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On this podcast I talk about life with ADHD and any useful resources I am using to help me be at my best. I’ll talk about mindset, meditation, manifestation and any spiritual and holistic tools that may help you live your life by design not by default.
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Could it be ADHD? My diagnosis journey as a 41 year old female who always thought my impulsivity was my quirk, and my anxiety because I was a bit broken. Could it be ADHD? Could all those red flags actually mean I’m ’normal’ for my brain type? I’ve documented the journey. The thoughts, the feelings and the fears. The meltdown and panic attack the day after the diagnosis. Each week I delve into another late-diagnosed journey to share all lived experiences and fight the ADHD stereotype. I also ...
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Nicola Cheetham is a fellow late diagnosed ADHDer and Advocate who received her diagnosis when she was 50. Nicola has grown a large following on Tik Tok and is dedicated to helpng people access a diagnosis through the right to choose pathway to avoid lengthy wait times and to empower people to advocate for them themselves. This is such a juicy epis…
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In this episode, we dive into a topic that so many of us with ADHD can relate to—feeling stuck. If you’ve been in that frustrating space where you want more from your life or business but can’t seem to move forward, this one’s for you. I’m breaking down the hidden reasons behind that stuckness and sharing insights on how to break free. Spoiler: it’…
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Wes Woodson is an incredible human, public speaker and mental health advocate making a difference to the lives of teenagers up and down the US touring Universities and Colleges. Through his talks and workshops fighting the stigma and giving children the tools to manage their mental health. In this episode we talk about: Wes’s experience at Primary …
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In this episode of ADHD & Alchemy, host Paula Hirst explores the positive traits of ADHD, shifting focus from the challenges to the strengths. In honor of ADHD Awareness Month, Paula shares how ADHD has empowered her to take risks, follow her intuition, and cultivate a unique entrepreneurial mindset. Drawing from personal experience and insights fr…
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Meredith Carder is an ADHD Coach, creator and writer with a BS in psychology and MBA. As a true multi-passionate adult with ADHD, Meredith has gained considerable experience over the last 20 years working in employee training and development, as well as successfully running several small businesses culminating in a huge following on social media. M…
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In this week's episode of ADHD & Alchemy, your host Paula Hirst gets real and personal as she dives into how ADHD shows up in her life at 47. From struggles with focus and disorganisation to impulsivity and emotional challenges, Paula shares the ways ADHD impacts her day-to-day and how she navigates those experiences. She covers everything from zon…
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Helen Dewdney is a well-known journalist and consumer champion who regular features in the media on programs like Sky, ITV News, Rip Off Britain and Alexis and Friends, giving her advice and expertise on consumer matters. Over the years it became clear to her colleagues that she was Neurodivergent, unbeknown to her! Until one day it all clicked. I …
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A friend said that the first part of your ADHD diagnosis is filing through memories and past life experiences and making sense of things. And this was an example of something that popped into my head this week. I get SO sad when I can't have the things I want. And that sounds like a spoilt brat right? But I don't have many other ways to describe it…
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In this week’s episode of ADHD and Alchemy, host Paula Hirst dives deep into the complex and often emotional topic of money. Paula explores how our thoughts and beliefs about money can create patterns that keep us stuck in financial cycles, both positive and negative. She discusses how deeply ingrained money beliefs formed in childhood can manifest…
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Louise Harman is a no BS copy and messaging coach and business friend who is on the pathway for an ADHD diagnosis. With 200K people on the wait list in the UK I’m a firm believer that we should feel empowered to start exploring those ADHD realisations while we wait in limbo, and so this conversation is really important to share with you all so you …
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Okay - I did a couple of experiments. To see how these things would feel. Whether this is unmasking or not, it felt great and I'm going to continue to lean into those feelings! A very honest episode I hope you enjoy it and it inspires you in some way to lean into those things you've told yourself you can't do because society frowns upon it. On your…
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In this episode of ADHD & Alchemy, Paula Hirst is joined by ADHD coach Chelsey Summers to discuss the world of ADHD coaching, how it can benefit women, and the common challenges faced by those with ADHD, especially when balancing careers, motherhood, and daily life. Chelsey shares her personal journey from being diagnosed with ADHD in grad school t…
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Heidi helps families get the education their children deserve. Sunday Times Bestseller of ‘Your Child Is Not Broken’, advocate and speaker, Heidi was someone I’ve been wanting to talk to and I’m super thankful our mutual friend put me in contact. (Just a quick one! Please do follow and rate the podcast. I’m getting lovely messages from people that …
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In this episode of ADHD & Alchemy, Paula dives into the transformative power of self-compassion for women with ADHD. We often hold ourselves to impossible standards and feel overwhelmed by our struggles with time management, forgetfulness, and emotional regulation. But what if we approached ourselves with the same kindness we show others? Paula sha…
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There is nothing worse than someone telling me they never would have said I was ADHD. Because I know they have stereotypical views on ADHD. And now I have to 'justify' my diagnosis to them. And explain why I'm ADHD. And I'm pretty sure they switch off when I start monologuing about it. So they still don't understand and come to the conclusion that …
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Paula Hirst helps neurodivergent women overcome their business roadblocks (aka Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria!) and as a late diagnosed ADHDer herself it was a pleasure to have her on to share her story. If you have neurodivergent children then this might sound unsurprisingly similar to your own story! I had a lovely chat with Paula including: How h…
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In this episode of ADHD and Alchemy, Paula dives into the transformative power of becoming the person who has what you desire—before you actually have it. Manifestation isn’t just about thinking positive thoughts; it's about embodying the mindset, actions, and energy of your future self today. Paula shares her journey with this concept, discussing …
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It was such a privilege to have Michaela Thomas on the podcast this week. A respected Senior Clinical Psychologist Michaela runs her own practice and was diagnosed with ADHD just over a year ago. Talking to Micheala was so refreshing as she is utterly authentic and openly shares about her experience with ADHD and throughout the podcast we kept comi…
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In this week’s episode of ADHD & Alchemy, Paula dives into the powerful concept of behavioural patterns and how they shape our lives. We all experience recurring behaviors and thought patterns that keep showing up, often unconsciously. Paula explores why these patterns exist, how they develop, and most importantly, how to influence and change them …
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Lauren is ADHD and her children are ADHD. This blows my mind a little as I can only begin to imagine what it must be like to parent as an ADHDer in an ADHD household! But Lauren seems to have cracked it (not perfectly because you know – none of us are!) She uses a framework called Gentle Parenting and now runs a membership and coaching as support f…
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In this special episode I invite my first guest, Miche, the owner of Moonkin Apothecary, to share her wisdom on manifesting with the moon and using crystals for energy work. Miche offers a deep dive into how the lunar cycle affects manifestation, how to release blocks during the full moon, and the role crystals play in helping us stay aligned and c…
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Maddy is an inspiration to the Neurodivergent community. Having tried and tested a few business ideas (haven’t we all!) Maddy has now found her love and passion that works alongside and with her ADHD. Maddy shares her (twice!) diagnosed ADHD story about how she came to be in 40K worth of debt, running from the bailiffs, and shares some of her sadde…
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In this episode I dive into the essential connection between self-worth, self-love, and Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD). I explore how your sense of self-worth shapes every aspect of your life and how cultivating self-love is key to embracing your inherent value. I also share personal stories, including my recent tattoo that symbolises my jou…
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I'm doing a lot of research lately on the ADHD brain and the things they've discovered from brain scans. This was one of the most fascinating things I've learned and I don't hear about it a lot so I wanted to share with you. This information was sourced from the book ADHD 2.0 written and researched by two Psychologists Edward Hallowell and John Rat…
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It was so much fun talking to Heather about her late diagnosis of Autism and ADHD. She rightly pointed out that we still don't talk about Autism enough online. With the rise of ADHD content creators, it's really important we keep shining a light on what Autism actually is to avoid the stigmas the people still have around it. We also talk about How …
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Inattentive ADHD can actually hurt! Research shows that ADHDers struggle more with motor control and balance. Pair that with distractability and accidents happen. Here’s my story of probably the most clumsy thing I’ve ever done which involved a hospital trip and my head being glued! Enjoyed this mini-episode? Amazing! Please go and follow the podca…
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This week's episode dives deep into a feeling that many of us experience – not feeling good enough. Inspired by a pattern I've noticed with my clients, we explore how this limiting belief can hold us back and how to overcome it. In this episode, we cover: Personal updates: My daughter's ADHD and autism diagnosis, our runaway cat adventure, and my t…
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Andrew Robinson is an ADHD therapist located in Missouri and very kindly agreed to come on the podcast to share his vast knowledge and personal experiences as an ADHDer. Although he wasn’t late diagnosed, early diagnosis of ADHD at age 6 still brought about its own challenges as you’ll find out in this episode. We talk about: How Andrew displayed t…
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Nicola has combined her personal fitness training experience with her counselling experience to mentor people as a mental fitness mentor. Nicola has BPD Borderline Personality Disorder (also known as EUPD Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder) and I have ADHD. I know from conversations I’ve had with other guests that sometimes these two disorde…
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In this episode, I’ll share why meditation is a must-have tool for anyone, especially those of us with ADHD. I’ll discuss the physiological and psychological benefits, what actually happens in your body and brain when you meditate, and how to make meditation a part of your daily routine. Plus, I’ll give you some personal stories and tips on how to …
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This episode is a re-record of last weeks episode which did not upload properly. Hope you enjoy it! In this episode, I delve into the daily practices that are transforming me and shifting my mindset. Drawing from personal experiences and routines, I share how these intentional practices can make a significant difference in your life too. Behind the…
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After my ADHD diagnosis I had a panic attack and wrote a long email to my clinician asking her to double check her notes and it was ‘okay if she’d got it wrong’I have never ever felt as strange and out of sorts as I did that day. That ‘Imposter Syndrome’ as I’m calling it about my diagnosis is still there and it does tend to rear it’s head now and …
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What do you do when you’re on the pathway to a diagnosis and you've already been told you have Bipolar? Join me as I chat to Rowan Williams from Pooch and Pineapple about her journey with ADHD. In this podcast we talk about: How social media has played a part in our lives in recognising ADHD How hormones feel like they’re playing a part in the late…
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Skin picking is often seen as a shameful, ugly and almost dirty thing to do. I know because I suffer from it myself. As someone with ADHD I think it comes down to some OCD type behaviours that I seem to have 'managed' to some extent.Of course you don't need to be neurodivergent to suffer with skin picking (also known as Dermatillomania). It can hap…
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"Harnessing the Power of Your Subconscious Mind: Understanding the Rules for Success" In this episode, I dive deep into the fascinating world of the subconscious mind and explore the rules that guide our thoughts, behaviors, and habits. Join me as I break down these rules and share how they influence our lives in profound ways. Understanding these …
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Peggy Cheyo joins me this week to talk about her late diagnosis journey which for many of us AFAB women really came to light after having children. I loved this conversation with Peggy as there were so many similarities with my own ADHD journey and it’s always re-assuring to know that we’re actually amazing parents, we just had additional complexit…
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In this weeks no frills snippet into my life and brain I delve into the horrible thoughts I’ve had this week that plan to stop me in my tracks and how I try to challenge them. It’s not easy with an ADHD brain to ignore the shouting so I share my quick little tip on how I attempt to move on.Av Sam Milburn
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The lovely Em from Auntie Em’s Kitchen came on the podcast to talk about her late diagnosis journey. Growing up as the only neurotypical child of 5 it probably should have been no surprise to Em that she was actually ADHD, but it was the diagnosis of Dyslexia that took her by surprise. Em is doing some amazing things including running her charity A…
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In this episode, I'm diving into the importance of reflection and harnessing a powerful vision to fuel our manifestations, especially as we reach the midpoint of the year. It's the perfect time to reflect on the past six months, acknowledge our achievements, and reignite our passions to finish the year strong. In This Episode, I Discuss: The signif…
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In this no frills mini episode I talk about how I get almost as much joy (if not more!) when researching and planning for a new hobby, than the actual hobby itself. And the one thing I do that helps me to make sure it’s a hobby I’ll have more motivation for and am more likely to follow through on. It’s never straight forward though and I think some…
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When Michelle spoke to a medical professional at age 27 to talk about suspected dyspraxia, she was told she couldn’t possibly have it as she had a masters in coaching psychology! Michelle has since been diagnosed with dyspraxia, dyscalculia and ADHD, and as a psychologist runs her own business ‘Find your Spark’ to raise awareness around ADHD throug…
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In this week's episode I dive into the essential role of emotions in the manifestation process. Discover how emotions act as the catalyst that kick-starts your manifestations and why having soul-aligned, authentic desires is crucial. In This Episode: The power of emotions in driving your manifestations. How authentic, soul-aligned desires create a …
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Today in our ADHD journey episode we’re talking to Emma about her ADHD & Dyslexia journey and how that’s shaped her life and business. Emma is a Clinical Hypnotherapist and Heart Healing Practitioner who is on the pathway to an ADHD diagnosis after her dyslexia diagnosis highlighted her ADHD traits. In this podcast we talk a lot about coming to ter…
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In this episode I dive into the topic of fear and how it acts as a significant barrier to achieving our goals. Drawing from personal experiences, I share how fear of public speaking and social anxiety once held me back, and how I managed to overcome these challenges. Learn about the natural role of fear, how it manifests both consciously and subcon…
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This is a mini episode that was inspired by talks that happened yesterday about accepting the feelings that come up when you realise you have ADHD, or when you get your diagnosis. It’s a funny old thing. And something I wish I’d had more support over. So I hope this little shot of support helps anyone that needs it today.…
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This week on Could it be ADHD? I spoke with the lovely Charlotte Mathers who shared her ADHD diagnosis journey. As a late-diagnosed ADHDer Charlotte came across ADHD when she discovered her son was ADHD – a very common occurrence! In fact the statistics online show a very high proportion of parents with ADHD are ADHD themselves leading to experts c…
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Rejection sensitive dysphoria is not a diagnosable disorder yet it shows up in many ADHDers. It can actually be quite debilitating - something that has stopped me from functioning seemingly 'normally' in the past and continues to be something that I work on as part of my ADHD. In this episode, I explain what rejection sensitive dysphoria is and how…
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In this week's episode of ADHD & Alchemy, I share an inspiring story of a major manifestation that recently came through. Join me as I delve into the journey of setting intentions, visualising, and navigating the process of moving to a new home. Learn how to tune into your inner GPS, overcome limiting beliefs, and follow your intuition to manifest …
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In this episode of 'Could it be ADHD?' I dive into a few of the ways that ADHD shows up for me as an adult and the steps you can take to start your pathway to a diagnosis if you feel that's the right course for you. ADHD shows up differently for everyone and I'm no expert which is why it's always best to start with a screening test with a professio…
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In this episode, we dive deep into the evolution of manifestation practices, exploring how my perspectives and techniques have shifted from purely spiritual to incorporating scientific insights. I reflect on personal experiences with manifestation, sharing valuable lessons learned and practical advice for intentional living. If you like this episod…
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