Unmasking ADHD | Hayley Honeyman | TEDxSFU
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Published 2024-03-04
Hayley also runs virtual programs around Mental Health for adults. With hundreds of attendees from around the world each month, she is working towards creating global change around how we manage our mental health as individuals and in workplaces.
Hayley spends her time outside of her advocacy work reading, writing music, rock climbing and practicing wellness and mindfulness practices to continually improve her own mental health.
You can find Hayley on her socials @hayleyhoneyman This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx
All Comments (21)
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It was an absolute pleasure sharing my experience with unmasking. I wish the 10 year old in the Hallway on a verge of a panic attack could see me now 🥺💛
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"When you live the most foundational years of you life behind different masks, you never really become a whole person." - I am crying. I was one of those thriving kids, intelligent, kind and hardworking. I have a good and supportive family. I could never find a reason why after beginning to struggle in early adulthood, it never really stopped being hard. I am a very well-reflected person, but this sentence is the explanation I couldn't come to by myself. Thank you for making us feel seen, Hayley❤
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Deciding to unmask is a commitment to vulnerability on the highest level !☆
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I always thought I had the super power of "blending in" and "adapt" to people...... Now I know, I was masking!! 😂 😂 😂
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I sat down with my afternoon tea and toast, stoked to see my favorite YouTuber had done a TedTalk. I did not expect to be bawling into my tea for 15 minutes. Hayley, your channel, which I only discovered a few weeks ago, has already made such a difference in my life. This spoke to me... beyond words. I was diagnosed as autistic and ADHD at 32 years old. At 37, I am deep in the unmasking process. It is terrifying, and confusing, and some days I don't know how I make it through. But I want you to know, you inspire me. Your words make a difference. Feeling seen is such an important aspect, and you make me feel seen.
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I'm actually crying. I've been watching your videos for so long. I needed to hear this today. Thank you Hayley.
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After finding Hayley on YouTube, my life changed! no therapist i went to (in germany) really understood my struggles or could really dive in to solutions i would have needed. Thanks to Hayley i can heal and reset my mindest around myself and other struggles i face. I see my ADHD problems with more humor and love ♥ Thank you so so much and finally it was possible to see the TEDtalk yay!🥳
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I hope this TEDx talk reaches audience around the world who can relate to what Hayley has gone through and what they themeselves have gone through having ADHD.
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Despite the audio difficulties i love this TedxTalk! You did such an amazing job! I'm a big fan of you on YouTube and I'm so glad you're out there representing us ADHD women in such a powerful and relatable way.
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Hayley, you truly are a hero to the Neurodivergent community! I, too, went through almost exactly what you described, down to being a victim of abuse. It led me to finally feel more comfortable taking off my mask. Ironically, I collect carved wooden masks that I hang on the wall. Maybe it's symbolic or something. Anyway, you are the $hit 😊 Thank you so much for sharing your story and wisdom. Keep on being your beautiful self❤ 💗
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You absolutely killed it Hayley! Was an honor to share the stage with you that night 🙏🏽
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really cool to see you using a fidget during your presentation! wish it was more common and socially acceptable
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This really feels like it was meant for me, and left me with a tight feeling in my chest. I got my official diagnosis yesterday at 30 years old, and I'm ready for change.
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Congratulations on your Ted Talk. I love that you got to show up in Pompeii as your authentic self while your inner child got to explore that intense interest in a positive way. You are beautiful and a great content creator, love your work. Thank you ❤🙏
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Everyone should listen to this
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LOVE the pants
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I wasn't diagnosed with ADHD untill I was 35 years old (about a year ago), boy oh boy have the pieces of the puzzle fell into place! I do have to say, I'm still struggling a bit with it. Actually more than before, since I figured it was just my personality. And I had completely come to terms with that, but I was struggling with the overwhelm of having 2 small kids. That's when I started digging and got diagnosed. I still haven't figured out what it means to me, why it has changed so much of how I feel about myself... still finding out how to find my balance again, like before I knew...
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I'm literally crying right now. That's all I want.
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This talk hit me in places I did not know existed. Thank you Hayley for your vulnerability! I went down the exact path you described.. finding your videos on YouTube have lead me to realize that I have been masking my entire life.. so long that I don’t even remember how or when it began. I’m now in the process of getting an adhd diagnosis but even more importantly, now I can show myself compassion for my struggles with time blindness, task initiation, all the ADHD things. Your work and art have changed my life. I am forever grateful to you. ❤ thank you
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This is the only video I've watched at regular speed in years. I felt this video deserved this. Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. Also thank you for all the wonderful content you make. You've helped more people than you know. 😭😭❤️❤️
