In this powerful episode of Finding Your Pink , renowned artist and designer Helen Steele joins us to explore the vibrant, challenging, and often misunderstood world of ADHD. Helen shares her journey from a childhood of getting in trouble and doing laps in the garden to burn off energy, to discovering how doodling became a lifeline—eventually leading to a thriving creative career. Helen opens up about being diagnosed in her 30s, the complexities of ADHD during menopause, the impact of medication, and the inner conflict of not being "neurotypical.She shares stories of nativity plays in November to manage childhood hyperactivity, the emotional toll of not fitting in, and how anxiety and masking led to an eating disorder. But this is also a story of triumph: of seeing ADHD not as a limitation, but as a superpower.Plus—don’t miss Helen’s incredible take on the history of pink, and why it’s far more radical and exceptional than you think.This is an episode about creativity, courage, and embracing difference—and it’s not one to miss.Listen Now Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
✨TRIGGER WARNING - This episode is about the death of a child✨In this powerful and deeply moving episode, I sit down with Nicola Marshall, a courageous mother who lost her beloved son Lucas in a tragic accident while on holiday in Spain in 2019. Just three days after his passing, Nicola faced the darkest moment of her life — a moment when she almost chose to end it all. But instead, she made the hardest decision of all: to stay, to feel, and to heal.Through her journey of grief, Nicola not only faced the loss of Lucas but was also compelled to confront her own childhood trauma and the earlier loss of her brother. What has emerged from this unimaginable pain is a new version of Nicola — no longer the person she once was, but a shining light of colour, compassion, and hope for others walking the path of grief.In this raw and honest conversation, Nicola cried, I cried — and you might cry too. But you’ll also witness resilience, love, and the extraordinary power of choosing life even when it feels impossible.This is an episode about grief, healing, and finding a way to a new kind of pink in the aftermath of loss.Nicola's website is -https://www.nicola-marshall.com/Nicola's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nicolamarshall.griefandgrace/Nicola's Ted Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYF_4m4r5Yw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this short and special solo episode, I (Emma! )take a few minutes to reflect on Series 1 of Finding Your Pink — why I started this podcast, the beautiful stories we’ve shared, and the incredible guests who trusted me with their truth.From motherhood to burnout, from baby loss to bold reinvention — each guest brought their own unique shade of pink. I share highlights from every episode, the unexpected moments that moved me most, and a heartfelt thank you to you — the listeners who showed up, messaged, and made this journey so meaningful.Plus, I give you a little glimpse into what’s coming in Series 2: from a popstar to a bafta winner , solo parenting to showing up bravely in the hardest of moments — we’re just getting started.Thank you for being here. Your voice, your story, and your pink still matter — now more than ever.Season 2 launches July 14th — see you then. 💗 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Finding Your Pink is about all the moments in life where women lose themselves — and the bold, beautiful ways they find themselves again.Like flamingos, women can lose their vibrant pink when they’ve spent too long nurturing others, pouring into work, family, relationships, or simply surviving the demands of life. That colour — their joy, voice, identity — fades quietly in the background.This podcast is about getting it back.Hosted by broadcaster and author Emma Ledden, Finding Your Pink is a warm, honest space where women share the real stories behind reinvention, resilience, and rediscovery. Yes, motherhood is part of many of these journeys — but so is grief, career change, burnout, passion, confidence, and the quiet moments no one sees.Each episode invites you into a conversation with a woman who’s navigated something real — and come out the other side more herself than ever.Tune in every 2 weeks for empowering conversations to help you to find your pink again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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