#27 Love Me or Leave Me: Protecting Your Energy & Becoming Unstoppable
In this season finale episode, I'm getting real about the lessons I've learned over the past year that have transformed me into a more resilient, self-assured person. It hasn't been an easy journey, but I'm now at a place where I'm fiercely protective of my energy and no longer afraid to say 'love me or leave me.'I dive into the importance of setting boundaries, letting go of toxic friendships, and embracing the 'dark side' of my personality. I share how I've learned to spot the difference between true supporters and fake friends, and why I now prioritise the validation of strangers over the judgment of those who've known me longest. Most importantly, I reflect on how hitting rock bottom allowed me to rebuild myself from the ground up, emerging stronger, more self-aware, and truly unstoppable. -Have you gone through a similar journey or are considering seeking an ADHD diagnosis? Get in touch with me via Instagram, I’d love to chat and continue the conversation. Also, if you wish to show your support for the podcast, you can rate it on Spotify, leave a comment, or review on Apple Podcasts. This way more people can find us and our Divergent AF community can grow. Connect with me:Instagram - @divergent.a.f
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#26 Intuitive AF: Embracing Our Superpower of Intuition and Inner Knowing
In this episode I reflect on my journey from emotional burnout to confidence and clarity. I share how embracing neurodivergence, particularly deep intuition and sharp pattern recognition that often come with ADHD, has helped me make better decisions and build stronger relationships. This episode is a reminder to trust your instincts even when others don’t understand them, and offers honest insights and practical tips for others navigating similar paths.-Have you gone through a similar journey or are considering seeking an ADHD diagnosis? Get in touch with me via Instagram, I’d love to chat and continue the conversation. Also, if you wish to show your support for the podcast, you can rate it on Spotify, leave a comment, or review on Apple Podcasts. This way more people can find us and our Divergent AF community can grow. Connect with me:Instagram - @divergent.a.f
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#25 From Kingpin to Prison: Inside the ADHD Brain of Josh Townshend, the Man Behind NZ’s Biggest Underground Steroid Operation
This week I sit down with Josh Townshend, a psychology student, life coach, and former inmate, to unpack the powerful intersections of ADHD, emotional regulation, and life transformation. Diagnosed with ADHD later in life, Josh reflects on how undiagnosed symptoms contributed to impulsivity, risky behaviour, and eventually his time in prison. But this is not a story of defeat — it’s one of resilience, redemption, and radical self-awareness.Josh opens up about the emotional wounds from early relationships, the impact of prison on his mindset, and how his diagnosis has helped him understand his past and reshape his future.If you wish to show your support for the podcast, you can rate it on Spotify, leave a comment, or review on Apple Podcasts. This way more people can find us and our Divergent AF community can grow. Connect with me:Instagram - @divergent.a.fConnect with Josh:Instagram - @townshendjosh
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#24 ADHD Traits That Deserve a Standing Ovation
In the last episode I spoke about the things I despise about my ADHD, so this week I thought I’d flip the script by celebrating the traits I love in myself and fellow ADHDers. From calmness in a crisis to a sharp sense of humor, I dive into the unique strengths that come with a neurodivergent mind.This episode is a refreshing, honest, and empowering look at the brilliance behind the chaos, packed with personal stories, laughs, and a whole lot of love for thinking differently.Key Takeaways:How ADHD can help you stay cool under pressureWhy thinking outside the box is a natural ADHD giftHow humour and info-dumping build connection and joy among ADHDerThe power of intuition, authenticity, and straight-up honestyHow hyperfocus and grit fuel creative breakthroughWhy ADHDers are often deeply compassionate and justice-drivenHave you gone through a similar journey or are considering seeking an ADHD diagnosis? Get in touch with me via Instagram, I’d love to chat and continue the conversation. Also, if you wish to show your support for the podcast, you can rate it on Spotify, leave a comment, or review on Apple Podcasts. This way more people can find us and our Divergent AF community can grow. Connect with me:Instagram - @divergent.a.f
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#24 ADHD Traits That Deserve a Standing Ovation
In the last episode I spoke about the things I despise about my ADHD, so this week I thought I’d flip the script by celebrating the traits I love in myself and fellow ADHDers. From calmness in a crisis to a sharp sense of humor, I dive into the unique strengths that come with a neurodivergent mind. This episode is a refreshing, honest, and empowering look at the brilliance behind the chaos, packed with personal stories, laughs, and a whole lot of love for thinking differently.Key Takeaways:How ADHD can help you stay cool under pressureWhy thinking outside the box is a natural ADHD giftHow humour and info-dumping build connection and joy among ADHDersThe power of intuition, authenticity, and straight-up honestyHow hyperfocus and grit fuel creative breakthroughsWhy ADHDers are often deeply compassionate and justice-drivenHave you gone through a similar journey or are considering seeking an ADHD diagnosis? Get in touch with me via Instagram, I’d love to chat and continue the conversation. Also, if you wish to show your support for the podcast, you can rate it on Spotify, leave a comment, or review on Apple Podcasts. This way more people can find us and our Divergent AF community can grow. Connect with me:Instagram - @divergent.a.f
I’m Selina Thomson — late-diagnosed, ADHD-fueled, and no longer toning it down. Divergent AF is all about oversharing unfiltered life experiences — the chaos, the clarity, and the contradictions of living neurodivergent. We’re cracking open the stuff we usually keep locked in our heads and saying it out loud. No fluff, no filter — just quick wit, real talk, and unapologetic authenticity. You are not too much, the others are not enough.
New Zealand