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Is boring the new black?
Is boring the new black?
The older I get, the more I embrace who I actually am.
And it’s been a long road getting here.
For most of my life, I masked.
I tried to fit in.
I tried to be someone else.
Pills don’t give you skills: why ADHD coaching matters
Pills don’t give you skills: why ADHD coaching matters
Getting an ADHD diagnosis can feel a bit like walking into a really messy room. You know something’s not right, but the chaos is so overwhelming that you don’t even know where to begin.
When I first started ADHD medication, it was like putting on a pair of glasses. Suddenly, I could see the mess more clearly. The fog lifted a little. I could focus better, and life felt slightly more manageable. But it wasn’t the magic cure I’d read about – not even close.
Would you choose to have ADHD again if you could live your life over?
Would you choose to have ADHD again if you could live your life over?
It’s a powerful question – and one I often reflect on, both personally and with the women I support in my coaching practice.
How does ADHD show up in your life, and how do you feel about it now, knowing what you know?
For me, the answer is clear. Yes – if I had the chance to live my life over, I would absolutely choose to have ADHD again.
Supporting women with ADHD in the workplace: why understanding and adjustments matter more than ever
Supporting women with ADHD in the workplace: why understanding and adjustments matter more than ever
What do reasonable adjustments look like for ADHD and autism in the workplace?
What do reasonable adjustments look like for ADHD and autism in the workplace?
When you hear the word "addiction," what comes to mind?
When you hear the word "addiction," what comes to mind?
Alcohol, drugs, gambling? But do you ever think of food?
Why do so many people with ADHD feel lazy, stupid, or not good enough?
For many of us with ADHD, we’ve lived our lives with the common, painful belief that we are lazy, stupid, or simply not good enough. This inner dialogue can be incredibly damaging, shaping self-esteem and limiting our potential. But why do these thoughts exist in the first place? What contributes to these beliefs, and how can they be reframed into a healthier perspective?
The three subtypes of ADHD and how they present differently in men and women.
Sleep is vital for everyone, but its role in mental and physical well-being becomes even more crucial when you’re navigating ADHD or perimenopause.
The sleep-ADHD-perimenopause cycle: How lack of sleep impacts your mental and physical health
Sleep is vital for everyone, but its role in mental and physical well-being becomes even more crucial when you’re navigating ADHD or perimenopause.
Understanding executive functions and their impact on ADHD
Executive functions are a set of mental skills that help us manage our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours to achieve goals. Often likened to the brain's "command centre," these skills play a crucial role in how we plan, organise, and carry out tasks in everyday life.
Why do those of us with ADHD apologise so much? And what can we do about it?
Have you ever caught yourself apologising for things you don’t need to? Saying “sorry” when you’re not at fault, or even for just existing? If you have ADHD this might feel all too familiar. It’s a pattern that many of us struggle with, but why is it so common, and how can we break free from it?
Why do so many of us mask our ADHD traits?
From an early age, people with ADHD are often told, implicitly or explicitly, that their behaviours are "wrong" or "different.
ADHD and being an empath: How it shows up and why it can be exhausting
Living with ADHD is a complex journey. Add being an empath into the mix, and it creates a unique dynamic that can be both a gift and a challenge.
Accountability and neurodivergence: Why having ADHD is not an excuse for poor behaviour
In recent years, there has been a much-needed spotlight on ADHD, leading to greater awareness, understanding, and support for those who are neurodivergent.
This shift has opened doors for meaningful conversations about how these conditions impact daily life, relationships, and mental health. However, it’s essential to address a complex issue within this discussion: accountability. While neurodivergence can explain cha
ADHD and oversharing
Many of us with ADHD find ourselves sharing too much, too soon, or in situations that may feel inappropriate in hindsight. While the act of oversharing may feel like a genuine attempt to connect, it often leads to rumination, self-doubt, and feelings of low self-esteem or worth.
The impact of poor sleep on ADHD symptoms
Sleep is a vital component of physical and mental well-being for everyone, but for individuals with ADHD, poor sleep can have a disproportionately significant impact on daily functioning.
Why aftercare is crucial following an ADHD diagnosis
The period after receiving a diagnosis—often referred to as "aftercare"—is critical to understanding, accepting, and learning to live with the reality of being neurodivergent.
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