June was hot, chaotic, and a little bit traumatic — so basically, just another chapter in the memoir. In this episode, I sweat through some heat intolerance stories (literally), spill the tea on being an I Will ambassador at the European Youth Event, and dig into why finding people who "get it" is pure gold.

I also get real about ADHD brain, university burnout, summer scaries, and what it means when "home" isn't exactly the safe haven it should be. Plus, I introduce my hot new strategy for surviving and (maybe?) thriving this summer. Think: less pressure, more compassion, and probably way too many iced coffees.

If you’ve ever felt like you need a break from your break, this one's for you.

In this episode of No Longer Legally Detained, Hannah discusses her experiences navigating life after the psych ward, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, understanding one's own journey, and the role of social media in mental health. She shares insights on the challenges of being honest with oneself, the significance of personal growth, and the need for supportive online spaces. Hannah also reflects on the complexities of identity and labels, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of neurodivergence and mental health.

Takeaways

• Life after the psych ward can be challenging but rewarding.

• Authenticity is key in sharing personal experiences.

• It's important to navigate stress with honesty and humour.

• Your journey is unique and should not be compared to others.

• Labels can help but also complicate personal identity.

• Creating supportive online spaces is essential for mental health.

• Recovery is not linear and involves ups and downs.

• Personal growth requires self-reflection and honesty.

• Social media can be both helpful and harmful in mental health discussions.

• Finding your own path is crucial in understanding your identity.

In this episode, I’m opening up about my personal journey with ADHD - the struggles, the breakthroughs, and the long road to understanding my neurodivergent brain.

I talk about what it’s really like to navigate life when you don’t fit the mould, and how getting a diagnosis helped me begin the process of unmasking and reclaiming who I am.

I’m also sharing something exciting (and a little terrifying!): my upcoming ADHD Dance Challenge, where I’ll be learning a new routine every day in June to raise awareness and funds for ADHD UK.

This episode is a mix of reflection, storytelling, and truth-telling. I talk about the power and pressure of labels, the importance of open conversations around mental health, and why we need to make space for the messy, brilliant, misunderstood reality of being neurodivergent.

Whether you’re ADHD, autistic, questioning, or simply curious - I hope this episode makes you feel seen.

What if one word could stop a spiral, soothe a trauma response, or reassure your overthinking brain that you’re not being rejected? In this episode of No Longer Legally Detained, we unpack the power of safe words - not in therapy or kink, but in everyday relationships with neurodivergence and C-PTSD.

I share why I use “pineapple” as a verbal anchor when my nervous system goes into survival mode, and how it’s helped me stay grounded, connected, and emotionally regulated. If you’ve ever felt too sensitive, too much, or constantly on alert - this one’s for you.

We talk trauma-informed communication, emotional safety, and how something as simple as a shared word can rebuild trust and calm your body faster than logic ever could.

💬 “Pineapple” doesn’t mean stop. It means: You’re safe. I care. Nothing’s wrong.

This Mental Health Awareness Week, host Hannah shares a raw and powerful reflection on Complex PTSD and the complicated relationship between trauma and community. From the pain of relational wounds to the hope of healing through safe, intentional connection, this episode offers insight, validation, and a deeply human take on what it means to belong after trauma.

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Hello friends, she is back (again!)- thank you so much for baring with me as I took my time in coming back as usual! Welcome to No Longer Legally Detained- The Podcast about Life after the Psych ward. How do you Navigate being an adult when you never expected to be one?

This is the relaunch after I took a little break and I wanted to start with an authentic, honest, grounding and well just very me episode- both to ease me back in and also kind of try and explain where this podcast is heading. I am no longer with Be the Change. Media Network as the multiple branding got all too confusing but you can check out Millie's podcast over there- You don't need a hamster, you need a therapist which I co-star on most weeks!

This podcast is now totally my space and new episodes will drop every sunday. It's going to be raw. Honest. A bit messy. A bit hopeful. A lot autistic and deeply deeply human!

This week we are kicking things off with a little ramble about my autism acceptance week journal prompts- I promise it will get better!!

Please do like, follow, give the podcast 5 stars- it really would mean the world.

Also check me out on instagram @legallydetained and the pod @nlldthepodcast- my website www.legallydetained.co.uk.

Thanks so much for listening and all your support-

Remember- surviving is a radical act!!

see you next sunday!

Monday Mornings with Millie and (no longer) Legally Detained are breaking up 🫣👀

We’re breaking up 💔

Sometimes even the best relationships may end…

Listen to find out more

🌅 sunsets are proof that endings can be beautiful and the beginning of something new 🫶🏻

This week we are diving into such an important topic - self advocacy. From career, to disability, to family and friends advocating for yourself can be such a tricky thing to navigate so we’ve put together this episode to look at our stories, experiences and a few top tips to explore how we can all be better advocates for ourselves.