What happens when you discover at age 30 that your brain is wired differently? In this vulnerable episode, I share my emotional journey to receiving my autism and ADHD late diagnosis as an adult woman, and how it fundamentally changed my understanding of myself.

For years I struggled without knowing why things felt harder for me. Why I was overwhelmed in situations others found easy, why I couldn't "just fit in," and why I felt so different. I discuss the workplace experience that triggered my diagnosis search, navigating the healthcare system to get answers, and the complex mix of validation and grief that came with finally understanding my neurodivergent identity.

This episode explores:

• Growing up "quirky" without understanding why
• The hidden presentation of ADHD in women
• Navigating medication and treatment options
• The unexpected emotional impact of late diagnosis
• Why knowing you're different provides freedom

Whether you're questioning your own neurodivergence, already diagnosed, or supporting someone who is, this episode offers perspective on the life-changing impact of understanding your neurotype. As I continue to learn about my autistic and ADHD brain, I've discovered that acceptance is the first step toward living authentically.

Connect with me:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhiannonc/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhiannoncooperpt/

Email: rhiannon@notsotypicalfitness.co.uk

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