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Apr 12, 20241 min read
ADHDers Stuck in Waiting Mode
Do you ever have an appointment or commitment later in the day but find yourself STUCK in WAITING MODE? When we fall into waiting mode,...
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Apr 5, 20241 min read
Why do ADHDers repeat words and noises? Echolalia in Adults
The urge we get to parrot or repeat a word or sound we hear is a form of Echolalia. It's pretty common for people with ADHD or ASD...
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Mar 29, 20242 min read
“Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket" with ADHD
“Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket.” -Miguel Cervantes Examples: “I really want to buy that house but it is WAY over what I wanted...
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Mar 22, 20241 min read
ADHDers Worrying to Death☠️
Many ADHDers would say that we tend to worry about A LOT. In a world with neurotypical expectations, we spend a lot of energy on......
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Mar 15, 20241 min read
Navigating Jobs & Careers with ADHD
Navigating the professional world with ADHD comes with its unique set of challenges and benefits. Many ADHDers find themselves job...
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Mar 8, 20241 min read
ADHD Motivation Using Negative Emotions
ADHD Brains don‘t receive adequate dopamine upon completion of a task. So they aren‘t intrinsically motivated by just the prospect of a...
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Feb 29, 20241 min read
The "Wonderful" Dynamic of ADHD & Sarcasm
Sarcasm can be a complex language to decode and it can come with unique intricacies when ADHD is involved! Sarcasm often relies on...
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Feb 23, 20241 min read
"You're so Sensitive!" Why ADHDers Might Be Defensive
It’s a very common experience for ADHDers to hear… “Woah, don’t take it so seriously.” “Why are you always so defensive?” After a...
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Feb 22, 20241 min read
💋How Can ADHD Affect Sex Life in the Bedroom?
For many adults, sex is a significant part of our lives. Yet it's not often talked about how ADHD can impact our time in the bedroom!...
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Feb 21, 20241 min read
Can I Have ADHD but NOT be Hyperactive?
The short answer is...Yes! We classify ADHD into 3 types and hyperactivity is just one of them. Many people believe that hyperactivity...
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Feb 16, 20242 min read
The Neurodivergent Presidents: Triumph Over Adversity
Did you know? Throughout American history, six presidents faced their own unique challenges stemming from neurodivergence, yet they still...
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Feb 8, 20242 min read
Are Breakups for ADHDers 10x More Painful?
Breakups are a universal experience, a tumultuous journey of heartache and healing that many of us must navigate at some point in our...
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Feb 1, 20242 min read
Unmasking ADHD & What Hides Beneath the Surface
Living with ADHD can be like walking a tightrope, especially for adults. On one hand, you have your unique strengths and talents, but on...
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Jan 19, 20241 min read
Why Can ADHD Boredom Lead to Risky Means for Satisfaction? │ Stimulation Seeking
ADHDers frequently face understimulation due to our dopamine deficiency. It‘s an uncomfortable feeling of boredom that can lead us to...
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Jan 11, 20242 min read
"If I'm Not Perfect, Then I'm a Failure🤷♀️" Overcoming All or Nothing Thinking
Often due to a life-long battle of personal disappointments, many ADHDers are prone to all or nothing thinking. With an all or nothing...
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Jan 5, 20242 min read
Are my Headaches Linked to ADHD?
DID YOU KNOW? ADHDers are more likely to experience headaches & migraines. Most commonly, our headaches are caused by stress relating to...
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Dec 28, 20231 min read
Do you Resist the Urge of Oral Fixations?
An oral fixation is a compulsion to stimulate with the mouth. (Not all ADHDers experience this and not all people who experience this...
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Dec 21, 20231 min read
Taming the ADHD Beast by Reframing Symptoms as Animal Instincts
One way to tame our ADHD symptoms is to understand our animal instincts behind them. There's often a survival reason behind many of our...
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Dec 14, 20231 min read
ADHD & How Trauma Can Affect Relationships
Unfortunately many ADHDers carry trauma through their adult lives. Not only are we more likely to receive it, but our brains are wired to...
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Dec 7, 20231 min read
"Please Shut Up Before I Lose it..." Why Do Certain Sounds Tick Me Off? (Misophonia and ADHD)
Misophonia is a strong feeling and reaction to specific sounds. It's very common amongst people with ADHD and sensory sensitivities. When...
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