Episode 1: My Journey: Embracing Neurodiversity as a Late-Diagnosed Mom

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Timestamps:

• [00:00] Introduction to my neurodivergent journey
• [03:10] The impact of my late diagnosis
• [08:45] How embracing neurodiversity transformed my approach to motherhood

Episode Introduction:

In this episode of Neurodivergent Mom Life: Unfiltered and Unstoppable, I’m sharing my personal story of discovering and embracing my neurodivergence. As a late-diagnosed mom with both ADHD and autism, I’ve faced challenges and breakthroughs along the way. This episode is about how I found my footing, learned to embrace who I truly am, and used that journey to inform how I parent my neurodivergent children. Join me as I dive deep into what this path has meant for me.

Main Topics Covered:

1. Late Diagnosis and Its Impact [00:00]
   I talk about the emotional process of receiving my ADHD and autism diagnosis later in life and how that shaped my sense of identity.
2. Discovering Neurodivergent Strengths [03:10]
   How my neurodivergence has shaped my strengths as a mother, and how I use these strengths to navigate the ups and downs of parenting.
3. How Embracing Neurodiversity Changed My Life [08:45]
   I reflect on how accepting my neurodivergent identity has brought more balance and clarity to both my life and motherhood.

PROMO:

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Topic Recaps:

• The power of self-discovery and late diagnosis.
• Neurodivergence has unique strengths that can make us better parents.
• Embracing your true self leads to more authenticity in motherhood.