Trigger Warning: Suicide, suicidal ideation, death, grief & mental illness.

In this episode, I chat with Toya Haynes—a Philly creative, self-proclaimed music and vinyl nerd, woman of faith, and passionate ADHD and mental health advocate. 🎶🙏

Toya shares her journey of being diagnosed with ADHD at 41… on a Leap Day 📆! We talked about her experiences of navigating ADHD, depression, anxiety, grief, and the importance of seeking help ❤️‍🩹.

We also talk about the power of faith, church, therapy, medication, perimenopause and more! We covered PLENTY in only one part!

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Connect with and learn more about Toya:

📷Toya’s Instagram: @whatsgoodtoya

📰Toya’s Interview & Article on her ADHD diagnosis: Kaleidoscope Society: How an ADHD Diagnosis at 41 Helped Toya Take The Leap

CREDITS

🎙️Creator, Producer & Host: Lucie

👨🏻‍💻Editor: Trent Tucker

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In this episode, I sit down with Jenny Bethke- an ADHD Life Coach, parent, and foster parent- to chat about her experiences and work as an ADHD adult and coach 🧠. We covered everything from her late ADHD diagnosis to parenting neurodivergent kids, plus we got all brainy science-y 🧬 🥼talking about nervous systems and regulation 💥.

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Connect with and learn more about Jenny:

📷Jenny’s Instagram: @adhdishcoach

💻Jenny’s Website: Jenny Bethke ADHD Life Coach

CREDITS

🎙️Creator, Producer & Host: Lucie

👨🏻‍💻Editor: Trent Tucker

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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, besties 🎄🎊! It’s been a year. So much has happened, and honestly, all I can think and talk about is Japan. Yes, I survived—unmedicated in Japan 🇯🇵! Of course, I’ll have more to share in the new year—not just about Japan. There’ll be more guests, topics, and fun on the pod. Stay tuned!

Editor: Trent Tucker

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♪ I get money, I'm a star, star, star, star, star, star, star, I get money, I'm a star ♪

As I type this, I’m just 8 hours away from boarding my flight to Japan—how exciting is that? By the time you listen, I’ll already be there, indulging in sushi and soaking in the sights... all while navigating this trip unmedicated.

That’s right—this is my first time traveling without ADHD medication and the longest I’ve gone without it in years. It’s a big shift, and in this episode, I dive into the experience: How does it feel? Can we function without our meds? What’s the line between needing medication and being dependent on it?

These are big, complex questions, and I unpack them all (pun intended!) in this episode. Tune in for some honest reflections, insights, and more!

Editor: Trent Tucker

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This episode is a follow-up to my previous one, 'are you aware enough?' This time, I’m joined by my wonderful neurotypical partner, Trent. We explore ADHD awareness, the significance of supporting neurodiversity, and Trent's initial impressions of me when we first met—ADHD quirks and all! It’s an open conversation that delves into the deeper questions about living with ADHD and fostering better understanding.

Resources:

ADHD Awareness Month 2024

ADHD Foundation

Mental health helplines

Editor: Trent Tucker

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What does it truly mean to be aware of ADHD and neurodiversity beyond just one designated month? In this episode, I share my thoughts on ADHD Awareness Month—what it aims to achieve, the complexities around it, and why 'awareness' is both essential and potentially limited. Do we need it? Of course, but there’s more to consider. Let's unpack the layers of awareness and challenge the way we think about ADHD advocacy, not just in October, but all year round. Join me as I dive into these questions and explore a different perspective on awareness.

Resources:

ADHD Awareness Month 2024

ADHD Foundation

Mental health helplines

Editor: Trent Tucker

Get in touch with The Lucie Pod Here!

Trent's Youtube Channel

♪We woke up in the kitchen, saying, "How the hell did this sh** happen?", oh baby ♪

Alcohol, booze, the devil's liquor, champers, tipple, whatever you want to call it...alcohol is a lot! She's a bit controversial and for many (good reasons) and she's especially controversial when it comes to the ADHD brain. For some its their liquid luck, their way to mask their ADHDness and for others its a posion and not the fun one that they're talking about in that song. Let's dive into the impacts of alcohol on the ADHD brain!

Sources:

Australian Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline For ADHD FACTSHEET: ADHD WITH CO-OCCURING SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS

The Complicated Relationship Between Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and Substance Use Disorders

ADHD and Substance Abuse

How Alcohol Affects Those with ADHD

Resources:

Alcohol and other drug treatment services

Telephone and online services

Editor: Trent Tucker

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She’s baaaackkkk!! Ya girl did an early 2000s YouTuber hiatus and now she’s back with a life update all about new medication, sobriety and Charli xcx’s masterpiece album gym bRAT. Tune in for an update and convo with moi.

Editor: Trent Tucker

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Trent's Youtube Channel