Rachel Walker: She is Thriving with ADHD

She Thrives ADHD, The Podcast

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Have you ever felt like something wasn't right, even when your life seemed to be objectively together? Our excellent guest, Rachel Walker, delves into the heart of this question. As a former primary school teacher with a successful academic career, Rachel candidly shares her journey leading up to her ADHD diagnosis. Her story is one of revelation and self-discovery, from acknowledging feelings of perfectionism and people-pleasing to navigating romantic relationships under the lens of ADHD.
Rachel's insights don't stop at self-discovery. She leads us into the often arduous process of seeking an ADHD diagnosis, discussing the urgency ADHDers often feel when making decisions and the pressure to prove that her mental health warrants an assessment. What's more, we explore the transformation her life underwent post-diagnosis and its fascinating ripple effect on her family.
But our chat with Rachel is about more than diagnosis. It's about living, thriving, and managing with ADHD. Rachel gives us a glimpse into her journey of juggling PMS with ADHD medication, sharing her experiences of trying different treatments before finding success with stimulants. She also takes us into the bustling classrooms where she once taught, the sensory overload that comes with managing children, and how her diagnosis led her to freelance work. All this while opening up about how her social circle has changed and how she deals with impulsive behaviours. This conversation was authentic and eye-opening about living with ADHD.

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Chapters

1. Rachel Walker's Journey and Diagnosis (00:00:00)

2. ADHD Diagnosis and Its Impact (00:12:33)

3. Managing PMS With ADHD Medication (00:23:45)

4. Teaching Challenges and ADHD Awareness (00:29:52)

5. ADHD, Impulsive Behavior, and Seeking Support (00:40:50)