S1 Ep 1 | Stop Fitting In: ADHD, Perimenopause & Reframing Your Future

You aren't broken; you're just living in a world designed for a different brain.In the series premiere of The ADHD Reframed Project, Dr Cristina Louk shares her professional and personal journey through late ADHD diagnosis and trauma. We dive into the biological reality of neurodiversity—from the impact of hormones and perimenopause to the invisible sting of Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD).We’re moving past the "disorder" and discussing why it’s time to stop apologizing for how you think. Whether you're navigating the professional world or an entrepreneurial path, this episode is your invitation to stop masking and start reframing your ADHD as your greatest competitive advantage.In this episode, we cover:The trauma of a late-in-life diagnosis.Why "small talk" feels like an Olympic sport.The Dr. Russell Barkley insights that change everything.Building a strengths-based life.Cristina's website - peacehumanistic.comCristina's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cristinalouk/Chapters00:00 Introduction to ADHD and Guest Introduction02:08 Personal Diagnostic Journeys with ADHD04:04 Understanding ADHD in Women06:50 The Impact of Perimenopause on ADHD09:51 The Importance of Advocacy and Education12:51 Positive Psychology and ADHD15:58 Navigating Rejection Sensitivity and Emotional Dysregulation19:10 Creating a Supportive Environment for ADHD21:55 The Role of Humor and Positivity in ADHD25:02 Building a Community and Supporting Each Other28:00 The Future of ADHD Awareness and Research30:59 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsReady to reframe your story? Hit follow and join the project.