Living with ADHD means navigating unpredictable emotional shifts, like driving without a warning yellow light. One minute you’re calm and happy, but suddenly a small trigger can flip your emotions from calm to intense. This can be stressful, but it doesn’t define your worth. By understanding this, you can be kinder to yourself and take […]
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ADHD rumination: how to break free from racing thoughts
Getting stuck with the same thoughts running through your mind can feel like a never-ending cycle. While it’s normal for humans to ruminate now and then, for a woman with ADHD it tends to be even more prone to rumination than others. If this sounds like you, don’t worry! I am here to share my tips to stop your […]
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Putting a Thanksgiving dinner takes planning and organization and for a women with ADHD. This can leave you feeling fatigued, discouraged and inadequate. Below are some strategies to help you remain calm and to spend the holiday with family and friends. Give Yourself Permission – It is ok to switch your thoughts to self-care to feel […]
See MoreCommunication Strategies When You Or One Of Your Family Members Have ADHD
Good communication skills are vital in a family when you or one of the family members have ADHD in the hopes to make good decisions together, solve problems effectively, and promote a positive sense of well-being among family members. Use of sarcasm, ridicule, name calling, ignoring, making an annoyed face, looking incredulous, snickering, mocking, overgeneralizing, […]
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