Hosted by Charlie & Jason

The Way Out | A Sobriety & Recovery Podcast

Hosted by Charlie & Jason

  • Unmasked: Serena Palmer on ADHD, Addiction & Recovery | Episode 466

Unmasked: Serena Palmer on ADHD, Addiction & Recovery | Episode 466

Sunday 7th September 2025

Serena Palmer shares her journey through recovery, exploring the connection between ADHD and addiction.
128 minutes
Inspiring
Informative
Hopeful
Honest
Healing

About this podcast

The Way Out | A Sobriety & Recovery Podcast
Author:
Hosted by Charlie & Jason
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Links:
Visit site
Rounded Button Dark
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

Serena Palmer: ADHD, Addiction & Recovery

Episode Overview

  • ADHD and addiction are often interconnected.
  • Recovery requires honesty and openness.
  • Social media can raise awareness but may trivialise ADHD.
  • Box breathing is effective for managing emotional overwhelm.
  • Living authentically in sobriety is liberating.
Recover loudly so others don't die quietly.
Ever wondered what it takes to tackle addiction head-on while dealing with ADHD? This episode of The Way Out Podcast features Serena Palmer, an author and ADHD coach, who shares her compelling story of recovery from alcoholism. Serena dives into the intertwined nature of ADHD and addiction, shedding light on how these two challenges often go hand-in-hand. She candidly talks about her journey to sobriety, including the moment she realised the harm her addiction was causing her daughter.
Her path to recovery wasn't easy, but it was transformative, leading her to embrace her authentic self and rediscover the magic in everyday life. Serena's story is a testament to the power of recovery communities and the importance of sharing one's struggles out loud. She also touches on the role of social media in raising awareness about ADHD, cautioning against its potential to trivialise the condition.
With insights into the science behind ADHD and addiction, Serena offers practical advice on coping mechanisms, like box breathing and meditation, that have helped her manage emotional overwhelm. Her mantra of 'recover loudly so others don't die quietly' encapsulates her commitment to living a life of honesty and openness. As you read through Serena's journey, you'll find yourself inspired by her resilience and determination to create a life filled with choices and magic.
Could this be the spark you need to explore your own path to recovery?
alcoholfree.com
Published by The Mindful Drinking Company Limited
4 Providence Court, Pynes Hill, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5JL, England
Registered in England and Wales.
Company Number: 1195057. Vat Number: GB320915135.
Registered address as above.
© Copyright 2005-2025 The Mindful Drinking Company Limited.
All Rights Reserved.
alcoholfree.com is a participant in the Amazon Associates Programme, an affiliate advertising programme designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.co.uk. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.