Could it be ADHD?

Sam Milburn
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Could it be ADHD?

Could it be ADHD? My diagnosis journey as a 41 year old female who always thought my impulsivity was my quirk, and my anxiety because I was a bit broken. Could it be ADHD? Could all those red flags actually mean I’m ’normal’ for my brain type? I’ve documented the journey. The thoughts, the feelings and the fears. The meltdown and panic attack the day after the diagnosis. Each week I delve into another late-diagnosed journey to share all lived experiences and fight the ADHD stereotype. I also share a mini episode every week for those that prefer short snippets of information - usually based around something that’s triggered me that week! If you’re on the same path I hope this helps you in some way.

  1. 23 OCT

    ADHD Right to Choose Expert Nicola Cheetham Shares Advice and Her Experience of ADHD

    Nicola Cheetham is a fellow late diagnosed ADHDer and Advocate who received her diagnosis when she was 50. Nicola has grown a large following on Tik Tok and is dedicated to helpng people access a diagnosis through the right to choose pathway to avoid lengthy wait times and to empower people to advocate for them themselves.   This is such a juicy episode full of useful info about right to choose! We talk about   How her ADHD realisations came about How even after two years post diagnosis Nicola is still working out what unmasking is and how to advocate for her needs How Nicola is comfortable to be open about her ADHD and advocating for herself which drives her mission to help others who feel they can’t Her diagnosis journey and experience of shared care Advocating for yourself when speaking to your GP especially in peri menopause The work Nicola is doing to deep dive into the ADHD diagnosis crisis in the UK ADHD medication Nicola’s journey to find the right type The things Nicola has changed in her life since her diagnosis What Nicola loves about her ADHD Nicola’s advice for anyone who is at the start of their ADHD journey   Find out more about Nicola over on Tik Tik where you can also find a link to her ADHD Right to Choose documents. https://www.tiktok.com/@nicolasgotadhd If you liked this episode then please do follow as I’ve got more incredible guests lined up every week. You can also find me over here: Instagram: www.instagram.com/coulditbeadhd_thepodcast Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coulditbeadhd Website: www.coulditbeadhd.co.uk  On the website you’ll find a free downloadable resource to help you on the pathway to a diagnosis You can also join my private Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/471027132415779

    1h 7m
  2. ADHD, Social Anxiety & Stigma - Public Speaker and Mental Health Advocate Wes Woodson Shares His Story and Insights

    16 OCT

    ADHD, Social Anxiety & Stigma - Public Speaker and Mental Health Advocate Wes Woodson Shares His Story and Insights

    Wes Woodson is an incredible human, public speaker and mental health advocate making a difference to the lives of teenagers up and down the US touring Universities and Colleges. Through his talks and workshops fighting the stigma and giving children the tools to manage their mental health. In this episode we talk about: Wes’s experience at Primary School and feeling different. How he came to be labeled with ‘learning disabilities’ instead of understanding it was ADHD How his story has shaped his purpose and passion for helping children by touring schools in the US and sharing his message. The negativity and stigma attached to labels and how we need to change that. How Wes found out about his ADHD How Wes feels when he’s in hyperfocus! I asked Wes for his top tips to share with me to overcome my fear of public speaking! What our kids need from us to help encourage them to talk about their feelings as they get older Wes’s parent's reaction to his ADHD How executive function difficulties affect Wes Wes's final words of wisdom about discovering your ADHD Follow Wes over on Instagram (and threads!) to follow his speaking journey  https://www.instagram.com/weswoodson/ If you liked this episode then please do subscribe to the podcast as I’ve got more incredible guests lined up every week. You can also find me over here: Instagram: www.instagram.com/coulditbeadhd_thepodcast Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coulditbeadhd Website: www.coulditbeadhd.co.uk On the website you’ll find a free downloadable resource to help you on the pathway to a diagnosis You can also join my private Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/471027132415779

    55 min
  3. ADHD Journey with Meredith Carder - Author, ADHD Coach and Multi-Passionate Entrepreneur

    8 OCT

    ADHD Journey with Meredith Carder - Author, ADHD Coach and Multi-Passionate Entrepreneur

    Meredith Carder is an ADHD Coach, creator and writer with a BS in psychology and MBA. As a true multi-passionate adult with ADHD, Meredith has gained considerable experience over the last 20 years working in employee training and development, as well as successfully running several small businesses culminating in a huge following on social media. Meredith shares her ADHD story with us and how as an adult, the struggles started to creep in. And like so many of my guests these realisations started to come to light when she found out about her child’s neurodivergences. In this episode we talk about: The diagnosis pathways in the US How Meredith felt around her and her daughter’s ADHD diagnosis and the worry of being believed The grief process that Meredith has worked through How Meredith slowly shared her ADHD news and found safe people to share her diagnosis with How Meredith’s Instagram was a way to talk about ADHD and how positive the response was Meredith’s very random previous businesses (the typical multi passionate ADHDer!) Some of the systems Meredith puts in place to stay focussed on her successful coaching business so it works for her Bucking the ‘typical’ business advice for an ADHDer by incorporating variety Some of the common difficulties ADHDers face in the workplace and as entrepreneurs What Meredith loves about her ADHD How ADHDers can be great listeners and talkers Checking for understanding with your partner so information sinks in Meredith’s advice for anyone who thinks they may have ADHD   Meredith has some great strategies in her brand new book ‘It all makes sense now’ designed for anyone who wants to learn more about their ADHD and strategies they can try out to manage some of their ADHD struggles. I’ve found it super easy to read with bite size-tips. Great for anyone who is at the start of their journey. Buy your copy here   You can find Meredith on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/hummingbird_adhd/ If you liked this episode then please do subscribe to the podcast as I’ve got more incredible guests lined up every week. You can also find me over here: Instagram: www.instagram.com/coulditbeadhd_thepodcast Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coulditbeadhd Website: www.coulditbeadhd.co.uk On the website you’ll find a free downloadable resource to help you on the pathway to a diagnosis You can also join my private Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/471027132415779

    40 min

  4. 30 SEPT

    ADHD Journey with Journalist Helen Dewdney - Self Diagnosis and Dealing with Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria when Making Complaints

    Helen Dewdney is a well-known journalist and consumer champion who regular features in the media on programs like Sky, ITV News, Rip Off Britain and Alexis and Friends, giving her advice and expertise on consumer matters. Over the years it became clear to her colleagues that she was Neurodivergent, unbeknown to her! Until one day it all clicked. I met Helen through a Neurdodivergent group we’re both a part of and LOVE Helens authenticity and straight-up approach. She has a huge passion for justice and she shares not only some great stories from her younger years, but some tips for fellow ADHDers on how to advocate for themselves when it comes to complaining. This is something a lot of us find hard due to rejection sensitivities, something I hear more and more of that is common among ADHDers. In this episode we talk about: • How Helen’s friends and staff recognised her neurodivergent traits when she was working in children’s services • Her struggles with reading people’s intentions and her straight-up approach • How her neurodivergent traits showed up when she was younger • How important her sense of justice is, a common feeling among ADHDers, and how it’s shaped her career • How as ADHDers we both find it hard to accept the first answer to a problem and demand a fullproof solution so that others don’t come up against the same struggles we did. • How to get over your RSD and tips for making a complaint • Helen’s personal reasons for not seeking a diagnosis and how she’s put in place great support systems to manage any struggles • Finishing the episode on our soapbox as we complain about smalltalk! If you liked this episode then please do follow as I’ve got more incredible guests lined up every week. You can also find me over here: Instagram: www.instagram.com/coulditbeadhd_thepodcast Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coulditbeadhd Website: www.coulditbeadhd.co.uk  On the website you’ll find a free downloadable resource to help you on the pathway to a diagnosis You can also join my private Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/471027132415779  If you want to find out more about Helen or download her book then you can find her details here: https://thecomplainingcow.co.uk/

    52 min

  5. 24 SEPT

    ADHD Impulsivity, hyper fixating and how I just had to have the tent! And the intense feelings that come with wanting everything

    A friend said that the first part of your ADHD diagnosis is filing through memories and past life experiences and making sense of things. And this was an example of something that popped into my head this week. I get SO sad when I can't have the things I want. And that sounds like a spoilt brat right? But I don't have many other ways to describe it. I don't outwardly stamp my feet (well not often!) but I feel a deep sadness. Because when I get an idea into my head, and I spend hours researching it (to the detriment of others around me) I feel like I can't stop until I've made it a reality, or I've quite literally lost the flow. Like gone numb from it.   My tent story is a CLASSIC example of how it doesn't matter what anyone says to me, I'll ignore it all. Which is scary. Scary that I get so much satisfaction from hours of looking at things (what a waste of precious time) and that I've spent years putting energy into so many things that never worked out.   This is the side of ADHD that is my biggest struggle. One I still struggle with now. One that can cost money and arguments. But I'm getting better at recognising the patterns and trying to understand my feelings better so I don't put my energy and time into the wrong things. Thank you ADHD!   I don't have the answers - but this isn't something I hear all the time so maybe it resonates with you? And maybe you can take a step back now and try to evaluate what's actually happening before you fall into the black hole.   If you'd like to know more about ADHD and are thinking about the diagnosis process then download my free support email here: https://www.coulditbeadhd.co.uk/adhd-support    Follow me on Instagram here: www.instagram.com/coulditbeadhd_thepodcast    Please subscribe to the podcast (just click the little follow button)    And if you want somewhere to come and chat then I've got a little Facebook group over here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/471027132415779    Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/3_D1gKE-3Gs?si=Z6O8qVSOtMPvfKDx

    31 min
  6. ADHD Journey with Louise Harman - Why self identifying and owning your ADHD now is so important and the steps you can start taking today

    20 SEPT

    ADHD Journey with Louise Harman - Why self identifying and owning your ADHD now is so important and the steps you can start taking today

    Louise Harman is a no BS copy and messaging coach and business friend who is on the pathway for an ADHD diagnosis. With 200K people on the wait list in the UK I’m a firm believer that we should feel empowered to start exploring those ADHD realisations while we wait in limbo, and so this conversation is really important to share with you all so you can feel inspired to do the same. In this episode Louise also shares some great tips on how she incorporates joy into the mundane tasks to get shit done so listen to the end for the good stuff! We talk about: How ADHD first came under Louise’s radar Embracing your weird The ADHD interest hyperfocus How Lou has flipped the script on habits How Sam and Lou deal with ADHD clutter! Working with your ADHD brain when it comes to your business Why rules for ADHDers feel hard Delving into why we are always trying to find the path of least resistance Our shared love of geeking out over certain processes Things that Louise does differently now that she can recognise her ADHD Incorporating joy into the mundane to create good habits The psychological tricks Louise plays on herself to get through the ADHD freeze Why Louise is seeking an ADHD diagnosis Louise’s advice for anyone else who is struggling to voice their self-diagnosis Please do follow the podcast (click the little follow button at the top) and come and say hey over on Instagram. www.instagram.com/coulditbeadhd_thepodcast You can sign up for podcast alerts over on my website www.coulditbeadhd.co.uk And If you loved what you heard you can support the podcast by buying me a cuppa coffee the next time I’m at the café editing away! https://buymeacoffee.com/coulditbeadhd To find out more about Louise head to: https://www.instagram.com/loulououtloud/

    59 min

  7. 17 SEPT

    Is this what unmasking is?

    Okay -  I did a couple of experiments. To see how these things would feel. Whether this is unmasking or not, it felt great and I'm going to continue to lean into those feelings! A very honest episode I hope you enjoy it and it inspires you in some way to lean into those things you've told yourself you can't do because society frowns upon it. On your ADHD journey? Come and join our group for anyone who wants to come and chat about it in a safe place over here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/471027132415779    Come and follow me on Instagram here: www.instagram.com/coulditbeadhd_thepodcast   Head to the website and sign up for emails here: www.coulditbeadhd.co.uk

    10 min
  8. ADHD Journey with Heidi Mavir - Parenting Neurodivergent Children and Turning your Passion into your Business

    12 SEPT

    ADHD Journey with Heidi Mavir - Parenting Neurodivergent Children and Turning your Passion into your Business

    Heidi helps families get the education their children deserve. Sunday Times Bestseller of ‘Your Child Is Not Broken’, advocate and speaker, Heidi was someone I’ve been wanting to talk to and I’m super thankful our mutual friend put me in contact. (Just a quick one! Please do follow and rate the podcast. I’m getting lovely messages from people that it’s helping. Every follow pushes it up the charts to reach more people that need it) Heidi is a fellow late diagnosed ADHDer who very kindly shared her personal stories and experiences in this episode including: The ADHD and Autism realisations at the time her son was diagnosed The struggles we face as parents in getting a diagnosis for our children Recognising the increase in our ADHD traits at key hormone changes for people who are AFAB, during childbirth, menstruation and menopause. How Heidi’s EOTAS membership business came into being How Heidi manages to run a successful business taking into account her chronic illness and ADHD Removing the stigma around telling people when we notice neurodivergent traits Why Heidi prefers to personally use the term neurodivergent when talking about herself The complexity of the neurodivergences What Heidi loves about being neurodivergent What Heidi wished someone had said to her back when she was diagnosed The importance of support and therapy If you’re a parent of children struggling with education then feel free to join Heidi’s free community group for support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2475013822549739 If you’re newly diagnosed or on the pathway and would like to chat about your experience in a safe space then join my Free Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/471027132415779 Find me over on Instagram here: www.instagram.com/coulditbeadhd_thepodcast And my website here: www.coulditbeadhd.co.uk As Heidi mentions you can find a neurodivergent therapist over on this website: https://ndtherapists.com/united-kingdom/ Find Heid on Facebook Here: https://www.facebook.com/seNDSupport And Heidi's website is here: Heidi helps families get the education their children deserve. Sunday Times Bestseller of ‘Your Child Is Not Broken’, advocate and speaker, Heidi was someone I’ve been wanting to talk to and I’m super thankful our mutual friend put me in contact. (Just a quick one! Please do follow and rate the podcast. I’m getting lovely messages from people that it’s helping. Every follow pushes it up the charts to reach more people that need it) Heidi is a fellow late diagnosed ADHDer who very kindly shared her personal stories and experiences in this episode including: The ADHD and Autism realisations at the time her son was diagnosed The struggles we face as parents in getting a diagnosis for our children Recognising the increase in our ADHD traits at key hormone changes for people who are AFAB, during childbirth, menstruation and menopause. How Heidi’s EOTAS membership business came into being How Heidi manages to run a successful business taking into account her chronic illness and ADHD Removing the stigma around telling people when we notice neurodivergent traits Why Heidi prefers to personally use the term neurodivergent when talking about herself The complexity of the neurodivergences What Heidi loves about being neurodivergent What Heidi wished someone had said to her back when she was diagnosed The importance of support and therapy If you’re a parent of children struggling with education then feel free to join Heidi’s free community group for support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2475013822549739 If you’re newly diagnosed or on the pathway and would like to chat about your experience in a safe space then join my Free Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/471027132415779 Find me over on Instagram here: www.instagram.com/coulditbeadhd_thepodcast And my website here: www.coulditbeadhd.co.uk As Heidi mentions you can find a neurodivergent therapist over on this website

    45 min
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Could it be ADHD? My diagnosis journey as a 41 year old female who always thought my impulsivity was my quirk, and my anxiety because I was a bit broken. Could it be ADHD? Could all those red flags actually mean I’m ’normal’ for my brain type? I’ve documented the journey. The thoughts, the feelings and the fears. The meltdown and panic attack the day after the diagnosis. Each week I delve into another late-diagnosed journey to share all lived experiences and fight the ADHD stereotype. I also share a mini episode every week for those that prefer short snippets of information - usually based around something that’s triggered me that week! If you’re on the same path I hope this helps you in some way.

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