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SummaryIn this episode, Niquelle and Jules explore the intersection of ADHD, racial burnout, and the emotional toll of navigating predominantly white spaces as Black women. They share personal experiences, insights on systemic challenges, and strategies for self-care and reframe energy.HostNiquelleGuestJulez Key TopicsRacial exhaustion as cumulative stressImpact of microaggressions and microassaultsADHD traits and mislabeling as lazinessSystemic racism in workplaces and arts organisationsStrategies for self-care and boundary settingThe importance of rest and rethinking productivityPersonal stories of burnout and resilienceTools for recognising and managing exhaustionChapters00:00 Understanding ADHD and Racial Burnout14:03 The Intersection of ADHD and Racial Exhaustion30:22 Navigating Workplace Dynamics as Black Women35:08 The Impact of Office Culture on Black Women36:34 The Benefits of Remote Work38:52 Understanding Sensory Sensitivities in Work Environments39:50 The Connection Between Work Environment and Health41:51 Navigating Work with ADHD Awareness44:35 The Importance of Rest and Self-Care46:13 Reframing Energy and Productivity51:17 Choosing Yourself and Setting Boundaries54:10 Unlearning Toxic Productivity Norms58:43 Embracing Joy and Autonomy01:02:35 outroDonate to ADHD Babes CICCreditsScripted by - CharleneEdited by - FallonMusicWritten & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X.Voice overShauna Campbell - @Shaye_camWebsite https://www.adhdbabes.com/YouTube https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabesInstagram https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/Twitter https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabesIf you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email [email protected].