Sam Thompson: Blame, Masking and Never Feeling Enough

TV presenter Sam Thompson opens up about his late-stage ADHD diagnosis and the profound relief of finally finding a reason, not an excuse, for a lifetime of struggling. Sam shares the emotional reckoning of his diagnosis, recalling the moment he wept uncontrollably as the weight of self-blame, school struggles, and feeling "not enough" finally lifted.

He shares the practical, everyday tools that keep him grounded, how ADHD-specific therapy transformed his relationship, and why learning how your brain is wired is the first step to self-forgiveness.

It’s a completely honest, shame-free look at accepting who you are and realizing you were never broken.

This episode covers the following themes: Late-Diagnosis ADHD, Self-Forgiveness, Neurodiversity, Relationship Dynamics, and Practical Coping Tools.

Sam Thompson's new book You, Me & ADHD is available to purchase now: https://amzn.eu/d/04E9CMcg

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