Navigating Midlife, Perimenopause, and Neurodivergence with Lucy Lucraft

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This podcast episode features a rich conversation with Lucy Lucraft, a midlife, ADHD-diagnosed mother, journalist turned podcast producer, and advocate for a free Palestine.

Lucy & I delve into midlife experiences, discussing the challenges and weirdness of navigating the 'middle bit' of life, from peri-menopause and its symptoms, which can intersect with ADHD symptoms, to the adjustments in relationships and self-perception.

Lucy shares her late-in-life diagnosis of ADHD and autism, how it has reshaped her understanding of her needs and interactions and we ponder the societal pressures to achieve and conform, discussing the desire to want less and live a softer, more content life amidst messy midlife changes.

Episode Highlights:

02:27 Navigating Midlife: Challenges and Revelations

06:52 The Perimenopause Journey: Symptoms and Self-Discovery

12:03 ADHD in Midlife: A Personal Exploration

22:30 Finding Balance and Embracing Change in Midlife

28:12 Looking Ahead: Hopes for a Softer, More Content Future

Referenced in the episode:

Balance app

Psychiatry UK

About Guest name: Lucy Lucraft

Journalist turned podcast producer helping rule hating creatives are podcasts their own way. My Substack The Side Eye is full of musings (and a very good read!)

Instagram: @lucylucraft

Find out more: Lucy's website

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