Hello and welcome! I’m Sophie, thanks for stopping by.
I’m the gal behind Totally Frank. Since About pages are among the first I visit, I appreciate you checking out mine. Last year, at 52, I was diagnosed with ADHD. Though not a shock, it has prompted me to reflect on my life and reframe many experiences. It’s a lot to process.
With extensive lived experience in neurodiversity, I navigate life with my two AuDHD (autistic and ADHD) sons and my autistic husband. Our strong family unit focuses on our strengths rather than deficiencies, though it’s challenging in our neurotypical world. School was the first thing to go. Over time, we settled into a rhythm that suits our family, evolving into a homeschooling style we describe as “self-directed education”.
My journey with essential oils and dōTERRA.
My journey with essential oils and dōTERRA began in 2017 when a school mum shared her lavender oil with me after my son badly cut his hand. He was freaking out, and the oil instantly calmed him down. Intrigued, I asked my friend about the oil, learned about dōTERRA, and signed up immediately. I started using the oils, sharing them naturally, and considering building a business. However, life got in the way.
During this period, we navigated autism and ADHD diagnoses, school refusal, and endless school-related crises. My focus shifted away from dōTERRA as we transitioned to homeschooling. But my passion remained, and at the beginning of this year, I began setting up systems to actively build my dōTERRA business.
I’d like to say everything has gone smoothly, but that wouldn’t be true. Anyone with a neurodivergent family understands the challenges we face. However, this time, I’m okay with taking it one day at a time. My goal is to continue using dōTERRA’s incredible oils to support my family and share my experiences to empower other neurodivergent individuals and their families to live happy and harmonious lives.
My favourite oil
Gosh, it’s a toss up between Bergamot and Sandalwood. Although I’m also crushing on Supermint right now…
Current book crush
Changing Our Minds by Dr Naomi Fisher. It’s all about how children can take control of their own learning.
People I’m loving
Tracy Otsuka sold me at “I teach Smart Ass ADHD women how to use their brilliant brains to build the life they want by embracing their too-muchness and focusing on their strengths.”.
I’m currently growing
Tomatoes, capsicum, basil, parsley, coriander, bok choy, spring onions and lettuce. Trying to get my 12 year old involved whilst not turning it into a hyperfocus. So far so good.
