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Lydia Powell: ADHD and Sobriety: Finding Strength in Vulnerability and Self Discovery

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Overcoming Challenges: Lydia's Journey with ADHD, Masking, and Sobriety


Join us as Lydia, also known as @theconfidentwoman on TikTok, revisits her journey with ADHD and sobriety. Diagnosed with ADHD in May 2021, Lydia reflects on her identity crisis following a misdiagnosis of bipolar disorder and shares insights into her path towards self-acceptance. She discusses the stigmas surrounding substance abuse, her battles with addiction, and the role of support meetings in her recovery. Lydia also delves into understanding her autistic traits, the challenges of masking, and the importance of routine. Discover her transformations and personal growth over the past year and be inspired by her resilience and determination to live authentically.


Trigger Warnings: This episode discusses substance abuse, addiction, mental health diagnoses, and psychiatric misdiagnosis, which may be distressing for some viewers.


00:00 Introduction and Guest Reintroduction

01:00 ADHD Diagnosis and Misdiagnosis

02:17 Identity Crisis and Acceptance

05:37 Self-Medication and Substance Abuse

06:52 Burnout and Career Changes

09:57 Addiction and Recovery Journey

17:29 Support Systems and Meetings

27:57 Decriminalization and Legalization Debate

48:34 Navigating Sobriety and Medication

49:10 Exploring Sensory Preferences and Stimming

52:50 Understanding Masking and Identity

01:00:22 The Challenges of Routine and Change

01:08:31 The Neurodivergent Spectrum

01:20:42 Confidence Coaching and Personal Development

01:28:56 Final Thoughts and Encouragement


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Overcoming Challenges: Lydia's Journey with ADHD, Masking, and Sobriety


Join us as Lydia, also known as @theconfidentwoman on TikTok, revisits her journey with ADHD and sobriety. Diagnosed with ADHD in May 2021, Lydia reflects on her identity crisis following a misdiagnosis of bipolar disorder and shares insights into her path towards self-acceptance. She discusses the stigmas surrounding substance abuse, her battles with addiction, and the role of support meetings in her recovery. Lydia also delves into understanding her autistic traits, the challenges of masking, and the importance of routine. Discover her transformations and personal growth over the past year and be inspired by her resilience and determination to live authentically.


Trigger Warnings: This episode discusses substance abuse, addiction, mental health diagnoses, and psychiatric misdiagnosis, which may be distressing for some viewers.


00:00 Introduction and Guest Reintroduction

01:00 ADHD Diagnosis and Misdiagnosis

02:17 Identity Crisis and Acceptance

05:37 Self-Medication and Substance Abuse

06:52 Burnout and Career Changes

09:57 Addiction and Recovery Journey

17:29 Support Systems and Meetings

27:57 Decriminalization and Legalization Debate

48:34 Navigating Sobriety and Medication

49:10 Exploring Sensory Preferences and Stimming

52:50 Understanding Masking and Identity

01:00:22 The Challenges of Routine and Change

01:08:31 The Neurodivergent Spectrum

01:20:42 Confidence Coaching and Personal Development

01:28:56 Final Thoughts and Encouragement


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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