Episodi

  • The Hidden Cost of Masking: Why Blending In Leads to Burnout

    The Hidden Cost of Masking: Why Blending In Leads to Burnout
    Oct 27 2026
    In this episode of Gifted With ADHD, Juliet sits down with award-winning author and social entrepreneur Alex Winstanley to tackle the exhausting reality of ADHD masking. Diagnosed with ADHD in his late twenties, Alex shares how the constant pressure to "fit in" and pretend to be someone else takes a massive toll on neurodivergent individuals, often culminating in severe burnout. Moving away from the idea that neurodivergent people need to be "fixed," Alex and Juliet discuss why the true responsibility lies in proactively changing our environments. They explore how shifting the burden of inclusion to society—rather than waiting for individuals to break under the weight of masking—can create accessible spaces where everyone can thrive as their authentic selves. Alex also shares insights from his upcoming book, Do Disability Differently, and his vital work empowering disabled individuals through lived experience. About the Guest: Alex Winstanley Alex Winstanley is a relentless advocate for disability inclusion and the Managing Director and co-founder of Happy Smiles Training CIC, an award-winning, disabled-led social enterprise based in Wigan. Diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, Alex channels his lived experience into empowering disabled individuals and challenging social stigma. He is the author of a celebrated series of children's books, including My Grandma Has Dementia, and his newest release, Do Disability Differently, launches on December 3rd to coincide with the International Day of Disabled People. Connect with Alex: Website: https://www.happysmilestraining.co.uk/ Book: Do Disability Differently AND MORE... https://www.happysmilestraining.co.uk/books/
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    1 ora e 10 min
  • How to use the Tapping Technique to Calm Your ADHD Mind

    How to use the Tapping Technique to Calm Your ADHD Mind
    Oct 19 2026
    Get in touch to see how I can help you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this solo episode, Juliet explores those overwhelming days when the ADHD mind makes absolutely everything—from emails to forgotten messages—feel like an immediate crisis. This false sense of urgency can trigger intense anxiety, culminating in a very real, physical sensation of panic within the body. To combat this overwhelming state, the episode focuses on utilising the tapping technique to soothe the nervous system. By learning how to physically interrupt the cycle of panic, you can calm your body's stress response and safely step back from the chaos to regain control of your day. ABOUT THE HOST: Juliet was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 50, after a lifetime of believing she was fundamentally flawed—without realising there was a biological explanation behind her struggles. Years of executive dysfunction, perimenopause, and rising anxiety had left her overwhelmed and questioning her own potential. Her diagnosis marked a turning point. She immersed herself in understanding ADHD and, in doing so, discovered something even more transformative: a spiritual perspective on what it means to be human. Through this lens, Juliet was able to release limiting identities shaped by five decades of misunderstanding herself. She learned how to navigate emotions—like anxiety—with greater ease. She has two-years training in counselling and now has an established coaching practice supporting adults. Blending practical strategies with grounded spirituality, Juliet helps her clients find clarity, inner peace, and the confidence to live their life with purpose to reach their full potential and thrive with ADHD. Get in touch to see how I can help you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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    13 min
  • How to Calm Your Busy ADHD Brain

    How to Calm Your Busy ADHD Brain
    Oct 12 2026
    Get in touch to see how I can help you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this episode of Gifted With ADHD, Juliet sits down with Clare Downham, the "Queen of Calm," for a conversation about a profound paradigm shift. Juliet shares how discovering Clare's work served as the catalyst for transforming her mental health and finding an unexpected level of peace and freedom. Together, they discuss the danger of "masking"—comparing it to putting a smiley face sticker over a car's dashboard warning light so you don't have to look at it. They explore the intensity of ADHD emotions, reframing them not as obstacles standing in the way, but as essential indicators of our state of mind. By learning to actually feel and allow our emotions, we can stop them from causing havoc and use them as the key to unlock true transformation. ABOUT CLARE Clare Downham known as, the Queen of Calm is a life and business coach who helps driven, caring professionals and business owners move from overthinking and overwhelm to calm, clarity, and ease. Calm isn’t the goal, it’s the mechanism, the thing that makes better decisions, stronger relationships, and sustainable success possible. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/claredownhamcoach/ https://www.facebook.com/clare.downham New ebook - Find Your Way to Calm, Clarity and Ease https://www.claredownham.com/find-the-way-to-calm-clarity-and-ease or email clare@claredownham.com YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYwbP0ErVNe4Ne2r2q3hWxA?view_as=subscriber ABOUT THE HOST: Juliet was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 50, after a lifetime of believing she was fundamentally flawed—without realising there was a biological explanation behind her struggles. Years of executive dysfunction, perimenopause, and rising anxiety had left her overwhelmed and questioning her own potential. Her diagnosis marked a turning point. She immersed herself in understanding ADHD and, in doing so, discovered something even more transformative: a spiritual perspective on what it means to be human. Through this lens, Juliet was able to release limiting identities shaped by five decades of misunderstanding herself. She learned how to navigate emotions—like anxiety—with greater ease. She has two-years training in counselling and now has an established coaching practice supporting adults. Blending practical strategies with grounded spirituality, Juliet helps her clients find clarity, inner peace, and the confidence to live their life with purpose to reach their full potential and thrive with ADHD. Get in touch to see how I can help you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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    1 ora e 10 min
  • How To Release Your Negative Identities With The Mace Energy System

    How To Release Your Negative Identities With The Mace Energy System
    Oct 5 2026
    Get in touch to see how I can help you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this week's episode of Gifted With ADHD. Juliet continues her conversation with Helen Amery. This time, they go deep into the Mace energy system itself. From it's origins to it's growing recognition in the ADHD community. They both break down what is REALLY means and how you can use it to shift the negative identities that are affecting your everyday life. Connect With Helen Amery - ⁠⁠https://wildfigsolutions.co.uk/⁠⁠ Learn about the Mace energy method - ⁠⁠https://www.causisminstitute.com/about/mace-energy-method/⁠⁠ ABOUT THE HOST: Juliet was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 50, after a lifetime of believing she was fundamentally flawed—without realising there was a biological explanation behind her struggles. Years of executive dysfunction, perimenopause, and rising anxiety had left her overwhelmed and questioning her own potential. Her diagnosis marked a turning point. She immersed herself in understanding ADHD and, in doing so, discovered something even more transformative: a spiritual perspective on what it means to be human. Through this lens, Juliet was able to release limiting identities shaped by five decades of misunderstanding herself. She learned how to navigate emotions—like anxiety—with greater ease. She has two-years training in counselling and now has an established coaching practice supporting adults. Blending practical strategies with grounded spirituality, Juliet helps her clients find clarity, inner peace, and the confidence to live their life with purpose to reach their full potential and thrive with ADHD.
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    39 min
  • How to find a clear direction and purpose with an ADHD mind!

    How to find a clear direction and purpose with an ADHD mind!
    Oct 1 2026
    Get in touch to see how I can help you! https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/ In this solo episode, Juliet challenges one of the most persistent and damaging beliefs for those with ADHD: the idea that your worth is tied to your productivity. After years of living in a state of chronic overwhelm—constantly trying to catch up on endless to-do lists and feeling like she was failing despite working harder than anyone else—Juliet shares the pivotal mindset shift that changed her life. She breaks down the crucial difference between efficiency (doing things right) and effectiveness (doing the right things). Using the powerful metaphor of a highly skilled sailor on a boat pointing in the wrong direction, Juliet explains why trying to organise, plan, and execute tasks faster will never solve the problem if you haven't first defined your true direction. If you frequently find yourself drowning in the "weeds" of minor details or putting out fires all day, this episode will help you step out of the ADHD vortex and start making decisions that truly align with your values and purpose. ABOUT THE HOST Juliet was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 50, after a lifetime of believing she was fundamentally flawed—without realising there was a biological explanation behind her struggles. Years of executive dysfunction, perimenopause, and rising anxiety had left her overwhelmed and questioning her own potential. Her diagnosis marked a turning point. She immersed herself in understanding ADHD and, in doing so, discovered something even more transformative: a spiritual perspective on what it means to be human. Through this lens, Juliet was able to release limiting identities shaped by five decades of misunderstanding herself. She learned how to navigate emotions—like anxiety—with greater ease. She has two-years training in counselling and now has an established coaching practice supporting adults. Blending practical strategies with grounded spirituality, Juliet helps her clients find clarity, inner peace, and the confidence to live their life with purpose to reach their full potential and thrive with ADHD. Get in touch to see how I can help you! https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/
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    10 min
  • Procrastination or Paralysis? Finding the Root Cause of Your ADHD Struggles

    Procrastination or Paralysis? Finding the Root Cause of Your ADHD Struggles
    Sep 28 2026
    Get in touch to see how I can help you! https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/ In this episode of Gifted With ADHD, Juliet sits down with Senior Certified ADHD Coach Bonnie Mincu to discuss how to take charge of your life instead of letting your ADHD take charge of you. They explore the reality behind the word "procrastination," revealing that what looks like laziness is often mental paralysis, overwhelm, or a simple lack of systems. Bonnie explains why a lack of dopamine makes mundane tasks feel like moving a mountain, and why the "just do it" mentality only leads to shame for the ADHD brain. Juliet and Bonnie also discuss the crucial differences between therapy and coaching for neurodivergent adults. While traditional therapy often looks backward for psychological root causes, ADHD coaching focuses on building customized strategies for the present. Bonnie shares insights into her "Confident Decider" matrix and "Procrastination Tree" to help clear the mental fog, make complex decisions, and finally start moving forward. ABOUT THE GUEST Bonnie Mincu is a Senior Certified ADHD Coach who has been helping adults with ADD/ADHD reach breakthrough solutions since 2001. She is the founder of "Thrive with ADD" and the creator of the "Productivity Pathfinder" membership training program. Bonnie focuses on helping neurodivergent individuals achieve self-mastery by understanding their unique patterns, mindset, and the true causes of their challenges. She provides practical, customized strategies—like her "Confident Decider" matrix and "Procrastination Tree" tool—to help people break free from mental paralysis, perfectionism, and overwhelm. Connect with Bonnie: Website: https://thrivewithadd.com Download Bonnie's Decision Framework Tool for free here! - https://thrivewithadd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/THE-CONFIDENT-DECIDER-Decision-Tool-Bonnie-Mincu.pdf ABOUT THE HOST Juliet was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 50, after a lifetime of believing she was fundamentally flawed—without realising there was a biological explanation behind her struggles. Years of executive dysfunction, perimenopause, and rising anxiety had left her overwhelmed and questioning her own potential. Her diagnosis marked a turning point. She immersed herself in understanding ADHD and, in doing so, discovered something even more transformative: a spiritual perspective on what it means to be human. Through this lens, Juliet was able to release limiting identities shaped by five decades of misunderstanding herself. She learned how to navigate emotions—like anxiety—with greater ease. She has two-years training in counselling and now has an established coaching practice supporting adults. Blending practical strategies with grounded spirituality, Juliet helps her clients find clarity, inner peace, and the confidence to live their life with purpose to reach their full potential and thrive with ADHD. Get in touch to see how I can help you! https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/
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    1 ora e 5 min
  • Overstimulation and ADHD - How to regulate yourself!

    Overstimulation and ADHD - How to regulate yourself!
    Sep 24 2026
    Get in touch to see how I can help you! https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/ In this solo episode, Juliet explores a subtle but profound shift in how she understands her own nervous system. After years of labeling herself as "disregulated," she realised that she is often simply overstimulated—and frequently, she is the one overstimulating herself. While external triggers like bright lights, noise, and crowded rooms are common ADHD challenges, Juliet discusses the hidden trap of "good" overstimulation: getting swept up in exciting ideas, research, social media, and new projects. She describes the physical sensation of entering an ADHD "vortex," where time, space, and bodily awareness completely vanish. By sharing a recent experience where a dead phone battery forced her back into reality, she reveals how we can recognise the warning signs of this runaway train and make the conscious choice to step out of the time tunnel and back into the present moment. About the Host: Juliet was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 50, after a lifetime of believing she was fundamentally flawed—without realising there was a biological explanation behind her struggles. Years of executive dysfunction, perimenopause, and rising anxiety had left her overwhelmed and questioning her own potential. Her diagnosis marked a turning point. She immersed herself in understanding ADHD and, in doing so, discovered something even more transformative: a spiritual perspective on what it means to be human. Through this lens, Juliet was able to release limiting identities shaped by five decades of misunderstanding herself. She learned how to navigate emotions—like anxiety—with greater ease. She has two-years training in counselling and now has an established coaching practice supporting adults. Blending practical strategies with grounded spirituality, Juliet helps her clients find clarity, inner peace, and the confidence to live their life with purpose to reach their full potential and thrive with ADHD. Connect with the Show Get in touch to see how I can help you! https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/
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    22 min
  • How to understand the voice in your head!

    How to understand the voice in your head!
    Sep 21 2026
    Get in touch to see how I can help you! ⁠https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/⁠ In this eye-opening episode of Gifted With ADHD, Juliet sits down with Certified Change Coach Lindsey Elliott to dissect the relentless, critical voice inside our heads. Lindsey introduces us to "Sue"—a personification of our conditioned mental chatter driven by the need for Safety, Uncertainty, and Exposure. Together, they explore how years of undiagnosed ADHD can lead us to internalize this voice, mistakenly believing that our struggles with executive function mean we are unintelligent, incapable, or broken. By breaking down the mechanics of "Sue," Lindsey and Juliet reveal that strong, painful emotions aren't proof of your inadequacy, but rather a signal that you are caught up in false thoughts. If you've spent your life trying to fit a square peg into a round hole, this episode offers a profound shift in perspective. Tune in to discover your "ordinary magnificence" and learn how to stop taking your inner critic so seriously. ABOUT THE GUEST Lindsey Elliott is a coach, wellbeing consultant and author specialising in emotional and mental wellbeing. A former self-help junkie who spent years stuck in anxiety, insecurity and overthinking — until she discovered that underneath it all, we’re already OK. Now, she helps others find their own freedom and resilience without getting lost in endless techniques or fixing themselves. Lindsey runs Lindsey Elliott Coaching online and in Brighton, UK. She has a BSc (Hons) in Psychology and over 15 years’ experience working therapeutically with people. She's a Certified Change Coach, a Three Principles Practitioner, and has worked with private companies, councils, and the NHS to support emotional and mental wellbeing. Social links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsey.elliott.coach/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lindseyelliottcoach Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com/LindseyCKE Website: https://www.lindseyelliott.co.uk/ The best way for people to connect with me is to join my email list by taking the 2-minute Inner Critic Quiz, Meet Sue here. Get in touch to see how I can help you! ⁠⁠https://giftedwithadhd.co.uk/⁠
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    1 ora e 8 min