Making Meaningful Connections with Social Spy Caroline Maguire
Life With Lost Keys | ADHD & More!
Caroline Maguire is the author of the award-winning book Why Will No One Play with Me? and the brilliant mind behind the TEDx talk “Becoming a Social Spy: How to Read People Using Observational Learning." In this episode René and Caroline sit down to discuss the ins and outs of building confidence and developing the skills to jump in and make new friends, making and keeping meaningful connections, and setting boundaries in friendships as neurodivergent people. You can learn more about Caroline and her incredible work on her website, . You can also find Caroline on Instagram, as ,...
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Jen Bee and BADDass Tips for Surviving the Workplace
Life With Lost Keys | ADHD & More!
In this episode, we sit down with Jen Bee of BADDass Coaching talk about the challenges of navigating the corporate world as a Black neurodivergent individual. We discuss Jen's journey of understanding her ADHD and how it has influenced the way she functions and interacts in the workplace, the importance of making accommodations - not just for visible disabilities but also for invisible ones like ADHD, advocating for changing the workplace culture to focus on strengths, and the need for employers to provide the necessary tools for their employees to excel so that employees feel...
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Tiffany Hammond and A Day with No Words
Life With Lost Keys | ADHD & More!
In this episode we sit down with author and mother Tiffany Hammond, better known online as "Fidgets and Fries," to discuss her new book "A Day with No Words." We discussed how Tiff found her voice as a writer, where her got the idea for the book, the importance of amplifying the experiences of non-speakers, and what type of work she'd like to do next. You can learn more about the book and get a copy for yourself online on the - adaywithnowords.com. You can find Tiffany online on the following platforms: Instagram: Facebook: TikTok: This episode is sponsored by ! Calm Strips are...
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Video Gamin' with KSpadeTheProspect
Life With Lost Keys | ADHD & More!
Video games aren't just for entertainment anymore. "I think we have possibilities with Haptic feedback and controllers that is going to make some big changes to accessibility." KSpadeTheProspect is a game designer at EA Sports who was diagnosed with ADHD. He talks about how growing up, he and his siblings would play video games together. He also talks about how video games have evolved over the years, and we even discuss how they can be used to treat ADHD. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. How has the role of YouTube changed the gaming industry? 2. What are the next steps...
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Talking ADHD in Our Families with KSpadeTheProspect
Life With Lost Keys | ADHD & More!
KSpadeTheProspect is a game designer for EA Sports. He has been in the industry for four years and is known for his work as a Twitch streamer. He's also our producer's older brother, AND he's here to talk ADHD. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. How KSpadeTheProspect became a game designer without a traditional college degree 2. The different experiences of being diagnosed with ADHD at a young age versus later in life 3. The challenges and benefits of managing ADHD Where to find KSpadeTheProspect: If you loved this episode, shoot us an email and tell us how you feel....
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The Long Winded History of BGLK
Life With Lost Keys | ADHD & More!
Everyone starts somewhere, and BGLK has a whole story. In 2014, I decided to finally take the plunge on a blog idea I had. And this year I sat down to talk about what beginning that was like. Everything you see here, started with an iPhone 6+ and my determination to make it so that Black people looking to learn more about ADHD had a resource that touched on the cultural element of living with ADHD. And that made for a lot of wonderful moments. Lots of tears, lots of laughter, and lots of work! If you loved this episode, shoot us an email and tell us how you feel. You can reach me at . ...
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3 (ish) Things You Need Post ADHD Diagnosis
Life With Lost Keys | ADHD & More!
An ADHD diagnosis is the beginning of the story, not the end. Now what? Join René as she gives you some guidance to take you through these first steps of YOUR ADHD journey, or reminds you veterans of some basics you could stand to get back to. It's going to be phenomenal! In this episode, I discussed I also discussed If you loved this episode, shoot us an email and tell us how you feel. You can reach me at [email protected]. To get an email alert for new episodes and special extras, head to
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Guard Your Yes or Get Gott
Life With Lost Keys | ADHD & More!
Saying yes until you have a mountain of stuff piled on top of your to-do list is NOT a great way to live. We sat down and had a great talk with Cameron Gott right after coining the phrase, and it seemed like a perfect time to bring this talk back for you all! In the world of ADHD coaching, Cameron Gott is king. His mentorship and leadership has raised the standard on the craft of coaching, and many of your favorite coaches have learned well from his example - including myself. . If you loved this episode, shoot us an email and tell us how you feel. You can reach me at . To get an...
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At Home With René and Kini
Life With Lost Keys | ADHD & More!
Remember when we talked about the unexpected? Well, who knew the unexpected would creep up on us so soon?? The studio descended into chaos last week when we lost Wi-Fi, but we love you so we decided to take you behind the scenes of Black Girl Lost Keys AND Life With Lost Keys - that's right, you're coming home with me. Kini's waiting on us, and she's going to tell us about production, and we're going to giggle at outtakes from our Life With Lost Keys Live episode. Hop in! If you loved this episode, shoot us an email and tell us how you feel. You can reach me at...
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We Don't Talk About The Unexpected - With Inger Shaye Colzie
Life With Lost Keys | ADHD & More!
Talking about the unexpected - things like disruptions to plans, losses, and more - feels like inviting trouble for so many of us. We are hanging tightly to our plans, praying they go well, and the LAST thing we want to think about is how any of it could potentially go wrong. But that's life, right? In this episode, and I explore the unexpected, and how to prepare for the potential disruptions that the unexpected can bring. You can find more about Inger Shaye's coaching groups, her FABULOUS facebook group, and ALL THINGS Inger Shaye at ! If you loved this episode, shoot us an email and...
info_outlineSaying yes until you have a mountain of stuff piled on top of your to-do list is NOT a great way to live. We sat down and had a great talk with Cameron Gott right after coining the phrase, and it seemed like a perfect time to bring this talk back for you all!
In the world of ADHD coaching, Cameron Gott is king. His mentorship and leadership has raised the standard on the craft of coaching, and many of your favorite coaches have learned well from his example - including myself.
Read "How to Guard Your Yes" and learn how to make it work for you
Browse Guard Your Yes merchandise
Get more Gott on his PHENOMENAL Translating ADHD podcast with Shelly Collins.
If you loved this episode, shoot us an email and tell us how you feel. You can reach me at [email protected].
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