Navigating Neurodivergence with Stefan Glazer Stefan Glazer

I talk about how hard it is to make friends with ADHD and RSD and how to overcome some of the obstacles.



Articles Referenced in this episode:

https://medium.com/@stefan.glazer/making-friends-at-42-d0086ec1b53f



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https://medium.com/sticks-stones-and-adhd/how-i-use-3-tools-to-navigate-rsd-4f0bdca388a6




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Summary

In this episode, Stefan Glazer shares his frustration with social media platforms and their censorship of his content. He talks about his journey of finding new creative outlets, such as creating guided meditations, and his decision to start a YouTube channel for these meditations. However, his channel was quickly removed by YouTube without any explanation. Stefan expresses his disappointment and reflects on the irony of social media platforms promoting vulgar and divisive content while censoring positive and helpful content. Despite this setback, Stefan remains determined to find new ways to spread love and understanding.



Takeaways

Social media platforms often censor positive and helpful content while allowing vulgar and divisive content.

Finding new creative outlets can be a way to express oneself and help others.

Creating guided meditations can provide a sense of relaxation and balance.

Despite setbacks, it is important to continue spreading love and understanding.



Chapters

00:00

Introduction and Frustration with Social Media

05:08

Finding New Creative Outlets

09:06

The Rejection of Content


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Summary

In this episode, Stefan Glazer shares his personal journey of burnout and rediscovering his passion for photography. He emphasizes the importance of taking breaks and listening to your body. Stefan talks about his experience as a professional photographer and how he lost joy in his craft. He then describes his spiritual awakening and decision to step away from being a professional photographer, which ultimately reignited his love for photography. Stefan concludes by encouraging listeners to stop monetizing their passion and focus on creating the best work they can.

Keywords

burnout, passion, photography, taking a break, rediscovering joy, professional photographer, spiritual awakening, monetizing passion

Takeaways

Taking breaks and listening to your body is crucial for avoiding burnout.

Losing joy in your craft doesn't mean you're a failure; it's okay to take a step back and reassess.

Stepping away from monetizing your passion can reignite your love for it and attract genuine support.

Don't put unrealistic timelines or expectations on your creative journey; focus on doing the work.

Taking a break can help you find yourself and rediscover your true passions.

Sound Bites

"It is okay to take a break."

"Stop making your passion monetized and you will monetize your passion."

"You don't have to monetize everything."

Chapters

00:00

Introduction and the Decision to Take a Break

03:17

The Importance of Listening to Your Inner Voice

05:08

The Story of Burnout and Losing Passion for Photography

13:07

Rekindling the Flame: Working with Pets and Finding Joy

23:56

Stepping Away from Being a Professional Photographer

26:10

Reconnecting with the Joy of Photography

29:02

Don't Put Pressure on Monetizing Your Passion


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Just as I've written about it in my articles on Medium. I want to remind everyone it's okay to take a break and refocus on what you're doing. I looked to return late spring early summer 2024. Thank you all for listening and always remember you're not alone.

This episode comes to you from the side of the Sandia mountains, at almost 9,000 ft, semi out of breath, with nothing but love and I care for you all.

Thank you and see you soon!

Bye for now.

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This is a series on Executive Function that I have recorded. I am taking a bit of each, piece by piece, explaining it, and getting you some tips on how to navigate it.

This will be an ongoing mini-series in the midst of doing all the other episodes that I have created.

Once I get through the first few episodes of this series, we'll have regular guests come back and tell their stories.

I just needed to create this to get more people aware of the issues we face with Executive Function.


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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stefan-glazer/support

This is a series on Executive Function that I have recorded. I am taking a bit of each, piece by piece, explaining it, and getting you some tips on how to navigate it.

This will be an ongoing mini-series in the midst of doing all the other episodes that I have created.

Once I get through the first few episodes of this series, we'll have regular guests come back and tell their stories.

I just needed to create this to get more people aware of the issues we face with Executive Function.


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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stefan-glazer/support