Summary
In this episode, Niquelle and Jules explore the intersection of ADHD, racial burnout, and the emotional toll of navigating predominantly white spaces as Black women. They share personal experiences, insights on systemic challenges, and strategies for self-care and reframe energy.
Host
Niquelle
Guest
Julez
Key Topics
- Racial exhaustion as cumulative stress
- Impact of microaggressions and microassaults
- ADHD traits and mislabeling as laziness
- Systemic racism in workplaces and arts organisations
- Strategies for self-care and boundary setting
- The importance of rest and rethinking productivity
- Personal stories of burnout and resilience
- Tools for recognising and managing exhaustion
Chapters
00:00 Understanding ADHD and Racial Burnout
14:03 The Intersection of ADHD and Racial Exhaustion
30:22 Navigating Workplace Dynamics as Black Women
35:08 The Impact of Office Culture on Black Women
36:34 The Benefits of Remote Work
38:52 Understanding Sensory Sensitivities in Work Environments
39:50 The Connection Between Work Environment and Health
41:51 Navigating Work with ADHD Awareness
44:35 The Importance of Rest and Self-Care
46:13 Reframing Energy and Productivity
51:17 Choosing Yourself and Setting Boundaries
54:10 Unlearning Toxic Productivity Norms
58:43 Embracing Joy and Autonomy
01:02:35 outro
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Credits
Scripted by - Charlene
Edited by - Fallon
Music
Written & Performed by VVN,
Produced by SolomonsSoul,
Mix & Master by ST4X.
Voice over
Shauna Campbell - @Shaye_cam
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