Order of the Squirrels
Where ADHD Meets Perimenopause Chaos (We will probably forget why we're here!)
Welcome to the podcase where two primenopausal (because life wasn't chaotic enough), time blinded, and easily distracated moms - Kim Ratliff, A Korean-American artist, Navy Spouse, and boymom and Rhea Yap, a Filipino nurse (Duh), creative hobby hoarder, and fellow boy mom attempt to have structured conversations about ADHD, shatter the AAPI stereotype... and inevitably get sidetracked.
Order of the Squirrels
ADHD Month!
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Topic Breakdown:
- Why ADHD brains love fresh starts but struggle with follow-through (hello, dopamine rollercoaster š¢).
- āSeasonal Motivation Disorderā: how weather, light, and new routines affect attention and energy.
- ADHD awareness month myths: āYou just need to focus moreā ā cue laughter.
- Tools that actually work: dopamine stacking, body doubling, microgoals, and accountability with humor.
- Fun spin: Kim and Rhea try āThe Great Squirrel Reset Challengeā ā each picks one chaotic corner of life to overhaul (with snacks as motivation).
Research Sources:
- ADDitude ā Why ADHD Brains Crave Newness
- Psychology Today ā The ADHD Dopamine Connection
- Verywell Mind ā How Seasonal Change Affects Focus and Mood
- CHADD ā ADHD Awareness Month Resources
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āCarefree Funā
This track is registered with YouTubeās Content ID downloaded music from Pixabay, legally allowed to use it. Artist: Doobie
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www.KimberlyRatliffart.com / @KimberlyRatliffArt
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