Basiltov! The Courage & Creativity of ADHD

ADHD Conspiracies - Crossover!

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 14:00:33 GMT

Well, hello there! How are you? Where did we go?😂 Well, we...uh... started another podcast😂

Join us this time as part of our other podcast, Sage, Skepic, and Storyteller, as we discuss conspiracies about ADHD! From the shortages of ADHD stimulant medication in the United States, to misdiagnosis or over diagnosis, we dive into these topics and discuss the current state of ADHD around the world and if there is a conspiracy afoot!

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Summer Update

Sun, 17 Sep 2023 00:50:39 GMT

Welcome back to Basiltov! As we announced before, we took the summer off... for various reasons...😅 In this episode we discuss poop-filled basements, the FBI, prison reform, sobriety, cancer, and more...

Join us as we update you all on what went down and what changes are coming to this new season of Basiltov!

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Announcement

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 13:05:39 GMT

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Should: Are You Should-ing on Yourself?

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 00:00:59 GMT

Join us for our first episode in a new series of talks. This season we are diving into the world of Neurolinguistic Programing (NLP) as a way to shape and better our mental space.

In this week's episode we explore the power of the word "should". It is a frequently used, but rarely thought about word that carries a lot of mental baggage with it! Let's explore the world of "should" as we consider whether or not we all should keep it in our vocabulary or toss it like a week old egg sandwich!

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Success Amnesia

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Ever feel like you haven't been able to accomplish anything in life? Success Amnesia is a real issue for people, especially in the world of ADHD. Join us as we discuss how this affects our lives and what we might do to overcome the forgetting.

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Pets for Mental Health

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Did you know that there is quite a lot of research showing that positive effects that pets can have on your mental health? Join us this week as we discuss what those benefits might be, and how to choose the right pet for you!

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Masking ADHD

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 13:00:00 GMT

What is masking in regards to ADHD? Is masking a bad thing? Is it sometimes beneficial? Join us this week as we discuss the masks we wear, why we wear them, and what unmasking means to us and the world around us.

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Faking ADHD - How Bad Is It?

Wed, 31 May 2023 12:47:46 GMT

Although those of us with ADHD can't imagine why someone might fake a diagnosis or symptoms, the problem has been around for quite a while. Join us as we unpack the reasons someone would do this, how pervasive it is, and how it can REALLY affect those of us in the ADHD community.

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ADHD and Crisis

Wed, 24 May 2023 01:00:00 GMT

Have you ever felt calm while the world around you was in chaos? Ever wonder why? Join us this week as we discuss how people with ADHD react to crisis situations. In this episode we discuss our reactions to such events as earthquakes, family emergencies, and even the endemic of school shootings and how we approach that subject with our children. Basiltov!

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Knowledge is POWER

Wed, 17 May 2023 14:02:44 GMT

We reached out to Reddit to ask the important question, "What do you wish you had known about ADHD?". We heard from many women, and we also made lists of our own! Join us as we ponder this important question!

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ADHD and Burnout

Wed, 10 May 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Have you ever had a productive day that just exhausted you the next day? So have many people with ADHD! Join us as we discuss ADHD burnout, the spoon theory, the Burn and Bust Cycle of burnout, the Pacing System, and more! Hopefully you might find some techniques to help you beat the bust, but in the least we hope you can feel seen.

Resources:

Reddit Thread: https://www.reddit.com/r/adhdwomen/comments/134f2dp/ever_have_a_super_productive_day_then_cant_do/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3

Intro to Pacing Systems - https://neurodivergentinsights.com/mentalhealthresources/intro-to-pacing-systems

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Excuses or Explanations

Wed, 03 May 2023 13:00:20 GMT

Ever been told that your explanation for an ADHD behavior was an excuse? Was it? The difference between the two can be a very difficult one, as we discovered in our discussion. Join us as we "attempt" to tackle the nuances of this difficult question, discuss switching to self-employment, and enjoy a bonus rant against billionaires from our own Jenn😂

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Toxic Situations

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 14:30:57 GMT

Is your current life situation a boiling pot of toxic waste? Are you not sure? Are you unsure what "toxic" even means? Join us this week as we discuss all things toxic, and why those with ADHD tend to find themselves in these situations more frequently than others.

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Getting To Know the ADHD Subtypes

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 14:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode we FINALLY go over the three different ADHD Subtypes (Inattentive, Impulsive/Hyperactive, and Combined) and discuss our own subtypes and how we experience our ADHD life. Join us as we discuss the chaos, struggles, and good points of each subtype!

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How We Build Resilience, Even With ADHD

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 14:00:36 GMT

Resilience is the ability to thrive in the face of challenges. Good thing for us ADHDers that we are challenged EVER...SINGLE...DAY! So how do we overcome our adversities and thrive in the face of the ADHD brain? Join us this week as we discuss our success and failures in this important aspect of the human existence.

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Relationship Realities

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 14:10:55 GMT

Relationships are funny things. Two people come together and share their mutual oddities and idiosyncrasies with the goal of sharing their lives with each other, but when one, or both, of these people have ADHD, what wrench does THAT throw into the mix? Is there any benefit for relationships where only one partner has ADHD? Is there an advantage to both? What difficulties and advantages have we experienced in our own neuro-SPICY ventures into the wild world of intimate relationships?

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Our Top 5 ADHD Pet Peeves

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 14:00:00 GMT

We all have our different struggles with ADHD, but what are our ladies' top 5 ADHD Pet Peeves? Join us as we discuss these follies and also the one thing we secretly love about our ADHD brains!

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Sleep and Sleep Disorders: How It Relates to ADHD

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 14:30:51 GMT

Sleep! It's an essential part of human existence, so why is it SO HARD! Join us this week as we discuss sleep, sleeping disorders, and some possible sleep hacks that can help your ADHD brain conquer the Goliath that is a proper night's sleep! Bonus material: Insomnia parody song Annette wrote on the spot during this episode!

Mentioned in this episode:

Meditation: https://insighttimer.com

Exercise: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/zombies-run/id503519713

Good Ol ADHD Entertainment: Conner Dewolfev https://vt.tiktok.com/ZS84LnsVJ/

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Can Supplements or Nootropics Help Your ADHD?

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 14:00:42 GMT

With the recent nationwide Adderall shortage, many of us with ADHD are stuck without a desperately needed medicine. It is possible that vitamin and mineral supplements, as well nootropics, could be of some help? What are they and what do they do for us? Is it just a waste?

Join us as we discuss these important subjects, while also laughing, joking, and being plagued by our own ADHD brains!

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Promised Links:

https://cookingwithdog.com/recipe/reba-nira/

https://joinzoe.com/how-it-works

https://jetson.health

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How Food Affects Your ADHD

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 15:36:14 GMT

We all know that you are what you eat, but how does that relate to your ADHD symptoms? Join us as we discuss how diet and foods affect us and how our ADHD symptoms present themselves!

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ADHD and Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 14:00:00 GMT

What is Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)? Could my child with ADHD have this? Did I have this? Join us as we discuss this behavioral disorder that affects approximately 3% of children around the world, and hear from our special guest, Liam, as he discusses his journey with ODD from diagnosis through therapy.

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ADHD and Parenting

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 14:00:00 GMT

Being a parent is HARD! Being a parent with ADHD is (perhaps) HARDER! Join this week's lively discussion about the challenges of motherhood through the lens of our ladies with ADHD. It will make you laugh and give you some tips, but we also hope it will give you hope that you aren't alone and we all are doing THE BEST WE CAN!

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ADHD and Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD)

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 14:00:00 GMT

Rejection... It's a hard pill for anyone to swallow, but for those with ADHD it can be almost impossible. This week the ladies discuss what rejection feels like for them, how they have learned to handle it (if they did), and discuss the symptoms of RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria) a common co-morbidity with ADHD.

RSD article:

https://basiltov.com/rsd-rejection-sensitive-dysphoria-and-adhd/

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ADHD and Substance Use

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 14:00:00 GMT

This week, the ladies open up about substances they use, maybe abuse, and how ADHD ties into substance use issues. Why do we feel we need it? Why do we enjoy it? What is it about ADHD that makes us drawn to these patterns of behavior...even if it is potentially harmful? Join us in this honest conversation about uncomfortable things.

Panning Music for Neuro-divergence:

https://michigancrs.com/neurodiversity/music-for-neurodivergence/

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ADHD and the Struggle for Impulse Control

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 14:00:00 GMT

Impulse control seems like such a simple task, and even children can learn to do it! So, why do people with ADHD struggle so much with impulse control? Join the ladies as they discuss their struggles for impulse control and some of the tricks they have learned to keep impulses from ruling their life.

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A Sex Chat with Jenn

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 14:00:20 GMT

The talk... How does ADHD affect sex and sexual function? What is BCE and what the HELL is a clit pump?! Join the ladies as they discuss the ins .... and outs... of sex. One is an expert, one is a free mind, and the other is so embarrassed by publicly discussing this topic that she can barely speak.

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Depression - An ADHD Comorbidity

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 14:00:59 GMT

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains stories about suicidal ideation.

Join us this week as we discuss the monster in the closet - Depression. This is both a common and a dangerous comorbidity of ADHD that some of our hosts are all too familiar with. We discuss our personal experiences with depression, and some of our private battles as we explore what can we DO about this?

As stated in this episode, if you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please contact a crisis hotline. Here is a link to hotlines around the world❤️

https://blog.opencounseling.com/hotlines-us/

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Housework vs ADHD: The Epic Battle

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 14:00:49 GMT

Are you currently rummaging through podcasts to avoid the inevitable housework looming around the corner? To help you with said housework? So are we! Join us in this episode as we discuss our challenges with cleaning and keeping up with our spaces, all while dealing with a run-away brain. You might get a few good tips, some encouragement, hard relating, or at least a few laughs at our expense!

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ADHD and the Anxiety Monster

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 22:52:11 GMT

Join us as we tackle the scary monster called anxiety. Anxiety is a common co-morbidity of ADHD and one that can be quite scary. We look at the different ways in can show itself, what to look out for when having an attack, and some techniques to help fight the evil monster in our life!

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Meet and Greet

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 02:15:48 GMT

On this, the first episode of Basiltov: The Courage and Creativity of ADHD, we introduce our fabulously messed up hosts; Jenn, Ellen, and Annette and provide an insight into their... um... colorful... worlds, friendship, and quirks, while exploring some of the topics this podcast will attempt to tackle.

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ADHD Soul Animals

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 02:15:32 GMT

On this episode we take a deep dive into junk spiritualism, actual science, and overall madness as we try to explain what our ADHD soul animals would be and why. Join us as we anthropomorphise real and mythical animals to suit our individual ADHD types!

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ADHD and Motivation

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 14:00:00 GMT

Get ready for some actual science and deep conversations as we explore the meaning of motivation and how it relates to the ADHD brain. In this episode our ladies discuss the challenges our ADHD brains face, different ways those challenges express themselves, as well as some tools to help motivate ourselves into greatness... or at least functioning.

Metro UK article: https://metro.co.uk/2022/03/21/productivity-hacks-that-actually-work-for-people-with-adhd-16312161/

Articles by Thomas E. Brown, Ph. D.: https://www.additudemag.com/author/thomas-e-brown-ph-d/

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