Have you ever walked away from a conversation and suddenly found yourself replaying it over and over in your head wondering whether you said the wrong thing? Or a short reply to a message leaves you feeling unsettled. Before long, you’re worrying that someone is upset with you, disappointed in Read more
Many autistic people describe a deep, often hard-to-explain experience: a fear of being seen, noticed, evaluated, or emotionally exposed. This isn’t simply social anxiety. It isn’t shyness. And it certainly isn’t avoidance without reason. Increasingly, autistic adults and young people are describing what has become known as the fear of Read more
These days, we hear a lot about supporting young people with ’emotional regulation’ or about people feeling ‘dysregulated’. However, these are terms that are often misunderstood. Emotional regulation occurs when the emotion someone feels aligns with what’s happening; it is not being calm when the situation is genuinely distressing. And Read more
Spoon Theory is a metaphor created by Christine Miserandino to explain what it’s like living with limited energy (for any reason). Instead of assuming everyone starts the day with the same supply of energy, Spoon Theory suggests we each have a limited number of “spoons” to spend. Each spoon represents Read more
What is neurodivergent burnout? Neurodivergent burnout is a state of intense mental, emotional, and physical exhaustion experienced by a broad array of neurodivergent individuals. Unlike general burnout, which might result from work overload or stress, neurodivergent burnout is deeply tied to the experience of navigating a world not built with Read more
What is Body-Doubling? Body-doubling is a strategy often used by people with ADHD to enhance focus and productivity. It involves using the presence of another person to get a task done. The presence of this “body double” can provide a sense of accountability, reduce feelings of isolation, and create a Read more
4 WAYS YOU CAN SUPPORT YOUR SLEEP The racing thoughts of anxiety will keep you awake or at least keep you in light, restless sleep that never really feels restorative. Then there’s the rumination of low mood and depression that can invade your dream time leaving you waking up constantly Read more
Sleep procrastination, also known as bedtime procrastination, is a common challenge and refers to the difficulty of initiating and maintaining a regular sleep routine, often leading to insufficient and disrupted sleep patterns. ADHDers tend to struggle with this issue more frequently than the general population. Understanding the reasons why and Read more
Procrastination is a common challenge for individuals with ADHD. It can be frustrating and affect various aspects of your life, from work and school to personal relationships. Understanding why procrastination happens in ADHD is the first step toward managing it. Why procrastination occurs in ADHD Tips and Tools to Manage Read more
Mindfulness is the ability to be fully present in the moment, fully aware of your own thoughts, feelings and senses and fully accepting of them in a non-judgmental way. The goal is to become aware of thoughts and feelings rather than get lost in them, to observe them without judgment Read more