ADHD Dating Survival Guide: Emotional Regulation Tips You Need with Justin Gillespie

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ADHD Dating Survival Guide: Emotional Regulation Tips You Need with Justin Gillespie

Single Besties

24 minutes 56 seconds

1 year ago

ADHD Dating Survival Guide: Emotional Regulation Tips You Need with Justin Gillespie

In this episode of the Single Besties Podcast, we dive into the unique challenges of dating with ADHD with licensed therapist Justin Gillespie (@adhdtherapist_jay). Justin shares his personal journey with ADHD, and together, we discuss the highs and lows that ADHD can bring to romantic relationships. From hyper-fixation on a new partner to navigating rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD), this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical strategies for managing emotions and communication while dating with ADHD. We'll explore topics like impulse control, emotional regulation, and the "Pam Method," a simple three-step approach to handle overwhelming feelings. Justin also explains how ADHD can prolong that "honeymoon phase" and why some relationships feel more intense for people with ADHD. Plus, he shares tips for improving self-esteem and dealing with overthinking in early dating stages. Whether you have ADHD or are dating someone who does, this episode provides a better understanding of how ADHD impacts love and relationships. Tune in to learn practical techniques to improve your dating experiences and take control of your emotional health. Timestamps 0:00 - Welcome to the ADHD & Dating Episode 1:15 - Meet Justin Gillespie, ADHD Therapist 3:40 - How ADHD Affects Dating and Relationships 6:20 - Dealing with Hyper-Fixation in New Relationships 8:45 - Understanding Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD) 11:00 - How Impulse Control Impacts Emotional Regulation 13:20 - The "Pam Method" for Managing Emotional Responses 16:00 - Handling Overthinking in the Early Stages of Dating 19:10 - Boosting Self-Esteem for Better Dating Experiences 21:30 - Is There an ADHD-Friendly Diet? 23:00 - Justin's Book: "Hire a Coach, Not a Tutor" 23:40 - Final Thoughts and Where to Find Justin Relevant Links Guest's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhdtherapist_jay/reels/ Get a Personalized Dating App Audit & Become a Match Magnet: https://stan.store/singlebestiespodcast/p/match-magnet-dating-app-profile-audit Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singlebestiespodcast Contact for Business Inquiries: montanadoran@singlebesties.com Shop My Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/montana