ADHD, PMDD & Finally Understanding Myself (Sarah’s Story)

ADHD, PMDD & Finally Understanding Myself (Sarah’s Story)

In this episode of Neurospice Latte, Sarah shares her journey of being diagnosed with ADHD and PMDD—and how understanding both completely changed the way she sees herself. She opens up about what it’s like living with PMDD, how it impacted her life and career, and what’s actually helped her start feeling better. This conversation covers everything from rejection sensitivity and overthinking to routine, structure, and finding what works for your brain. And of course, there are plenty of classic Neurospice Latte rabbit holes along the way. If you’ve ever felt misunderstood, overwhelmed, or like something just wasn’t adding up, this episode will likely resonate. ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro 0:41 – How to Support the Show 2:45 – Introducing Sarah & Her Neurospice Flavor 3:44 – Sarah's Journey: Growing Up, Sensory Issues & Getting Diagnosed 14:08 – Owning a Dance Studio & Closing It Due to PMDD 15:06 – Rejection, Expression & Feeling Things Intensely 23:10 – What Is PMDD? (Breaking It Down) 25:11 – PMDD Symptoms & Getting Through the Dark Moments 26:16 – Finding Community & Finally Having a Name for It 29:45 – Life Now: Routine, Structure & What's Helped 36:13 – Somatic Exercises, Reiki & Body-Based Healing 1:22:32 – Live Grounding Exercise Demo 1:25:57 – Encouragement & Closing Words ➡️ BE THE NEXT GUEST: If you want to share your own story, apply to be a guest. I’d love to feature as many neurodivergent voices and the unique ways you make life work. ⊹ Apply To Be A Guest [https://anthonygauna.com/podcast-sign-up/] 🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONED: ⊹ PMDD/PME & ADHD/Autism Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/299237977692239/] ⊹ Stardust Cycle & Pregnancy Tracker [https://www.instagram.com/stardust] ⊹ It Didn't Start With You (Book) [https://amzn.to/3NEFdny] ⊹ Somatic Exercises [https://www.instagram.com/theworkoutwitch_] 🌐 FIND ME ONLINE: ⊹ Instagram [https://instagram.com/_anthonygauna] ⊹ TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@_anthonygauna] ⊹ Website [https://anthonygauna.com] 🤲 DONATE:This podcast is made independently using my own time and resources.If you'd like to help support the podcast, you can donate any amount. It’s greatly appreciated. ⊹ ⁠Donate on PayPal⁠ [https://anthonygauna.com/donate%E2%81%A0] ⊹ ⁠Donate on Venmo⁠ [https://venmo.com/u/Anthony-Gauna-2] ⊹ ⁠Donate on Cash App [https://cash.app/$AnthonyGauna] 🛠️ MADE WITH: ⊹ Riverside [https://anthonygauna.com/Riverside] ⊹ Sony FX30 Camera [https://anthonygauna.com/sony-fx30] ⊹ Davinci Resolve [https://anthonygauna.com/davinci] ⊹ Epidemic Sound [https://anthonygauna.com/epidemic]

Lily: Getting Diagnosed With Autism as a Teenager

What's it actually like to get diagnosed with autism as a teenager? In this episode, Anthony sits down with Lily, who shares her experience navigating an autism diagnosis during her teen years — a time when she was already trying to figure out who she was. Lily opens up about the conflicting emotions that came with finally getting answers, the exhaustion of going through the diagnostic process more than once, and why she's made peace with where she is today. They also get into the grief that can follow a late diagnosis, the reality of autistic burnout, and what she wishes someone had told her younger self. 🎙️ Want to share your story on Neurospice Latte? The link to sign up as a guest is below! ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 2:05 Meet Lily 4:07 Getting diagnosed with autism as a teenager 7:00 The emotional stages after diagnosis 9:15 Autistic burnout 11:05 School avoidance and panic attacks 14:03 Moving overseas for university 25:36 Being an introvert who still needs people 7:37 Procrastination and deadlines 44:00 Hyperfocus Spotlight: Animal Crossing & Tangled 49:07 Lily's message to listeners ✍️ BE A GUEST: If you want to share your own story, apply to be a guest. I’d love to feature as many neurodivergent voices and the unique ways you make life work. ⊹ Apply To Be A Guest [https://anthonygauna.com/podcast-sign-up/] 🌐 FIND ME ONLINE: ⊹ Instagram [https://instagram.com/_anthonygauna]⊹ TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@_anthonygauna]⊹ Website [https://anthonygauna.com] 🤲 DONATE:This podcast is made independently using my own time and resources.If you'd like to help support the podcast, you can donate any amount. It’s greatly appreciated. ⊹ ⁠Donate on PayPal⁠ [https://anthonygauna.com/donate%E2%81%A0] ⊹ ⁠Donate on Venmo⁠ [https://venmo.com/u/Anthony-Gauna-2] ⊹ ⁠Donate on Cash App [https://cash.app/$AnthonyGauna] 🛠️ MADE WITH: ⊹ Riverside [https://anthonygauna.com/Riverside] ⊹ Sony FX30 Camera [https://anthonygauna.com/sony-fx30] ⊹ Davinci Resolve [https://anthonygauna.com/davinci] ⊹ Epidemic Sound [https://anthonygauna.com/epidemic]

Navigating Creative Work, Corporate Life & the ADHD Brain (Brittney's Story)

Ever had 47 browser tabs open, a Pinterest board going, music playing, and still feel like you got nothing done? Same. This week, Anthony sits down with Brittney — photographer, university marketing pro, church creative, and all-around neurodivergent multitasker — to talk about what it's actually like to run a business AND clock into a corporate job when your brain doesn't do structure on command. They get into: time blindness, time blocking (the dream vs. the reality), why monotonous jobs are basically ADHD torture and how creativity can feel like the one thing keeping it all together. If you've ever felt like you're doing too much and somehow still falling behind — this one's for you. 🎙️ Want to be on the show? Link to sign up is below. ↓ ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro1:37 - Meet Britney5:03 - Freelance vs. Corporate: Navigating Both Worlds9:00 - Time Management & Time Blindness13:30 - All the Tabs Are Open18:19 - The Two Monitor Experiment23:26 - Routine vs. Freedom: The Push & Pull26:07 - Planning & the Need to Know31:53 - What Systems Actually Work36:13 - The Calendar System42:20 - What We Listen To While Working46:40 - Body Doubling & Setting the Scene50:20 - Clean Space, Clear Brain54:01 - Out of Sight, Out of Mind: Good vs. Evil59:38 - Hyperfocus Spotlight: Branding 🎉 BE A GUEST: If you enjoy this episode and want to share your own story, you can apply to be a guest. I’d love to feature neurodivergent voices and the unique ways you make life work. ⊹ Apply To Be A Guest [https://anthonygauna.com/podcast-sign-up/] 🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONED: ⊹ Brittney’s Website [https://jfsmproductions.com/⁠] ⊹ Brittney’s Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jfsmproductions/⁠] ⊹ Horse Browser [https://browser.horse/⁠] ⊹ Arc Browser [https://arc.net/⁠] ⊹ S1 Ep 3 - Ashley | Neurospice Latte [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzjTZC9Iijs&list=PLLpGugZ4KOi7g91XP4WOf-zdnbZryQhoF&index=3] 🌐 FIND ME ONLINE: ⊹ Instagram [https://instagram.com/_anthonygauna]⊹ TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@_anthonygauna]⊹ Website [https://anthonygauna.com] 🤲 DONATE:This podcast is made independently using my own time and resources. If you'd like to help support the podcast, you can donate any amount. It’s greatly appreciated. ⊹ ⁠Donate on PayPal⁠ [https://anthonygauna.com/donate%E2%81%A0] ⊹ ⁠Donate on Venmo⁠ [https://venmo.com/u/Anthony-Gauna-2] ⊹ ⁠Donate on Cash App [https://cash.app/$AnthonyGauna] 🛠️ MADE WITH: ⊹ Riverside [https://anthonygauna.com/Riverside] ⊹ Sony FX30 Camera [https://anthonygauna.com/sony-fx30] ⊹ Davinci Resolve [https://anthonygauna.com/davinci] ⊹ Epidemic Sound [https://anthonygauna.com/epidemic]

When The Workplace Isn’t Built for You (with Jordan)

Jordan and Anthony talk honestly about what it’s like to navigate work as a neurodivergent person. From masking and burnout to finding environments that actually fit, this conversation explores why so many workplaces fail neurodivergent brains and what helps instead. ✍️ APPLY TO BE A GUEST: If you enjoy this episode and want to share your own story, you can apply to be a guest. I’d love to feature neurodivergent voices and the unique ways you make life work. ⊹ Apply To Be A Guest Here [https://anthonygauna.com/neurospice-latte⁠] 🤲 DONATE: This podcast is made independently using my own time and resources. If you'd like to help support the podcast, you can donate any amount. It’s greatly appreciated. ⊹ Donate on PayPal [https://anthonygauna.com/donate⁠] ⊹ Donate on Venmo [https://venmo.com/u/Anthony-Gauna-2] ⊹ Donate on Cash App [https://cash.app/$AnthonyGauna] 🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONED: ⊹ Jordan’s YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@justjordanthings] ⊹ From Whys To Wise Podcast [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEHKlG9meP8wXolrKV1mLmeJzgv_3DxD4&si=29cGnJFos9mh9j-A⁠] ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 1:00 Jordan's Neurospice 2:25 Early work experiences and quitting jobs 4:00 Realizing work systems were the problem 7:00 Expectations, pressure, and productivity myths 12:15 Masking at work1 3:10 Burnout and long-term cost 18:30 What support actually looks like 25:00 Redefining success and sustainability 32:00 Boundaries, energy, and capacity 41:00 What Jordan wishes workplaces understood 46:00 Closing reflections and takeaways 🤗 JOIN THE FAM: ⊹ Insta | https://instagram.com/_anthonygauna [https://instagram.com/_anthonygauna] ⊹ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@_anthonygauna [https://www.tiktok.com/@_anthonygauna] ⊹ Website | https://anthonygauna.com [https://anthonygauna.com] ⊹ Business Inquiries | anthony@anthonygauna.com [anthony@anthonygauna.com] CREDITS: ⊹ Recorded Using Riverside [https://anthonygauna.com/Riverside] ⊹ Camera Used - Sony FX30 [https://anthonygauna.com/sony-fx30⁠] ⊹ Edited By Me Using Davinci Resolve [https://anthonygauna.com/davinci] ⊹ Music Provided By Epidemic Sound [https://anthonygauna.com/epidemic]

Learning to Work With My Mind, Not Against It (Ashley's AuDHD Journey)

In this episode of Neurospice Latte, I dive into a heartfelt conversation with Ashley, exploring the intricate dance between autism and ADHD. Together, we share personal stories of navigating neurodivergence, the challenges of masking, and the journey towards self-acceptance. Ashley opens up about her unique coping strategies, from visual reminders to habit stacking, offering listeners a glimpse into her world. ✍️ APPLY TO BE A GUEST: If you enjoy this episode and want to share your own story, you can apply to be a guest. I’d love to feature neurodivergent voices and the unique ways you make life work. ⊹ Apply Here [https://anthonygauna.com/podcast-sign-up/]! 🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONED: ⊹ Akiflow Calendar App [https://anthonygauna.com/akiflow] ⊹ Hildegard Von Blingin' [https://youtu.be/V7jOobdrdGo?si=6JfXOv0T3hDfPDnO] ⊹ Souper Cubes [https://amzn.to/4qMRJzr] ⊹ Plate stacker [https://amzn.to/49l3iqd] ⊹ Cup/bottle storage [https://amzn.to/450bwCT] ⊹ Magnetic shelves [https://amzn.to/3N6DvL3] ⊹ Cabinet shelves [https://amzn.to/4qb6Oef] ⊹ Hanging produce basket [https://amzn.to/3NwLvFb] ⊹ Dish rack [https://amzn.to/49IKUcb] 🤲 DONATE: This podcast is made independently using my own time and resources. If you'd like to help support the podcast, you can donate any amount. It’s greatly appreciated. ⊹ Donate Today [https://anthonygauna.com/donate] ⏰ CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction 02:49 Balancing Routine and Impulsivity 04:51 Safe Foods and Meal Prep 12:05 The Journey to Diagnosis: Family Insights and Frustrations 14:01 Processing the Diagnosis 29:52 Communication Challenges and Learning 34:59 Masking and Its Implications 39:46 Creating a Personalized Space 49:27 Visual Reminders for Daily Tasks 52:50 The Power of Apps and Technology in Daily Life 56:23 Navigating Routines and Time Management 01:00:11 Emotional Regulation and Healing 01:03:51 Transformative Advice 01:07:12 Habit Stacking for Efficiency 🤗 JOIN THE FAM: ⊹ Instagram [https://instagram.com/_anthonygauna] ⊹ Website [https://anthonygauna.com] ⊹ TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@_anthonygauna] ⊹ Business Inquiries | anthony@anthonygauna.com [anthony@anthonygauna.com] CREDITS: ⊹ Recorded Using Riverside [https://anthonygauna.com/Riverside] ⊹ Edited Using Davinci Resolve [https://anthonygauna.com/davinci] ⊹ Music Provided By Epidemic Sound [https://anthonygauna.com/epidemic]