By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – November 18, 2024
You fall in love, get married, and live happily ever after… NOT! How about a reframe? You fall in love, get married, and live happier, and happier, and happier. Now you’re talking! Continue reading “We Plus ADHD: A Great Relationship”
By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – October 28, 2024
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide, impacting their daily lives, relationships, and overall well-being. To shed light on this complex condition, David Giwerc of ADD Coach Academy (https://addca.com), a renowned expert in ADHD education and coaching, has authored a groundbreaking book titled Permission to Proceed. In this blog post, I delve into the insights and models shared by David in a conversation on Attention Talk Radio.
ADHD is often misunderstood, and its challenges can be perplexing. The ADHD paradox revolves around the seeming contradiction between the individual’s potential and their difficulties with focus and impulse control. David’s book examines this paradox and offers a fresh perspective on ADHD that embraces its unique strengths while addressing its challenges.
One of the key concepts discussed in “Permission to Proceed” is the relationship between attention and intention. David highlights how individuals with ADHD often possess intense focus in areas of genuine interest, demonstrating that their attention capacity is not entirely impaired. By understanding the interplay between attention and intention, individuals with ADHD can harness their strengths more effectively.
David introduces his “I” Model, which is a framework that emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and self-acceptance in managing ADHD. The “I” Model encourages you to explore your identity, interests, and values to help you discover a more authentic and fulfilling life.
Another valuable model discussed in the book is the “Machine, Mind, and Mission” model, which is a roadmap of sorts for personal growth. This model helps individuals with ADHD gain clarity on how their unique brain (the Machine) functions, understand their thought patterns and beliefs (the Mind), and align their actions with their purpose and goals (the Mission).
“Permission to Proceed” is a valuable resource not only for individuals with ADHD but also for ADHD coaches and mental health professionals. It provides insights into effective coaching techniques and strategies for supporting clients with ADHD. Mental health professionals seeking a deeper understanding of ADHD coaching will find this book to be a valuable asset.
If you’re interested in learning more about this Model, please check out my interview with David, “ADHD: Permission to Proceed,” where we explored David’s unique insights, models, and personal journey with ADHD. http://tobtr.com/2241943
By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – October 7, 2024
For many young folks with ADHD, the transition from adolescence to adulthood is a bit more complicated than it might seem. Legal issues change, the mental health landscape changes, and the likelihood of more serious addictions come into play. In fact, it’s a conundrum when it comes to coping with the circumstances. It may involve legal twists, mental health turns, and the haunting specter of addiction. Continue reading “ADHD: Transition from Teen to Adult”
By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – September 16, 2024
If you are a man married to a woman with ADHD, we are talking to you! In all likelihood, your marriage or partnership is anything but mainstream. Old paradigms don’t work. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a survival guide? Continue reading “Survival Guide for Men Married to ADHD Women”
By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – August 19, 2024
Living in a relationship where one or both partners have ADHD can present unique challenges. Those challenges require a subtle approach so the partners can achieve understanding and communication. Without this growth between them, the partners may suffer daily disagreements with no resolution, resulting in resentment and frustration. But help is available when the partners truly want to move forward in a happy and successful relationship. Continue reading “How to Move Forward in an ADHD Relationship”
By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – July 29, 2024
What is obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)? Can an individual have ADHD and OCD at the same time? If so, how can a person obsess and be compulsive and, at the same time, be impulsive and distracted? Believe it or not, it happens. To learn more, I had a conversation with Dr. Roberto Olivardia, a clinical instructor in the Department of Psychology at Harvard Medical School with a private practice in Arlington MA, as well as Dr. Kirsten Milliken, a psychologist and trained ADHD coach. Continue reading “Are ADHD and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder the Same?”
By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – June 24, 2024
Are you familiar with the ADHD Machine, Mind, and Mission Model? To me, it’s an exciting tool to help you understand how to move forward with ADHD. The model can also explain how medications and other treatments, like coaching, can affect progress differently. It’s a mental model for those who are struggling to move forward. It’s a great way to put things in context, not just things like exercise, diet, and medicine, but also coaching and other types of treatment. Continue reading “ADHD: Machine, Mind, and Mission”
By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – May 27, 2024
Those with ADHD are often challenged to maintain a regular sleep schedule due to the restless and overactive nature of their minds. There are just too many other more interesting things to do than sleep. Racing thoughts and an inability to switch off cognitive processes can make bedtime a frustrating ordeal, leading to inadequate and poor sleep. It’s like a roller coaster ride! Continue reading “ADHD and Sleep: Making Time For It”
By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – March 18, 2024
“If we weren’t all crazy, we would go insane” ~ Jimmy Buffet. That’s right; we’re all a little crazy in our own way, especially those with ADHD. All too often, ADD-ers get caught up in the seriousness of life. Most could use a little humor to lighten things up, and the ability to laugh at themselves is something we should aspire to just to take off some of the pressure. Continue reading “Managing ADHD with Humor”
By Jeff Copper, MBA, PCC, PCAC, CPCC, ACG – February 19, 2024
What is stigma? How does it impact ADHD? Is it different from discrimination? How is it different and what are its properties? Does language play a role in stigma? How can we overcome stigma? In this blog post, I’m looking into the concept of stigma to unravel its layers and explore its implications… especially regarding its impact on ADHD. Continue reading “How Stigma Impacts ADHD”
