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Listen "029: ADHD Coaching and Finding Purpose - A Conversation with Emma Ward"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of 'ADHD Goals,' the host, Laurence, welcomes Emma Ward, a fellow ADHD coaching trainee, to discuss their training, personal journeys with ADHD, and the challenges they've faced.
Emma shares her experiences growing up in Leicester, struggling with ADHD undiagnosed during school years, and her varied career path including working as a Slimming World consultant and self-employment.
They explore the importance of purpose in their work, how Emma's ADHD diagnosis at 46 changed her perspective, and the impact of supportive empathy in addressing ADHD-related challenges.
Emma also introduces her new ventures, including drawing and talking therapy, focusing on creativity and holistic wellness, aiming to help others through her experiences.
Links
Emma Ward on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-ward-41a356187/
Slimming World - Enderby, Leicester: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057479956765
Creating Self-Care: https://www.facebook.com/groups/796607615675287
Timeline
00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement
00:56 Discovering a Shared Hometown
03:03 Emma's ADHD Journey and School Challenges
08:16 Struggles with ADHD Diagnosis and Acceptance
11:56 Challenges in the Education System
20:38 Workplace Accommodations and ADHD
31:13 Emma's Career Path and Self-Employment
38:12 The Importance of Purpose in Work
39:30 Challenges and Empathy in Weight Loss
41:22 ADHD and Coping Mechanisms
43:49 Journey to Becoming an ADHD Coach
47:37 Integrating Multiple Skills and Passions
01:02:07 Exploring Drawing and Talking Therapy
01:09:43 Connecting and Finding Support
01:11:48 Final Thoughts and Farewell
01:13:05 Outro to the ADHD Goals Podcast
Need Help with your ADHD?
Visit my website: https://adhdgoals.co/
Want me to be your ADHD Coach?
Book a FREE call intro call
Emma shares her experiences growing up in Leicester, struggling with ADHD undiagnosed during school years, and her varied career path including working as a Slimming World consultant and self-employment.
They explore the importance of purpose in their work, how Emma's ADHD diagnosis at 46 changed her perspective, and the impact of supportive empathy in addressing ADHD-related challenges.
Emma also introduces her new ventures, including drawing and talking therapy, focusing on creativity and holistic wellness, aiming to help others through her experiences.
Links
Emma Ward on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-ward-41a356187/
Slimming World - Enderby, Leicester: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057479956765
Creating Self-Care: https://www.facebook.com/groups/796607615675287
Timeline
00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement
00:56 Discovering a Shared Hometown
03:03 Emma's ADHD Journey and School Challenges
08:16 Struggles with ADHD Diagnosis and Acceptance
11:56 Challenges in the Education System
20:38 Workplace Accommodations and ADHD
31:13 Emma's Career Path and Self-Employment
38:12 The Importance of Purpose in Work
39:30 Challenges and Empathy in Weight Loss
41:22 ADHD and Coping Mechanisms
43:49 Journey to Becoming an ADHD Coach
47:37 Integrating Multiple Skills and Passions
01:02:07 Exploring Drawing and Talking Therapy
01:09:43 Connecting and Finding Support
01:11:48 Final Thoughts and Farewell
01:13:05 Outro to the ADHD Goals Podcast
Need Help with your ADHD?
Visit my website: https://adhdgoals.co/
Want me to be your ADHD Coach?
Book a FREE call intro call
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