Divine Enigma

Send us Fan Mail Hiring shouldn’t feel like a maze you have to sprint through. We slow it down and map a clear route: tailor your CV to value, prepare for interviews with repeatable frameworks, and make smart choices about disclosure, culture fit, and negotiation—especially if you’re neurodivergent and juggling burnout risk, memory load, or short tenures. Andrew Arkley, founder of Purple CV, bring...

Send us Fan Mail Are you tired of hearing "You don't look ADHD" or being told your struggles are "just a fad"? You're not alone. In this revealing conversation with Dr. Alex Cappai we unpack the unique challenges women with ADHD face in professional environments and why being believed is often the first significant hurdle. Dr. Alex Cappai dispels common myths about AD...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine crafting a stunning outfit overnight for a Nigerian wedding—sounds challenging, right? This story sets the stage for our episode on navigating the workplace with ADHD. We are joined by Jasmine, an inspiring entrepreneur who’s balancing her beauty business and the quirks of living with ADHD. Through our shared connection with the supportive community of ADHD Babes, we unrav...

Send us Fan Mail What if the unique challenges you face at work could actually be your superpowers? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Monique, a therapist who recently discovered her own dyslexia. Through her experiences, we unravel the often misunderstood world of neurodivergence in the workplace, exploring the burnout from masking conditions like ADHD and dyslexia, and reframing these...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered what it takes to create a legacy that inspires generations? Elizabeth's journey with A2i Dyslexia reveals the heart-wrenching reality of building an impactful charity that faced closure due to financial constraints. We unravel how her dedication—despite years of unpaid work—has ignited a movement within Black neurodivergent communities, leading to initi...

Send us Fan Mail What if understanding and embracing neurodiversity in the workplace could unlock untapped potential? Join our fascinating conversation with Elizabeth Takyi a passionate advocate for neurodiversity and inclusion, as she shares her transformative journey from being labeled negatively to discovering her unique strengths. Elizabeth takes us through her experiences growing up between G...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine uncovering the hidden narratives of neurodiversity within the prison walls—Dr. Alex, a distinguished psychiatrist, guides us through this transformative journey. From Italy to London, discover how a groundbreaking experience in a prison setting ignited their passion for forensic psychiatry. Dr. Alex sheds light on the unique mental health challenges faced by incarcerated w...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder how neurodivergent individuals navigate the complexities of the workplace? We sit down with Martin McKay, CEO and founder of Texthelp, who shares his personal journey of discovering dyslexia later in life and how it fueled his passion for developing assistive technology. Armed with personal experiences, Martin offers an eye-opening perspective on why so many entreprene...

Send us Fan Mail Just because you can, doesn't mean you should." This episode of Divine Enigma  hits close to home as Sarah, our host, candidly shares her personal journey of understanding this crucial lesson. Join Sarah from the comfort of her home as she discusses the importance of setting boundaries, recognising your limits, and the mental health benefits of saying no when necessary....

Send us Fan Mail Transform your financial life by understanding the emotional ties to money and their unique impact on neurodiverse individuals. This episode of Divine Enigma  promises to equip you with insights from Nitika and Lis, co-founders of Aila Money, who transitioned from high-flying finance careers to launch a venture dedicated to financial empowerment and reducing stress among women. Le...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets to creating a truly inclusive workplace in our latest episode with Danielle Cudjoe-Mikowski, a neurodiverse coach, speaker, and consultant with a remarkable career transition from pharma to entrepreneurship. Discover the untapped potential of neurodiverse individuals as Danielle shares her journey and the unique strengths they bring to various professional field...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets to elevating your career with Ekua Cant, an exceptional LinkedIn and career coach, as we explore game-changing strategies tailored for neurodivergent professionals. You'll discover how to build a LinkedIn profile that not only showcases your expertise but attracts opportunities like speaking engagements and mentoring. Ekua shares five crucial elements your...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets to transforming your career and reclaiming your passion with our special guest, Tammy Alvarez, founder of the Career Winners Circle. Tammy's journey from a 25-year Wall Street career to founding a coaching company  is nothing short of inspiring. Discover how leveraging neurodiverse traits as strengths and aligning personal desires with career aspirations ca...

Send us Fan Mail Marcia Brissett Bailey takes us on an extraordinary journey from her childhood in East London to becoming a champion for neurodiverse individuals. As the editor of "Black, Brilliant and Dyslexic," Marcia shares her personal experiences with dyslexia, the hurdles she overcame within the education system, and the pivotal moments that shaped her advocacy work. Discover the...

Send us Fan Mail As a neurodiverse person too, Tumi has experienced the chaos that comes with it, struggling to be organized and often needing assistance from his wife. Tumi's neurodiversity is Dyspraxia, one of the least recognised or understood forms of neurodiversity. Interestingly, Dyspraxia is more prevalent than ADHD and Autism in the UK; however, there are close to 50 times more public...

Send us Fan Mail Embarking on a journey from eager coder to independent freelancer, our returning guest Oluwaseye lays out the blueprint for navigating the tech world while honouring their neurodiversity. They delve into the nuances of building a thriving client base, crafting a website for an online service business, and balancing freelance work with their unique needs. This episode promises a ro...

Send us Fan Mail Erin is a digital marketing apprentice working with her mum to create " Neuro Network ", which is a networking platform for neurodivergent business owners. She also created her graphics design business, Ethereal Creative Design .  Neuro Network consists of small groups of neurodiverse business owners who connect in a safe familiar space where they can be authentic unlike...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever considered how a high-achieving childhood might mask the whirlwind of ADHD? This revelation hit my former fitness coach, Cookie, like a thunderclap, sparking a shift from medication to natural supplementation and influencing her holistic coaching approach. Join us as Cookie opens up about her personal battle with ADHD and how she's channeling her understanding o...

Send us Fan Mail Motunrayo Oyetunji , Founder and CEO of the mental well-being app " Anfaani ". Motunrayo describes her passion for supporting black women in thriving in their mental health through different therapeutic techniques  Somatic therapy examines the correlation between physical and mental states. It combines psychotherapeutic and physical techniques for holistic healing.  Soma...

Send us Fan Mail Sarah's mum was diagnosed with Dyslexia and Dyspraxia at University. Although she no longer pays much attention to it post-retirement, she has noticed she procrastinates more which she is learning may be part of her neurodiversity.  The stigma of neurodiversity has been present since the younger years of Sarah's mum and is still there now. Although people choose to respo...

Send us Fan Mail Our guest today, Arije-Aike De Haas, is a YouTuber who is also dyslexic and has reached over 3 million people through his occupational content for dyslexics. He initially wrote about Video Education for Dyslexics during his M.A. but kept going since he got feedback from people who wanted to know more. He was hesitant to help people initially because he was unsure; however, he push...

Send us Fan Mail Today's guest is the author of the book Black and Neurodiverse , Oluseyitan Ojedokun. Her book was partly inspired by some experiences growing up as a Nigerian. She realized there was inadequate information about blacks, so she decided to learn more about it and wrote a book.  Seyi's parents were quite accepting and supportive when she got her diagnosis. She was continuo...

Send us Fan Mail Statistics from the Competition Market Authority (CMA) reflect this same issue. CMA revealed that people from ethnic minorities got twelve per cent less pay compared to white men. There were ten major findings highlighted . First, there are positive changes in some gaps, but challenges persist. Secondly, the underrepresentation of ethnic minorities in senior grades is a primary ca...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode,  I sit with Adriana Girdler, the owner and Chief Efficiency Officer of Cornerstone Dynamics , as she discusses the MVP strategy, a tool to improve our ability to achieve our goals both career-wise and in other aspects of life. Our guest today is Adriana Girdler, an expert in project management. Adriana's Ted talk on "The Power of Being Smart Lazy" h...

Send us Fan Mail Today's conversation focuses on the relationship between our Christian Faith and neurodiversity. While neurodiversity is often seen in a negative light, it is important to view it through the lens of the scriptures. One of these is Psalms 139:14 which says we are fearfully and wonderfully made. Despite this, neurodiverse people find it difficult to fit in with society, especi...