Gifted with ADHD

Juliet O'Rourke
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Gifted with ADHD is the podcast for you if you’ve ever struggled with how ADHD has shaped how you see yourself, your confidence, your sense of purpose, or your ability to fulfil your potential. This space is here to offer fresh insight, compassion, and practical tools you can actually use. Whether you’re seeking peace, clarity, or a deeper sense of self, you’ll find new perspectives, meaningful reflections, and those lightbulb moments where things finally click. This podcast explores adult ADHD through a strengths-based approach, alongside a big-picture spiritual understanding of life, recognising the remarkable capacity, creativity, and gifts of the ADHD brain. Hosted by a UK-based, Certified ADHD coach, each episode shares coaching tools and grounded perspectives that support a more meaningful, purpose-led life, without the fluff. It’s a down-to-earth approach designed to help calm your nervous system, break free from limiting identities, and reconnect with who you truly are beneath the noise. This is about living lighter. More freely. And finally feeling at home in your own mind.

  1. 5d ago

    How To Release Your Negative Identities With The Mace Energy System

    Get in touch to see how I can help you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this week's episode of Gifted With ADHD. Juliet continues her conversation with Helen Amery. This time, they go deep into the Mace energy system itself. From it's origins to it's growing recognition in the ADHD community. They both break down what is REALLY means and how you can use it to shift the negative identities that are affecting your everyday life. Connect With Helen Amery - ⁠⁠https://wildfigsolutions.co.uk/⁠⁠ Learn about the Mace energy method - ⁠⁠https://www.causisminstitute.com/about/mace-energy-method/⁠⁠ ABOUT THE HOST: Juliet was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 50, after a lifetime of believing she was fundamentally flawed—without realising there was a biological explanation behind her struggles. Years of executive dysfunction, perimenopause, and rising anxiety had left her overwhelmed and questioning her own potential. Her diagnosis marked a turning point. She immersed herself in understanding ADHD and, in doing so, discovered something even more transformative: a spiritual perspective on what it means to be human. Through this lens, Juliet was able to release limiting identities shaped by five decades of misunderstanding herself. She learned how to navigate emotions—like anxiety—with greater ease. She has two-years training in counselling and now has an established coaching practice supporting adults. Blending practical strategies with grounded spirituality, Juliet helps her clients find clarity, inner peace, and the confidence to live their life with purpose to reach their full potential and thrive with ADHD.

  2. Oct 1

    How to find a clear direction and purpose with an ADHD mind!

    Get in touch to see how I can help you! https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/ In this solo episode, Juliet challenges one of the most persistent and damaging beliefs for those with ADHD: the idea that your worth is tied to your productivity. After years of living in a state of chronic overwhelm—constantly trying to catch up on endless to-do lists and feeling like she was failing despite working harder than anyone else—Juliet shares the pivotal mindset shift that changed her life. She breaks down the crucial difference between efficiency (doing things right) and effectiveness (doing the right things). Using the powerful metaphor of a highly skilled sailor on a boat pointing in the wrong direction, Juliet explains why trying to organise, plan, and execute tasks faster will never solve the problem if you haven't first defined your true direction. If you frequently find yourself drowning in the "weeds" of minor details or putting out fires all day, this episode will help you step out of the ADHD vortex and start making decisions that truly align with your values and purpose. ABOUT THE HOST Juliet was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 50, after a lifetime of believing she was fundamentally flawed—without realising there was a biological explanation behind her struggles. Years of executive dysfunction, perimenopause, and rising anxiety had left her overwhelmed and questioning her own potential. Her diagnosis marked a turning point. She immersed herself in understanding ADHD and, in doing so, discovered something even more transformative: a spiritual perspective on what it means to be human. Through this lens, Juliet was able to release limiting identities shaped by five decades of misunderstanding herself. She learned how to navigate emotions—like anxiety—with greater ease. She has two-years training in counselling and now has an established coaching practice supporting adults. Blending practical strategies with grounded spirituality, Juliet helps her clients find clarity, inner peace, and the confidence to live their life with purpose to reach their full potential and thrive with ADHD. Get in touch to see how I can help you! https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/

  3. Sep 28

    Procrastination or Paralysis? Finding the Root Cause of Your ADHD Struggles

    Get in touch to see how I can help you! https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/ In this episode of Gifted With ADHD, Juliet sits down with Senior Certified ADHD Coach Bonnie Mincu to discuss how to take charge of your life instead of letting your ADHD take charge of you. They explore the reality behind the word "procrastination," revealing that what looks like laziness is often mental paralysis, overwhelm, or a simple lack of systems. Bonnie explains why a lack of dopamine makes mundane tasks feel like moving a mountain, and why the "just do it" mentality only leads to shame for the ADHD brain. Juliet and Bonnie also discuss the crucial differences between therapy and coaching for neurodivergent adults. While traditional therapy often looks backward for psychological root causes, ADHD coaching focuses on building customized strategies for the present. Bonnie shares insights into her "Confident Decider" matrix and "Procrastination Tree" to help clear the mental fog, make complex decisions, and finally start moving forward. ABOUT THE GUEST Bonnie Mincu is a Senior Certified ADHD Coach who has been helping adults with ADD/ADHD reach breakthrough solutions since 2001. She is the founder of "Thrive with ADD" and the creator of the "Productivity Pathfinder" membership training program. Bonnie focuses on helping neurodivergent individuals achieve self-mastery by understanding their unique patterns, mindset, and the true causes of their challenges. She provides practical, customized strategies—like her "Confident Decider" matrix and "Procrastination Tree" tool—to help people break free from mental paralysis, perfectionism, and overwhelm. Connect with Bonnie: Website: https://thrivewithadd.com Download Bonnie's Decision Framework Tool for free here! - https://thrivewithadd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/THE-CONFIDENT-DECIDER-Decision-Tool-Bonnie-Mincu.pdf ABOUT THE HOST Juliet was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 50, after a lifetime of believing she was fundamentally flawed—without realising there was a biological explanation behind her struggles. Years of executive dysfunction, perimenopause, and rising anxiety had left her overwhelmed and questioning her own potential. Her diagnosis marked a turning point. She immersed herself in understanding ADHD and, in doing so, discovered something even more transformative: a spiritual perspective on what it means to be human. Through this lens, Juliet was able to release limiting identities shaped by five decades of misunderstanding herself. She learned how to navigate emotions—like anxiety—with greater ease. She has two-years training in counselling and now has an established coaching practice supporting adults. Blending practical strategies with grounded spirituality, Juliet helps her clients find clarity, inner peace, and the confidence to live their life with purpose to reach their full potential and thrive with ADHD. Get in touch to see how I can help you! https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/

  4. Sep 24

    Overstimulation and ADHD - How to regulate yourself!

    Get in touch to see how I can help you! https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/ In this solo episode, Juliet explores a subtle but profound shift in how she understands her own nervous system. After years of labeling herself as "disregulated," she realised that she is often simply overstimulated—and frequently, she is the one overstimulating herself. While external triggers like bright lights, noise, and crowded rooms are common ADHD challenges, Juliet discusses the hidden trap of "good" overstimulation: getting swept up in exciting ideas, research, social media, and new projects. She describes the physical sensation of entering an ADHD "vortex," where time, space, and bodily awareness completely vanish. By sharing a recent experience where a dead phone battery forced her back into reality, she reveals how we can recognise the warning signs of this runaway train and make the conscious choice to step out of the time tunnel and back into the present moment. About the Host: Juliet was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 50, after a lifetime of believing she was fundamentally flawed—without realising there was a biological explanation behind her struggles. Years of executive dysfunction, perimenopause, and rising anxiety had left her overwhelmed and questioning her own potential. Her diagnosis marked a turning point. She immersed herself in understanding ADHD and, in doing so, discovered something even more transformative: a spiritual perspective on what it means to be human. Through this lens, Juliet was able to release limiting identities shaped by five decades of misunderstanding herself. She learned how to navigate emotions—like anxiety—with greater ease. She has two-years training in counselling and now has an established coaching practice supporting adults. Blending practical strategies with grounded spirituality, Juliet helps her clients find clarity, inner peace, and the confidence to live their life with purpose to reach their full potential and thrive with ADHD. Connect with the Show Get in touch to see how I can help you! https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/

  5. Sep 21

    How to understand the voice in your head!

    Get in touch to see how I can help you! ⁠https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/⁠ In this eye-opening episode of Gifted With ADHD, Juliet sits down with Certified Change Coach Lindsey Elliott to dissect the relentless, critical voice inside our heads. Lindsey introduces us to "Sue"—a personification of our conditioned mental chatter driven by the need for Safety, Uncertainty, and Exposure. Together, they explore how years of undiagnosed ADHD can lead us to internalize this voice, mistakenly believing that our struggles with executive function mean we are unintelligent, incapable, or broken. By breaking down the mechanics of "Sue," Lindsey and Juliet reveal that strong, painful emotions aren't proof of your inadequacy, but rather a signal that you are caught up in false thoughts. If you've spent your life trying to fit a square peg into a round hole, this episode offers a profound shift in perspective. Tune in to discover your "ordinary magnificence" and learn how to stop taking your inner critic so seriously. ABOUT THE GUEST Lindsey Elliott is a coach, wellbeing consultant and author specialising in emotional and mental wellbeing. A former self-help junkie who spent years stuck in anxiety, insecurity and overthinking — until she discovered that underneath it all, we’re already OK. Now, she helps others find their own freedom and resilience without getting lost in endless techniques or fixing themselves.  Lindsey runs Lindsey Elliott Coaching online and in Brighton, UK. She has a BSc (Hons) in Psychology and over 15 years’ experience working therapeutically with people. She's a Certified Change Coach, a Three Principles Practitioner, and has worked with private companies, councils, and the NHS to support emotional and mental wellbeing.  Social links:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsey.elliott.coach/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lindseyelliottcoach Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com/LindseyCKE Website: https://www.lindseyelliott.co.uk/ The best way for people to connect with me is to join my email list by taking the 2-minute Inner Critic Quiz, Meet Sue here. Get in touch to see how I can help you! ⁠⁠https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/⁠

  6. Sep 17

    Unlearning "Stupid": Reframing the ADHD Identity

    Get in touch to see how I can help you! ⁠⁠https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/⁠⁠ In this solo episode, host Juliet tackles one of the most painful realities of living with undiagnosed ADHD: the deeply ingrained belief that you are simply not smart enough. For decades, Juliet used her struggles with executive function—planning, organizing, and following through—as hard evidence of her own incompetence. It wasn't until her late-in-life diagnosis that she realized these structural brain differences have absolutely nothing to do with intelligence, capability, or worth. Drawing on her own experiences, her work with coaching clients, and the pivotal insights of Jessica McCabe’s TED Talk Failing at Normal, Juliet breaks down how to dismantle the "stupid" narrative and stop gaslighting yourself. About the Host: Juliet was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 50, after a lifetime of believing she was fundamentally flawed—without realising there was a biological explanation behind her struggles. Years of executive dysfunction, perimenopause, and rising anxiety had left her overwhelmed and questioning her own potential. Her diagnosis marked a turning point. She immersed herself in understanding ADHD and, in doing so, discovered something even more transformative: a spiritual perspective on what it means to be human. Through this lens, Juliet was able to release limiting identities shaped by five decades of misunderstanding herself. She learned how to navigate emotions—like anxiety—with greater ease. She has two-years training in counselling and now has an established coaching practice supporting adults. Blending practical strategies with grounded spirituality, Juliet helps her clients find clarity, inner peace, and the confidence to live their life with purpose to reach their full potential and thrive with ADHD. Connect with the Show Get in touch to see how I can help you! ⁠https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/

  7. Sep 14

    Masking, Social Anxiety, Addiction and ADHD

    Get in touch to see how I can help you! ⁠https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/⁠ In this deeply personal episode of Gifted With ADHD, Juliet sits down with her very first coaching client, Jenny, to explore the raw reality of navigating a late-in-life ADHD diagnosis. Moving past toxic positivity and the "ADHD is a superpower" narrative, they discuss the very real challenges of emotional dysregulation, chronic overwhelm, and masking. Jenny opens up about her transformative journey over the last few years—from a year of spiraling and grief, to waking up on Boxing Day and deciding to change her entire life. They discuss the power of quitting alcohol to finally feel suppressed emotions, the courage it takes to end a 30-year marriage, and the beauty of simply giving yourself permission to rest. About the Guest: Jenny Jenny is a Positive Psychology Coach who draws on her own lived experience to support neurodivergent adults. Diagnosed with ADHD three years ago, she spent a year grappling with her new reality before making massive, life-altering changes to align with her true self—including completing her coaching diploma, ending a three-decade-long marriage, and choosing a sober lifestyle. Today, she advocates for radical self-compassion, living without fear, and dropping the heavy masks of neurotypical expectations. Contact Jenny: jenniferworth68@outlook.com About the Host: Juliet Juliet was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 50, after a lifetime of believing she was fundamentally flawed—without realising there was a biological explanation behind her struggles. Years of executive dysfunction, perimenopause, and rising anxiety had left her overwhelmed and questioning her own potential. Her diagnosis marked a turning point. She immersed herself in understanding ADHD and, in doing so, discovered something even more transformative: a spiritual perspective on what it means to be human. Through this lens, Juliet was able to release limiting identities shaped by five decades of misunderstanding herself. She learned how to navigate emotions—like anxiety—with greater ease. She has two-years training in counselling and now has an established coaching practice supporting adults. Blending practical strategies with grounded spirituality, Juliet helps her clients find clarity, inner peace, and the confidence to live their life with purpose to reach their full potential and thrive with ADHD. Connect with the Show Get in touch to see how I can help you! https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/

  8. Sep 10

    How the Natural Planning Model can help you PLAN with an ADHD mind!

    Get in touch to see how I can help you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this episode of Gifted With ADHD, Juliet outlines the Natural Planning Model, created by Dave Allen, The Productivity Guru. Juliet explores what the model states, and how it can be used by ADHDers to help them plan! Sometimes planning an event, your workflow, or your day can seem overwhelming. The Natural Planning Model aims to break this down into manageable chunks, so you can tackle life a bit at a time! Visit Dave Allen's website to learn more - https://gettingthingsdone.com/ ABOUT THE HOST: Juliet was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 50, after a lifetime of believing she was fundamentally flawed—without realising there was a biological explanation behind her struggles. Years of executive dysfunction, perimenopause, and rising anxiety had left her overwhelmed and questioning her own potential. Her diagnosis marked a turning point. She immersed herself in understanding ADHD and, in doing so, discovered something even more transformative: a spiritual perspective on what it means to be human. Through this lens, Juliet was able to release limiting identities shaped by five decades of misunderstanding herself. She learned how to navigate emotions—like anxiety—with greater ease. She has two-years training in counselling and now has an established coaching practice supporting adults. Blending practical strategies with grounded spirituality, Juliet helps her clients find clarity, inner peace, and the confidence to live their life with purpose to reach their full potential and thrive with ADHD.

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Gifted with ADHD is the podcast for you if you’ve ever struggled with how ADHD has shaped how you see yourself, your confidence, your sense of purpose, or your ability to fulfil your potential. This space is here to offer fresh insight, compassion, and practical tools you can actually use. Whether you’re seeking peace, clarity, or a deeper sense of self, you’ll find new perspectives, meaningful reflections, and those lightbulb moments where things finally click. This podcast explores adult ADHD through a strengths-based approach, alongside a big-picture spiritual understanding of life, recognising the remarkable capacity, creativity, and gifts of the ADHD brain. Hosted by a UK-based, Certified ADHD coach, each episode shares coaching tools and grounded perspectives that support a more meaningful, purpose-led life, without the fluff. It’s a down-to-earth approach designed to help calm your nervous system, break free from limiting identities, and reconnect with who you truly are beneath the noise. This is about living lighter. More freely. And finally feeling at home in your own mind.

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  • Creator
    Juliet O'Rourke
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    62
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Gifted with ADHD

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