I have too many ideas, and I don’t know the best one to pick. I have to get it right the first time; I can’t mess it up. I need to do everything at once or I can’t do it at all. Do any of these thoughts cross your mind when beginning creative work? If …
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As an ADHD coach, I often get the question: what are some simple tips for living with adult ADHD? And truth be told, I’m often looking for additional strategies, too! I love asking myself: How can I make this easier? What’s a simpler way I could approach this? Let’s be honest, navigating ADHD is no …
Do you have a habit you want to break? Maybe you’re online shopping more than you’d like or you frequently turn to your phone for distraction. Maybe you pour an extra glass or two of wine when things feel overwhelming. Or you find yourself lost in that video game for hours when you can’t bear …
Do you know those times when you just can’t get started? When your brain desperately searches for something to do other than the thing on your list. And no matter how hard you try to focus, you can’t seem to take the next step? Or what about when you really want to start a new habit …
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You know that feeling when your mind’s racing about the tasks on your list, you have no idea how much time you need, and you can’t make a decision about where to start? Yeah? Me too. Complete and utter overwhelm. I’ve found that for myself and my clients, this experience is often the result of …
What Are Executive Functions and How Do They Impact Adults with ADHD? Read More »
How often does your brain offer you the thought, “I don’t have time to slow down right now.” Or “I’ll rest after I complete [insert astronomically long list of tasks here]. Or “Once I take care of everyone else, then I’ll try to squeeze in some time. Pretty often, right? Don’t worry, you’re in good …
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For many ADHD brains, self-awareness is a significant challenge. Also known as metacognition, this executive function helps you go from small to big picture, evaluate your progress, and – essentially – think about your thinking. Because self-awareness proves to be such an obstacle for people with ADHD and ADHD tendencies, it often challenges our performance …
Let’s be real, prioritization with an ADHD brain can be quite a challenge. Between our swirling thoughts, feeling overwhelmed, and constant indecision, it’s no wonder that we find ourselves stuck. Our brain tells us things like: Everything is urgent! I want to do it all NOW. I can’t possibly say no. I have no idea …
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Releasing intrusive thoughts and practicing self-compassion… sure, it sounds like a lovely idea in theory. But does anyone actually do it? I often hear different iterations of this question from my clients when I bring up the topic, and it’s a concept that I grapple with, too. You see, those of us with ADHD brains tend to …
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