ADHDifference

Julie Legg
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ADHDifference challenges the common misconception that ADHD only affects young people. Diagnosed as an adult, Julie Legg interviews guests from around the world, sharing new ADHD perspectives, strategies and insights. ADHDifference's mission is to foster a deeper understanding of ADHD by sharing personal, relatable experiences in informal and open conversations. Choosing "difference" over "disorder" reflects its belief that ADHD is a difference in brain wiring, not just a clinical label.Julie is the author of The Missing Piece: A Woman's Guide to Understanding, Diagnosing, and Living with ADHD (HarperCollins NZ, 2024) and ADHD advocate.

  1. S2E38: ADHD - Late Understanding, Early Shame & Making Peace + guest Carolyn Mallon

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    S2E38: ADHD - Late Understanding, Early Shame & Making Peace + guest Carolyn Mallon

    Julie Legg sits down with psychiatric nurse practitioner and mental health advocate Carolyn Mallon, whose journey from high school dropout to doctorate-level clinician is both inspiring and deeply relatable for late-diagnosed ADHDers. Carolyn shares how understanding her neurodivergence in adulthood radically shifted her ability to study, self-advocate, and succeed both academically and emotionally. The conversation explores the messy, non-linear paths many ADHDers walk, the grief that can accompany diagnosis, and how resilience often looks like simply showing up, trying again, and choosing compassion over shame. This episode is a great reminder that healing and success take many forms, and that it's never too late to start again... with better tools. Key Points in this Episode: Carolyn’s diagnosis at 28 and how it changed her entire trajectoryWhy ADHD can mask as laziness or failure in school settingsThe emotional impact of late recognition and academic shameMaking peace with your “past self” through compassion, not criticismHow resilience is built in the middle of the mess, not just in hindsightThe importance of redefining success beyond degrees and careersWhy mental health providers with lived experience are uniquely powerfulThe joy of offering others the kind of care she once neededLinks: LINKEDIN: www.linkedin.com/in/cmallonrn/WEBSITE: https://www.balancementalhealth.com/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/balancementalhealthnhYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@balancementalhealthnhINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/balancementalhealthnhRECOMMENDED READING: Learning Outside the LinesSend us a text Thanks for listening. 📌 Don’t forget to subscribe for more tools for beautifully different brains. 🌐 WEBSITE: ADHDifference.nz 📷 INSTAGRAM: ADHDifference_podcast 📖 BOOK: The Missing Piece: A Woman's Guide to Understanding, Diagnosing and Living with ADHD ℹ️ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect those of the host or ADHDifference. Read More

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  2. S2E37: Navigating Life Forward with ADHD + guest Leah Carroll

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    S2E37: Navigating Life Forward with ADHD + guest Leah Carroll

    Julie Legg chats with ADHD coach and advocate Leah Carroll, whose own diagnosis at 28 catalyzed a deep journey of self-understanding and transformation. Leah shares how her early attempts to "fix" her ADHD through medication alone fell short and how travel, radical honesty, and coaching led her to discover the personalized systems that now support her neurodivergent brain. Leah unpacks the behind-the-scenes reality of living with ADHD from executive dysfunction to emotional dysregulation and offers powerful strategies to shift from shame to self-trust. Whether it's in the workplace, relationships, or day-to-day life, this conversation is full of relatable truths and practical tools for anyone navigating ADHD. Key Points from the Episode: How Leah’s ADHD diagnosis at 28 was just the beginning, not the solutionWhy medication alone wasn’t enough and what she needed insteadThe emotional toll of shame, blame, and victimhood in undiagnosed ADHDWhat long-term travel taught her about adaptability and executive dysfunctionThe hidden labour behind ‘looking functional’ as an ADHDerHow executive function challenges overlap to create chaos and paralysisThe complex toll ADHD takes on relationships and how to build better communicationThe workplace mismatch: thriving in crisis but overwhelmed by adminStrategies for minimizing friction and maximizing clarity at workWhy emotional regulation is about safety, not just willpowerBuilding self-trust through small, consistent winsThe underestimated power of foundational habits: sleep, food, movement, light, and hydrationThe magic of a “dopamine menu” and tiny strategies that re-regulate the nervous systemLinks: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/adhd.coach.leah/WEBSITE: https://leahccoaching.com/LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahdcarroll/BOOK A FREE COACHING CALL: https://calendly.com/adhdlc/freeREFERENCE BOOK: https://www.thefouragreements.com/Send us a text Thanks for listening. 📌 Don’t forget to subscribe for more tools for beautifully different brains. 🌐 WEBSITE: ADHDifference.nz 📷 INSTAGRAM: ADHDifference_podcast 📖 BOOK: The Missing Piece: A Woman's Guide to Understanding, Diagnosing and Living with ADHD ℹ️ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect those of the host or ADHDifference. Read More

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  3. S2E36: Untangling The Story - ADHD Behind Closed Doors + guest Kayla Oughton

    ٢٩ يناير

    S2E36: Untangling The Story - ADHD Behind Closed Doors + guest Kayla Oughton

    Julie Legg speaks with Kayla Oughton — a Napier-based AuDHD coach and neurodivergent advocate with an eclectic background in construction project management, health coaching, suicide prevention, and digital marketing. Kayla shares her journey from burnout in a male-dominated construction industry to becoming a voice for ADHDers and autistic women navigating late diagnosis, shame, and self-trust. She talks about the importance of understanding rejection sensitivity, embracing neurodivergent strengths, and leaning into the body’s signals. This conversation cuts through the fluff and dives deep into what it really looks like to rebuild your life after diagnosis, and long before it. From beast days to slug days, Kayla reminds us all that we are not broken. Key Points in the Episode: How a therapist’s question sparked Kayla’s ADHD diagnosis at 35Life inside the chaotic, undiagnosed world of construction project managementThe link between rejection sensitivity and suicidal ideationWhy shame often hides behind the productivity mask in womenHow understanding ADHD can reframe your entire life storyThe overlap (and contradiction) between ADHD and autism traitsWhy rest, nervous system awareness, and body cues are vital toolsThe reality of success amnesia and the power of small winsKayla's words to those still feeling broken or “too much”Links: LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayla-oughton/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/adhdcoachkayla WEBSITE: https://dopamineandco.com/services  MATES4LIFE: https://mates4life.org.nz/  Send us a text Thanks for listening. 📌 Don’t forget to subscribe for more tools for beautifully different brains. 🌐 WEBSITE: ADHDifference.nz 📷 INSTAGRAM: ADHDifference_podcast 📖 BOOK: The Missing Piece: A Woman's Guide to Understanding, Diagnosing and Living with ADHD ℹ️ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect those of the host or ADHDifference. Read More

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  4. S2E35: Pattern Spotters With a Justice Radar (ADHD Edition) + guest Dr Eugene Manley

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    S2E35: Pattern Spotters With a Justice Radar (ADHD Edition) + guest Dr Eugene Manley

    Julie Legg sits down with Dr. Eugene Manley, a bioengineer-turned-cancer scientist, nonprofit founder, and passionate advocate for equity in science and healthcare. Diagnosed with ADHD during graduate school, Eugene shares how his neurodivergent wiring shaped his path from misunderstood childhood behaviours and micromanagement clashes to his deep sense of justice, pattern recognition, and innovation. Eugene opens up about navigating academia, launching a nonprofit to address health disparities, and leading through empathy rather than conformity. This conversation is packed with powerful reflections on how ADHD can be a strength — especially when harnessed with awareness, strategy, and aligned values. Key Points in the Episode: The overlooked signs of ADHD growing up, and what finally led to diagnosis in grad schoolHow neurodivergence influences innovation, empathy, and the fight against injusticeWhy ADHDers often struggle in hierarchical workplaces — and thrive with autonomyMicromanagement vs. motivation: how trust and freedom foster better workWhat inspired the launch of the STEM & Cancer Health Equity FoundationThe hidden barriers underserved communities face in healthcare settingsPractical ADHD strategies that helped Eugene manage time, focus, and burnoutViewing ADHD through a strengths lens: pattern recognition, hyperfocus, and driveAdvice for late-diagnosed adults navigating regret, relationships, and self-trustLinks: WEBSITE: https://scheq.org/LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugenemanleyjrphd/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/STEMMCHEQ/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/stemmcheq/Send us a text Thanks for listening. 📌 Don’t forget to subscribe for more tools for beautifully different brains. 🌐 WEBSITE: ADHDifference.nz 📷 INSTAGRAM: ADHDifference_podcast 📖 BOOK: The Missing Piece: A Woman's Guide to Understanding, Diagnosing and Living with ADHD ℹ️ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect those of the host or ADHDifference. Read More

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  5. S2E34: Young Adults, ADHD & The Pandemic of Disconnection + guest Dr Jack Hinman

    ٢٢ يناير

    S2E34: Young Adults, ADHD & The Pandemic of Disconnection + guest Dr Jack Hinman

    Julie Legg is joined by Dr. Jack Hinman — clinical psychologist and Executive Director of Engage Young Adult Transitions. Drawing from over two decades of experience working with young adults in hospitals, residential treatment, and community mental health, Jack shares what he sees at the root of today’s growing anxiety epidemic: a crisis of focus, a crisis of connection, and a culture of avoidance. Jack explores how ADHD often shows up subtly or is missed altogether in young adults, especially in women, and why emotional regulation, identity development, and executive function all suffer when connection is lost.  This conversation dives into the deeper systemic and developmental factors shaping today’s “anxious generation,” and why safety, structure, and relationship-based support are key to long-term growth. Key Points from the Episode: Why ADHD is under-diagnosed in young adults, particularly womenThe real drivers behind anxiety, shutdown, and burnoutHow emotional dysregulation and avoidance are often misreadThe impact of missed early coping development and attachmentWhat’s fueling the “attention crisis” and “connection crisis” in this generationThe harmful effects of pathologising normal anxietyThe role of phones, online connection, and the loss of real-world social skillsWhy therapy should be immersive, relational, and present in everyday lifeThe importance of structured autonomy and consistent supportHow nature-based, experiential learning (like skiing or biking) boosts self-trustWhat young adults, and parents, need to thrive through transitionLinks: WEBSITE: engagelifenow.com LINKEDIN: jack-hinman-engagelifenow  INSTAGRAM: engage.transitions  FACEBOOK: Engage-Young-Adult-Transitions-100087789164852/ YOUTUBE: @engageyoungadulttransition6817 Send us a text Thanks for listening. 📌 Don’t forget to subscribe for more tools for beautifully different brains. 🌐 WEBSITE: ADHDifference.nz 📷 INSTAGRAM: ADHDifference_podcast 📖 BOOK: The Missing Piece: A Woman's Guide to Understanding, Diagnosing and Living with ADHD ℹ️ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect those of the host or ADHDifference. Read More

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  6. S2E33: Evro AI: Neurodivergent Friendly 'Second Brain' for Meetings + guest Dr Jay Spence

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    S2E33: Evro AI: Neurodivergent Friendly 'Second Brain' for Meetings + guest Dr Jay Spence

    Julie Legg is joined by clinical psychologist and tech entrepreneur Dr. Jay Spence, co-founder of Evro AI, an innovative software platform purpose-built to support neurodivergent professionals. Drawing on years of research and clinical insight, Jay shares how Evro is reshaping workplace communication by translating meetings, externalising tasks, reducing overwhelm, and acting as a cognitive co-pilot for ADHD and autistic thinkers. From memory scaffolding to emotional tone translation, this AI tool is designed to work with the brain, not against it. Jay offers powerful insights into how neurodivergent professionals are already using AI as a productivity lifeline and how platforms like Evro can reduce burnout, support disclosure decisions, and radically shift how we experience work. Key Points in the Episode: Why neurodivergent professionals are early adopters of AIHow ADHD brains use AI tools to reduce burnout and organize thoughtsAutistic professionals using AI as a social translatorThe hidden communication workload neurodivergent people carry at workWhat the Evro AI platform does differently for ADHD and autistic usersHow to use AI as a working memory prostheticWhen and how disclosure at work can be helpful (or risky)The business case for neurodivergent-inclusive teamsOne practical to start: use AI to externalize and prioritize your mental loadLinks: WEBSITE: https://www.evro.ai/EVRO AI COMMUNITY: https://discord.com/invite/Yh4aXRkYfcLINKEDIN: (https://www.linkedin.com/company/evro-ai/LINKEDIN (founder): https://www.linkedin.com/in/elaine-lee-a0716918/LINKEDIN (founder): https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjayspence/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/evro.ai/TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@evroai   Send us a text Thanks for listening. 📌 Don’t forget to subscribe for more tools for beautifully different brains. 🌐 WEBSITE: ADHDifference.nz 📷 INSTAGRAM: ADHDifference_podcast 📖 BOOK: The Missing Piece: A Woman's Guide to Understanding, Diagnosing and Living with ADHD ℹ️ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect those of the host or ADHDifference. Read More

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  7. S2E32: ADHD & Outdoors - Healing in Nature + guest Ryan DeLena

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    S2E32: ADHD & Outdoors - Healing in Nature + guest Ryan DeLena

    Julie Legg speaks with Ryan DeLena - a professional mountaineer, author, and mental health advocate. Ryan shares the harrowing realities of his childhood, growing up in therapeutic institutions where physical restraint was a regular response to neurodivergent behaviour. Misdiagnosed, misunderstood, and traumatised, it was ultimately the mountains, and the freedom they offered, that helped him find his way back to himself. Now a seasoned skier, guide, and the author of Without Restraint, Ryan shares how physical movement, flow states, and deep connection to nature became lifelines. His story is one of resilience, self-discovery, and the radical healing power of passion. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or neurodivergent yourself, this episode is a reminder that regulation doesn’t always come from the systems around us but from reconnecting with what lights us up inside. Key Points from the Episode Ryan’s early years in therapeutic schools where physical restraint was used routinelyThe trauma of misdiagnosis and over-medication, and how it delayed his healingHow ADHD was masked by trauma, and why clarity only came in adulthoodThe emotional and nervous system regulation that came from skiing and natureWhy the flow state is so beneficial for ADHD mindsThe danger of systems that pathologise neurodivergent kids instead of understanding themHis documentary 91 and what skiing 91 routes taught him about persistencePassion as a survival tool — why doing what you love can be a lifelineRyan’s message of hope to anyone feeling trapped or unseen in the systemLinks BOOK: https://www.without-restraint-book.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ryan.delena.970397/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@extreme_ryan_delena INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/extreme_ryan_delena/ Send us a text Thanks for listening. 📌 Don’t forget to subscribe for more tools for beautifully different brains. 🌐 WEBSITE: ADHDifference.nz 📷 INSTAGRAM: ADHDifference_podcast 📖 BOOK: The Missing Piece: A Woman's Guide to Understanding, Diagnosing and Living with ADHD ℹ️ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect those of the host or ADHDifference. Read More

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  8. S2E31: ADHD, Drugs & Alcohol Addiction + guest Hilary Momberger Powers

    ١٢ يناير

    S2E31: ADHD, Drugs & Alcohol Addiction + guest Hilary Momberger Powers

    Julie Legg sits down with Hilary Momberger Powers — actress, inspirational speaker, trauma-informed guide, author, and the original voice of Sally Brown from the Peanuts cartoons. Hilary shares her extraordinary story of early fame, childhood trauma, addiction, and four decades of recovery — and how her ADHD diagnosis in adulthood reframed much of her past. With humour and insight, Hilary discusses the impacts of being an undiagnosed neurodivergent child in a high-pressure environment. She explores how ADHD and addiction fed into each other, how healing her inner child led to transformation, and why stabilising the body, mind, and spirit is essential for recovery. This is a raw and hopeful conversation about finding peace, embracing difference and living in colour. Key Points from the Episode Hilary's journey from child actor to decades-long recovery advocateHow ADHD traits were misread as character flaws or "too muchness"The cycle of addiction and self-shame when ADHD goes unrecognisedADHD and addiction as a mind–body–spirit triangleThe power of sensory grounding and daily stabilisation toolsHealing through inner child work and reframing self-perceptionFrom victim to victor: embracing ADHD as a kaleidoscopic giftHow trauma, addiction, and ADHD often intersect in womenThe role of connection, belonging, and self-acceptance in recoveryLinks WEBSITE: https://www.hilarymombergerpowers.com/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thehilarymombergerpowers INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/hilarymombergerpowers/ LINKED IN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilary-momberger-powers-078a604/ Send us a text Thanks for listening. 📌 Don’t forget to subscribe for more tools for beautifully different brains. 🌐 WEBSITE: ADHDifference.nz 📷 INSTAGRAM: ADHDifference_podcast 📖 BOOK: The Missing Piece: A Woman's Guide to Understanding, Diagnosing and Living with ADHD ℹ️ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect those of the host or ADHDifference. Read More

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ADHDifference challenges the common misconception that ADHD only affects young people. Diagnosed as an adult, Julie Legg interviews guests from around the world, sharing new ADHD perspectives, strategies and insights. ADHDifference's mission is to foster a deeper understanding of ADHD by sharing personal, relatable experiences in informal and open conversations. Choosing "difference" over "disorder" reflects its belief that ADHD is a difference in brain wiring, not just a clinical label.Julie is the author of The Missing Piece: A Woman's Guide to Understanding, Diagnosing, and Living with ADHD (HarperCollins NZ, 2024) and ADHD advocate.

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