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Unshaming AuDHD

Jes Diverges

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Welcome to UnShaming AuDHD - a podcast for autistic ADHDers who want to remove shame, blame, and guilt from their lives and replace them with curiosity, compassion, and joy. I'm your host, Jes Diverges, and I'm here to help you reconnect to the authentic and unapologetic version of yourself that's been hidden away by systemic, interpersonal, and intergenerational shame. My goal with each episode is that you walk away feeling at least 1% more seen, heard, valued, and loved, because you belong ...
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November 2024 meets us as we’re knee deep in Scorpio season. Scorpio asks us to acknowledge what we’d often rather ignore — the shadows, the secrets, the truths hidden beneath layers of ego and comfort. This month is a crucible, where transformation isn’t a flash of sudden insight, but a process — one that requires us to sit, to unravel, to burn, a…
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Surprise! Victoria Thérèse is back! Just a couple hours before hitting record, Ryan decided to surprise Megan by having Victoria unexpectedly drop-in to join us in today's episode. As you may remember, Victoria graced us once before (Ep. 42: Slightly Controversial & Morally Gray) and we're so excited to have her back again. Fresh off a trip to Hong…
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What if digital actions like copying text or selecting emojis carry an unseen weight — a subtle energy that lingers in the virtual world? In this episode, we explore technomancy — the intersection of technology and mysticism — and the ways it's creating a "digital empathy" of sorts. Like it or not, our digital lives are seeping into our emotional e…
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In this insightful conversation, host Jes Diverges sits down with artist Elinor Trier to explore the transformative power of art, especially for neurodivergent and queer individuals. Eli shares her personal journey as a visual artist, writer, and podcaster, describing how her work aims to help people who feel different to feel connected, seen, and …
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On the heels of another dynamic eclipse season — marked by a Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Aries on September 17 and a New Moon Solar Eclipse in Libra on October 2 — we’re pausing to reflect on how these cosmic influences are showing up in both real-world events and our everyday lives. This was the final eclipse season of the Aries/Libra cycle, which …
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October's astrology focuses on the fine line between standing your ground and recognizing when it’s time to negotiate. This month invites us to reflect on what we are willing to hold on to, even in the face of adversity, and when it might be wiser to compromise for the sake of balance and harmony. The pros and cons of standing firm — clarity and co…
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So... what do 5G microwaves, a clothing line made of tin foil, and a bunch of confiscated dildos have in common? Is this even a spiritual podcast anymore? Wtf am I listening to? We're back on our bullshit. In this Serendipity Session, we dive headfirst into the absurd, the spiritual, and the conspiratorial. Eyebrows will be raised, but we don't giv…
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TRIGGER WARNING: This episode touches on topics related to suicide. If you’re experiencing suicidal thoughts or feeling overwhelmed, support is available. Call or text 988 — it’s a free, confidential help line available 24/7. Seeking help is a sign of strength, and we want you to be here. You matter. By nature, humans are drawn to the edge of exist…
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We're the architects of a future we'll never inhabit. In the face of today's global challenges, we must consider how our actions set the stage for those who will inherit the Earth after us. Are we obligated to act now for people we’ll never meet? Do future generations even have rights? In today's episode, we discuss the spiritual implications of "n…
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As we journey through Virgo season and prepare to enter Libra season this September, we find ourselves in a space of discernment and refinement. The universe invites us to listen for the calls that echo through our lives this month, so we can learn to respond with clarity, purpose, and virtue. Before diving into the month's major astrology transits…
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We're doing a quickie Serendipity Sessions type of episode today! Join us as we talk about Megan's recent Akashic Records and DMT experiences, discuss some racial tension arising in the Israeli/Palestinian war, explain why the universe wants you to help yourself before helping anyone else, and.... aliens? Sure, why not. We didn't have a ton of time…
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Grab your cosmic passport and join us as we finally travel the galaxy in search of the truth about Starseeds. TRIGGER WARNING: This may be a provocative or controversial episode if you identify as a Starseed (in which case, this episode is probably even more important for you to listen to). Starseeds are a subculture within the new age spirituality…
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Astrologers are ringing the alarms for August, but we're here to give you a more grounded look at the cosmic landscape. We're learning this month that your ability to love and commit to anything - a person, a hobby, a job, a pet, anything! - is worth the pain and imperfections. The joy you derive from the things you love and commit to, despite thei…
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***TRIGGER WARNING: Politics Ahead! This is not a typical “spiritual” episode — but actually, it is! Part of a healthy spiritual practice is paying attention to what’s happening in the world and allowing yourself to feel however you might feel about what you witness. If you’re not paying attention, you’re not participating in life. And if you’re no…
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We're back! And this episode feels very prescient. We recorded this in June, but life has been crazy and we haven't had a chance to edit and post it until now. We apologize for the delay, but the episode definitely has some interesting information foreshadowing some of the current events we've experienced in July. As everyone now knows, an assassin…
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In this special bonus episode of UnShaming AuDHD, I'm sharing the full welcome and orientation module for my upcoming AuDHD Summer Camp Program. Think of this as a little sampler of what you can expect if you join AuDHD Summer Camp. And, even if you don't wind up joining, I fully believe that you'll still benefit from listening to some of the philo…
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This episode of UnShaming AuDHD discusses the challenges of transitions for those with ADHD and autism. Jes explains how attention tunnels, autistic inertia, and hyperconnectivity in the brain can make any type of change difficult. They also share a personal experience of struggling after a major life transition of moving into a new house. Advice i…
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Serendipity Sessions returns again...for the second time in a row! To be honest, our last episode wasn't a true Serendipity Session because it involved one primary topic and Ryan was pretty prepared to discuss it. So Ryan ruined it. Blame Ryan. But the good news is that this episode is a true Serendipity Session! Serendipity Sessions was designed t…
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Jupiter begins its year-long transit through Gemini on May 25, 2024, so we turned it into a Serendipity Session! We riff on a specific yet understated theme that Jupiter in Gemini is likely to expose: the need to transcend opposing forces. The world is seen through a binary lens in many ways. Gemini will highlight the contradictions, juxtapositions…
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In this week's episode, we're introducing you to Karina Alonso - a multidisciplinary student of life and spiritual practitioner. Karina is an open book, sharing her spiritual journey in real-time online. We love Karina because her approach to spiritual discourse is unique and authentic. She doesn't wield her knowledge as a weapon or gate-keep the i…
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Have you ever felt like you don't quite fit the mold of a "typical" ADHD or autistic person? In this episode, Jes takes an in-depth look at what it means to be an auDHDer - aka, someone with the ADHD/autistic “combo meal”. Jes breaks down the key differences between ADHD and autism, and how having both can create a truly unique neurotype. Learn abo…
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Hesitation is such a common yet fleeting feeling, often occurring mere moments before an ultimate decision. This instinctive pause is intertwined with moral choices, offering us a moment to confirm where we stand on the spectrum of good and bad, right and wrong. Hesitation can be the difference between cautious wisdom and paralyzing fear, as it tap…
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In this episode of UnShaming AuDHD, Jes talks with Christian Palmer about embracing their magical sides. Christian shares how tarot cards helped her process big emotions during difficult times, and Jes reflects on overcoming past shame around spirituality. They discuss using Tarot spreads to clarify thoughts and feelings when internal reflection pr…
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May 2024 brings a joyful and refreshing shift of astrological energy! Our theme is Swiss Army Knife, because there are a lot of diverse themes swirling around this month and you want to be prepared with your most useful tools and resources to quickly adjust as life brings changes your way! The majority of planetary movements are super positive, and…
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In this episode, host Jes Diverges interviews Alaa Alnasser about her experience as an occupational therapist and why she left the field to become an auDHD coach. Alaa shares concerns she had with some OT approaches that focused more on fixing clients rather than a holistic view. Both discuss challenges disabled people face in mental health fields …
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Happy Anniversary to us!!! And to YOU! Our lovely listeners! We couldn't be happier to celebrate this special occasion with each other — and with you! In this milestone episode, we discuss the spiritual and symbolic meaning of anniversaries. We reminisce about our favorite moments from the past year and chat about our hopes for the upcoming year. W…
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We're talking about drugs today, kids! Specifically, we're speaking with a doctor — A real doctor! Dr. Dan! — who uses ketamine to treat patients struggling with everything from depression to bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder to alcoholism, and much more. The conversation about using psychedelics for therapeutic purposes in clinical …
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In this episode, host Jes Diverges discusses rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) and how it impacts autistic and ADHD individuals. Jes shares their personal experience with RSD in college and strategies they've developed to manage intense feelings of rejection. Listeners learn about the distinction between rejection sensitivity and RSD, and how fre…
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The Serendipity Sessions returns again! ***SPOILER ALERT: If you are reading/watching "Three Body Problem" and don't want any spoilers, do not listen to these 5 minutes of the podcast: 5:00 — 10:00. The Serendipity Sessions was designed to be a stream-of-consciousness series so we can stumble upon moments of divine inspiration and clarity without p…
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In this first episode, host Jes Diverges shares their story from high school through grad school as they navigated life as an undiagnosed autistic ADHDer. Listeners learn about Jes' struggles in college and relationships, including facing bullying from chefs and an emotionally abusive partner. Jes also discusses experiencing burnout in various jobs…
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April is a GIANT month — the biggest of the year…astrologically speaking, of course! Not only is April action packed from start to finish, but some of the year’s most potent transits are stuffed into these 30 days. We’re giving you all the updates you need to know about, so get ready to take some notes because we have a lot to cover. Major astrolog…
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Longtime listeners may remember today's guest, Michelle Brock, our past life expert! Michelle is back to discuss her brand new book — "Who Do You Think You Are?" — now available via publisher Penguin Random House. One of the most brilliant parts of this book, and our discussion about it, is that past life exploration isn't just about who you used t…
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We threw out the rulebook in this episode. Today's guest, Victoria Thérèse, is something of a walking library. A wunderkind of sorts. Expect this episode to be a cerebral-spiritual tour de force. We had a massive list of mind-bending topics we originally planned to discuss with Victoria, but we barely touched that list. This might as well be anothe…
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We're thrilled to introduce you to this week's guest, Amy Filbin — a multidisciplinary practitioner who artfully and skillfully synthesizes her academic, psychological and spiritual knowledge to help clients across the world. In this episode, Amy traverses tarot, astrology, hypnotherapy and beyond to illuminate the obstacles that keep people stuck …
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Is spirituality something people are predisposed to experiencing? Do your genetics make a difference? What external forces are at play that might cause someone to become more spiritual? Spiritual awakenings are a common topic in the spiritual community, but not often something that we dissect and explore in-depth. This is the first installment of o…
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What if spirituality is just a place to stash life's chaos? A container to help you find peace with all your clutter? In this modern world, spirituality can be so complex to the point that it's off-putting for many people. Life is messy regardless... so shouldn't spirituality help you tidy up your soul? Erik Quigley joins us to offer a completely d…
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***NOTE: We had some audio issues at first so you'll hear a funny break around 15:25. This took a while for us to fix, so it derailed our recording a while and we were short on time. We had to move through the astrology forecast this month a little faster than we originally planned. It's still an excellent episode though, obviously. Enjoy the chaos…
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Our stream-of-consciousness series, The Serendipity Sessions, returns again! Listen in as we have a real-time and fully unplanned conversation that leads us to some significant topics we have on our minds. We land on some thought-provoking conclusions as we discuss various subjects including the debilitating effects of overthinking, to the influenc…
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*TRIGGER WARNING -- This episode discusses themes of sexual assault. *PLEASE NOTE -- The videos we're referencing in this podcast have been removed from TikTok. If you search "Keisha and Finnikin" on TikTok you'll find some short clips, but mostly you'll see videos from other people commenting on this whole situation. The two people involved are @k…
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Is it possible to find Zeus at a 7eleven? We're thrilled to introduce you to Xyla Bones, an exceptional astrologer, content creator and artist who we discovered on TikTok and have grown super fond of over the past few months. Xyla's perspective on astrology is desperately needed and fascinating to hear about. With a background in architecture and e…
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"It's better to be a warrior in a garden than a gardener in a war." — Miyamoto Musashi We're back for another Serendipity Session! Megan and Ryan catch up over a mishmash of topics. After a quick catch up (it had been a while since we recorded together!) we dive into the controversy that's resulted in pop culture about the war between Israel and Pa…
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HELLO 2024!!! We're a bit behind on posting, but we have so many goodies in the bank ready to release for you! We might already be over a week into January, and we recorded this back in December, but bear with us. The hiatus is because we're busy people!! Anyway, so many good things to discuss for January's astrology, and it's truly just getting go…
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Manifestation is a hot topic in the spiritual space. The practice can be beautiful, but it can also highlight many of the overarching issues that plague the spiritual community including racism, classism, privilege, and spiritual bypassing. If manifestation has been difficult for you to align with, or if you're interested in shaking up your current…
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Sound is a fundamental and all-encompassing element in our lives. It holds a powerful capacity to forge profound connections with our inner selves, with others, and with the very essence of life itself. Sound attunes us to our humanity and provides a gateway to spiritual well-being. The therapeutic potential of sound is vast, offering relief to tho…
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Megan and Ryan have been crazy busy lately, so this November Astrology forecast is taking a special twist! Every month, Ryan does an Astrology and Human Design forecast with Mikaela MacLean on her podcast, "Beauty By Design." This episode was so great that we decided to re-air it on the Clairannoyance podcast. Thank you, Mikaela, for letting us tag…
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Reiki is one of the most accessible forms of energy healing available right now, which makes it all the more important to understand what it is and how it should be practiced. With the sea of scammers intruding all corners of the spiritual space, reiki is one of the more common ways that charlatans can take advantage of vulnerable people. Luckily, …
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We're continuing our monthly astrology series and looking at the astrology of October 2023. HOW ARE WE ALREADY IN OCTOBER??? The theme for this month is "At A Crossroads" - so we're breaking down the idea of "crossroads" in some really intricate ways, because it's a common theme in mythology and folklore across many cultures. October is basically l…
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If you're hearing this episode, congratulations: you survived the alleged rapture that was supposed to happen on September 23, 2023. Which means you're here just in time to be present for the alleged catastrophe that will be caused by the Emergency Broadcast System coming up on October 4. We're breaking down some hot new conspiracies making the rou…
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The energy right now is wild. Everyone is dealing with false starts and fake endings. How are you holding up? This is the shortest episode description we'll ever make, but it perfectly encapsulates the energy right now. This isn't a deep dive episode, and it's not a Serendipity Session either. It's something else entirely, because the energy right …
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In this week's episode, we're breaking down the meaning of friendship. It might seem like a light and fluffy subject on the surface, but as with all of our topics, this subject manages to go much deeper than you might expect. We are social creatures. No matter how independent you think you might be, connectivity with others -- especially having qua…
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