I’m thrilled to share my first guest appearance on the podcast Empower Sounds! It was a pleasure to chat with Maahika Singh about my journey as the Founder of Behind The Smiles, including my experiences with being diagnosed as autistic and ADHD.
Key Takeaways:
📎 Diagnosis Journey: I opened up about my path to diagnosis, the challenges I faced, and how it brought clarity to my experiences and struggles.
🏡 Early Struggles: I discussed my challenges with sensory processing disorder and how lockdown became a turning point in my neurodiversity journey.
👩👩👦👦 Impact on Family and Friends: I talked about how my diagnosis affected my relationships, fostering deeper understanding with loved ones while also navigating initial confusion and misconceptions. 💌 Behind The Smiles: I shared the significance of the name and the work we’re doing to support neurodivergent individuals, focusing on the importance of authenticity and connection.
👫 Gender Differences in Autism: We explored how autism presents differently in females versus males, societal perceptions, and my navigation of bias before and after my diagnosis.
🧚♀️ Neurodivergent Woman of Color: I spoke about the unique challenges and perspectives I face as a neurodivergent woman of color, highlighting the intersectionality of my identity. 💡 Embracing Authenticity: I shared practical tips for preventing burnout and managing boundaries, emphasizing the importance of breaking the mask of always appearing "okay."
👩🎓 Navigating University: I addressed the unique challenges I face as an autistic woman, including time blindness, sensory difficulties, and building a supportive community.
🏃 The @nidsruns Journey: I highlighted my mission to inspire neurodivergent individuals in sport and how physical activity has become a powerful outlet for managing anxiety. I’m also excited to raise funds for the The National Autistic Society as I prepare for the London Marathon 2025.
Tune in for an empowering conversation about breaking barriers, embracing neurodiversity, and living authentically! 💕
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🔗 Apple podcast: https://lnkd.in/dJTkdjwb
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