The Actualizing Woman

Hey! Well it happened! and it wasn't what I thought it would be.. In this episode, I talk about the fall-out after my ADHD assessment. Turns out its ASD! Having a (pre) diagnosis of autism at 55 years old has hit me hard. What does this mean for me now? Why am I feeling a sense of grief and overwhelming sadness at this news? BUT, on the other hand ... how empowering this is too! To be given this life-changing nugget of information by 'the two wonderful women' (the psychologists) explaining why I have been feeling disconnected, dysfunctional, over-emotional and confused for all these decades! Now I have the opportunity to learn more about myself, why I am how I am, and to grow and accept myself - to ACTUALIZE that little bit more!
Recommended Reading (These links will redirect you to Amazon. We use affiliate links and may earn a commission)
https://amzn.to/3WJC1r7 Odd Girl Out
https://amzn.to/46G3BKF Taking Off the Mask: Practical Exercises to Understand and Minimise the Effects of Autistic Camouflaging
https://amzn.to/4clW19i Aspergirls: Empowering females with Asperger Syndrome
For suggestions and stories, E-mail: [email protected]
The Actualizing Woman is a place where, as a community, listeners are invited to contribute their own experiences of growth, healing and self-development. We'd like to hear from you if you have experienced a pivotal moment in your life, such as: menopause, divorce, marriage, empty nest, a health issue, which has offered you the opportunity to re-evaluate your status quo and consequently set off in a new direction - whatever that may be.
So, have you set yourself on a path towards your re-invention; on a new journey of discovery about yourself, creating your own healthier actualizing conditions, where you have been able to thrive authentically, feel more fulfilled, and realize your true potential in life?
If you would like to donate a small gift, it would be extremely appreciated, thank you x
https://ko-fi.com/theactualizingwoman
Hosted by Clare Bailey, counselling psychotherapist, author, transformational life coach and hypnotherapist (BA Hons) MBACP DHP Acc.Hyp.

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With an ADHD assessment appointment coming up, I'm forced to think about what that could mean for me. As an older woman, how could my life have been different if this potential diagnosis had been given years before. Whatever happens, it's going to be an opportunity for me to learn more about who I am..
Recommended Reading (These links will redirect you to Amazon. We use affiliate links and may earn a commission)
https://amzn.to/3M4117S Gabor Mate 'Scattered Minds'
https://amzn.to/3X1zXfM The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
For suggestions and stories, E-mail: [email protected]
The Actualizing Woman is a place where, as a community, listeners are invited to contribute their own experiences of growth, healing and self-development. We'd like to hear from you if you have experienced a pivotal moment in your life, such as: menopause, divorce, marriage, empty nest, a health issue, which has offered you the opportunity to re-evaluate your status quo and consequently set off in a new direction - whatever that may be.
So, have you set yourself on a path towards your re-invention; on a new journey of discovery about yourself, creating your own healthier actualizing conditions, where you have been able to thrive authentically, feel more fulfilled, and realize your true potential in life?
If you would like to donate a small gift, it would be extremely appreciated, thank you x
https://ko-fi.com/theactualizingwoman
Hosted by Clare Bailey, counselling psychotherapist, author, transformational life coach and hypnotherapist (BA Hons) MBACP DHP Acc.Hyp.

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Sanity Vs Money Quandary - What do you Choose?
This episode is about my relationship with money - actually, it's more about how I earn it! I feel like my soul is dying when I work for someone else, but... its consistent and a reliable income. My soul screams at me, telling me that for the sake of my sanity, I should be self-employed.. I am stuck in that blimmin' awful place and while it's short term and I've been here many times before, I wanted to explore it all with you.
Have you been in this situation before? What did you do? How did it all work out?
Recommended Reading (These links will redirect you to Amazon. We use affiliate links and may earn a commission)
https://amzn.to/3WJC1r7 Odd Girl Out
https://amzn.to/46G3BKF Taking Off the Mask: Practical Exercises to Understand and Minimise the Effects of Autistic Camouflaging
https://amzn.to/4clW19i Aspergirls: Empowering females with Asperger Syndrome
For suggestions and stories, E-mail: [email protected]
The Actualizing Woman is a place where, as a community, listeners are invited to contribute their own experiences of growth, healing and self-development. We'd like to hear from you if you have experienced a pivotal moment in your life, such as: menopause, divorce, marriage, empty nest, a health issue, which has offered you the opportunity to re-evaluate your status quo and consequently set off in a new direction - whatever that may be.
So, have you set yourself on a path towards your re-invention; on a new journey of discovery about yourself, creating your own healthier actualizing conditions, where you have been able to thrive authentically, feel more fulfilled, and realize your true potential in life?
Hosted by Clare Bailey, counselling psychotherapist, author, transformational life coach and hypnotherapist (BA Hons) MBACP, MNCPS Acc. DHP Acc.Hyp.

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Why do you want to leave Clare? Err.. because I'm rotting in this place! PART 2
I talk even more about some of my reasons for leaving the UK.. I talk about my potential diagnosis of ADHD and what that might mean for me, and also about WHO I will be, and CAN be, living in France. Once again, I talk about the book by Natalie Rogers and quote from this book. 'Emerging Woman' A Decade of MidLife Transitions.
The Actualizing Woman is a place where, as a community, listeners are invited to contribute their own experiences of growth, healing and self-development. We'd like to hear from you if you have experienced a pivotal moment in your life, such as: menopause, divorce, marriage, empty nest, a health issue, which has offered you the opportunity to re-evaluate your status quo and consequently set off in a new direction. So, have you set yourself on a path towards your re-invention; on a new journey of discovery, creating your own healthier actualizing conditions, where you have been able to thrive authentically, feel more fulfilled, and realize your true potential in life?
For suggestions and stories, E-mail: [email protected]
If you would like to donate a small gift, it would be extremely appreciated, thank you x
https://ko-fi.com/theactualizingwoman
Hosted by Clare Bailey, counselling psychotherapist, author, transformational life coach and hypnotherapist (BA Hons) MBACP DHP Acc.Hyp.

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Welcome to The Actualizing Woman - This is a short introduction to me, Clare Bailey, and an outline of what to expect in this show.
The Actualizing Woman - Seeking and Celebrating Authenticity, Potential and Fulfilment. Hi, I'm Clare and I’m a post-menopausal, pre-diagnosed autistic singleton and entrepreneur with a background as a teacher and chocolatier, seeking to carve out an ideal life for myself in France, as I move confidently into my evening-y years, while allowing myself to perhaps finally, explore who I truly am.
Also in this podcast, I will be having conversations with everyday women who have made a radical change in their life; women who have broken away from a stereotypical life or perhaps have experienced a pivotal moment in their lives, which has offered them the opportunity to re-evaluate themselves; on a journey of self-discovery, realization of their great potential and consequently have found fulfillment in their lives.
I’ll be exploring with them what the change was, why they made the change, what they learned about themselves, and what is different about their lives, now that change has been made.

And I’ll also be talking to women who feel ready to change something about their lives. Women who want to make that step closer to themselves; towards who they really are, but are struggling to know the first step to take. Perhaps women who are
stuck in a life that doesn’t fit them anymore, wanting to do something radical, something bigger, something that helps them feel passionate, inspired.... alive!

I'd like to hear from you if you are on a path towards your re-invention and creating your own healthier actualizing conditions, where you are able to thrive authentically, feel more fulfilled, and realize your true potential in life.
Let me know YOUR story by emailing: [email protected]
If you would like to donate a small gift, it would be extremely appreciated, thank you x
https://ko-fi.com/theactualizingwoman
Hosted by Clare Bailey, counselling psychotherapist, author, transformational life coach and hypnotherapist (BA Hons) MBACP DHP Acc.Hyp.

Support the show