In this episode, Johanna and Katrina delve into the intersection of grief and ADHD + Autism, exploring how neurodivergence can impact the grieving process. Katrina shares her personal journey with loss, including the death of her mother at a young age and her experiences with infertility and miscarriage. They discuss the importance of finding healthy ways to grieve, the duality of emotions, their thoughts on the stages of grief, and the significance of connection and support in navigating grief. Katrina emphasises that grief is not a linear process and can coexist with joy, highlighting the need for compassion and understanding in both personal and shared experiences of loss.📍 Where to Find Us🎙 Host: Johanna Badenhorst – ADHD Coach & Podcast Host🌐 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.adhdherway.com⁠⁠⁠⁠🛒 ADHD tools + guides: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Resources⁠⁠⁠⁠📧 Contact: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠📱 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@adhdwithjohannab⁠⁠⁠⁠👩‍🍼 Guest: Katrina Shaw🌐 Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠www.grief-talks.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📱 Instagram: ⁠@grief-talks ⁠🧠 Helpful Links & Support ServicesIf you’re feeling overwhelmed, you're not alone. These supports can help:PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia): ⁠⁠⁠panda.org.au⁠⁠⁠ | Helpline: 1300 726 306COPE (Centre of Perinatal Excellence): ⁠⁠⁠cope.org.au⁠⁠⁠Lifeline Australia (24/7 crisis support): ⁠⁠⁠lifeline.org.au⁠⁠⁠ | 13 11 14Beyond Blue: ⁠⁠⁠beyondblue.org.au⁠⁠⁠ | 1300 22 4636Griefline — offers free, confidential support — call 1300 845 745, 8am to 8pm (AEST), 7 days a week.Pink Elephants Support Network: https://www.pinkelephants.org.au/ TakeawaysGrief is a universal experience that can be empowering.Neurodiversity affects how individuals process grief.Support and connection are crucial during times of loss.Grief can coexist with joy and happiness.There is no right or wrong way to grieve.Anticipatory grief can be just as intense as the actual loss.Finding healthy coping mechanisms is essential.The dual process model of grief allows for reflection and distraction.It's important to honor your own grieving process.Grief can teach us valuable lessons about ourselves and our relationships.Sound Bites00:00- Exploring Grief and ADHD02:27Katrina's Journey Through Loss05:06Navigating Grief as a Neurodivergent07:42The Impact of ADHD on Grief Processing10:26Finding Support and Community13:11The Intersection of Infertility and ADHD15:55Understanding Loss of Time and Self-Compassion18:04Rejection Sensitivity and Grief20:08Sensory Overwhelm in Grieving Process21:23Rebuilding Relationships After Loss23:09Understanding Neurodiversity in Family Contexts24:17The Complexity of Grief and Individual Experiences24:53Challenging Traditional Grief Theories26:12The Dual Process Model of Grief28:20Navigating Joy and Sadness in Parenthood29:56Grieving Expectations of Parenthood32:07Overstimulation and Parenting Challenges35:11Navigating Pregnancy After Loss36:02The Complexity of Grief and Anticipatory Grief37:09Finding Glimmers in Grief38:37Creating Connections in Grief39:38Personalizing the Grief Experience41:57Supporting Grievers: Practical Tips43:51The Evolving Nature of Grief44:37Healing and Living with Grief47:36Embracing the Duality of Grief49:44Outro ADHD Her Way podcast .mp3

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