Understanding the False Self: In this episode, we dive into the concept of the false self, the version of ourselves we create to gain love, approval, or safety. Often shaped by childhood conditioning, social expectations, or trauma, the false self can feel like a performance we’ve been living for so long that we start to mistake it for who we truly are. We explore how this identity forms, what it looks like in everyday life, and how it disconnects us from our reclaimed self - the version of us that is rooted in truth, autonomy, and worthiness. If you’ve ever felt like you’re playing a role just to be accepted, this conversation is for you. Part 2 will be live on Thursday, so be sure to subscribe. 

 

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Understanding the False Self: In this episode, we dive into the concept of the false self, the version of ourselves we create to gain love, approval, or safety. Often shaped by childhood conditioning, social expectations, or trauma, the false self can feel like a performance we&rsquo;ve been living for so long that we start to mistake it for who we truly are. We explore how this identity forms, what it looks like in everyday life, and how it disconnects us from our reclaimed self - the version of us that is rooted in truth, autonomy, and worthiness. If you&rsquo;ve ever felt like you&rsquo;re playing a role just to be accepted, this conversation is for you. Part 2 will be live on Thursday, so be sure to subscribe.&nbsp;
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Almost Forty is for the woman who feels pulled towards growth- in all areas of life. With honest reflections and thoughtful conversations - Almost Forty dives into the big and small life lessons about love, identity, purpose, motherhood, change and everything that happens when you start prioritising and connecting with yourself. It’s heartfelt, relatable and real. Hosted by Kylie Lately- Business Owner, Mentor, Mum and creator of the Almost Confidential series- Kylie uses her training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to approach the topics that matter during this stage of life. Subscribe to Almost Confidential for extra unfiltered reflections.

Almost Forty is for the woman who feels pulled towards growth- in all areas of life. With honest reflections and thoughtful conversations - Almost Forty dives into the big and small life lessons about love, identity, purpose, motherhood, change and everything that happens when you start prioritising and connecting with yourself. It&rsquo;s heartfelt, relatable and real. Hosted by Kylie Lately- Business Owner, Mentor, Mum and creator of the Almost Confidential series- Kylie uses her training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to approach the topics that matter during this stage of life. Subscribe to <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/almost-forty/id1453463089">Almost Confidential</a> for extra unfiltered reflections.

Almost Forty

I am. with Kylie Lately is the podcast for women who want to know, like, love and value themselves more than ever before.





Through personal reflections, regular overshares and curious conversations with a variety of guests you will finish each episode feeling like you’ve just had a proper soul catch up with your best friend.





We take life lessons and turn them into the fuel that fires your one precious life. 

I am. with Kylie Lately is the podcast for women who want to know, like, love and value themselves more than ever before.
 
 
Through personal reflections, regular overshares and curious conversations with a variety of guests you will finish each episode feeling like you’ve just had a proper soul catch up with your best friend.
 
 
We take life lessons and turn them into the fuel that fires your one precious life.

I am. with Kylie Lately

The False Self (Part 1) 

In this episode of Almost Forty, Kylie responds to a message from a listener who asked a simple but deeply personal question: “Was getting diagnosed actually worth it?”After receiving her own adhd diagnosis several years ago - and navigating diagnoses for her children - Kylie reflects on what truly changed… and what didn’t.She shares the practical realities of the diagnostic process, the financial and emotional considerations, and the unexpected ways understanding ADHD and Autism has helped her make sense of past experiences, relationships, parenting, masking, and identity.

 

This episode explores:
What a diagnosis can give you (and what it can’t)


The psychological clarity that can come with understanding yourself differently


How diagnosis changed Kylie’s parenting


Why language like masking, burnout and decompression matters


The complexities of navigating a world that isn’t built for neurodivergent people



Kylie also reflects on rejection sensitivity, friendship dynamics, and the experience many neurodivergent women describe of feeling like they were always trying to figure out “how to be a person.”If you’re considering exploring a diagnosis for yourself, or supporting a child through that process, this episode offers a thoughtful and honest reflection on what that journey can look like.You can also listen to Kylie’s earlier conversation about neurodivergence with Dr Erin Bowe here:

https://podcasts.apple.com/es/podcast/almost-forty/id1453463089?l=ca

Dr Erin Bowe specialises in supporting women navigating the neurodivergent diagnostic process and offers a compassionate, affirming approach to understanding ADHD and autism in adulthood.

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In this episode of Almost Forty, Kylie responds to a message from a listener who asked a simple but deeply personal question: &ldquo;Was getting diagnosed actually worth it?&rdquo;After receiving her own adhd diagnosis several years ago - and navigating diagnoses for her children - Kylie reflects on what truly changed&hellip; and what didn&rsquo;t.She shares the practical realities of the diagnostic process, the financial and emotional considerations, and the unexpected ways understanding ADHD and Autism has helped her make sense of past experiences, relationships, parenting, masking, and identity.
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This episode explores:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">What a diagnosis can give you (and what it can&rsquo;t) </li>
<li aria-level="1">The psychological clarity that can come with understanding yourself differently </li>
<li aria-level="1">How diagnosis changed Kylie&rsquo;s parenting </li>
<li aria-level="1">Why language like masking, burnout and decompression matters </li>
<li aria-level="1">The complexities of navigating a world that isn&rsquo;t built for neurodivergent people </li>
</ul>
Kylie also reflects on rejection sensitivity, friendship dynamics, and the experience many neurodivergent women describe of feeling like they were always trying to figure out &ldquo;how to be a person.&rdquo;If you&rsquo;re considering exploring a diagnosis for yourself, or supporting a child through that process, this episode offers a thoughtful and honest reflection on what that journey can look like.You can also listen to Kylie&rsquo;s earlier conversation about neurodivergence with Dr Erin Bowe here:
https://podcasts.apple.com/es/podcast/almost-forty/id1453463089?l=ca
Dr Erin Bowe specialises in supporting women navigating the neurodivergent diagnostic process and offers a compassionate, affirming approach to understanding ADHD and autism in adulthood.
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She Asked Me If Getting Diagnosed Was Worth It...

In this episode of Almost Forty, Kylie shares the simple health habits she relies on in her late 30s to support energy, wellbeing and everyday life. Instead of complicated routines or extreme wellness trends, this episode focuses on realistic habits that are easy to repeat and work alongside a busy life.Kylie talks about the small things that make the biggest difference.

This is about creating a sustainable relationship with health in midlife, where consistency matters more than perfection. If you’re looking for simple ways to support your health, energy and wellbeing without overcomplicating things, this episode is for you.In this episode:Simple health habits for women in their late 30s and beyond.

Focusing on health habits that work with your life, not against it- Follow Almost Forty for more conversations about midlife, wellbeing, personal growth and modern motherhood. 

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In this episode of Almost Forty, Kylie shares the simple health habits she relies on in her late 30s to support energy, wellbeing and everyday life. Instead of complicated routines or extreme wellness trends, this episode focuses on realistic habits that are easy to repeat and work alongside a busy life.Kylie talks about the small things that make the biggest difference.
This is about creating a sustainable relationship with health in midlife, where consistency matters more than perfection. If you&rsquo;re looking for simple ways to support your health, energy and wellbeing without overcomplicating things, this episode is for you.In this episode:Simple health habits for women in their late 30s and beyond.
Focusing on health habits that work with your life, not against it- Follow Almost Forty for more conversations about midlife, wellbeing, personal growth and modern motherhood.&nbsp;
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Stop Forcing It: 10 Health Habits I Swear By

Unfortunately - it is really common for women to feel like they no longer matter in their own lives. It happens gradually and simply, because they run out of time and energy to even "care" what they like or want for themselves.

 When everyday is focused on meeting the needs of everyone around you - it makes sense that you just kind of "turn your own needs and wants down". At some point though, we have to tune back into ourselves. This episode is about why women deprioritise their own preferences, the discomfort of not knowing what you enjoy anymore and realistic ways to begin reconnecting with yourself in small, effective ways.
This isn’t about adding more to your plate.It’s about restoring the signal of who you are.If you’ve been feeling disconnected from yourself, this is your starting point.

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Unfortunately - it is really common for women to feel like they no longer matter in their own lives. It happens gradually and simply, because they run out of time and energy to even "care" what they like or want for themselves.
&nbsp;When everyday is focused on meeting the needs of everyone around you - it makes sense that you just kind of "turn your own needs and wants down". At some point though, we have to tune back into ourselves. This episode is about why women deprioritise their own preferences, the discomfort of not knowing what you enjoy anymore and realistic ways to begin reconnecting with yourself in small, effective ways. This isn&rsquo;t about adding more to your plate.It&rsquo;s about restoring the signal of who you are.If you&rsquo;ve been feeling disconnected from yourself, this is your starting point.
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