Episode 124: Ani Moller

Welcome to Episode #124! We’re joined today by Ani Moller. Ani Moller is a leadership and life coach who works with neurodivergent professionals — especially those with ADHD, autism, or experiencing burnout. Drawing from their experience as a senior executive and program manager, Ani combines business strategy, trauma-informed practice, and lived experience of multiple burnouts and a stroke. They support senior leaders, creatives, and purpose-driven teams through one-on-one coaching, group programs, and workplace strategy. Ani identifies as non-binary and integrates evidence-based tools like Positive Intelligence, energy management, and nervous system regulation to help clients lead authentically without compromising well-being. Can you tell us about your experience with neurodiversity? When did you realise you weren’t neurotypical? – Realized during the pandemic, after reading traits of autistic women on TikTok – Diagnosed with ADHD about six months later – Felt deep relief and self-understanding post-diagnosis What challenges did you face? – Multiple burnouts and physical health struggles – Difficulties with volatile friendships and social challenges – Anxiety misdiagnosis due to internalized hyperactivity What changes have come post diagnosis? – Gained clarity and validation – Complex PTSD diagnosis reframed much of the struggle – EMDR therapy helped reduce triggering memories What challenges do you still face now? – Severe fatigue from stroke – Overstimulation in professional environments – Ongoing executive dysfunction around finishing tasks What neuroexceptional strengths are you leaning into now? – Strong visualization (hyperphantasia) – Deep empathy and energy-awareness – Coaching skills strengthened by lived neurodivergent experience What "work" projects are you concentrating on? – One-on-one ADHD and leadership coaching – Positive Intelligence programs for neurodivergent professionals – Overwhelmed to Organized – a group program blending productivity and compassion How about the rest of the time? What do you enjoy doing in your off time? – Spending time in nature and with friends – Indoor gardening and plants – Gym, calm hobbies, movies, and travel (as energy allows) Productivity tips — What do you do to optimise productivity during your working hours? – Brutal prioritization, guided by values (fun and emotional connection) – Accepting inbox/task list never finished – Energy accounting to track what restores vs drains energy What is some unhelpful productivity advice that doesn’t work for you? – “Eat the Frog” (hardest task first) — tiring tasks are harder than complex ones – Generic advice like waking up early — needs sleep consistency instead – Inbox as task list — doesn’t align with executive function needs What does your morning routine look like and how has it evolved over time? – Wakes around 7, allows three hours before first client – Gentle routine: movement for fibromyalgia, breakfast, nature time – Adjusts workouts to energy levels and menstrual cycle How is your sleep? How do you switch off at night? – Struggles with disrupted sleep due to perimenopause and neurodivergence – Strict routine: lights dimmed red with Philips Hue, phone apps blocked after 8 PM – Journaling and reading to wind down Do you have any final words or asks for our audience? – “Treat rest as productive. Rest isn’t laziness — it’s fuel for better leadership and life.” Connect with Ani: Website: Ani Moller - https://www.animoller.com/ TikTok: Ani: AuDHD Coach (@professionalaudie) | TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@professionalaudie? LinkedIn: Ani Møller Coaching | LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/animoller/ Connect with Jeremy: LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/nageljeremy Email: [email protected] More from Focus Bear: Website: https://focusbear.io LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/focus-bear/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@focusbearapp Twitter: https://twitter.com/focusbear1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/focus_bear/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/focusbearapp/