Georgia Yexley: Professional disclosure & work/life balance
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05/08/23 • 65 min
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Episode 136 with Georgia Yexley.
“After my diagnosis, I was flooded with memories. There was all this footage that I was scrolling through and analyzing with a new lens.”
Georgia is an inclusive sustainable mobility expert and advocate based in London. Having worked with hundreds of cities across the globe on achieving their sustainable transport aims, she now advises the public, private, and third sector on achieving inclusive sustainable mobility, through her business, Loud Mobility.
Following the sudden loss of a loved one, Georgia went on a journey of self-discovery that led to her ADHD diagnosis. She wrote an open letter to her industry peers opening up about her experiences and diagnosis, and has begun the process of integrating this new awareness into her work.
We talk all about the outcomes of her self-disclosure, her road to establishing professional boundaries, and how she manages work/life balance with her new business.
Georgia shares how the best thing she gained from her diagnosis was a capacity for self-compassion she never realized was dearly lacking, and a greater awareness of how important it is to live in alignment with her values.
Website: loudmobility.co.uk
Instagram: @georgia.yexley
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Georgia’s open letter on LinkedIn
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Episode edited by E Podcast Productions
Find the transcript of this episode at www.womenandadhd.com/transcripts
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Small group coaching with Katy: www.womenandadhd.com/groupcoaching
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Episode 136 with Georgia Yexley.
“After my diagnosis, I was flooded with memories. There was all this footage that I was scrolling through and analyzing with a new lens.”
Georgia is an inclusive sustainable mobility expert and advocate based in London. Having worked with hundreds of cities across the globe on achieving their sustainable transport aims, she now advises the public, private, and third sector on achieving inclusive sustainable mobility, through her business, Loud Mobility.
Following the sudden loss of a loved one, Georgia went on a journey of self-discovery that led to her ADHD diagnosis. She wrote an open letter to her industry peers opening up about her experiences and diagnosis, and has begun the process of integrating this new awareness into her work.
We talk all about the outcomes of her self-disclosure, her road to establishing professional boundaries, and how she manages work/life balance with her new business.
Georgia shares how the best thing she gained from her diagnosis was a capacity for self-compassion she never realized was dearly lacking, and a greater awareness of how important it is to live in alignment with her values.
Website: loudmobility.co.uk
Instagram: @georgia.yexley
Links:
Georgia’s open letter on LinkedIn
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Episode Sponsor:
This episode is brought to you by Llama Life, the beautifully-designed, simple, and flexible app that uses time-boxing to help keep you focused as you work through your To Do list. Enjoy a 7-day free trial at Llamalife.co, then use the code KATYLLAMA20 for 20% off your first payment
Episode Sponsor:
This episode is brought to you by Loop Earplugs, a discreet and effective solution for managing sensory input, which can help individuals with autism, ADHD, or sensory issues to feel more comfortable and in control of your environment. Head to loopearplugs.com/WomenADHD and use the code LOOPXWOMENADHD for 15% off your order.
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Exclusive Deals for Listeners:
Green Chef, the #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. If you struggle with meal prep like I do, head to GreenChef.com/womenadhd60 and use code WOMENADHD60 to get 60% off plus free shipping.
Dr. Steve’s Caffeine Melts. Sublingual caffeine changes the game and bypasses the stomach to activate my brain (not my gut). I get a boost of energy that’s cleaner and long-lasting, with no crashing or jittery feelings. Use the code WOMENADHD25 for 25% off your order.
Tru Earth, the smarter way to clean laundry. Try Tru Earth’s Laundry Detergent Eco Strips today at tru.earth/WOMENADHD and use code WOMENADHD at checkout for 12% off your order.
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Episode edited by E Podcast Productions
Find the transcript of this episode at www.womenandadhd.com/transcripts
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Small group coaching with Katy: www.womenandadhd.com/groupcoaching
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Work 1-on-1 with Katy: www.womenandadhd.com/coaching
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Order the “Hey, it’s ADHD!” course: www.womenandadhd.com/adhdcourse
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Finally ... you've found your people! Now come join us in the Women & ADHD online community: www.womenand...
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Diana Costea: Authenticity, acceptance & the road less traveled
Episode 135 with Diana Costea.
“Society wants us to focus on one thing and do it well, but that will never be me.”
Diana is a 22-year-old from Romania. She has a degree in psychology and is currently volunteering in Turkey as a youth worker and English teacher with the European Solidarity Corps Program.
Diana discovered her ADHD a little over a year ago, and since then, she feels she finally has the courage to allow herself to be different and instead of minimizing or masking it, to befriend her neurodivergence and help others see the world through different angles.
Diana has also started a career as a personal development coach, where she supports and guides young or aspiring entrepreneurs in their career journeys.
We talk about authenticity & radical acceptance, learning how to ask for help, and finding and developing our own paths, despite what others might expect from us.
Website: https://costeadiana482.wixsite.com/pscyhandstories
Instagram: @psychandstories_diana
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This episode is brought to you by Loop Earplugs, a discreet and effective solution for managing sensory input, which can help individuals with autism, ADHD, or sensory issues to feel more comfortable and in control of your environment. Head to loopearplugs.com/WomenADHD and use the code LOOPXWOMENADHD for 15% off your order.
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Dr. Steve’s Caffeine Melts. Sublingual caffeine changes the game and bypasses the stomach to activate my brain (not my gut). I get a boost of energy that’s cleaner and long-lasting, with no crashing or jittery feelings. Use the code WOMENADHD25 for 25% off your order.
Tru Earth, the smarter way to clean laundry. Try Tru Earth’s Laundry Detergent Eco Strips today at tru.earth/WOMENADHD and use code WOMENADHD at checkout for 12% off your order.
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Find the transcript of this episode at www.womenandadhd.com/transcripts
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Michelle Swerin: Anxiety, text therapy & meditating on our laundry piles
Episode 137 with Michelle Swerin.
“I can't tell you how many jobs I had as a teenager. I mean, easily 20. I was never fired, I just lost interest really quickly.”
Michelle is a licensed therapist, certified meditation teacher, and certified instructional designer. She is also a neurodivergent mother of two and the founder of Create Space Health, a telehealth clinic focused on incorporating meditation into mental health therapy.
Michelle saw big changes in her own life when she began practicing meditation. Since then, she has become a certified meditation teacher and has been able to merge her clinical training and meditation experience into her practice to help those struggling with mental health challenges. She is passionate about bringing mindfulness and meditation into the clinical space, where she believes it can have a larger impact on the treatment of mental health disorders.
Michelle and I talk about ADHD-friendly approaches to meditation, and we also talk about high-functioning anxiety and the negative effects of masking, and how meditation and mindfulness therapy can help.
This interview was also recorded the day after Michelle and I hosted an Instagram Live on “Advocating for Neurodivergent Mental Health Care” — it was a fantastic conversation, so if you love today’s episode, I highly recommend you check out the recording.
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Website: createspacehealth.com
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This episode is brought to you by Llama Life, the beautifully-designed, simple, and flexible app that uses time-boxing to help keep you focused as you work through your To Do list. Enjoy a 7-day free trial at Llamalife.co, then use the code KATYLLAMA20 for 20% off your first payment
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Green Chef, the #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. If you struggle with meal prep like I do, head to GreenChef.com/womenadhd60 and use code WOMENADHD60 to get 60% off plus free shipping.
Tru Earth, the smarter way to clean laundry. Try Tru Earth’s Laundry Detergent Eco Strips today at tru.earth/WOMENADHD and use code WOMENADHD at checkout for 12% off your order.
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Episode edited by E Podcast Productions
Find the transcript of this episode at www.womenandadhd.com/transcripts
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Small group coaching with Katy: www.womenandadhd.com/groupcoaching
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Work 1-on-1 with Katy: www.womenandadhd.com/coaching
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Order the “Hey, it’s ADHD!” course: www.womenandadhd.com/adhdcourse
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Finally ... you've found your people! Now come join us in the Women & ADHD online community: www.womenandadhd.com
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