ADHD, Self-Esteem & Identity with Amie Barlow
In this week's episode, Han is joined by Amie Barlow. Amie is an ADHD functional fitness coach and helps ADHD career-driven women break burnout and shed shame. Amie has personal experience of disordered eating, ADHD and a complicated relationship with fitness, which is what we discuss today.
- Amie's experience of ADHD and how this impacted her relationship with self due to masking.
- The impact of social media on Amie's mental health and self-worth.
- Exploration of the link between ADHD, body image and disordered eating.
- Re-establishing your identity
- Using perfectionism and dedication to your advantage, rather than becoming obsessive and reaching burn out.
- How Amie works with her clients to address their individual needs.
- How to determine when behaviours are disordered or healthy, particularly in our diet-obsessed society.
- How to navigate the need for chaos, limit distraction and support a healthy mind.
To find out more about Amie, you can follow her on Instagram @amiebfit_.
Kindly note, that this episode delves into sensitive eating disorder topics and neurodiversity. Remember to take care of yourself while listening, and always seek professional help if needed. This podcast is your bridge to insightful discussions, not a substitute for clinical guidance.
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