How do you feel when you think about tracking different data points in your life? For a lot of us with ADHD, the thought of tracking information seems overwhelming and this makes sense since many of us struggle with short-term memory, remembering to actually gather the information is a challenge in itself. Plus, we tend …
4 Ways Tracking Helps Support Your ADHD + How To Do It! Read More »
Do you procrastinate? If you have ADHD or you identify with ADHD tendencies, the answer is yes. Let’s be real here… Procrastination comes with the territory of an ADHD brain. But here’s some good news… While we can’t solve for procrastination entirely (we’re not handing out new prefrontal cortexes here!) we can put scaffolding in …
Fall provides such a powerful reminder of how beautiful change can be. I currently live in New England, and one of the perks of living here is the remarkable color of the fall trees. Truly, they’re stunning. So bright and bold. As I’ve watched the leaves gradually shift from summer to autumn, I’ve been thinking about …
“No matter what I do, I can’t make it stick…” Does your brain offer this thought when you think about establishing a new routine? You’re not alone. While routines are intended to make life easier… (And when we lock them in, they often do!) …for those of us with ADHD, simply thinking about establishing a …
How to Create A Routine With ADHD + 7 Ways To Stick To It Read More »
Let’s face it… staying focused for an extended period of time is challenging for most human brains. With today’s distracting environment constantly vying for our attention, it’s no wonder we feel pulled in so many directions. Add ADHD to the mix, and our challenge to focus goes next level. So what can we do? First, …
Efficiency and effectiveness. People often use these words interchangeably and on some level, this makes sense since they both play a key role in maximizing productivity. However, the similarity stops there. In fact, understanding the difference between efficiency and effectiveness is essential. Why? Because recognizing their nuances allows you to approach them in the right …
Do you ever find yourself thinking, “I’m so behind.” or “there I go again…” Have you ever found yourself spinning in brilliant ideas, struggling to prioritize just one? Has Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) ever kept you from sharing your work with others? And have you ever found yourself frozen in overwhelm, unable to move forward? …
Procrastiworking, Constraint, RSD, and Overwhelm: ADHD coaching call Read More »
What does it mean to be masking your ADHD? Masking is something that many of us with ADHD do to conceal our symptoms. For example, we might: Overwork to hide that it takes us longer to complete a task. Imitate others’ actions, how they talk, and what they do, in hopes of blending in. Hold …
What is ADHD Masking? Plus, Examples & Solutions Read More »
“Hey, did you hear me?” “So what do you think we should do?” “Having said all that, what’s your perspective?” Let’s face it; hearing questions like this after you’ve lost focus on a conversation is both cringeworthy and familiar for the ADHD brain. The ability to focus on and follow conversations is a very real …
How to Be A Better Listener for Adults with ADHD Read More »
