ADHD AF!!
ADHD AF!! is a podcast for neurodivergent people who are tired of masking and want to thrive. Host Chante, a Black woman, shares her experiences navigating life, motherhood, and mental health with ADHD. The show covers many topics with honesty and no filters, creating a safe space for listeners to be themselves. It offers real talk and encouragement for anyone seeking healing and community.
Episodes
Life Be Lifin!! The Pause Button.. & Why I'm Back Now
Im back yall! And this one's real. In this episode, I open up about where I've been, why i needed to pause, and how that break forced me to face my mental health, my inconsistencies, and the pressure to " keep it together." I talk about not feeling like myself, learning self compassion, and even the beautiful surprises that came out of the stillness..including a major life updat
Calm Down, Let Me Stim In Peace...
In this episode of ADHD AF!!, we're talking all about STIMMING. What it is, why we do it, and how it shows up when you're living with ADHD. From tapping pens, and bouncing knees to humming, or playing with textures, stimming is often misunderstood, judged, or shamed. But the truth is, its a natural, powerful way our brains self regulate and find comfort.I'll break down different types of stims, sh
I Want To Be Soft, But My Trauma Said Nahhh..
Let's be real...softness doesn't always feel safe when you're neurodivergent, especially when you've experienced trauma and spent your whole life in survival mode. In this episode, we unpack what it means to want to be vulnerable, open, and emotionally present...but feel blocked by rejection, or the constant need to protect yourself. From masking and emotional shutdowns to being labeled "too sensi
ADHD Aint A Pass, I'm Not Your Mama!!
In this episode of ADHD AF, we're diving deep into one of the most frustrating and misunderstood dynamics in ADHD relationships: The Parent-Child Dynamic. Whether you've found yourself nagging like a mama or feeling like your partner's second parent, you're not alone. You're not crazy. This dynamic is more common than people think, especially in neurodiverse partnerships.We'
Neurodivergent AF: I Am. Are You??
In this episode of ADHD AF, we're digging into what it really means to be neurodivergent, beyond the buzzwords and the TikToks. I'm talking about how I came to understand my own neurodivergence, how it showed up in my life long before I had the language for it, and how you can start connecting the dots in your own story too. Whether you're newly diagnosed, self diagnosed, or still figu
ADHD Ain't New, But This Episode Is...
In this very first episode of ADHD AF, I'm kicking things off by getting real about by ADHD journey. From being diagnosed at 15 to rediscovering that same diagnosis as a grown-ass woman at 35. I'm sharing what led me to seek help (again,) how validating that moment was, and the ways ADHD shaped everything from school to self-worth. This episode dives into the overlooked experience of Black
Welcome to the Messy Magic of ADHD AF!!
Lets be real-living with ADHD is a mix of brilliance, burnout, and "wait, what was I saying?" In this debut episode, I'm sharing my unfiltered story: the late diagnosis, the struggles no one talks about, and the beauty I've found in embracing my neurodivergent self. This aint your typical ADHD podcast. ADHD AF!! is rooted in culture, honesty, and real-life experiences- especially for folks who bee
