Audiobooks are a great gateway when reading is not your forte or if you are trying to improve your reading you can listen to what has been said as well as following along with the physical booking. There are thousands of titles out there to suit any taste and all the key fiction and non-fiction books are covered. I cannot recommend this enough as a way of consuming really enjoyable literature and learning new things.
Episode 63 – Misdiagnosis for Autism and Becoming an Olympian with Caragh McMurtry
Caragh McMurtry, an Olympic Rower for Team GB, shares her remarkable journey on this podcast. Despite the already challenging path of pursuing Olympic excellence, Caragh’s neurodiversity added an extra layer of complexity. She reveals how she initially struggled as she was misdiagnosed with Bipolar Disorder and underwent ineffective treatments, including medication that hindered her rowing performance.
It took five years, until 2019, for Caragh to receive the correct diagnosis of High-functioning Autism. This revelation empowered her to embrace her uniqueness, leading to newfound happiness. Following her retirement after the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, Caragh founded Neurodiverse Sport CIC to ensure others with neurodiversity don’t face the same hurdles she did. Her mission is to provide support, education, and advocacy for neurodivergent athletes, believing that no athlete should feel isolated due to not conforming to neurotypical standards.
Caragh’s inspiring story highlights the importance of inclusivity in sports and is a must-listen for all.
