Скачать или смотреть Episode 13: A Brain That Doesn't Always Follow The Map

In this deeply personal and insightful episode, Sam opens up about living with a brain that doesn’t always take the direct route — one filled with detours, U-turns, and unexpected beauty.

From autism to ADHD and everything in between, Sam explores what it means to live as a neurodivergent adult — specifically as someone with AudHD (autism + ADHD). She breaks down common myths, the experience of being undiagnosed as a woman, and the everyday challenges that come with masking, overthinking, and trying to function in a world not built for brains like ours.
But this isn’t a sad story — it’s a celebration of difference. Sam dives into the strengths that come with neurodivergence: creativity, deep empathy, curiosity, humor, and that ability to see the world from an angle others miss. Through her experiences, she reminds us that not following the map doesn’t mean being lost — it means discovering paths most people never see.
If you’ve ever felt “too much,” “too scattered,” or “too different,” this episode will make you feel seen, understood, and maybe even proud of the way your brain works.

🕒 Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro: “Sometimes my brain feels like it’s driving without GPS…” — when your mind takes the scenic route.
00:39 – Let’s Talk Autism: What autism really is (and isn’t), and how masking can hide it — especially for women.
01:00 – The Female Autism Experience: Why so many women go undiagnosed and how that impacts identity and mental health.
01:30 – ADHD Explained Differently: It’s not just “distraction” — it’s a symphony of hyperfocus, chaos, and creativity.
02:05 – When Autism Meets ADHD (AudHD): The perfect storm of insight, overload, and unexpected brilliance.
02:32 – INFP 4w5 Vibes: Feeling deeply, thinking deeply, and occasionally spiraling into the philosophical abyss.
02:55 – Special Interests & Curiosity: From anime to tarantulas to stop-motion — why obsessions can be a superpower.
03:19 – The Hard Parts: Bias, burnout, masking, and feeling behind. When “normal” feels like an impossible standard.
03:44 – The Upside: Hyperfocus, empathy, pattern recognition, and creativity — the gifts of a neurodivergent brain.
04:05 – Closing Thoughts: “If your brain doesn’t always follow the map, that’s okay. Let curiosity be your compass.”

💬 Quote from the Episode:
“You’re not broken. You’re just… driving differently.”

🌈 Takeaways:
Autism and ADHD are not flaws — they’re different ways of processing the world.
Masking often hides brilliance.
Creativity thrives off curiosity and chaos.
The “scenic route” can lead to the most meaningful destinations.

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