#03: Breaking the “Broken” Myth of Neurodivergence With Erin Seematter

Have you ever been called lazy, too sensitive, or “just anxious”? Erin Seematter joins me on South of Normal to talk about what it’s like living for decades thinking you’re broken, only to realize it was ADHD all along. We get real about masking, rejection, sensitive dysphoria, anxiety, depression, and how easy it is for women to be misdiagnosed or dismissed when they’re simply wired differently.Erin shares the moment everything crashed, the mislabels that kept her stuck, and the relief of finally seeing ADHD for what it is. We talk about self-advocacy, small wins that rebuild confidence, and how to spot the myths that hide real answers. If her story sounds like yours,cYou’re not broken, and you’re definitely not alone. You’re part of this community learning to make sense of the chaos together.Erin shares the moment everything crashed, the mislabels that kept her stuck, and the relief of finally seeing ADHD for what it is. We talk about self-advocacy, small wins that rebuild confidence, and how to spot the myths that hide real answers. If her story sounds like yours, you are not alone. Subscribe, join the comments, and keep learning with us.Chapters(00:00) Introduction(01:00) Meet Erin and the real question behind the nerves(02:40) Early mental health and trichotillomania(06:15) Years of mislabels, meds, and no clear answers(07:50) The lowest moment and choosing to self-advocate(11:10) Late ADHD realization and the first hope(16:05) Masking, inattentive traits, and school perfectionism. (20:40) RSD and why confidence takes the biggest hit(32:10) Hormones, perimenopause, and treatment gaps(44:20) Grace for your younger self and parenting with ADHD(55:40) Business burnout, paralysis, and rebuilding goals(01:06:40) What she wants other women to know and closingConnect with Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/desertinkcompany/ FREE RESOURCES ✨ADHD Quiz: https://jherisouth.com/page/adhd-quizRSD Webinar: https://jherisouth.com/page/adhd-emotions-webinar-opt-inMore resources at: https://jherisouth.comGET SUPPORT ✨ADHD Simplified Course (just $97!): https://jherisouth.com/page/adhd-simplifedFREE consult for ADHD coaching: https://jherisouth.as.me/schedule/f39adc54FOLLOW ME ✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msjherisouth/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jherisouthTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@jherisouth8