If you’ve been following my journey since THE MISSING PIECE was released in January 2024, you’ll know how stressful it’s been for New Zealand adults seeking an ADHD diagnosis and accessing stimulant medication. Here’s a clear update on what’s changed: No More Two‑Year Psychiatrist Reassessments (from 1 December 2024) Until late 2024, anyone taking funded ADHD...Continue reading
I’ve been enjoying the seasonal shift of May – golden leaves crunching underfoot, the crisp bite in the morning air, the comforting scent of the burning wood fire, warm socks, early dusks, and endless cups of tea. That’s what autumn means to me. It’s been a strange-old month here in rural Waikato. The days are...Continue reading
As we close the chapter on April, I’m taking a moment to reflect on what has been a fun and hectic month. Personal Highlights A special highlight this month was attending Ages of Pages, a wonderful author event celebrating New Zealand and Australian writers. It was a privilege to be surrounded by so many passionate...Continue reading
It’s been another happy and busy month! I reflect on a month of March musings. On a personal noteBack in the veggie patch, I’ve finally cracked a weeding system that actually works for me! Instead of dragging barrow-loads of green waste to the compost bins, I’ve started pushing weeds and spent plants to the outer...Continue reading
February has been a month of great conversations, shared experiences, and exciting opportunities to support the ADHD community. On a Personal Note When I’m not writing or podcasting, I’ve been spending a lot of time in my veggie jungle, foraging and loving every minute of it. This whopper is a tromboncino, and while I have...Continue reading
A busy month of connecting, sharing, and planning! January has been filled with meaningful conversations, inspiring stories, and exciting projects. Whether through conversations with trailblazers or personal reflections, my mission remains the same: to create a space where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported. The Power of Neurodivergent Storytelling One of the most rewarding aspects...Continue reading
Over the past few months, I’ve had the privilege of connecting with incredible individuals and exploring the many layers of life with ADHD through my podcast, ADHDifference, and beyond. From life-changing news to inspiring conversations, here’s a glimpse of what we’ve been up to. The Power of Connection One of the most rewarding aspects of...Continue reading
It’s worldwide ADHD Awareness Month and it will come as no surprise that I’m ‘all in’ with this campaign! Every day this month I’ll be raising awareness, celebrating difference, highlighting challenges, and busting a few ADHD myths. October 31: Thank you for your support this #adhdawarenessmonth2024 … thanks for sticking with me! Let’s not limit...Continue reading
UK Summer holiday reading, anyone? THE MISSING PIECE will be available in paperback in the UK for release on 18 July 2024. *UPDATE: Woohoo! Not only is THE MISSING PIECE available at WH Smith, it’s also available through Amazon UK, Blackwells, UK Bookshop.org, Foyles, Hive and Waterstones. Original Post: Well, that’s very exciting! WHSmith have...Continue reading
ICEBERG, one of the tracks from our Unmasked album (2024), draws on the parallels of being partially seen, yes, just like an iceberg. While only a small portion of ourselves may be visible at any one time, so much remains hidden below the surface: the unexplored, the good, and the not-so-good. The Unmasked album as...Continue reading