Habits and Hustle helps share the stories, habits, and rituals of people’s journeys on living fulfilled lives. Host Jennifer Cohen interviews thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and overall extraordinary people who share their insight and open up about the normally hidden aspects that have made a difference in their success.
Being diagnosed with something like ADHD can feel like you’re carrying a huge sign that says “I can’t focus”. And in a world that’s not built to accommodate neurodiversity, achieving your dreams can feel impossible. So how do you work with your neurodivergence to create a life full of success?
In this episode of Habits & Hustle, I’m joined by Jeff Karp, PhD as we discuss the challenges of not being diagnosed with ADHD until 7th grade while being determined to not be held back at school. He also shares his story of becoming an esteemed academic in an academic world that didn’t suit him and what that taught him about the power of determination and perseverance.
We also discuss methods to managing distractions in a world built to distract us, the profound personal evolution that hit through COVID, and how to break the negative patterns that no longer serve us.
Jeff Karp is a Harvard Medical School professor with a PhD in biomedical engineering at Toronto and did a postdoc in biomaterials at MIT. Diagnosed with ADHD and learning differences in 7th grade, he defied expectations through unwavering perseverance and determination. His lab, The Karp Lab, works on innovative projects like creating an adhesive to repair hearts.
What we discuss…
(00:00) Navigating natural curiosity and focus in the world of academia
(19:35) How to improve attention and reduce distractions
(30:04) The power of transcendental meditation and listening in
(35:22) Personal growth and reevaluating priorities during COVID
(41:46) Unlocking your energy with holistic wellness
(50:51) How to deepen connection through conscious awareness
(01:04:20) Improving relationships through self-reflection and understanding your patterns
(01:11:26) Starting and running a research lab, and navigating funding
(01:27:43) Morning rituals for health and productivity
…and more!
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Find more from Jen:
Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/
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Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books
Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagement
Find more from Jeff:
Website: jeffkarp.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffkarpboston/
Order the Book: https://a.co/d/2AVXLz1
What is this podcast about?
Habits and Hustle is a podcast that helps share the stories, habits, and rituals of people and their journeys on living fulfilled lives.
Host Jennifer Cohen interviews entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and overall extraordinary people who share their insight and open up about the normally hidden aspects that have made a difference in their success.
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