Has your ADHD meds made a difference in your life? This episode of ADHD ReWired features Jordan Marsh as Eric’s guest. Jordan Marsh is a semi-self-employed professional tattoo artist, and he is also a single parent. Jordan was diagnosed with ADHD two years ago. He is now realizing how much ADHD has affected his relationships and life. This is probably why he decided to pursue tattoos instead of a traditional career.
Jordan shares his reasons for getting tattoos and why he loves giving and receiving them. He also discusses the relationship between expression and pain. Jordan shares his thoughts on tattoos, the misconceptions people have about them and the difficulties he has with his job and being single. Jordan talks about his ADHD child, his struggles with disrespectful behavior, and how his medication has helped him at work and at home.
Do you have ever dreamed of getting a tattoo? Jordan discusses some tattoos that he regrets and the reasons he got them. You will be able to take notes and learn how to get rid of them. Also, how to make certain colors look different when covering up tattoos with them.
Jordan talks about ADHD and his past relationships. He also shares what he learned about himself, his relationships and the things he hopes to find in his next relationship. Jordan also discusses his seasonal depression and final thoughts. Eric will be talking with Jordan about his fascinating career and misunderstood life.
You’ll learn:
[02: 31] Jordan, welcome to the show! [03: 41] Jordan shares why he started in the tattoo field. [05: 20] Why do you think tattoos are your passion? [07: 32] Jordan explains the connection for him between pain and expression. [08: 56] What do you think people don’t understand about tattoos? [10: 45] Jordan speaks about the tattoo on his face, why he got it there. [13: 36] Jordan discusses being a single father and the challenges with his schedule. [15: 08] Jordan shares what it’s like being ADHD and raising an ADHD child. [16: 24] What do you think helps you reel yourself back in when he’s disrespectful? [23: 32] Jordan explains why he said that his job is the most terrible, perfect job. [26: 44] Jordan shares how being diagnosed with ADHD and taking the meds have affected his work. [28: 50] Have you ever made a mistake when doing a tattoo? We’d love to hear about your mistakes. [32: 45] Jordan chats about constantly diagnosing his clients mentally with ADHD. [33: 41] Do you have any tattoos you regret getting? []: 41 Do you regret getting tattoos? [38: 59] Jordan discusses how in hindsight he can see how ADHD affected his past relationships. [41: 56] They talk about his son’s mother and the relationship he had with her before being diagnosed with ADHD. [43: 17] Jordan shares what pushed him to seek a diagnosis. [44: 02] Jordan speaks about his last relationship and how it was affected by his ADHD. [45: 42] What have you learned about yourself as a result of going through relationships now that you have ADHD? [47: 55] Jordan chats about not wanting to disappoint people and feeling like he was never enough. [49: 36] Jordan shares what he will watch for and look for in his next relationship and the whiteboard on which he writes everything he needs to remember. [51: 52] Have you any last thoughts for your listeners. [52: 54] Jordan – Thank you for sharing your story. [53: 47] If you’re a regular listener, consider becoming a patron and on our Patreon at www.ADHDreWired.com Find Jordan:
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