Hacking Your ADHD Late Diagnosis and Letting Go with H.H. Rune
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Jun 2, 2025 H.H. Rune, a Pacific Northwest author, discusses her late ADHD diagnosis at 52, transforming years of confusion into self-acceptance. She candidly explores the emotional processing involved, comparing it to the five stages of grief. Rune reflects on how ADHD has influenced her creative journey, turning challenges into inspiration. Listeners will gain insights on celebrating curiosity over shame and the importance of community and tools to support productivity. This conversation highlights the nuanced relationship between identity, creativity, and neurodivergence.
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Late ADHD Diagnosis Story
- H.H. Rune was diagnosed with ADHD at age 52 after decades of joking about having it.
- Her diagnosis came after recognizing symptoms through TikTok videos and discussing them with her doctor.
Grieving a Late Diagnosis
- Receiving a late ADHD diagnosis can feel like grieving the life you could have had.
- Acceptance comes from reshaping how you view yourself and your relationships.
Medication and Accountability Aid Tasks
- When struggling with tasks like accounting, H.H. Rune takes medication to complete them efficiently.
- She co-works with author friends for accountability to avoid time-wasting when working alone.