ADHD Chatter ADHD Business Coach: How To Start A Burnout-Proof Business - Amanda Perry | Ep.14
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Jun 19, 2023 Business coach Amanda Perry discusses her ADHD journey and how it influenced her approach to entrepreneurship. Topics include early ADHD memories, the impact of ADHD on business success, tips for founders with ADHD, and the challenges of masking. Follow Amanda on Instagram and visit her website for more insights.
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Early ADHD Memories
- Amanda Perry recalls early ADHD memories like impulsively stealing sweets as a child, knowing it was wrong but unable to stop.
- This impulsivity continued into her teens and adulthood, manifesting in various behaviors like overeating and obsessive tendencies.
School Reports and Misdiagnosis
- Amanda's childhood school reports revealed her struggles with focus and impulsivity, highlighting missed opportunities for early diagnosis and support.
- She recalls being misdiagnosed with depression at 11 for her intense emotional response to the Zeebrugge ferry disaster, now recognizing it as ADHD-related empathy.
Path to Diagnosis
- Amanda's ADHD diagnosis journey began with a friend's similar diagnosis, leading her to recognize her own traits through increased online content exposure.
- She initially resisted a formal diagnosis, wanting to avoid medication but ultimately found validation and motivation for change in the official confirmation.