David Darwin is the one man ADHD sideshow. He’s an entertainer, magician, husband and father as well.
Darwin stopped by and we discussed getting through public education, parenting, and sword-swallowing as a metaphor for ADHD.
Because really, you cannot prove something is real to a person who doesn’t want to believe it. This is true in magic and in ADHD.
Highlights include:
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Lessons learned from Penn & Teller
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The nature of persistence and intrinsic motivation with ADHD
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The role of medication in becoming the parent you want to be
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How to NOT psychologically damage our children
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Thrill seeking as a tool for motivation
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Building an ADHD-friendly business