Product vs Process - Part 2, Podcast 121509

Here's the 2nd half of the podcast featuring the past newsletter article "Product vs Process."
More insights into the pressure and push we ADDers are under to "PRODUCE" rather than process life and experience the journey and joy of living, playing, and discovering--as we are gifted and created to do. Jerry specifically mentions 2 important resources "The Holland Inventory" and highly respected insights on human intelligence by Dr. Howard Gardner (Harvard Univ.)--his book: Frames of Mind. Again Reverend Jim (a Spirit of Hope leader/board member) joins Jerry in the discussion. PLEASE JOIN THE DISCUSSION & call the podcast's voicemail: 714-867-7142 (only voicemail... so share your insights, experience, hope, resources, and requests for future podcasts).
NOTE: this article and many more are in the "ABCs of ADD/adhd" booklet which is available for eBooklet download on www.spiritofhopepublishing.com

NOTE: The podcast's voicemail is 714-867-7142. Call and leave comments, questions, or ideas to be discussed. If you give us permission we might use your voice mail in a podcast. We use first names only.


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Product vs Process - Part 1, Podcast 121409

This podcast features a past newsletter article "Product vs Process" developed from a conference workshop by Jerry Seiden. It highlights the pressure and push we ADDers are under to produce, produce, produce--everything from homework, income, expectation, results, etc. Jerry reads and discusses the article along w/ Reverend Jim, one of the leaders and corporate officers of Spirit of Hope's nonprofit organization/church. The podcast ran a little long... so it's divided into 2 parts. PLEASE JOIN THE DISCUSSION & call the podcast's voicemail: 714-867-7142 (only voicemail... so share your insights, experience, hope, resources, and requests for future podcasts).
NOTE: this article and many more are in the "ABCs of ADD/adhd" booklet which is available for eBooklet download on www.spiritofhopepublishing.com

NOTE: The podcast's voicemail is 714-867-7142. Call and leave comments, questions, or ideas to be discussed. If you give us permission we might use your voice mail in a podcast. We use first names only.


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Heaven's Back Row - Chapter 28, Podcast 120809

Jerry reads a chapter from Bob Blackford's book "HEAVEN’S BACK ROW: A Journey of Hope—from Sexual Brokenness & HIV to a New Beginning." Jerry helped Bob w/ the book and he's reading Chapter 28---Jerry's personal favorite.


NOTE: The podcast's voicemail is 714-867-7142. Call and leave comments, questions, or ideas to be discussed. If you give us permission we might use your voice mail in a podcast. We use first names only.


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Help for Umpires Like Me, Podcast 120309

Jerry reads another email from a podcast listener who, like Jerry, has a tendency to be more aware of the faults of others. Just some common sense sharing about what works for him.

NOTE: The podcast's voicemail is 714-867-7142. Call and leave comments, questions, or ideas to be discussed. If you give us permission we might use your voice mail in a podcast. We use first names only.


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Why We Do What We Do, Part 1, Podcast 113009

In this podcast Jerry reads and discusses more of the material in the "ABCs of ADD" -- the resource guide for ADD individuals and family or friends who care about them. This is "part 1" of a 2 parter.

NOTE: The podcast's voicemail is 714-867-7142. Call and leave comments, questions, or ideas to be discussed. If you give us permission we might use your voice mail in a podcast. We use first names only.


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Common Symptoms & Traits, Podcast 112309

Jerry begins his reading of past newsletter articles w/ a clinical definition of ADD/adhd. He also reads ADDers 1) Common Symptoms, 2) Common Traits, & 3) Positive Qualities. Remember to visit: www.spiritofhopepublishing.com & www.ADDChurch.org.

Email Jerry: jerryseiden@gmail.com


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Answering Email, Part 4, Podcast 112109

Jerry & Dennis are together again to share more on the ADD experience & answer email.


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Answering Email, Part 3, Podcast 112009

Jerry & Dennis are together again to share more on the ADD experience & answer email.


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The pod cast voice mail number is 714-867-7142.

Let us hear from you! If you give us permission we might use your voice mail in a podcast. We use first names only, no address or phone numbers.

Answering Email, Part 2, Podcast 111909

Jerry & Dennis are together again to share more on the ADD experience & answer an email.


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Answering Emails, Podcast 111109

Jerry reads and answers a few emails in this podcast. Most have to do w/ issues related to fathers and sons (mothers/daughters too).
He also shares some rather personal things about parent from his own life.

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ADD (+) Plus, Part 2, Podcast 101709

More on the many other "co-morbid" conditions, disorders, and common problems that we ADDers experience in addition to our ADD.


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ADD (+) Plus, Part 1, Podcast 101609

This is the last portion of the "Shut-Out" news letter discussion about exercising our rights as ADDers under the ADA. It's a 2 parter. In this podcast and the next "part 2," Jerry share the many other "co-morbid" conditions, disorders, and common problems that are common among our genetic slice of the general population. We may or may not experience these condition, but there are probably others in our family or extended family who do. We have the genetic predisposition, but our level of stress and family history will determine what additional co-morbid conditions/disorder we may experience. But these all need to be documented and do add to our claim for equal access rights.

The pod cast voice mail number is 714-867-7142.

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ADD & Tough-Times, Part 4, Podcast 100309

More about ADDers in Tough-Times and material from the upcoming newsletter: "SHUT OUT: ADD Struggles & the Resources to Succeed." More about what we can do to gain equal access to the help and services we need.


The pod cast voice mail number is 714-867-7142.

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ADD & Tough-Times, Part 3, Podcast 100209

More about how ADDers are SHUT OUT from life and what we can do about it.

The pod cast voice mail number is 714-867-7142.

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ADD & Tough-Times, Part 2, Podcast 092109

More about how ADDers are SHUT OUT from life and what we can do about it. This podcast had some recording problems....so please bear w/ us.

The pod cast voice mail number is 714-867-7142.

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ADD & Tough-Times, Podcast 092009

Jerry shares more personal and professional insights about ADDers surviving in this bad economic time. This time is harder on us than others. We are forced to do things, be people, and fit in places where we don't belong and where we won't survive for long. The key is is understanding who we are and how to get help. Jerry begins the article/info titled: "SHUT OUT!" It's about ADDers knowing what rights we have and learning how to claim those rights.

The pod cast voice mail number is 714-867-7142.

Go to www.ADDChurch.org to make a donation or www.spiritofhopepublishing.com to download an eBook or buy hard copies and audio books.

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ADD & Tough-Times, Podcast 091609

Jerry begins a short series of podcasts on some of the things that we ADDers need to keep in mind in these tough economic times. The focus in this podcast leads to the support we need from one another and the reminder that others are facing similar struggles.

The pod cast voice mail number is 714-867-7142.

Go to www.ADDChurch.org to make a donation or www.spiritofhopepublishing.com to download an eBook or buy hard copies and audio books.

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Meetings & Info, Podcast 080409

In this simple and short simulcast-podcast, I puts out a plea for meetings. Anyone know of ADD 12-Step meetings or support groups (without agendas)? I'm also offering to send starter kits to anyone interested in starting a group. I'll send the original "ADD Anonymous--Starter Kit." Also, I'm considering a workshop in Chicago to help jump start a group there. If you are interested in helping me put it all together, please email or call jerryseiden@gmail.com / 714-308-2494. Go to www.spiritofhopepublishing.com & click the donate button to 10 books for $49.95 special. Or click the donate button to make a contribution just to help!

Tics & Twitches - Part II Podcast 080209

More misfits misfire! This brain "misfire" is commonly called Tourettes Syndrome (TS). But the world's leading expert on TS calls it "ADD with Tics." We know that, but most ADDers don't. Those "misfires" cause our brains to tilt. The results are "sub-type." But it's just our brains trying to compensate for the imbalance it feels. It is a brain tilt that can cause great confusion among the 30% of ADDers who have TS in some form. We have no idea why we do what we do, and many of us were punished and belittled because of tics we couldn't control.



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ADD Sub-Type - Part I Podcast 080109

Misfits misfire! We know that, but most ADDers don't. Those "misfires" cause our brains to tilt. The results are "sub-type." But it's just our brains trying to compensate for the imbalance it feels.


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Dispelling Depression, Podcast 070709

Anyone who is truly ADD/adhd--the Guardian-In-Exile--has struggled with depression. It is a part of our journey and reality on the road to the transformation from loser to leader. This podcast has insights and help to dispel the mystery of depression and learn to move beyond it. This is Appendix "A" from the "Born Losers or Leaders" audio book. One more appendix will be uploaded after this the one on "Sub-Types." To get the others go to www.spiritofhopepublishing.com

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But.... What Do I Do? Podcast 060509

After all the good stuff I've shared in the book "Born Losers or Leaders?--A Positive Spiritual Perspective on ADD/adhd," some ADDers still want to be told what to do! Why? They have been told by others who they are. They have tried to please the important people in their lives. Living under the thumb of others can be safe and secure, but not satisfying or spiritual. Those poor ADDers...are never really happy. They never know who THEY are---so they don't know what they do! If an ADDer is clueless about who they are and what to do, I usually work w/ them on the 3Rs---that's the 2nd half of this podcast. So here's the final chapter of Born...Leaders "But...What Do I do?" and Appendix "F" on the 3Rs.

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What Now? Podcast 052809

Lots of ADDers--even the one who "got-it" still wonder "Where do I go from here?" I understand all the noble great stuff, Jerry & Dennis, but...... The vital need is to be re-introduced to YOURSELF---still, you need help. The 3Rs make all the difference. Some of the practical stuff is yet ahead (appendixes). But you know the truth..... you just gotta get it from your head to your heart.
NOTE: anybody listening???


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Grow Up! Podcast 052709

The podcast moves us ever closer to the end of the "Born Losers or Leaders" audio book. In this podcast Jerry offers a gentle encouragement to move beyond even another label. And even to move beyond the concept that we're beavers in a world of squirrels. We need to start seeing ourselves as Beavers: gifted and able to contribute to the world and lead in this world! The truth is.... WE AIN'T BROKE (a little wounded yes, but broke no!). We just need to understand who we are and get on with life!!!

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Columbine and Cat Poop! Podcast 052009

If I could, I'd upload this audio chapter from "Born Losers or Leaders" every time somebody goes on a killing spree in America. If I tried to do that, I'd be uploading it every other week! Once the dust settles and all the talking-heads start talk about the killer's background, so many are ADD. But what ever the struggle...they felt like "misfits." Never fails: the talking heads all say, "We just didn't see it coming." My answer for them is "Bull!" This podcast will put it all in perspective. Note: I 1st wrote this chapter for the prison book: "The Happy Prisoner: How Misfits Become Miracles" author William Sultzer. Note: eBooks can now be downloaded on www.spiritofhopepublishing.com now for "ADD, Christians....", "Born...Leaders", & The Reality Checkbook for Life in the StormTrack: ADD Edition."

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Update & Burnout, Podcast 042909

Jerry and Dennis are together by phone and record this update about their lives and the ministry of Spirit of Hope. Jerry shares some insights on "burn-out"---a dark step beyond depression. He reads a self-diagnostic list from booklet/article by Dr. Archibald Hart "Burnout---A Blessing in Disguise." Burnout is different than depression. Burnout is especially common among people who care for other people in some way. Many caregivers are parents or family members or professional caregivers. But this also includes people who become emotionally enmeshed and entangled with others. his is commonly called “codependency.” According to Dr. Archibald Hart, “A body system exhausted by overwork, pushed beyond reasonable endurance, and depleted of resources could become burned out. In essence, extreme states of burnout will comprise most, if not all of the following:
***Demoralization—the belief you are no longer effective in your life, work, or career.
***Depersonalization—the treatment of yourself and others in an impersonal way.
***Detachment—the withdrawal from all responsibilities.
***Distancing—the avoidance of social and interpersonal contacts.
***Defeatism—the feeling of being beaten and the loss of any hope that things will change or get better.

Remember, neither depression or burnout is bad. It’s the mind and body’s protective programming. It provides the opportunity to change, heal, and grow. Think of it as a field trip—a learning experience. Imagine what a caterpillar must go through during the transition to butterfly!

For more of the booklet/article's content and the self-diagnostic list/tool read by Jerry email: jerryseiden@gmail.com. And PLEASE go to www.ADDChurch.org, click the donate button, make a generous donation, and in the comments space ask for a copy of the old movie "Meet John Doe" mentioned by Dennis in this podcast and ask for the "Burn Out" .pdf file, too. We'd appreciate it.

My Brother’s Keeper, Podcast 042409

I met and known thousands of ADDers over the last at 10 or more years, and I know that this born-leaders, guardian-trait is true. We have a penchant and a prodding to lead others and serve our community or circle of friends. That caring, leadership trait is often suppressed by cruel labels, lost opportunities, or the hardship of life. But it is there to be found and nurtured. This is chapter 23 from the "BORN LOSERS or LEADERS: A Positive Spiritual Perspective on ADD/adhd" the audio book. Available at www.SpiritofHopePublishing.com for 50% off.

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Things Above, Podcast 041409

We ADDers have long known that we are a bit more "ethereal" and "other-worldly" than most people. Our nature lets us hear a "drum beat" from above. It makes us different, but it also allows us to share Heaven's help and message with those who aren't so sensitive and spiritually in tune. This another chapter from "BORN LOSERS or LEADERS: A Positive Spiritual Perspective on ADD/adhd" the audio book.

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ADDer's Fear to Focus, part 2 of 2, Podcast 040509

The 2nd half of the lost chapter "Fear to Focus" that didn't make it in the "ADD, Chrisitianity, & the Church" book.
The material read by Jerry deals with the effect that prolonged and significant stress has on our bodies and health.
He shares a number of the common auto-immune diseases that stress can cause (common among ADDers and our families).
Future podcasts will have more positive ways to heal and help you in the mental, emotional, and physical health. Stay tuned!
NOTE: If you like a .pdf file of "Fear to Focus" email Jerry at jerryseiden@gmail.com or PLEASE go to www.ADDChurch.org and click the donate button and mention the .pdf file in the memo space provided.

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ADDer's Fear to Focus, Part 1of 2 Podcast 040409

A little of Jerry's personal ADD struggles begin the podcast with a couple ADD coaching tips that work for him. Then a lost chapter from the "ADD, Chrisitianity, & the Church" book is read by Jerry. It's important to the stress, struggles, and fear that we're all facing now in this bad financial time. NOTE: Reference info for Han Selye, M.D., who brought attention to the “stress concept” with his landmark books "The Story of the Adaptation Syndrome" in 1952 & "The Stress of Life" in 1956. Dr. Selye started The International Institute of Stress in 1977 (www.StressCanada.org), but the study of stress and the human body has expanded to virtually every area of medicine. Also see The American Institute of Stress (www.stress.org). NOTE #2: To Donate go to.... www.ADDChurch.org

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Who I Am Is What I Do, Podcast 032809

Much of the pain and stress of ADD life is related to forcing ourselves to fit. Like beavers in a world of squirrels we get stuck in jobs, situations, and relationships that are uncomfortable. Like wearing shoes that are 2 sizes to small.... circulation gets cut off and that part of us can start to die. It's vital that we ADDers understand who we are. Then what we do will be obvious. But it takes courage to defend yourself and be yourself.

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Value for Me. Podcast 031609

Two chapters from "Born Losers or Leaders" audio Book (one after the other). These may be the most important chapters in the book! Why? The issue of our values is a mystery to most people and especially distracted or driven ADDers. Know it or not, I pay attention to what I value. My thoughts, feelings, and focus are NOT determined by the conduct of the others or the circumstances of my life. My myopic view, moods, and misery all are determined by the values in my heart. And like me, many of us ADDers do not value ourselves as we should. Because of our need to "pass for normal" and "fit in" and "fake it," we have valued what others think of us. And so we pay attention to them, cater to them, please them, and to give our best to them. The wound in our hearts has made us worthless to ourselves.


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And if you like to see the podcasts continue, please go to www.ADDChurch.org and make a donation or email us and let us know if they help.


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Donations to our nonprofit outreach at www.addchurch.org.

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More on the Arts, Podcast 031509

This podcast is another chapter from the audio Book "Born Losers or Leaders." This one continues to explore the artistic and creative gifts, abilities, and mind-set that we ADDers have. It it is important to remember to "think outside the box" and express art in whatever way the art asks to be express!

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Books: www.spiritofhopepublishing.com.

Donations to our nonprofit outreach at www.addchurch.org.

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Pill In the Hamburger, Podcast 030409

We ADDers are gifted in a variety of creative and artistic ways...as Plato said of the kings/priests he called "Guardians." In this audio chapter from "BORN LOSERS or LEADERS: A Positive Spiritual Perspective on ADD/adhd" Jerry Seiden shares how we have the ability to endue our creative works (off-spring) w/ truth. Our artistic/creative work does not illustrate truth--as others w/o our gifts use the arts--ours "carries the truth."

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Wounded Hearts Workshop, Podcast 022609

This simulcast is an attempt to share with you the material being covered in our meetings in Costa Mesa. In our meetings to "Help ADDers in Troubled Times" we're going through the "Wounded Hearts Walk In Circles: Reasons & Remedies for Repeated Mistakes" book by Jerry Seiden. In this podcast, Jerry reads the first 2 chapters: "Fellow Travelers" & "Daylight Ahead." In these difficult times, we ADDers struggle more than most. In the stress of economic hardship, our brains shut down and we spin our wheels. The meetings provide encouragement to the ADDers who attend and the materials help us see the woundedness that keeps us from succeeding as others do. More of the other books will be uploaded..... I just did this to let you hear what our Friday night ADDers are hearing and working on. NOTE: If you'd like to see the podcast continue, it's important that you go to www.ADDChurch.org and make a donation---small or large---it will encourage us and keep the sites operating and me eating. Please and thank you!

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Donations to our nonprofit outreach at www.addchurch.org.

Email Jerry: jerryseiden@gmail.com

Talk from the Heart, part 2, Podcast 022209

This is the 2nd half of the radio show: "Talk from the Heart" on ADD/adhd hosted by Rich Buhler on KBRT 740 on the am dial. Jerry is the guest. This half has listeners phone calls and our conversations with them.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you'd like to see the podcasts continue, please go to www.ADDChurch.org and make a donation. Thank you!

Books: www.spiritofhopepublishing.com.

Donations to our nonprofit outreach at www.addchurch.org.

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Talk from the Heart , part 1, Podcast 022109

In this podcast and the one to follow, I'm uploading a radio show! The radio program is "Talk from the Heart" hosted by Rich Buhler on KBRT 740 on the am dial. He asked me to come on and talk about ADD/adhd. The first part is a conversation between Rich and me. The second half has listeners phone calls and our conversations with them. IMPORTANT NOTE: If you'd like to see the podcasts continue, please go to www.ADDChurch.org and make a donation. Thank you!

Books: www.spiritofhopepublishing.com.

Donations to our nonprofit outreach at www.addchurch.org.

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The Force Be with You, Podcast 020909

After an update about Spirit of Hope and the office move, I'm uploading "The Force Be with You!" audiobook chapter 17 from "Born Loser or Leaders." We ADDers are mystics—intuitive, creative, ethereal, and spiritual w/ ideas, insights, inspiration, and solutions coming to us. Like Plato's Guardians, we have a mystical attribute and ability to be aware of and connect to spiritual realities. Carl Jung talked about this gift and even associated "pre-cognition" with it. Freud called Jung and people like us "spooky." Still, we ADDers have a sense of our citizenship and community with the spiritual dimension--it is where I belong and from where we get our creativity and unique gifts! Having said that..... sadly many ADDers who are "survivors" don't feel this way. Why? They never left the Ugly Duckling's Barnyard. They still have the loser, failure, disordered, deficit, CAN'T labels. They are still waiting for someone else to help them into the healing waters--waiting for the angel to stir the waters and throw them
in. They don't know that they can hear heaven whisper the secrets to their own heart...secrets that will release them, inspire them, give them insight for transformation and prosperity. Just ask.

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Paradigm Shifts & X-Ray Vision, Podcast 011809

Another track from "Born Losers or Leaders: A Positive Spiritual Perspective on ADD."
With all the things that plagues us as ADDers, it's nice to remember that we also have
many wonderful creative gifts like this one that Jerry gets from Plato. Jerry
explains ADDers ability to form and shift paradigms to be creative and innovative
or to be "Sith-like" and manipulate people. Note: There are great book "Specials" on the 1st page of the bookstore www.spiritofhopepublishing.com site. And go to www.addchurch.org and follow the link to the "Operation New Start" page.

Books: www.spiritofhopepublishing.com.

Donations to our nonprofit outreach at www.addchurch.org.

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Puzzle Meisters & Muckraclers, Podcast 011609

Jerry uploads 2 chapters from the audio book "Born Losers or Leaders." More of the positive attributes and characteristics of ADDers from the insights Jerry gleaned from Plato's description of "guardians." In this podcast you'll hear about our ability to think inductively and see the "big picture." Also, you'll hear about our gift to use our creativity to move other people like the "muckrakers" of the early 20th century, ADDers who changed their world.

Books: www.spiritofhopepublishing.com.

Donations to our nonprofit outreach at www.addchurch.org.

Email Jerry: jerryseiden@gmail.com

Sharing An Email, Podcast 010809

In this ADD- simulcast-podcast, Jerry and Dennis share an email from a podcast listener: Louis from Pasadena. The message and encouragement, and reminder that the podcasts and unique/often misunderstood ministry of Spirit of Hope (a.k.a. "ADD Church) does matter to and help some out there listening. Here's the email's 1st paragraph: I have been listening to both of your podcasts for some time, and have been helped and blessed in many ways. Mostly, just from knowing that I'm not alone in my struggles with ADD, and to help me see that I'm not the "misfit" that I've felt my entire life, but instead I'm just "Divinely Distracted" or "Divinely Different".

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A Real Reality Check

In this 1st podcast of 2009, Jerry Seiden shares a simulcast that is a real "realitycheck." The cushion and help Spirit of Hope has needed to turn the corner and make the transition just hasn't materialized. Jerry's not sure what's about to happen with everything, but here's his honest and heartfelt report. Please be patient and check back in later for a bright report... God willing

Books: www.spiritofhopepublishing.com.

Donations to our nonprofit outreach at www.addchurch.org.

Email Jerry: jerryseiden@gmail.com

Writer Workshop & Wounded Hearts, Podcast 121808

In this podcast Jerry share about an upcoming Writer's Workshop. He shares an update about Spirit of Hope's search for a new location. And he share about a "Wounded Hearts Workshop" and he goes over the highlights of the reasons WOUNDED HEARTS WALK IN CIRCLE! For info on the Writer Workshop go to page of www.ADDChurch.org

NOTE: Go to www.spiritofhopepublishing.com to get our special throughout the end of the year: "2 for 1." When you click on a book or materials, you'll see a box titled "Ordering Instructions" just type in "2 for 1" or "Podcast Special." I'll know what to do. Or you can email me at jerryseiden@gmail.com.

For secure donations go to www.ADDChurch.org

Frankenstein, Podcast 121608

This podcast is a study/discussion of material from the later "Adult Swim" portions of the "Reality Checkbook for Life in the Stormtrack: ADD/adhd edition." It's a continuation of the earlier "Numb&Dumb" discussion on the ADD Reality Podcast. But this time more about the fixes in life we do to feel better or fit ... but how (Like Lucy) the fixes don't work in fact they come back to haunt us as "boomerang disses!" Or worse, the fix we forced (as a coping mechanism or survival skill) turns into a monster like Frankenstein ... and he's coming back our way with the whole village after him (and us--his maker)!!!

NOTE: Go to www.spiritofhopepublishing.com to get our special throughout the end of the year: "2 for 1." When you click on a book or materials, you'll see a box titled "Ordering Instructions" just type in "2 for 1" or "Podcast Special." I'll know what to do. Or you can email me at jerryseiden@gmail.com.

For secure donations go to www.ADDChurch.org

No Rules, Podcast 120908

A built in positive characteristic for ADDers is that rules don't apply! Before we can use our creativity and employ our new paradigms, we have to look beyond and set aside the current RULES! To set forth his general theory of relativity, Albert Einstein had to disregard the laws of Isaac Newton. That's why the paper which set forth Einstien's new standards for the universe began with the apology, "Forgive me, Newton!" As ADDers already know, this particular trait of ours can be good and also troublesome.

NOTE: Go to www.spiritofhopepublishing.com to get our special throughout the end of the year: "2 for 1." When you click on a book or materials, you'll see a box titled "Ordering Instructions" just type in "2 for 1" or "Podcast Special." I'll know what to do. Or you can email me at jerryseiden@gmail.com.

For secure donations go to www.ADDChurch.org

Super Star, Podcast 120608

ADDers--whether they feel like they can admit it or not--feel an inner sense of greatness about themselves. I know some ADDers with type-6 ADD (in Dr. Amen's books or ADD, Christianity, & the Church) can be ego-maniacs or have delusions of grandeur. But that's NOT what this is about. Even the most mild-mannered ADDer has an inner knowing that he was made for a special and unique purpose. And believe me not everyone feels this way, but we do!!!

NOTE: Go to www.spiritofhopepublishing.com to get our special throughout the end of the year: "2 for 1." When you click on a book or materials, you'll see a box titled "Ordering Instructions" just type in "2 for 1" or "Podcast Special." I'll know what to do. Or you can email me at jerryseiden@gmail.com.

For secure donations go to www.ADDChurch.org

Misfits Self-Medicate, Podcast 120108

ADDers who don't fit will self-medicate. We seek out all sorts "self-medication" from a variety of stimulants to wake our brains up to a host of addictive substances or even behaviors to numb, deaden, and kill the pain of our difficult lives. Only a few ADDers ask themselves why they don't fit in life, job, relationships, or their current circumstance. This podcast hopes to help you STOP and consider how you're self-medicating. But more, we hope the podcast will give listeners a moment of insight and clarity about WHO you really are and where you really fit. The podcast includes "Born Losers or Leaders" audioChapters 10&11: "Misfits Self-Medicate" and "The Real You" (book & mp3 audioCD at www.spiritofhopepublishing.com).

NOTE: Be sure to visit the ADD Church Podcast (www.ADDChurch.blogspot.com). It has a bit more "spirituality" but no "religiousity." And the uploaded audioChapters from the new book "ADD, Christianity, & the Church" are some of the best BASIC ADD/adhd material that I've ever put in a book--in no small part thanks to the contributions of co-author Jonathan Scott Halverstadt, M.S. LMFT, who worked with Daniel Amen, MD and brings all of his brilliant insights about the brain from their SPECT brain-scan-imagery work. ALSO... If the podcasts have been a benefit or blessing to you, please go to www.ADDChurch.org and make a safe/secure donation to Spirit of Hope via the "Donate" button to PayPal.

Email Jerry: jerryseiden@gmail.comThanks!

ADD Podcast News, Podcast 112908

In this simul-pod-cast, Jerry reads the letters from ADDers, who happen to be in prison. We hear from a well-spoken college educated lady to a 25 year old kid in Florida, who is about to get out and wants help with his ADD and life. Then Jerry updates everybody on some important Spirit of Hope news. Spirit of Hope is the non-profit organization that sponsors the podcasts. He reads from the newsletter which can be viewed at www.addchurch.org

Books: www.spiritofhopepublishing.com

Email Jerry: jerryseiden@gmail.com

Michael's Stable, Podcast 112608

In these tough and uncertain times, I want to share a story that reminds me that everything is gonna be okay. This episode from my life happened on an a flight from California to Chicago in trip in the mid-90s (back when air travel was easier). The story "Michael's Stable" was published as a small giftbook by Spirit of Hope Publishing in 2000, but it was first published in Guideposts Magazine in December of 1999 as "Homeward Bound" (abridged/adapted). After the story was in Guideposts, it has been copied and shared by countless thousands on the Internet. The story is the same, but called by many other titles: e.g. Minor Traveling Unattended, Little Traveler, Traveling Alone, etc. Although no one asks for permission, it continues to be sent and even sold on some online greeting card sites. And in some cases, other people have claimed authorship. But I don't lose sleep over it. A wonderful message of love is shared and people the world over are blessed with hope and the promise of home.

Spirit of Hope Publishing

simply encourages anyone who has appreciated the story from the web to considering buying a giftbook or audiobook at www.SpiritofHopePublishing.com or to make a donation to the non-profit work of Spirit of Hope Christian Fellowship—follow the donation link at www.ADDChurch.org

Email Jerry: jerryseiden@gmail.com

Ready, Fire, Aim! Podcast 112508

Ever wondered why we ADDers "want what we want, and we want it NOW!" And we take no thought for the consequences. Or why we are such good escape artists ... we disappear from boring conversations, classrooms, or meetings. Or why we don't seem to get the "cues" that others do and keep-at-it until we hit the wall. Or how we seem to notice everything even when we don't want to ... and we live in a constant state of OVERWHELM!? Or what about why we can't seem to remember where we're going or what we're doing?! Why we repeat the same mistakes over and over?! And why we can't seem to get started and motivate ourselves to do things we know we have to do?!?! This podcast will help you understand why. Jerry & Dennis are sharing "Born Losers or Leaders" audiobook chapters 8 and 9 (available in paperback and mp3 audioCD at www.spiritofhopepublishing.com).

Donations to our nonprofit outreach at www.addchurch.org.

Email Jerry: jerryseiden@gmail.com

Misfits Misfire! Podcast 112408

Long before I knew anything about ADD/adhd, I knew that I wasn't so distracted, impulsive, restless, impatient, or hyper when I was ... DOING WHAT I LOVED TO DO! On-the-other-hand, in uncomfortable or boring places that didn't interest me, it was hell! School, sermons, long trips, etc. Anyone relate??? If you do, this podcast will help you understand why. It is an audiobook chapter from "Born Losers or Leaders?" available in paperback and mp3 audioCD at www.spiritofhopepublishing.com.

Donations to our nonprofit outreach at www.addchurch.org.

Email Jerry: jerryseiden@gmail.com

Was Plato ADD? Podcast 111808

Whether they will admit it or not, all the "docs" who author books about ADD/adhd are ADD themselves (we ghostwriters know the truth). Anyway, the last time I ghostwrote a book about ADD for some "somebody," he wanted me to put in the positive traits of ADD (so he could remember the good things about himself). I wrote on the positive things that we ADDers are, and it hit me--an epiphany! I remember my philosophy classes in college and graduate school, and I remember Socrates and Plato--especially what Plato wrote in his "Republic" around 350 B.C. He described the "ideal society or polis," and he wrote about a small percentage of the population-- "Guardians"--that were different in nature and kind from the rest. Plato describes these "Guardians" and their difference, and he was describing the positive traits of ADDers!!! This audiobook chapter (6) from "Born Losers or Leaders?" is all about our GOOD STUFF!!! NOTE: I really need to hear from a few podcast listeners..... email me at jerryseiden@gmail.com and let me know if anybody's out there listening.

The "BORN LOSER OR LEADERS?" book & audiobook may be purchased online at www.spiritofhopepublishing.com

Donations to our nonprofit outreach at www.addchurch.org.

Numb Discussion, Podcast 111308

This podcast is a break from the audiobook chapters. Jerry, Mary, Jim D. invite you to a small sharing time and discussion of materials from the "Reality Checkbook for Life in the Stormtrack: ADD/adhd edition." Mary and Jim D. are both on Spirit of Hope's board of directors. Just 3 ADDers discussing the ways they get numb from life's craziness and kill the pain.

The "BORN LOSER OR LEADERS?" book & audiobook may be purchased online at www.spiritofhopepublishing.com

Donations to our nonprofit outreach at www.addchurch.org.

Email Jerry: jerryseiden@gmail.com

Loser Label, Podcast 111108

Another chapter (#5) from the "Born Losers or Leaders?" audiobook. This podcast deals with the labels that can stick and stigmatize ADDers ... and the culture that continues to to label us as "losers" in one way or another. We ADDers know that we are different, but "different" is not bad ... different is just different. It is the cookie-cutter-culture in which we live that make our "difference" a "disorder." This podcasts tells ADDers not to listen to or let the labels stick.


The "BORN LOSER OR LEADERS?" book & audiobook may be purchased online at www.spiritofhopepublishing.com

Donations to our nonprofit outreach at www.addchurch.org.

Email Jerry: jerryseiden@gmail.com

Dad's Difference, Podcast 111008

We ADDers are different in many wonderful ways! The many mess-ups and mistakes can get us down, but the truth is that
we are intelligent, creative, artistic, and we have many other positive characteristics. My Dad would be labelled ADD/adhd
today, but no label stuck to him because he used his difference in the best ways. He was truly a beaver in a world of squirrels.
This audio track from the "Born Losers or Leaders?" book is chapter 4.

The "BORN LOSER OR LEADERS?" book & audiobook may be purchased online at www.spiritofhopepublishing.com

Donations to our nonprofit outreach at www.addchurch.org.

Email Jerry: jerryseiden@gmail.com

ADDers Are 2 Kinds of Special, Podcast 110308

Exclusively for "ADD Reality Check PodCast" only. As promised here's more of the "BORN LOSER OR LEADERS? A Positive Spiritual Perspective on ADD/adhd" audiobook. In this podcast you'll hear: "Different: Two Kinds of Special" & "A Special Kind of Smart" (chapters 2 & 3 slightly abridged). In this podcast author Jerry Seiden shares that he & most ADDers) know that they are 2 kinds of special. That realization comes in 2 different ways that ADDers know well...in the hardships of school and in the quiet suspicions of our own discoveries. More audiobook chapters to come plus other podcasts with current events or group discussions.

The "BORN LOSER OR LEADERS?" book & audiobook may be purchased online at www.spiritofhopepublishing.com

Donations to our nonprofit outreach at www.addchurch.org.

Email Jerry: jerryseiden@gmail.com

ADDers...Born Losers or Leaders? Podcast 102908

This podcast is exclusively for the "ADD Reality Check PodCast." The ADD Church PodCast has it's own exclusive program, too. In this podcast, Jerry shares the "Dedication" and Chapter 1 "My Opinion--Take It or Leave It!" of his audiobook "BORN LOSER OR LEADERS? A Positive Spiritual Perspective on ADD/adhd." Over time Jerry and Dennis will share the entire audiobook in between the other podcasts with current events or group discussions. Their hope is that the audiobook will help ADDers "lose the labels" that hinder and harm us. The ADD label is very negative: 2 of the descriptive words are “deficit” and “disorder.” And with the “H” it’s three negative terms. Kids stuck with the label are quick
to point that out.... So we can't blame anybody for wanting to lose the label! Our hope is that the labels won't penetrate our hearts as with the Ugly Duckling and the real dangers of “self-fulfilling prophecy.” We hope to spread a little "positive thinking!" It can't hurt given the negative self-talk that we ADDers endure everyday.

NOTE: "BORN LOSERS or LEADERS? A Positive Spiritual Perspective on ADD/adhd" is available in printed/published form and the entire audiobook in mp3 CD format at www.spiritofhopepublishing.com.



ADD Church Website

www.addanonymous.org

ADD/adhd & Gay, Oldies But Goodies Podcast 102108

Jerry and Dennis thought they would reintroduce as "Oldies but Goodies" some of the past top listener downloads. Here is program 44 titled ADD/adhd & Gay.

Creative, artistic, sensitive, intelligent, distracted, different, and gay. Many ADDers already "pass for normal" because of their ADD/adhd and related learning disabilities. We ADDers "fake-it-till-we-make-it" or try to "fit-it." But all of that "misfit mania" leaves us stressed and in the stormtrack of life. Yet for some of us, there is the added secret struggle of homosexuality. Genetic research shows that the incidence of gays among ADD genetic families is much higher. So ... there is a reason why many gay people are also very gifted. And why they need the support and understanding of other ADDers.

www.spiritofhopepublishing.com

ADD Church Website

www.addanonymous.org

ADD, Youth, & Youth Workers - Oldies But Goodies Podcast 101808

Jerry and Dennis thought they would reintroduce as "Oldies but Goodies" some of the past top listener downloads. Here is program 41 titled ADD, Youth, & Youth Workers

Jerry shares his recent experience as a presenter at the National Youth Workers Convention. He talks about his encounters with participants in his workshop "Care for the ADD Soul." And he reads some of the comments, personal notes, and emails from the youth leaders who express their issues and concerns about ADD/adhd and those affected by it.

www.spiritofhopepublishing.com

ADD Church Website

Classic & Inattentive ADD - Oldies But Goodies Podcast 101608

Jerry and Dennis thought they would reintroduce as "Oldies but Goodies" some of the top listener downloads. Here is program 58 titled Classic & Inattentive ADD

The first two of Dr. Amen's types Classic and Inattentive are related to the problems of the brain's prefrontal cortex. Like old Phineas Gage, with the frontal lobes lost or ineffective, we lose our brakes and our boss. The problems that follow are symptoms related to Classic ADD (Dr. Amen's Type 1). The sufferer experiences the following: easily distracted, has difficulty sustaining attention span for most tasks in play, school, or work-trouble listening when others are talking-difficulty following through (procrastination) on tasks or instructions-difficulty keeping an organized area (room, desk, book bag, filing cabinet, locker, etc.)-trouble with time (e.g. frequently late or hurried, tasks take longer than expected, projects for homework are last-minute or turned in late)-a tendency to lose things-careless mistakes, poor attention to detail-forgetful-restless or hyperactive-trouble sitting still-fidgety, in constant motion (hands, feet, body)-noisy, has a hard time being quiet-acts as if driven by a motor-talks excessively-impulsive (doesn't think through comments or actions before they are said or done)-difficulty waiting his or her turn-interrupts or intrudes on others (e.g. butts into conversations or games).

The Inattentive ADD subtype shares many of the same symptoms of classic ADD. A big difference is what they do with their distraction. William and Billy were moved to physical motion and hyperactivity. This type is moved in thought”daydreams, fantasies, internal distractions, etc. The problems that follow are symptoms related to Inattentive ADD (Dr. Amen's Type 2). The sufferer experiences the following:-easily distracted-difficulty sustaining his or her attention span for most tasks in play, school, or work-trouble listening when others are talking-difficulty following through-procrastination on projects or tasks-difficulty keeping an organized area (room, desk, book bag, filing cabinet, locker, etc.)-trouble with time frequently late or hurried, tasks take longer than expected, projects or homework are last minute or turned in late-a tendency to lose things-careless mistakes, with poor attention to detail-forgetful, daydreams excessively-complains of being bored-appears apathetic or unmotivated-tired, sluggish, or slow-moving-spacey or seems preoccupied.


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ADD Church Website

ABCs of ADD/adhd Conclusion, Podcast 101408

This podcast is the last part of the ABCs of ADD presentation that Jerry share with the Overcomers Outreach group in Naperville, Illinois a few years ago. You'll get the drier and more "egg-headed" stuff from him in the future, but for now ... this is still the "easy-to-listen-to" more humorous version of the ADD basics.

www.spiritofhopepublishing.com

ADD Church Website

More ADD/adhd Basic Stuff, Podcast 100908

This podcast is another "re-introduction to Jerry, Spirit of Hope, and their unique positive-spiritual perspective on ADD/adhd. Nevertheless, the info and facts that Jerry shares are accurate and often from the real "experts" mouths as he heard it from (or wrote for) them. This simul-cast has more segments from his "ABCs of ADD/adhd" presentation at Naperville, Illinois a few years back. It is his "non-boring" and "easy-to-listen" presentation.


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A Reconnect with Jerry, Podcast 100708

Jerry Seiden reconnects in this "simul-cast" -- intended for both the "ADD Reality" and "ADD Church" podcasts. It's more than just an update by Jerry -- it's a reintroduction. Jerry begins to share bits about himself and his goals (along with the Spirit of Hope crew -- especially co-host Dennis, the technical wizard and sometimes "other voice"). This podcast Jerry begins to share portions of the audio recording "The ABC's of ADD/adhd." Although it was recorded in Naperville, Illinois some years ago, it is an entertaining piece of informative info about ADD/adhd and also the speaker. Stay tuned.... upcoming podcasts will feature more discussions with ADDers from the meetings as they discuss newsletter articles and materials from SofH books.... and do some skits!

www.spiritofhopepublishing.com

Making Progress, Podcast 080208

Jerry and Dennis just want to say thanks for your patience with us as we are continuing to work through creating a new bookstore as well as creating a new Internet parking spot for the podcasts. The ADD Christianity And The Church book has been submitted to the printer and will be available soon. We both hope you will check back with us soon.

www.spiritofhopepublishing.com

Important Podcast Update From Jerry & Dennis

This podcast is a recorded phone conversation between Jerry & Dennis. We want to thank & reassure all our faithful listeners that we are on top of fixing a couple of technical web site problems. The Pay Pal account is secure at the addchurch.org site! Your well being and dealing with ADD/adhd is foremost on Jerry & my heart! Thanks again for your patience! We care!

www.spiritofhopepublishing.com

Important Program News From Jerry!

Jerry has been made aware that the publishing book store has been hacked into forcing us to close the store and end the podcasts. We hope to have a new bookstore soon as well as a new podcast...


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