Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives.  Our Guest today in their own words:  Dana Sproule, is a passionate teacher and literacy coach who loves learning about “neurodiversities” and loves working with students who have them.  She was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult and suddenly her impulsive, hyperactive, obsessive and passionate behaviour and thinking started to make sense.  Dana is now grateful to have a good awareness of ADHD, and realizes you can only recover with awareness and knowledge.  Recently she has noticed connections between ADHD and individuals who are in 12 step recovery programs.  Looking ahead to the future, Dana believes there should be a substantial increase in ADHD testing and support in our educational systems, so hopefully this could help our future generations avoid the pitfalls individuals with a little less dopamine can run into. Enjoy!  [You are now safely here] 00:40 - Thank you again so much for listening and for subscribing! 00:41 - Introducing and welcome Teacher and Literacy Coach, Dana Sproule!! 01:45 - So what’s your backstory? ADHD traits in children and people attending AA meetings and thinks AA should acknowledge the connection. 06:50 - Ironically hyperactive people love singing, dancing, sports, but struggle with small talk and team sports. 09:35 On Breaking the stigma: ADHD acceptance and progress towards destigmatization 12:00 - Hope for a future without stigma. 00:00 -Ever want to pursue a degree in Psychology? Here are some other good topics Dana Sproule and Peter Shankman discussed today.. that you will learn more about if you will tune-in :) - Dana's personal experience of being diagnosed with ADHD as an adult - Discussion of the connection between ADHD and addiction - The need for more research in the area of neurodiversity and addiction - Correlation between neurodiversity and incarceration rates - Personal experience of being open about their ADHD and its positive impact on their job search - Progress in society's understanding and acceptance of ADHD - Sharing knowledge and observations with teachers and principals - Criticism of negative stereotypes and misinformation surrounding ADHD - Advocacy for play-based learning and outdoor time in schools - Discussion of ADHD testing in schools and the potential benefits - Comfort and relief in realizing one has ADHD and eliminating shame - Importance of openness and the harmful effects of secrets and shame - Noticing ADHD behaviors in students and personal associations with ADHD - Observations of ADHD traits in participants of Adult Child of Alcoholics and Al-Anon meetings - Connection between ADHD and partners attending Alcoholics Anonymous - Suggestion for incorporating a brain-based component into the twelve-step program 13:00 -  How do our hot subscribers find out more about you?  Web:  Ms. Sproule is not a big fan of socials, but if you have a question you may email her dana@donotemaildanasproule.whatevs.ca or you can contact us for her address.  [Ms. Sproule did not verbally share her email address -Ed] 14:11 - Hey, hellooo from Earth!!@ ERF!  YEs! You right there with the cool earbuds and big grain Golden brain! Yes YOU dear!  We are THrr~rilled that you are here & listening!! Repeat in forward and to your kiddo’sx!  ADHD and all forms of Neurodiversity are gifts, not curses. -Peter Shankman. And ooh-ooh now.. and just by the way, if you haven't picked up The Boy with the Faster Brain yet, it is on Amazon and it is a number #1 One bestseller in all categories. Click HERE or via https://amzn.to/3FcAKkI My link tree is here if you’re looking for something specific. https://linktr.ee/petersha