Our guest today, Simon Blair, is an ultra-endurance athlete and entrepreneur; who is also the founder of the successful London-based property company SHB He is a husband, and father of three. Diagnosed with ADHD later in life, Simon has turned his diagnosis into a source of strength, using ultra-endurance sport as a tool for personal growth and mental maintenance.
Today we discuss the intersection of ADHD, mental health, and extreme sports. Simon shares his journey from being diagnosed with ADHD later in life to using ultra-endurance sports as a tool for personal growth, brain management and mental clarity. The conversation delves into the challenges and triumphs of living with ADHD, the importance of diagnosis, and how Simon's documentary, "Beyond Limits," explores these themes. We’re talking resilience, neurodiversity, and the power of pushing beyond perceived limits- enjoy!
01:27 - Introducing and welcome Simon Blair!!
01:55 - ADHD and Ultra-Endurance Sports Dive into his inspiring journey and documentary 'Beyond Limits.' Watch now on Amazon Prime! #ADHD #Endurance #Inspiration
02:43 - Personally speaking..
05:50 - When were you diagnosed?
06:00 - Influences of ADHD on daily life
09:08 - Finding balance through exercise, aka self-medication
11:51 - Connections between nature and mental health
14:51 - Documentary/learned insights and personal growth
17:41 - The many roles of neurodiversity in society
20:44 - What’s next for you Simon?
22:20 - How can we find you?
Do you know anyone who is doing wonderful things with #ADHD or their neurodivergent brain?
We would love to have them on to learn how they are using their #neurodiversity to their advantage. Shoot me an email and we will get them booked! My link tree is here if you’re looking for something specific. https://linktr.ee/petershankman