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Episode 13 - Preparing for End of Life with Dr. Daniella Karidi

December 17, 2024 • Jami Shapiro • Episode 13

In this episode of Grandma Has ADHD, host Jami Shapiro is joined by Dr. Daniella Karidi, an ADHD coach and transition specialist, to discuss an often-overlooked topic: preparing for the end of life. With humor and compassion, they explore how ADHD affects planning for this sensitive transition and offer practical strategies to make the process easier.

Dr. Karidi shares her personal ADHD journey, insights on overcoming challenges like future thinking and perfectionism, and tools for tackling end-of-life tasks step by step. Together, they normalize conversations about death and provide actionable tips for creating wills, organizing wishes, and leaving meaningful legacies.

What you will learn:

[00:01:30] Dr. Karidi explains why end-of-life planning is often avoided and how open conversations can ease fears and ensure wishes are known
[00:04:23] Dr. Karidi recounts her late diagnosis of ADHD and her transition from academia to coaching, focusing on helping people through life transitions.
[00:07:09] Unique challenges of ADHD in end-of-life planning are highlighted, along with strategies to overcome them.
[00:08:40] Dr. Karidi emphasizes using an ADHD-friendly checklist and starting small, such as talking to family about preferences.
[00:13:00] Jami and Dr. Karidi discuss mistakes like not planning at all or trying to tackle everything at once, instead of breaking it into manageable steps.
[00:18:16] Advice on how to start the planning process.
[00:26:50] Dr. Karidi suggests using games and creativity to make discussions about death and legacy less intimidating.
[00:29:00] Dr. Karidi provides a real-life example by sharing an inspiring client’s journey.

Resources Mentioned:

Dr. Daniella Karidi’s Website: www.ADHDtime.com
Schedule your free intro coaching session with Dr. Daniella Karidi: https://calendly.com/adhdtime/chat-adhd-with-daniella-karidi
Learn more about upcoming groups and events: https://www.adhdtime.com/upcoming-events
Download a free Memory Types Guide: A Quick Reference to How Your Brain Stores Information: https://witty-mover-8744.kit.com/95f0e32d50

Thank you for joining us for this episode of Grandma Has ADHD! We hope Jami's journey and insights into ADHD shed light on the unique challenges faced by older adults. Stay tuned for more episodes where we’ll explore helpful resources, share personal stories, and provide guidance for those navigating ADHD. Don’t forget to subscribe and share this podcast with friends who might benefit. Remember, Make the rest of your life the best of your life.

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