Relapse Isn’t Failure: ADHD Entrepreneurs Can Own Their Recovery
Release Date: 01/12/2026
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Ever wonder why small changes can throw off your entire day as an ADHD Entrepreneur? André, The Impulsive Thinker®, unpacks this question in a quick reflection inspired by his talk with Dr. Kenny Handelman about autism and the nuance of energy management, rigidity, and routines. He breaks down the difference between ADHD fidgeting and autistic stimming, and why social communication can feel like a second language when you’re wired differently. This episode is all about getting clear on your brain’s unique pattern, so you can better manage your energy, emotions, and connections as a...
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André, The Impulsive Thinker®, sits down with autism expert for a direct look at how autism traits overlap—and differ—from ADHD, especially for the growth-minded ADHD Entrepreneur. In this episode, we cut through internet myths about autism and dig into what the DSM-5 really says, how “stimming” and fidgeting work, and what rigidity means for entrepreneurial routines and relationships. If you’ve ever wondered about the social challenges and unique wiring behind an autistic brain, this conversation will help clarify the differences, bust stereotypes, and give you practical insights...
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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with psychologist for an honest conversation about addiction, masking ADHD, and the entrepreneurial journey. Together, they unpack what “high functioning alcoholic” really means and how undiagnosed ADHD can drive Entrepreneurs to use alcohol or other substances as a solution—or a way to hide struggles. Personal stories intertwine with strategies for recognizing unhealthy patterns, talking about the importance of support, and the reality of facing a thinking problem rather than just a drinking problem. This episode offers relatable insights for...
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Why Sobriety Unmasks ADHD in Entrepreneurs
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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, reflects on a powerful conversation with Mike Starkey about the tough realities ADHD Entrepreneurs face at the intersection of addiction and ADHD. Addiction often hides ADHD symptoms, and getting sober exposes them, making life challenging before things improve. André unpacks how substance use and other habits like food or social media can mask ADHD traits, and why recovery programs need to address both. This episode gets personal about the ongoing nature of recovery, the importance of real community support, and what it means to truly manage your ADHD brain....
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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with Mike Starkey—professor, musician, sailor, and ADHD advocate—to share Mike’s honest journey through addiction and recovery while living with an ADHD brain. They explore why recovery for Entrepreneurs with ADHD needs more than just traditional programs, emphasizing community and real connection. Mike unpacks his path from years of self-medicating to building ADHDandAddiction.com, offering practical insights on why getting sober comes first and how community supports lasting change. Join us for an open look at what recovery really means and...
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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, takes a real look at ADHD, addiction, and recovery with insights from Amber Harper’s story. This episode breaks the silence between ADHD and addiction, diving into why alcohol became more than just a party favour—often a way to cope with untreated ADHD. Hear André share personal reflections on binge drinking, cravings, and how an ADHD diagnosis brought clarity and hope. If sobriety feels tough, you’re not alone. Tune in for honest talk about self-medicating, triggers, and the path to stable recovery. For ADHD Entrepreneurs, understanding your brain is...
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Relapse Isn’t Failure: ADHD Entrepreneurs Can Own Their Recovery
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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with Amber Harper to share her moving journey at the intersection of ADHD and addiction. Amber—a seasoned data analyst, writer, and co-founder of ADHDandAddiction.com—gets real about how her ADHD diagnosis shifted her recovery process and offered new hope. They discuss denial, anger, relapse, and why recovery looks different for ADHD Entrepreneurs. If you’ve ever used alcohol or food to cope, Amber’s honest perspective and tips on community support will hit home. Listen to learn how understanding your ADHD can change your relationship with...
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Redefining Addiction Recovery for ADHD Entrepreneurs
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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with seasoned addiction counsellor to get real about recovery, substance use disorder, and the tricks your brain can play during the process. If you’re an ADHD Entrepreneur, you’ll relate to the tug-of-war between stress, maladaptive rewards, and finding healthier coping strategies. André opens up about his own journey—swapping alcohol for binge-eating—and Rand explains why this is so common, plus how the brain’s reward system gets hijacked. Tune in for insights on building better habits and true recovery that lights up more of life than...
info_outlineAndré, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with Amber Harper to share her moving journey at the intersection of ADHD and addiction. Amber—a seasoned data analyst, writer, and co-founder of ADHDandAddiction.com—gets real about how her ADHD diagnosis shifted her recovery process and offered new hope. They discuss denial, anger, relapse, and why recovery looks different for ADHD Entrepreneurs. If you’ve ever used alcohol or food to cope, Amber’s honest perspective and tips on community support will hit home. Listen to learn how understanding your ADHD can change your relationship with addiction and open the door to true personal growth.
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Amber Harper is a seasoned data analyst and writer with an ADHD brain who supports others in their addiction recovery journeys in various ways. She is the co-founder, with Mike Starkey, of the website www.ADHDandaddiction.com , a resource dedicated to supporting ADHD brains with addiction. Amber brings lived experience, professional insight, and a commitment to empowering others in the ADHD and addiction community.
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