The ADHD Guide to Small Talk

Описание: Small talk can feel exhausting or pointless for many people with ADHD. It often takes extra effort to focus, find the right words, or keep the conversation flowing. Executive function challenges like working memory, impulse control, and attention shifts can make it harder to follow the natural rhythm of quick, surface-level conversations.

In this episode, hear five ADHD-friendly tips to make small talk easier, less awkward, and more natural - so connecting with others feels a little lighter and a lot more doable.
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Highlight Reel:
1:18 Celebration (Surprise!)
2:38 What Did Patty Buy this Week?
6:43 ADHD-Friendly Tip (Join ADHD-Friendly)
11:10 Topic: ADHD Guide to Small Talk
11:51 Why small talk is challenging with ADHD
12:14 Social Anxiety
12:54 Small talk feels meaningless or exhausting to ADHD brains
13:07 Common pitfalls
15:45 Tips!
15:51 #1: Prepare 2-3 go-to topics in advance
18:13 #2: Use observational openers & environmental cues
19:11 #3: Ask open-ended questions & lean curiosity
20:18 #4: Have a graceful exit ready
21:49 #5: Focus on listening and follow up
24:17 Bonus Tip: Find an Anchor
26:36 Patty's Bookshelf
27:51 Quote of the Week!

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