I Have ADHD Podcast 310 ADHD & Friendships, Part 2: The ADHD Friendship Mistakes No One Talks About
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Apr 8, 2025 Making friends as an adult with ADHD can feel like a rollercoaster ride. The discussion focuses on the common pitfall of speeding through friendships and the importance of pacing yourself. Practical skills like active listening and assessing boundaries are shared to help create more fulfilling connections. Listeners learn how slowing down can deepen trust and enhance relationships. The conversation emphasizes that meaningful friendships don’t have to be chaotic and can flourish with patience and genuine interaction.
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Pre-Share Checklist
- Create a pre-share checklist to determine what to share with new friends.
- Ask yourself if they've earned your trust before revealing deeper information.
Dating Analogy
- Kristen Carter advises her teenage sons that it’s normal for relationships to end.
- She emphasizes compatibility and encourages them to part ways if necessary.
The Question Test
- Kristen Carter tests potential friends by observing if they ask her questions.
- Reciprocal interest and curiosity are essential for her in friendships.