032: Unmasking ADHD: Dance, Coaching, and Finding Your True Self with Katie-Marie Lynch

In this episode of ADHD Goals, host Laurence welcomes ADHD coach trainee Katie-Marie Lynch. They discuss Katie’s recent experiences with dance as a hyperfocus activity and how it relates to her ADHD. Katie shares her late diagnosis journey, coaching approach, and the importance of finding personally stimulating and enjoyable activities. They delve into the nuances of ADHD, particularly how it manifests differently in women, and the challenges of getting diagnosed. Katie also talks about the right to choose in the NHS for ADHD assessments and shares practical advice for workplace support through access to work. The episode highlights Katie’s mission to help others through her glitter-themed coaching business, Glitter in the Grey, and her upcoming resources and talks designed to support individuals with neurodivergence in their professional lives. Glitter in The Grey Website: https://glitterinthegrey.org/ 00:00 Introduction and Special Guest 00:48 Katie's Busy Week and Tap Dancing 01:30 Exercise and ADHD 04:58 Katie's ADHD Journey 06:57 Challenges in Getting Diagnosed 18:47 The Right to Choose Pathway 25:34 Challenges in ADHD Diagnosis for Females 27:34 Understanding ADHD Beyond Stereotypes 28:02 Internalised Hyperactivity and Diagnostic Criteria 28:41 Personal Experiences with ADHD 29:30 Navigating Conversations with ADHD 32:27 Coaching and Support for ADHD 35:19 Access to Work: A Hidden Gem 39:18 Glitter in the Gray: Embracing Neurodiversity 40:29 Dopamine Dressing and Self-Expression 44:11 Future Plans and Resources 46:02 Encouragement for Job Seekers 52:23 Conclusion and Farewell 53:04 Outro to the ADHD Goals Podcast Need Help with your ADHD? Visit my website:⁠ ⁠https://adhdgoals.co/⁠⁠ Want me to be your ADHD Coach? ⁠Book a FREE call intro call⁠

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