empower others.

40 min