In this fun yet emotional and empowering episode I'm joined by the wonderful Kristen Carder - renowned ADHD coach, educator and host of the top-rated I Have ADHD podcast. Together, we explore the emotional realities of living with ADHD, rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD), and the often overwhelming experience of parenting with ADHD.
If you've ever asked yourself, “Why do I take things so personally?” or “Why is parenting so hard for me?”, this episode is a must-listen.
Kristen shares her journey of being diagnosed with ADHD at age 21, and how that early diagnosis, along with the right support, changed the trajectory of her life. Whilst I open up about my late ADHD diagnosis in my 50s and how it brought clarity and healing after years of self-doubt and masking.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- The signs and symptoms of ADHD in women and why they’re so often missed
- How rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) shows up in everyday life
- The emotional challenges of parenting with ADHD and why our children can be powerful mirrors for our own healing
- Why RSD isn’t “just in your brain” and how it connects to years of internalised rejection and trauma
- Tools for emotional regulation and nervous system support
- How to stop self-blame and start practicing self-compassion and acceptance
- Practical tips to manage ADHD symptoms without shame or guilt
- Why therapy, coaching, and community are essential to healing
Whether you're navigating adult ADHD, supporting a loved one with neurodivergence, or parenting a child with ADHD, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, supported and empowered.
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