ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast

** All details of how to sign up for my brand-new, groundbreaking ADHD Women's Wellbeing Hormone Series are now on my website**Do you feel your nervous system is constantly heightened and dysregulated? Perhaps the feeling of hypervigilance, anxiety and not being able to settle? This is a prevalent theme I hear from many of us with ADHD - myself included. In this week’s episode, I chat with Lisa Ryan, an experienced trauma-informed physiotherapist and somatic therapy practitioner. Lisa supports individuals (many with ADHD) who experience persistent (chronic) pain and health issues such as fibromyalgia, long COVID, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), unexplained physical symptoms, burnout, tension headaches/migraines, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and many more. Lisa’s mission is simple - to help people find freedom from pain and troublesome symptoms, live well and thrive.During today's episode, Lisa and I talk about:ADHD masking and its impact on the nervous systemCreating more safety in our bodyHow to move trauma through your body How our busy society and little downtime contribute to a heightened nervous systemWhy chronic pain, CFS and fibromyalgia is connected to high levels of stress and trauma in our nervous systemIncorporating fun movement, nature, grounding and joy to settle and nurture the nervous systemSelf-holding, self-soothing and using different parts of our body to calm and regulate The basic needs of the nervous system and how to meet them ADHD and HypervigilanceTo connect with Lisa, head to her website, www.lisaryanphysiotherapy.com or connect on Instagram,Thanks to Loop earplugs for offering 15% off for all podcast listeners. Click here and put in the code LOOPXWW for the discount.If you find this podcast a helpful resource and you'd like to see it continue to grow with more guests, solo episodes and further information, I'd love it if you could show your appreciation via this gratitude link. As The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast is entirely self-funded and self-produced with some amazing editing by my editor, Faith - it does take a lot of time, effort, love, hard work and money to ensure a weekly episode comes to you every Thursday. I'd love to bring this podcast to you full of integrity and advert-free to ensure you get the most authentic conversation without listening to adverts you may not be interested in. By showing your appreciation through this link, I can continue to bring you the most up-to-date and relevant information I can and keep helping so many of you. Any support is gratefully received and goes to helping our incredible community become more supported, empowered and educated.https://the-adhd-womens-wellbe.captivate.fm/supportIf you enjoy the podcast, why not join Kate's ADHD Women's Wellbeing Collective, where you can access monthly live workshops, exclusive audio content and new resources specifically for the membership? I'd love to see you in this fantastic, like-minded community! Click here for all details.Kate Moryoussef is a women’s ADHD Lifestyle & Wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner helping overwhelmed yet unfulfilled (many with ADHD like her) women find more calm, balance, health, compassion, creativity and clarity in their lives. Have a look at some of Kate's workshops and free resources here.Follow the podcast on Instagram hereFollow Kate on Instagram hereHave a read of Kate’s articles in ADDitude magazine hereMentioned in this episode:Gratitude link

** All details of how to sign up for my brand-new, groundbreaking ADHD Women's Wellbeing Hormone Series are now on my website**In today's bonus episode and after the BBC's Panorama ADHD clinics programme this week, I wanted to share as much practical and up-to-date information from Vicki George, a clinical specialist nurse, independent nurse prescriber and founder of The ADHD Nurse.Who can diagnose ADHD?How Vicki works as an ADHD clinical and prescriber nurseThe ADHD diagnosis process and the frustration with the NHS waiting listsWhat happens to us with medication and titration after an ADHDThe referral and assessment processGaslighting ourselves with ADHDFears around medication The support we can access from the NHS and privatelyRed flags to look out for if we're questioning an ADHD diagnosis.If you find this podcast a helpful resource and you'd like to see it continue to grow with more guests, solo episodes and further information, I'd love it if you could show your appreciation via this gratitude link. As The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast is entirely self-funded and self-produced with some amazing editing by my editor, Faith - it does take a lot of time, effort, love, hard work and money to ensure a weekly episode comes to you every Thursday. I'd love to bring this podcast to you full of integrity and advert-free to ensure you get the most authentic conversation without listening to adverts you may not be interested in. By showing your appreciation through this link, I can continue to bring you the most up-to-date and relevant information I can and keep helping so many of you. Any support is gratefully received and goes to helping our incredible community become more supported, empowered and educated.https://the-adhd-womens-wellbe.captivate.fm/supportI liked this response from The ADHD Foundation further to the BBC documentary if you're looking for more help. Contact Vicki by email here: vicki@theadhdnurse.co.uk or follow her on Instagram hereIf you enjoy the podcast, why not join Kate's ADHD Women's Wellbeing Collective, where you can access monthly live workshops, exclusive content and new resources specifically for the membership? Click here for all details.Kate Moryoussef is a women’s ADHD Lifestyle & Wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner helping overwhelmed yet unfulfilled ADHD women find more calm, balance, health, compassion, creativity and clarity. Have a look at some of Kate's workshops and free resources here.Download Kate's audio course and private podcast, Calmer Days here.Follow the podcast on Instagram hereFollow Kate on Instagram hereHave a read of Kate’s articles in ADDitude magazine hereMentioned in this episode:Gratitude link

** All details of how to sign up for my brand-new, groundbreaking ADHD Women's Wellbeing Hormone Series are now on my website**ADHD and alcohol addiction...This week’s guest is Faye Lawrence. Faye founded Untoxicated, Australia’s largest alcohol-free social community with around 10,000 members. Having been a heavy but high-functioning drinker since her teens, she wound up in inpatient detox in late 2017 after the wheels fell off. Determined not to let her sobriety ruin her social life, Untoxicated was born. Faye was recently diagnosed with ADHD (combined type) at the ripe old age of 48, and is passionate about creating awareness about the strong link between ADHD and alcohol dependence, hoping it might help reduce similar pitfalls for other women.Faye is a TEDx speaker, co-author, has been featured widely across media and advocates to normalise living alcohol-free and reduce the stigma around addiction.During this episode, Kate and Faye discuss:ADHD and addiction connections Struggling with Alcohol use Family addiction patternsFamily compassion with the understanding of neurodiversityADHD screening in treatment centres Social anxiety and drinkingThe clarity post ADHD diagnosisWhy ADHD can make you more susceptible to addiction Socialising post recoveryHow Faye is finding ADHD medication How to look at your own drinking habits If you find this podcast a helpful resource and you'd like to see it continue to grow with more guests, solo episodes and further information, I'd love it if you could show your appreciation via this gratitude link. As The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast is entirely self-funded and self-produced with some amazing editing by my editor, Faith - it does take a lot of time, effort, love, hard work and money to ensure a weekly episode comes to you every Thursday. I'd love to bring this podcast to you full of integrity and advert-free to ensure you get the most authentic conversation without listening to adverts you may not be interested in. By showing your appreciation through this link, I can continue to bring you the most up-to-date and relevant information I can and keep helping so many of you. Any support is gratefully received and goes to helping our incredible community become more supported, empowered and educated.https://the-adhd-womens-wellbe.captivate.fm/supportIf you enjoy the podcast, why not join Kate's ADHD Women's Wellbeing Collective, where you can access monthly live workshops, exclusive content and new resources specifically for the membership? Click here for all details.Kate Moryoussef is a women’s ADHD Lifestyle & Wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner helping overwhelmed yet unfulfilled ADHD women find more calm, balance, health, compassion, creativity and clarity. Have a look at some of Kate's workshops and free resources here.Download Kate's audio course and private podcast, Calmer Days here.Follow the podcast on Instagram hereFollow Kate on Instagram hereHave a read of Kate’s articles in ADDitude magazine hereMentioned in this episode:Gratitude link

** All details of how to sign up for my brand-new, groundbreaking ADHD Women's Wellbeing Hormone Series are now on my website**This week's guest is Momina Salim, a certified Pediatric Functional Medicine Health Coach who supports frustrated parents of children diagnosed or suspected ADHD in addressing underlying root causes to improve their lifestyle, nutrition and health. How Momina's poor health led her to functional medicineWhat functional medicine is How functional medicine can help with ADHDHow to create nutrient-dense meals Easy ways to make healthier food choices that are ADHD and child-friendly Recognising the difficulty meeting your nutrition needs with ADHDHow to organise a meal plan for your family If you find this podcast a helpful resource and you'd like to see it continue to grow with more guests, solo episodes and further information, I'd love it if you could show your appreciation via this gratitude link. As The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast is entirely self-funded and self-produced with some amazing editing by my editor, Faith - it does take a lot of time, effort, love, hard work and money to ensure a weekly episode comes to you every Thursday. I'd love to bring this podcast to you full of integrity and advert-free to ensure you get the most authentic conversation without listening to adverts you may not be interested in. By showing your appreciation through this link, I can continue to bring you the most up-to-date and relevant information I can and keep helping so many of you. Any support is gratefully received and goes to helping our incredible community become more supported, empowered and educated.https://the-adhd-womens-wellbe.captivate.fm/supportFind out more about Momina's program, Overcoming ADHD Naturally, here. Click here to access Momina's copy of TOP 5 WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR CHILD’S HYPERACTIVITY IN A WEEKThanks to Loop earplugs for offering 15% off for all podcast listeners. Click here and put in the code LOOPXWW for the discount.Join Kate's (new look) ADHD Women's Wellbeing Collective hereKate Moryoussef is a women’s ADHD Lifestyle & Wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner helping overwhelmed yet unfulfilled (many with ADHD like her) women find more calm, balance, health, compassion, creativity and clarity in their lives. Have a look at some of Kate's workshops and free resources here.Follow the podcast on Instagram hereFollow Kate on Instagram hereHave a read of Kate’s articles in ADDitude magazine hereMentioned in this episode:Gratitude link

** All details of how to sign up for my brand-new, groundbreaking ADHD Women's Wellbeing Hormone Series are now on my website**We begin a new season of the podcast with the incredible Leanne Maskell. Leanne is an ADHD coach, author, and activist, having presented to the World Health Organization on improving global access to support for ADHD. Previously working in mental health and disability law, Leanne set up ADHD Works to empower as many people as possible to learn how to make ADHD work for them through courses, talks, and coaching. After being diagnosed with ADHD aged 25, Leanne published three books, including ‘ADHD: an A to Z’.During today's conversation, Kate and Leanne talk aboutAdvocating for adjustments in the workplaceMasking ADHD in the workplaceTalking about your ADHD diagnosis at workReasonable diversity adjustments, training and policies in the workplaceCorporate neurodiversityCelebrating achievements alongside RSDKnowing our rights within the workplaceLeanne's books, coaching and coursesBurnout and our ADHD brainsAdvocacy and our sense of social justice How Leanne changed her relationship with social media The power of ADHD coachingIf you find this podcast a helpful resource and you'd like to see it continue to grow with more guests, solo episodes and further information, I'd love it if you could show your appreciation via this gratitude link. As The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast is entirely self-funded and self-produced with some fantastic editing by my editor, Faith - it does take a lot of time, effort, love, hard work and money to ensure a weekly episode comes to you every Thursday. I'd love to bring this podcast to you full of integrity and advert-free to ensure you get the most authentic conversation without listening to adverts you may not be interested in. By showing your appreciation through this link, I can continue to bring you the most up-to-date and relevant information I can and keep helping so many of you. Any support is gratefully received and goes to helping our incredible community become more supported, empowered and educated.https://the-adhd-womens-wellbe.captivate.fm/supportKate Moryoussef is a women’s ADHD Lifestyle & Wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner helping overwhelmed yet unfulfilled ADHD women find more calm, balance, energy, health, compassion, creativity and clarity in their lives. Join Kate's ADHD Women's Wellbeing Collective here.Have a look at some of Kate's free resources here.Follow the podcast on Instagram hereFollow Kate on Instagram hereHave a read of Kate’s articles in ADDitude magazine hereMentioned in this episode:Gratitude link

Welcome back to a new series of The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast. In this intro solo episode before the official start of the series on Thursday, I wanted to share my insights from taking some time out.With ADHD, we can find it difficult to stop, slow down, pause, rest and breathe.Very often, we only stop when an external factor stops us. Maybe that’s an injury, illness, ill family member, work crisis or even a pandemic!Our ADHD nervous system has been fine-tuned to keep running on high alert, despite feeling fraught and exhausted most of the time.But with awareness of ADHD comes power. Power to prevent. Power to see what we haven’t been able to understand before. Burnout cycles we thought were because we couldn’t keep up. Always more to do, be, produce, create and show. Never enough. Never on top of things. I must keep doing more. And then what? We break down, we collapse and we burn out and we’re no good to anyone. And then the cycle of shame happens.I took a break and for the first time, I didn’t feel guilty. I knew I deserved this break. I was worthy of relaxing and restoring. I knew that this was in the best interest of everyone around me, including my clients, family and friends. It was needed and it was wonderful. I felt rejuvenated and re-energised—no guilt or fear of judgement.In this solo episode (guest episode returning on Thursday) I talk about how to find a break if you can’t escape for a few days. I call them micro pauses that we can all do and become more intentional about every day. I am actively retraining myself to find more time to breathe, pause and recalibrate every day so I can show up for my family and my work - both of which are hugely important to me. Not only this, but also for my mental health, mood regulation, anxiety, nervous system and physical health (my back). I’m finally ready to prioritise this and invite you to do the same.I also talk about ADHD, women's health and hormones and will be talking about this more in the next few months. Watch this space for a new project that I'm working on.Kate Moryoussef is a women’s ADHD Lifestyle & Wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner helping overwhelmed yet unfulfilled ADHD women find more calm, balance, energy, health, compassion, creativity and clarity in their lives. Join Kate's ADHD Women's Wellbeing Collective here.Have a look at some of Kate's free resources here.Follow the podcast on Instagram hereFollow Kate on Instagram hereHave a read of Kate’s articles in ADDitude magazine hereMentioned in this episode:Gratitude link

We can spend so much time focusing on our weaknesses yet by reframing our ADHD challenges and characteristics, we get to see how many unique strengths we have. Watch out and be prepared to be inspired - our brains are brilliant!I hope this second excerpt snippet from my recent 'Tapping into Your ADHD Gold' workshop may help you move from fear to freedom.During today's episode, I talk about:We're not in the dark and can be resourcefulResilienceProcessing our diagnosis and choosing to rewrite our storiesUsing our expansive energy in an aligned way Using our feminine power to make inner and outer changeCelebrating a non-linear processChoosing passion, ease, joy, uniqueness, curiosity, simplicityConnecting with like-minded peopleDo things your own way to make things workLeading your own way and celebrating your uniquenessBeing intentional with our authenticity, integrity and life purposeSuccess comes from authentic alignment with our everyday choices.If you'd like to buy the full 'Tapping into Your ADHD Gold' workshop, you can purchase it here.And if you're interested in joining my new six-month ADHD Spirtualpreneur Space, beginning at the start of May, click here.Join Kate's ADHD Women's Wellbeing Collective here.Kate Moryoussef is a women’s ADHD Lifestyle & Wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner helping overwhelmed yet unfulfilled (many with ADHD like her) women find more calm, balance, health, compassion, creativity and clarity in their lives. Have a look at some of Kate's free resources here.Follow the podcast on Instagram hereFollow Kate on Instagram hereHave a read of Kate’s articles in ADDitude magazine hereMentioned in this episode:Gratitude link

Are you sick of talking about changing your life yet not actually doing anything about it? Perhaps you're in a constant state of overwhelm and you don't know where to begin? Maybe you've been recently diagnosed with ADHD and know this could be the beginning of writing a new chapter in your life? Are you ready to make some significant life changes? If so, this excerpt from my recent workshop could be exactly what you need!Stepping into our desires is scary, especially when navigating a new understanding of brains. I hope this 15 min snippet from my recent 'Tapping into Your ADHD Gold' workshop may help you move from fear and frustration to freedom and flourishing.During today's episode, I talk about:Unpacking the nervous system and fearFeelings of fear of the bodyBlocking successScarcity mentalityHow our brain keeps us safe by not stepping into our desires/serviceHow we hold ourselves backReframing what we want to offerMaking money while being in our purposeProtecting ourselves from old stories and beliefsCracking ourselves open, feeling fear and stepping out of our comfort zoneFailure and using it as our lessonResilienceIf you'd like to buy the full 'Tapping into Your ADHD Gold' workshop, you can purchase it here.And if you're interested in joining my new six-month ADHD Spirtualpreneur Space, beginning at the start of May, click here.Join Kate's ADHD Women's Wellbeing Collective here.Kate Moryoussef is a women’s ADHD Lifestyle & Wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner helping overwhelmed yet unfulfilled (many with ADHD like her) women find more calm, balance, health, compassion, creativity and clarity in their lives. Have a look at some of Kate's free resources here.Follow the podcast on Instagram hereFollow Kate on Instagram hereHave a read of Kate’s articles in ADDitude magazine hereMentioned in this episode:Gratitude link

Digesting a late-in-life ADHD diagnosis can feel overwhelming and sad, yet this week's guest was also processing grief after losing her husband.Today's guest is Stacey Heale, a freelance writer, soon-to-be author, academic and curator who explores the topic of grief and how we deal with it. Stacey had a late-stage ADHD diagnosis at 42, just after her husband died, and was in deep grief.During this week's conversation, Stacey and Kate talk about:Stacey's story about losing her late husband to bowel cancerDealing with grief Stacey's ADHD realisation whilst deep in griefStacey's ADHD diagnosis process Unpacking life after an ADHD diagnosis while grieving Putting the pieces together post-diagnosis The reality of marriage and the loss of a partner Dealing all the admin post-death with ADHD Stacey's new book - all that we don't talk about Big thanks to our new sponsor, The Herbtender. To order a free trial of The Herbtender products, here are the links:To receive 20 per cent off The Herbtender products, head here and use code: KATEMORE20Join Kate's (new look) ADHD Women's Wellbeing Collective hereKate Moryoussef is a women’s ADHD Lifestyle & Wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner helping overwhelmed yet unfulfilled (many with ADHD like her) women find more calm, balance, health, compassion, creativity and clarity in their lives. Have a look at some of Kate's free resources here.Follow the podcast on Instagram hereFollow Kate on Instagram hereHave a read of Kate’s articles in ADDitude magazine hereIf you or someone close to you is struggling with their mental health and would like to seek some help, please do contact the following helplines and charities;Samaritans - 116 123Papyrus - 0800 068 4141MindCALM - 0800 58 58 58SPUK - 0800 689 5652The listening place - 020 3906 7676Maytree - 020 7263 7070Mentioned in this episode:Gratitude link

Did you know that we can create new neural pathways using neuroplasticity by activating a part of the brain called the cerebellum? By enhancing this part of our brain - over the pre-frontal cortex - we can ease and lessen our ADHD symptoms and create a more effortless daily life.This week's guest is Wynford Dore, an entrepreneur on a mission to change the lives of one million children. Wynford is the founder of Zing Brain Development programmes, the owner of Arnold Lodge School and also formed Educational Development International plc. For the last 20 years Wynford has focused on changing the world, one brain at a time. He's funded many research projects and now works with the leading academics to determine the best solutions that successfully accelerate and develop learning in the brain - which finds our hidden potential and increases mental capacity…. including creating greater, stronger emotional regulation. During today's conversation, Kate and Wynford talked about:Wynford's personal story about his daughterWhat is the cerebellum and why is it so important to neurodivergenceHow can we stimulate and activate the cerebellumStepping out of our thinking brain, the pre-frontal cortex and executive thinking and using the cerebellum moreCreating new neural pathways and plasticity to enhance the cerebellumWynford's Zing programme to help people activate their cerebellumActivities and ways to help activate the cerebellumYou can find Wynford on Instagram at @zingperformance and access his FREE anxiety resources here or take the ADHD assessment here. Big thanks to our new sponsor, The Herbtender. To order a free trial of The Herbtender products, here are the links:To receive 20 per cent off The Herbtender products, head here and use code: KATEMORE20Join Kate's (new look) ADHD Women's Wellbeing Collective hereKate Moryoussef is a women’s ADHD Lifestyle & Wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner helping overwhelmed yet unfulfilled (many with ADHD like her) women find more calm, balance, health, compassion, creativity and clarity in their lives. Have a look at some of Kate's free resources here.Follow the podcast on Instagram hereFollow Kate on Instagram hereHave a read of Kate’s articles in ADDitude magazine hereIf you or someone close to you is struggling with their mental health and would like to seek some help, please do contact the following helplines and charities;Samaritans - 116 123Papyrus - 0800 068 4141MindCALM - 0800 58 58 58SPUK - 0800 689 5652The listening place - 020 3906 7676Maytree - 020 7263 7070Mentioned in this episode:Gratitude link