Ep. 55 – "I Just Daisied All Over You": ADHD, Emotions, and the Art of Self-Acceptance

What if your ADHD wasn’t something to fix but something to name… and maybe even laugh with? In this playful and heartfelt episode, Michelle and Megan explore what it means to find self-acceptance when your brain is a little loud, a little wild, and totally unique.We talk about the power of metaphors for ADHD and how naming our quirks helps us make peace with them. Megan shares how her pug Daisy became the perfect stand-in for her ADHD—chaotic, affectionate, unpredictable, and absolutely lovable. From unexpected interruptions to emotional outbursts, Daisy reminds us that sometimes our messiest moments are also the most meaningful.Through vulnerable stories and laugh-out-loud honesty, we explore how compassion, curiosity, and self-reflection can turn judgment into understanding. This episode is a warm invitation to stop apologizing for being different—and to start embracing the joyful chaos of being exactly who you are.Our favorite line from the episode is: "I Just Daisied All Over You!"02:18 – Daisy the pug as a metaphor for ADHD07:40 – Why giving your ADHD a name helps with acceptance12:05 – Megan’s childhood moments of “too muchness”17:32 – The difference between laughing at yourself vs. shaming24:48 – Emotional regulation and self-compassion31:15 – Celebrating progress, not perfectionIf this episode made you smile, feel seen, or snort-laugh in public, share it with a friend who needs a little extra self-love today. And don’t forget to follow Spicy Brain so you never miss an episode of neurodivergent goodness.adhd self-acceptance, emotional regulation, neurodivergent metaphors, adhd overwhelm, burnout, embracing your brain, adhd podcast