In this episode of the Midlife Grace podcast, host Ginger Monceaux speaks with Karen Herd, a trailblazer in marketing and women's empowerment. They discuss the unique challenges faced by women with ADHD, particularly in the context of faith and mental health. Karen shares her personal journey with ADHD, emphasizing the importance of understanding brain health and the impact of nutrition. The conversation highlights the need for women to embrace their strengths and creativity while navigating societal expectations and personal challenges. Karen also offers practical advice on nutritional support and lifestyle changes that can benefit women with ADHD, encouraging them to see their condition as a feature rather than an identity.

takeaways

• ADHD is often misdiagnosed in women during perimenopause.
• Understanding brain health is crucial for effective parenting.
• Women with ADHD can harness their creativity as a strength.
• Nutritional support plays a vital role in managing ADHD symptoms.
• Faith can provide a framework for understanding mental health challenges.
• Women internalize stress and judgment more than men.
• Hydration and protein intake are essential for brain function.
• ADHD is not a struggle once understood and managed properly.
• Women can train their brains to improve focus and memory.
• Community support is important for women navigating ADHD.

titles

• Empowering Women with ADHD
• Navigating Mental Health and Faith

Sound Bites

• "Set the captives free."
• "We can be doctors as well."
• "Embrace your creativity."
• "You can train your brain."
• "ADHD women have superpowers."

Chapters

00:00

Empowering Women Through Health and Leadership

05:51

Understanding ADHD in Women

12:39

Navigating Mental Health and Faith

19:52

Nutritional Support for ADHD Women

25:06

Embracing ADHD as a Strength

Connect with Karen through her website www.WomanWize.com or on

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/womanwize

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karenminerhurd/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womanwize

Listen to her podcast: Divine Healthy Living on Spotify or your favorite podcast player

https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/divine-healthy-living

Get the Neurospicy Girl Guide to Memory & Focus for the tools and strategies that Karen uses to keep her brain focused, healthy and young! https://womanwize.com

www.WomanWize.com