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Finding Yourself Whilst Losing Your Business

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"I’m really grateful I’ve been gifted that perspective”

Chef Mary-Ellen McTague faced two of life’s biggest tests; the loss of her business and a marriage, compounded by the revelation of her ADHD.

Business psychologist and Executive Coach, Hazel Showell explores the intersection of life's toughest transitions and the unexpected gifts they can bring. In this episode, you’ll hear how chaos can lead to clarity and why it's never too late to embrace the gifts of neurodivergence.

After the closure of her restaurants and the end of her marriage, a chance conversation with a friend got Mary-Ellen to think there could be a reason for her struggles. As she grapples with the diagnosis of ADHD, discover how Mary-Ellen transforms her struggles into strengths, redefines success, and learns to practice self-compassion. It's a story that will inspire anyone who's ever felt out of step with the world around them.

You can read Hazel's accompanying blog for this episode here

You can also download the self-compassion worksheet here