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Episode 90 – Why Community Matters for People with ADHD

In this special episode of Grandma Has ADHD, Jami Shapiro is joined by her longtime friend, Sparkler Society co-founder, and first-time NeuroDiversion conference attendee, Lynn Layfield, for a candid conversation about what they learned at the NeuroDiversion 2026 Conference.

Jami and Lynn unpack the insights, strategies, and moments of connection that stood out most from a weekend spent surrounded by neurodivergent people who simply “got it.”

From practical ADHD hacks and emotional regulation tools to conversations about perfectionism, self-compassion, body doubling, technology, and community, this episode captures what happens when you stop trying to fit into a world that wasn’t built for your brain and start learning from people who understand it firsthand.

Most importantly, it’s a conversation about belonging. Because sometimes the greatest takeaway isn’t a productivity strategy. It’s realizing you’re not the only one.

Conference Highlights

  • Jami and Lynn share some of their favorite takeaways from NeuroDiversion 2026, including:
  • The importance of pausing before reacting emotionally
  • “Move a thought, move a muscle” as a strategy for interrupting rumination
  • Why sleep, hydration, and movement matter more than most of us realize
  • Using AI to identify the next smallest step when feeling overwhelmed
  • The role of body doubling and external accountability
  • Creating systems that remove unnecessary barriers
  • Learning to observe yourself with curiosity instead of judgment

Why This Matters

Many adults discover ADHD later in life and spend years believing they’re the only ones struggling with organization, consistency, time management, or self-criticism.

This episode is a reminder that you’re not broken.

There are millions of people navigating similar challenges, creating workarounds, sharing strategies, and learning how to work with their brains instead of against them.

Sometimes the biggest breakthrough comes from realizing you’re not alone.

About the Hosts

Jami Shapiro

Jami Shapiro is an ADHD coach, speaker, author, and founder of Silver Linings Transitions. Through her podcast Grandma Has ADHD, she helps adults, especially women diagnosed later in life, better understand their brains and navigate life with greater clarity, compassion, and confidence.

Lynn Layfield

Lynn Layfield is the co-founder of the Sparkler Society and a passionate advocate for helping adults with ADHD create practical systems, build community, and stop feeling alone in their struggles.

Resources Mentioned

Links & Support

Jami Shapiro and Lynn Layfield

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