Summary
In this episode, George Nursey interviews Monica Gareta from Barcelona, Spain, about her experience living with ADHD. Monica shares her struggles growing up and the impact of her mother's death at a young age. She discusses how she overcame social issues and developed her social skills. Monica also talks about the need for structure and organization in her life and how exercise helps regulate her mood. She shares her perspective on neurodiversity in Spain and the challenges faced by individuals with ADHD. The conversation concludes with Monica's future plans to help families and her decision not to seek a formal diagnosis.
Takeaway
Choosing personal growth over ADHD Diagnosis is a very powerful mindset. Monica demonstrates this with wisdom.
Monica's Contacts details and Socials
https://www.instagram.com/monicag_91
https://www.facebook.com/monica.garetablanco
https://twitter.com/Monica_GD91
https://www.linkedin.com/in/monica-gareta-6899b3264
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:07 Growing up with ADHD
05:43 Overcoming Challenges and Building Social Skills
10:32 Recognizing ADHD Behaviors
12:52 The Need for Structure and Organization
15:21 The Importance of Exercise and Mood Regulation
20:54 Attitudes Towards Neurodiversity in Spain
24:38 Diagnosis and Medication
27:14 Emotional Intelligence and ADHD
31:36 Success and ADHD
37:51 Future Plans and Helping Others
42:46 Seeking Diagnosis and Conclusion