<p>This week’s guest is Professor Green, who opens up about his journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth, and the ongoing process of learning from past mistakes.</p><br><p>Professor Green shares his struggles with shame and addiction, discussing how he broke free from the cycle of destructive behavior by rejecting the people who kept him stuck. He talks about his late diagnosis of ADHD and autism, which helped him understand his challenges and stop masking his true self.</p><br><p>He also discusses the power of taking ownership of his actions, the role of medication in his recovery, and his near-death experience with substance misuse. This episode covers the following themes: identity, shame, addiction, ADHD, autism, vulnerability, recovery, and transformation.</p><br><p>Listen to Professor Green’s new single, “No Management”</p><br><p>Need Support?</p><p>Samaritans: Call 116 123 or visit samaritans.org</p><p>Narcotics Anonymous: na.org</p><p>Alcoholics Anonymous: alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk</p><p>Mental Health Mates: mentalhealthmates.co.uk</p><p>Shout: https: giveusashout.org</p><p>IAPT: https://www.england.nhs.uk/mental-health/adults/nhs-talking-therapies/</p><br><p>Saily 👉 Download SAILY in your app store and use our code mend at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For further details go to https://saily.com/mend</p><br><p>Heights👉 Join Matt in getting your energy back with Vitals. 20% off here: https://highpfrmc.com/au3-OTM20&nbsp;</p><br><p>Randox Health 👉 Take care of your health today and into the future. Save 20% on all health checks now with the code OTM20 at: https://highpfrmc.com/OTM_Randox_au1</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

On The Mend

High Performance

Diagnosed with Autism at 40: Professor Green’s Story

MAR 23, 202636 MIN
On The Mend

Diagnosed with Autism at 40: Professor Green’s Story

MAR 23, 202636 MIN

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<p>This week’s guest is Professor Green, who opens up about his journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth, and the ongoing process of learning from past mistakes.</p><br><p>Professor Green shares his struggles with shame and addiction, discussing how he broke free from the cycle of destructive behavior by rejecting the people who kept him stuck. He talks about his late diagnosis of ADHD and autism, which helped him understand his challenges and stop masking his true self.</p><br><p>He also discusses the power of taking ownership of his actions, the role of medication in his recovery, and his near-death experience with substance misuse. This episode covers the following themes: identity, shame, addiction, ADHD, autism, vulnerability, recovery, and transformation.</p><br><p>Listen to Professor Green’s new single, “No Management”</p><br><p>Need Support?</p><p>Samaritans: Call 116 123 or visit samaritans.org</p><p>Narcotics Anonymous: na.org</p><p>Alcoholics Anonymous: alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk</p><p>Mental Health Mates: mentalhealthmates.co.uk</p><p>Shout: https: giveusashout.org</p><p>IAPT: https://www.england.nhs.uk/mental-health/adults/nhs-talking-therapies/</p><br><p>Saily 👉 Download SAILY in your app store and use our code mend at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For further details go to https://saily.com/mend</p><br><p>Heights👉 Join Matt in getting your energy back with Vitals. 20% off here: https://highpfrmc.com/au3-OTM20&nbsp;</p><br><p>Randox Health 👉 Take care of your health today and into the future. Save 20% on all health checks now with the code OTM20 at: https://highpfrmc.com/OTM_Randox_au1</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>