24 min

Discovering My ADHD: Navigating a Late-In-Life Diagnosis Voices on the Verge with Paula Shepherd

    • Relationships

How do you go from being a straight A student and high achiever to being diagnosed with ADHD in your 40’s? In this episode I’m sharing how curiosity in the work with my clients created a spotlight on myself and the clues that led me to testing and a formal diagnosis. Plus you’ll learn ways I stay organized, productive, and prioritize that are gamechangers even if you aren’t neurodivergent. 


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Timestamps: (00:03) The diagnosis that completely shifted my thinking around productivity.
(02:47) Why perfectionism and trying to get it right is blocking your success.
(04:45) The way time blindness showed up in my life.
(06:43) How being addicted to being busy made it hard to pause.
(08:18) The self awareness signs that created opportunities for growth.
(10:39) Some of my favorite tools and tricks for working WITH my beautiful brain.
(14:12) Tricking yourself into making work fun.
(16:28) Prioritizing when everything seems important.
(18:37) The most effective way to get things done without compromising yourself.

How do you go from being a straight A student and high achiever to being diagnosed with ADHD in your 40’s? In this episode I’m sharing how curiosity in the work with my clients created a spotlight on myself and the clues that led me to testing and a formal diagnosis. Plus you’ll learn ways I stay organized, productive, and prioritize that are gamechangers even if you aren’t neurodivergent. 


Join the email list and receive 25 Conversation Starters for Genuine Connections HERE

Don’t forget to rate and review The Confidence Sessions and please subscribe if you like what you heard! https://www.thecourageblueprint.com/podcast
 
Are you looking for an all-in-one affordable hosting platform? Try NewZenler! 
Paula says, “This all-in-one platform has all the features you need to get started with your website, including blogging tools and easy to build funnels - plus create and sell online courses. No more trying to link everything together. And with super affordable pricing - it’s a no brainer for entrepreneurs who want to keep their expenses low while staying visible!” Click here below to join today!
 
Check out Paula’s recommended resources HERE!

Timestamps: (00:03) The diagnosis that completely shifted my thinking around productivity.
(02:47) Why perfectionism and trying to get it right is blocking your success.
(04:45) The way time blindness showed up in my life.
(06:43) How being addicted to being busy made it hard to pause.
(08:18) The self awareness signs that created opportunities for growth.
(10:39) Some of my favorite tools and tricks for working WITH my beautiful brain.
(14:12) Tricking yourself into making work fun.
(16:28) Prioritizing when everything seems important.
(18:37) The most effective way to get things done without compromising yourself.

24 min