The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast

As winter approaches, it can be tough to stay energised, motivated and joyful. This week, I sit down with Suzy Reading for a powerful conversation on winter self-care – especially for women with ADHD. Suzy Reading is a psychologist, coach, author, mother of two and self-care expert. Driven by her own life experiences, she specialises in helping people manage their stress levels, emotions and energy to build resilience during challenging times. Suzy's journey began when motherhood and her father's terminal illness combined to spark a passion for self-care that she now shares with her clients. In this comforting episode, Suzy reminds us that winter can be a time of renewal if we approach it with intention. She shares expert insights on managing seasonal shifts, combating isolation and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and finding gentle ways to stay energised through winter’s challenges. Together, we explore the importance of prioritising ourselves, challenging societal pressures, and fostering a mindset of self-compassion. By the end of this episode, you’ll have the tools you need to reclaim winter as a season of growth and empowerment – no matter what life throws your way.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why winter brings a desire to hibernate, and how we can harness that instinct without losing momentum.Practical ways to boost your energy and mood during darker months.Tips to create comforting, uplifting home rituals to lift your spirits.How to redefine winter as a season for self-care, reflection and self-compassion.Suzy is a member of the editorial board of Motherdom Magazine, psychology expert for Neom Organics, and co-founder of the Nourish app. She's written many books on self-care, including The Self-Care Revolution, Stand Tall Like a Mountain and her latest release, Self-Care for Winter.Timestamps04:05: Understanding winter's impact on mental health08:20: Simple self-care rituals to boost your mood13:45: Staying connected and combatting isolation18:30: Embracing rest without stagnation24:50: Self-advocacy and challenging societal norms30:15: Redefining winter as a time for growthConnect with Suzy on Instagram or her website.Get VIP access to exclusive content with Kate's new Apple podcast subscription, The Toolkit.Save 15% on supplements from The Herbtender, using code kate15Find Kate's popular online workshops and free resources here.Kate Moryoussef is a women's ADHD lifestyle and wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner who helps overwhelmed and unfulfilled newly diagnosed ADHD women find more calm, balance, hope, health, compassion, creativity and clarity. Follow the podcast on Instagram.Follow Kate on Instagram.Read Kate's articles on...

Are you ready to explore practical, neurodivergent food additions, dietary strategies and simple recipes that can empower you to take control of your health?This week's guest is Lucinda Miller. As clinical lead of the NatureDoc team, with over 25 years of experience as a naturopath and qualifications in Functional Medicine, Lucinda's book Brain Brilliance was published in August 2024. She is the mum of three and lives in Wiltshire, UK.She is an ADHDer herself and in this podcast, she shares how she has helped herself, her family and thousands of others through the nutritional know how to become the best version of themselves with better mental stamina, clarity, and focus. She also discusses the significance of understanding how hormonal changes impact mental health, particularly for women navigating perimenopause. During this episode, Kate and Lucinda talk about:Making holistic changes to your health via the minerals in your mealsImproving your sleep through your foodHelping your neurodivergent kids feel more regulatedThe specifics when it comes to nutrient levels like Iron and ZincHow your brain chemicals affect your mental clarityEating to support your brain health and functionTimestamps04:00 - Understanding ADHD in Women and Hormonal Changes05:24 - The Importance of Nutrition for ADHD Management14:36 - Discussion on Key Nutrients: Iron, Zinc, and GABA22:51 - The Role of Saffron in Managing ADHD Symptoms31:24 - Practical Tips for Improving Diet and WellbeingYou can find out more about Lucinda via her website, https://naturedoc.com/ or on Instagram. Her Brain Brilliance book is available here: https://geni.us/brainbrilliance Try Kate's new Apple podcast subscription, The Toolkit, hereSave 15% on supplements from The Herbtender, using code kate15Have a look at some of Kate's workshops and free resources here.Kate Moryoussef is a women’s ADHD Lifestyle and wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner who helps overwhelmed and unfulfilled newly diagnosed ADHD women find more calm, balance, hope, health, compassion, creativity, and clarity. Follow the podcast on Instagram here.Follow Kate on Instagram here.Find Kate's resources on ADDitude magazine here.Mentioned in this episode:Struggling with sleep?The Herbtender’s Doze & Dream supplement features natural ingredients such as ashwagandha, chamomile and passionflower to help you fall asleep quicker, and – even better – stay asleep. Doze & Dream is all-natural and non-addictive,...

Disordered eating is sadly a common co-occurring symptom of ADHD. Many of us have gone through decades of not understanding why we have battled with these challenges, and then after we receive a late-in-life ADHD diagnosis, we're able to understand why it presented itself. This is a powerful conversation that focuses on how emotional regulation plays a vital part in preventing and treating eating disorders.This week's guest is Thomas Midgley, a behavioural and cognitive psychotherapist (CBT) and dietitian specialising in eating disorders.Having worked in the field for more than 18 years, Thomas has a deep understanding of the delicate balance between body image, emotional health and the challenges neurodivergent people face when it comes to disordered eating.Kate and Thomas spoke about:Disordered eating vs eating disorders: why these important distinctions matter – especially for anyone with ADHD or autism.Emotional regulation in recovery: how emotional regulation plays a vital part in preventing and treating eating disorders.Compassionate therapy: how DBT and compassion-focused therapy support emotional wellbeing and recovery.Parenting and emotional resilience: how parents can balance validation and resilience when raising neurodivergent children.Neurodivergence and eating disorders: the connection between ADHD and autism and the increased risk of eating disorders.Compassion in treatment: How compassionate, non-judgmental therapy helps us understand and manage our emotions effectively.Timestamps:The difference between disordered eating and eating disorders (2:08)Neurodivergence and eating disorders (4:51)The importance of Emotional Regulation in understanding and treating eating disorders (7:12)Balancing validation and building resilience in parenting (22:59)The Role of Compassion in treatment (30:14)Connect with Thomas via his website, thebodyimagetreatmentclinic.co.ukResources MentionedIf you or someone you know is struggling with eating disorders and wants neuro inclusive support, start with these websites:www.beateatingdisorders.org.ukwww.firststepsed.co.ukwww.bodyimageclinic.co.ukwww.twomorebeenthere.comLook at some of Kate's ADHD workshops and free resources here.Save 15% on supplements from The Herbtender, using code kate15Kate Moryoussef is a women’s ADHD Lifestyle & Wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner who helps overwhelmed and unfulfilled newly diagnosed ADHD women find more calm, balance, hope, health, compassion, creativity, and clarity. Follow the podcast on Instagram here.