Mask Off: Empowering Women with ADHD using Emma Magenta's Mindful Playbook

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In this episode of The Built on YES Podcast, Erin Cummings interviews Emma Magenta, a life coach specializing in helping women with ADHD. They discuss the unique challenges faced by women with ADHD, the journey of transitioning from a yoga studio owner to a life coach, and the impact of social media on self-diagnosis. Emma shares insights on the importance of understanding ADHD traits, the concept of masking, and the relationship between ADHD and impostor syndrome. The conversation also touches on practical strategies for managing ADHD and the significance of mindfulness in daily life.

To learn more about Emma Magenta: 

You can find her online at www.emmamagentacoaching.com, on FB @emmamagentacoaching, and on IG @emmamagenta.

Takeaways

• Emma Magenta is a life coach for women with ADHD.
• Many women with ADHD experience late diagnoses and a lifetime of masking.
• ADHD presents a spiky skill set, with strengths and weaknesses coexisting.
• Self-diagnosis can be valid, but professional diagnosis is important.
• Masking is concealing neurodivergent traits to fit in with societal norms.
• Imposter syndrome is often linked to marginalized identities, including ADHD.
• ADHD management requires tailored strategies for individual experiences.
• Mindfulness helps in centering oneself amidst ADHD challenges.
• Emma emphasizes the importance of health and relationships in her life.
• The journey of understanding ADHD is ongoing and requires self-compassion.

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