In this episode, I chat with my wonderful friend, Dr Hayley Kelly. Hayley and I dive into my recent ADHD diagnosis. Hayley is Autistic ADHD and has been incredibly supportive throughout this whole journey so far. We discuss: ? the "messy middle" after a recent, but late, diagnosis - I was diagnosed when I was 44. ? the confusion of losing who I thought I was and stepping into who I really am ? the challenges that came with navigating life, friendships, and relationships, pre-diagnosis ? Hayley's personal experience of being diagnosed in her 30s with ADHD and Autism ? the journey we are on both to let our "square peg" lights shine bright so the other "square pegs" can find us! I'm excited to share our chat with you and at the same time, I am feeling quite vulnerable about opening up this early. As Hayley puts it so well in this episode, we are still very much in the "messy middle" since the diagnosis. If you have any questions or comments after listening, do send me a message on Instagram here @PaperPlannerClub. Dr. Hayley Kelly is a PhD, CEO and Founder of Therapists Rising, a global movement revolutionizing mental health care. With a background in clinical psychology, academia, and diverse roles within healthcare and private practice, Dr. Kelly identified shortcomings in traditional mental health approaches and forged a new path for therapists to effect substantial change. Fueled by personal experiences as both a mother and a neurodivergent individual (Autistic ADHD), Dr. Kelly champions a redefined concept of sustainability and contribution. She leveraged her journey to establish a successful coaching enterprise, achieving financial stability through diversified revenue streams—now shared with fellow therapists. LINKS MENTIONED: We would love to hear your thoughts or questions. DM me @paperplannerclub Follow Hayley on Instagram Therapists Rising