49 min
EP. 69: ADHD and the Arts with San Francisco Opera Singer Sally Mouzon ADHD for Smart Ass Women with Tracy Otsuka
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In Episode #69 of ADHD for Smart Ass Women, Tracy introduces you to Sally Mouzon. Sally is a member of the acclaimed San Francisco Opera Chorus. She has appeared in numerous roles with the company, including Second Priestess in Iphigénie en Tauride, Second Bridesmaid in Le nozze di Figaro, Second Girl in Show Boat, and Second Orphan in Der Rosenkavalier. She has also created roles in three world premieres; La Popolana in Two Women, Joan in Heart of a Soldier, and Sister Lillianne in Dead Man Walking. In real life Sally is an avid reader, union activist, baseball fan (Go Giants!), and single mother of a collegiate Shakespeare nerd. She is a dedicated alumna of the University of Virginia and now lives in the Bay Area. In this delightful interview, Sally shares: How an article about time blindness resulted in her adult ADHD diagnosis Her ADHD symptoms which were present since childhood Her music filled childhood Why structure was so important to her academic success How she pivoted back into music and ultimately parlayed her love of music into an audition with the San Francisco Opera How her degrees in African American Studies and Russian Literature help her to be a better opera singer The ADHD traits that she feels are responsible for her professional success? The key to living successfully with ADHD Her ADHD workarounds Resources: Twitter, Instagram: @sallymezzoToday, 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.
In Episode #69 of ADHD for Smart Ass Women, Tracy introduces you to Sally Mouzon. Sally is a member of the acclaimed San Francisco Opera Chorus. She has appeared in numerous roles with the company, including Second Priestess in Iphigénie en Tauride, Second Bridesmaid in Le nozze di Figaro, Second Girl in Show Boat, and Second Orphan in Der Rosenkavalier. She has also created roles in three world premieres; La Popolana in Two Women, Joan in Heart of a Soldier, and Sister Lillianne in Dead Man Walking. In real life Sally is an avid reader, union activist, baseball fan (Go Giants!), and single mother of a collegiate Shakespeare nerd. She is a dedicated alumna of the University of Virginia and now lives in the Bay Area. In this delightful interview, Sally shares: How an article about time blindness resulted in her adult ADHD diagnosis Her ADHD symptoms which were present since childhood Her music filled childhood Why structure was so important to her academic success How she pivoted back into music and ultimately parlayed her love of music into an audition with the San Francisco Opera How her degrees in African American Studies and Russian Literature help her to be a better opera singer The ADHD traits that she feels are responsible for her professional success? The key to living successfully with ADHD Her ADHD workarounds Resources: Twitter, Instagram: @sallymezzoToday, 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.
49 min