ADHD: Living with it

In this episode of Sharp & Unfiltered, hosts Mads Torgersen and Klaus Loffelmann dive deep into the lived experience of ADHD—from diagnosis to daily life. Through candid conversation, they explore emotional regulation, rejection-sensitive dysphoria, cultural differences in vulnerability, and how neurodivergence shows up in relationships and the workplace. Whether you're newly diagnosed or supporting someone who is, this episode offers insight, empathy, and practical advice. 🤔 We want to hear from you! If this series resonates, leave a comment and tell us what you like, what we could improve, and what you'd like us to talk about next. Also, check out the links that we refer to in this episode: Dave Plummers' video: The 10 Second Autism Test: What's YOUR Answer? https://youtu.be/fJ9X5DSnVms?feature=shared How to ADHD: https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoADHD ⏩ Intro 00:00 Imaginary Tigers & Episode 2 Kickoff 🧠 ADHD Discovery & Acceptance 00:12 Reflecting on Episode 1 & ADHD Journeys 01:07 Grace, Serenity & Diagnosis 03:09 Epiphanies: The Good, the Frustrating, the Real 04:54 Acceptance vs. Excuses ❤️ Relationships & Neurodiversity 06:27 Grace for Yourself and Others 07:02 ADHD in Partnerships 08:26 Stigma & Misunderstanding 09:26 Neurodivergent ≠ Wrong ⚠️ Emotional Regulation & Rejection Sensitivity 15:24 Overreaction & Rejection Sensitivity 17:09 Dysphoria & Emotional Spirals 18:33 Workplace Triggers & Calibration 🧘 Coping Strategies & Mindfulness 20:14 Meditation & Emotional Awareness 21:12 Valid Feelings vs. Valid Reactions 22:25 Shame, Rumination & Letting Go 💊 Medication & Self-Medication 23:39 Anxiety & ADHD Treatment 25:00 Epiphany: Anxiety’s Hidden Role 26:23 Neurodiversity in Tech 27:31 Creativity, Joy & Brain-Meld Moments 28:46 Cultural Openness & Vulnerability 34:03 Oversharing & Social Context 🚗 Risk, Stimulants & Self-Medication 36:05 ADHD & Stimulants: Why It Works 39:00 Autobahn Therapy & Adrenaline 40:10 Risk Behavior & Brain Chemistry 🌈 Livi