Wednesday Mar 08, 2023

Oversharing, vulnerability hangovers & conflict with Dr. Ali Arena

Dr. Ali Arena is a communications & relationship expert specialising in the unique relational dynamics between neurodivergents and neurotypicals, both adults and kids. Ali has ADHD herself, and is both a Speech-Language Pathologist & Board Certified Behaviour Analyst. She’s a kind of like an interpersonal detective that searches for patterns to increase connection either in romantic relationships, friendships, or parent-child dynamics.

Dr. Ali & I talk about:

  • the differences in communication style between women and men
  • the social strengths of ADHD in relationships
  • how to navigate chronic oversharing, info-dumping and vulnerability hangovers
  • all or nothing catastrophizing in arguments
  • having arguments because we’re bored and it’s a dopamine hit
  • becoming disembodied during conflicts and disconnecting from our intentions/spiralling out of control
  • setting boundaries and scheduling down time to nourish your nervous system
  • sensory regulation tips for supporting the ADHD kids in your life
  • helping your ADHD partner calm down when they’re spiralling
  • and so much more...!

Ali’s instagram @connectingwithali

Ali’s website www.connection-squared.com



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