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It's been a while. Too long. In this one, I give an update on where I've been, why there's been such a hiatus, reflect on the past couple of years, and where we're going from here.

[00:00:00] Intro: Where the Hell Have I Been?
[00:02:08] Struggling with Brain Fog and Chronic Illness
[00:03:20] The COVID Vaccine and Autoimmune Response
[00:05:13] Cleveland Clinic and Finally Finding Answers
[00:09:30] The Reality of Mold Toxicity
[00:11:45] Balancing Work, Passion, and Health
[00:19:10] The Constant Drive to Do More
[00:33:02] The Challenge of Perfectionism
[00:39:19] The Gap in Medical Knowledge and Cutting-Edge Treatments
[00:44:41] The Intersection of Entrepreneurship and Mental Health
[00:46:36] Addiction to Work and Workaholism
[01:00:48] Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead

// Connect with Josh Boone:

• Website: joshboone.com
• YouTube: @joshbooneshow
• LinkedIn: @joshboone
• Instagram: @heyjoshboone and @joshbooneshow
• TikTok: @heyjoshboone

// Music by Kirby Johnston.

Check out his band, Aldaraia, on Spotify.

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For session 35 of The Josh Boone Show, we catch up with our old friend and marketing expert, Mark Cann.

Mark is an entrepreneur, growth marketer, and now a mental health advocate. Mark is the founder of HYPAA, a recently launched science-backed ADHD education platform with the advisory of a prominent neuroscientist and dietician.

This talk is all about something very near – but maybe not so dear – to both of our hearts: Attention Hyper-Active Disorder or ADHD. Both of us were diagnosed late as adults, myself at age 23 and Mark at 42. For a long time, neither of us understood why certain things were so difficult for us, why our minds involuntarily tortured us with chaotic, scattered, and irrational thoughts.

Although we’ve found success, it’s taken years of personal research, doctor’s visits, medication, dieting, and discipline. It’s basically been life on hard mode.

I hope you’ll join us to delve into the intricacies of ADHD diagnosis, ADHD’s impact on entrepreneurial careers and relationships, and the evolving landscape of treatment.

Disclaimer: I am not a doctor, and I don't play one on the internet, but I am a long-standing ADHD patient and have done years' worth of extensive split-testing and research. I aim to shine a light on this condition and encourage all who struggle with similar symptoms to ask hard questions and get help.

[00:00:00] Intro: Living Undiagnosed
[00:08:04] Meet Mark Cann
[00:09:29] ADHD in the UK Explored
[00:15:02] ADHD Myths vs. Reality
[00:17:18] ADHD Success Strategies
[00:46:28] Intuition as ADHD Strength
[00:47:40] ADHD Calmness Superpower
[00:48:46] ADHD Misconceptions Clarified
[00:55:21] ADHD, Rest, and Diet
[01:05:41] Nutrition's Impact on ADHD
[01:07:56] Personalized ADHD Healthcare
[01:23:42] ADHD Entrepreneurship Challenges
[01:26:44] ADHD Time Management Tips
[01:31:18] Hyperfocus in ADHD Success
[01:36:00] Accountability and ADHD
[01:38:50] Virtual Coworking for ADHD
[01:40:33] ADHD: Breaks for Focus
[01:44:04] ADHD Work Environment Benefits
[01:47:26] ADHD and Tech Solutions
[01:53:07] Decision Making with ADHD
[01:56:19] Networking and ADHD
[02:06:10] Support Networks for ADHD
[02:17:29] ADHD and Intentionality
[02:21:06] ADHD Parenting Journey
[02:33:02] ADHD and AI Healthcare
[02:55:01] ADHD in Workplace Future

// Connect with Mark:

• LinkedIn: @MarkCann
• Website: growthwarriors.co
• Twitter: @MarkyCann
• HYYPA ADHD Platform: hyypa.com

// Connect with Josh Boone:

• Website: joshboone.com
• YouTube: @joshbooneshow
• LinkedIn: @joshboone
• Instagram: @heyjoshboone and @joshbooneshow
• TikTok: @heyjoshboone

// Music by Kirby Johnston.

Check out his band, Aldaraia, on Spotify.

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For session 34, we sit down with Zaid Hisham, a design strategist and coach to solopreneurs, with an inspiring story of overcoming personal challenges.

Zaid delves into his journey through stuttering and its deep-rooted connections to past traumas, exploring the intricate relationship between physiological responses and psychological experiences.

Zaid has a world-class resume as a user experience strategist at companies like Intel, Apple, Microsoft, and Expedia.com. He's harnessed his expertise in design to reshape his life, confronting and overcoming his challenges one layer at a time. And now, he's on a mission to empower others to do the same.

This episode delves deep into Zaid's transformative journey and design thinking in personal growth. Not only his past but we explore his current daily battles, including the ever-present specter of imposter syndrome.

[00:00:00] Introduction
[00:09:17] Stuttering & Authority Figures
[00:19:55] PTSD vs. Complex Trauma Differences
[00:28:01] Identifying Personal Trauma Triggers
[00:40:22] High Blood Pressure and Kidney Health
[00:50:41] Stoicism vs. Emotional Suppression Debate
[01:02:16] ADHD Management with Adderall
[01:19:02] Root Causes of Stuttering Unveiled
[01:35:22] How Past Trauma Shapes Perception
[01:46:40] Entrepreneurial Turmoil: Personal Experiences
[02:03:33] Releasing Childhood Judgments for Growth
[02:19:18] Entrepreneurial Lessons from Personal Challenges
[02:32:16] Conquering Entrepreneurial Perfectionism
[02:44:52] Growth Mindset: Beyond Searching for Cures
[03:00:18] Applying Artistic Process to Life
[03:11:46] Breaking Dysfunctional Family Patterns
[03:35:35] The Importance of Trusting Your Intuition
[03:42:45] The Power of Dialogue and Connection

Zaid's story is one of empowerment and resilience. His insights aren't just inspiring—they're a call to action for anyone ready to take the driver's seat in their life's journey. It's a testament that with effort, we can rewrite our stories. But it's a continuous journey.


// Connect with Zaid:

• Website: zaidhisham.com
• LinkedIn: @zaidhisham

// Connect with Josh Boone:

• Website: joshboone.com
• YouTube: @joshbooneshow
• LinkedIn: @joshboone
• Instagram: @heyjoshboone and @joshbooneshow
• TikTok: @heyjoshboone

// Music by Kirby Johnston. Check out his band, Aldaraia, on Spotify.

"Best keep walking." – Bowie ★