S1 Ep22 | The AuDHD Intersection: Marie on Education, Menopause, and Self-Kindness

What happens when the "busy" ADHD brain meets the "structured" Autistic mind?This week, Emma sits down with Marie for a deep dive into the dual diagnosis of ADHD and Autism. Marie shares her journey of navigating the rigid world of higher education and the unique challenges of being neurodivergent while navigating menopause. This isn't just about labels; it's about the radical act of self-kindness. We explore how to build support systems that actually work and why understanding the "hormonal high-wire act" is essential for neurodivergent women’s health.In this episode, we reframe:The AuDHD Profile: Navigating the internal tug-of-war between seeking novelty and needing routine.Higher Ed & Neurodiversity: Strategies for surviving and thriving in academic environments.The Menopause Factor: How hormonal changes can amplify ADHD and Autistic traits.Radical Self-Kindness: Moving from "I should be able to do this" to "How can I support myself?"Sound bites"Focus on what to eat, not what to avoid.""Exercise is my medicine.""Be kind to yourself above all."ResourcesADHD Foundation - https://www.adhdfoundation.org.uk/Marie’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariehelenthebert/Support for Neurodivergent Students in Higher Education - https://www.heacademy.ac.uk/knowledge-hub/supporting-neurodivergent-students-higher-educationGuest linksLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariehelenthebert/Chapters00:00 Introduction to ADHD and Autism Awareness03:00 Navigating Higher Education with ADHD05:53 The Importance of Support Systems08:51 Understanding Learning Differences12:12 Challenges in Academic Writing15:10 The Role of Neurodiversity in Education17:54 The Impact of Hormones on ADHD21:14 Personal Experiences with ADHD and Menopause24:42 Embracing Menopause as an Awakening25:10 Navigating HRT and ADHD26:19 Movement, Spirituality, and Managing Symptoms27:53 Channeling Energy into Focused Activities29:51 Finding Joy in Movement and Dance30:51 Listening to Your Body34:41 Reframing Exercise and Self-Kindness39:33 The Journey to Self-Discovery and DiagnosisIt’s not a malfunction; it’s a complex operating system. Hit follow and join the project.