Mindset

Between the family gatherings, kids out of school, endless to-do lists, and that last-minute gift waiting for you at Target pick-up—it’s no secret that the holidays can feel like a whirlwind.  If your brain is running on overdrive and you’re craving a moment to pause, you’re in the right place. Episode 282 of the I’m

Let’s talk about how to take time to rest—something so many of us with ADHD brains struggle to prioritize. Even when we know we need a break, allowing ourselves to rest can — ironically — leave us feeling restless. Anyone else? If you’re like me, your brain may even freak out a bit when you consider

As someone with ADHD, I’m no stranger to getting caught in the trap of dopamine seeking. This is where the growing popularity of the dopamine menu comes into play. You see, when it comes to dopamine seeking, this might look like buying whatever my brain’s convinced I “need” on Amazon, endlessly scrolling crochet patterns or

You’ve probably heard the saying, “There’s only one way to eat an elephant: one bite at a time.” It’s seemingly simple advice, right? But for those of us with ADHD, putting it into practice can be anything but simple.  Why? Because at the heart of this struggle is something bigger than taking the next step on that project.

We’ve all been there—life starts piling up, stress kicks in, and we catch ourselves thinking, “If I just push a little harder, I’ll finally catch up.” But what if working harder is not the answer? What if slowing down and practicing self-compassion is actually the most powerful move you can make?  In episode 274 of the I’m

We’ve all been there—staring at that important task on our to-do list and suddenly finding everything else more urgent. Sound familiar? In these moments, avoidance and procrastination sneak in faster than we’d like. Whether it’s finishing that work project, having that tricky conversation, or tackling the ever-growing pile of clutter, the resistance is real. So

How often do you find yourself avoiding everything, especially that hard thing you want to accomplish? It feels like being stuck between the push-pull of “I know I should do this…” and “Ugh, I really don’t want to”. This is one of the most common challenges I explore with clients as we learn to work

Fact: Your past doesn’t define who you are today. I know — this seems to go against the “inspirational” posters boasting, “You are what you are today because of the choices you made in the past.” But today, I want to suggest otherwise. The truth is – as ADHD brains – we use this messaging

How do you feel when you think about consistency with an ADHD brain? If you’re like many ADHDers, you may feel discouraged or frustrated as you reflect on all the times you “didn’t follow through,” “got off track,” or “dropped the ball.”  Perhaps the idea of “being consistent” becomes this impossible standard you use against