IFBB Pro, Erin Gales, was recently diagnosed with ADHD, OCD, and autism. She shares an honest conversation about how she overcame suicidal thoughts, bounced back from being laid off from a successful corporate career, and found a love for bodybuilding in the middle of it all. Erin is currently the Head of Brand Partnerships for a health and wellness travel company and is using her bikini stage and corporate role to raise awareness for neurodivergent individuals.

Here's what you'll hear:

[3:09] Bikini Hack

[11:20] How did your fitness journey begin?

[15:03] Why did you decide dancing wasn't for you anymore?

[16:54] What led to your depression?

[20:10] How did you feel after getting your diagnosis?

[21:36] Can you share with us what's it like to be suicidal?

[22:52] When did you start the healing process?

[25:20] How do you use CBT in your daily routine?

[29:55] When did you know you wanted to take bodybuilding seriously?

[32:25] How did your depression affect your prep?

[34:00] What was it like going into your first National show?

[39:45] What happened after you turned Pro?

[43:13] How do you feel on the other side of your identity crisis?

[46:05] What are your goals moving forward in bodybuilding?

*Find Erin on IG and TikTok @egales

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