ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast Building your ADHD Scaffolding and Rediscovering Your Authenticity
Jun 8, 2025
Angela Raspass, a self-leadership coach diagnosed with ADHD at 53, shares her transformative journey. She discusses the emotional challenges of accepting a late ADHD diagnosis and the impact it has on self-understanding. The conversation explores real-world strategies for managing impulsivity and setting effective boundaries. Angela emphasizes the importance of small habits, strong relationships, and the power of self-acceptance in fostering emotional well-being, encouraging listeners to embrace their authentic selves and strengths.
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Late ADHD Diagnosis Journey
- Angela Raspass was diagnosed with ADHD at age 53, after decades of struggling without self-knowledge.
- She describes emotional phases: surprise, relief, anger, sadness, acceptance, then adjustment to thrive.
Utilize Support Systems
- Seek help through coaching and therapy to process grief, anger, and acceptance after diagnosis.
- Connection to a supportive community and intentional self-care can heal poor self-image caused by ADHD.
Diagnosis and Medication Impact
- Angela's diagnosis process started with a friend's suggestion and her daughter's diagnosis.
- Medication calmed her racing thoughts, improving focus and reducing impulsivity, significantly impacting her business and self-image.
