Part 2: Stop Pushing Through – Smarter Ways to Manage ADHD and Conserve Cognitive Energy
Welcome back to this safe space for exploring strategies to conserve your cognitive energy.
If you have ADHD, you already know that you may start each day with less cognitive energy than neurotypical individuals. That energy is also more easily depleted as you move through your day handling your tasks and responsibilities.
In the first part of this series, we explored four methods to conserve your cognitive energy.
Now, let’s dive into another strategy to help you work with your brain, not against it: Automate Everything You Can.
Part 1: Stop Pushing Through– Smarter Ways to Manage Your ADHD and Conserve Your Cognitive Energy
Tired of pushing through mental blocks and battling exhaustion to get things done? For many of those with ADHD, regular productivity methods just don’t work. Here, I explore kinder and more strategic ways to manage ADHD and conserve your cognitive energy. Learn how small changes like using labels, asking loved ones for help, and prioritizing your special interests can make a huge difference.
ADHD and Anxiety: Understanding the Connection and Finding Relief
Explore the link between ADHD and anxiety, which co-occur in up to 50% of adults with ADHD. This post covers the causes of increased anxiety, such as comorbidity with other disorders, executive dysfunction, and Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD). Discover practical solutions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), ADHD coaching, and relaxation techniques, to manage symptoms and improve your quality of life.
Neuroscience 101: What’s Going On Inside the ADHD Brain
Understanding ADHD goes beyond its external manifestations. Delve into neurotransmitters and brain anatomy to comprehend its internal dynamics, aiming for better management and support.
The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Starting a Meditation Practice
You’ve been meaning to start meditating for a while now, but it hasn’t happened yet. And it’s not for lack of desire.
You’ve heard about countless celebrities, CEOs, and entrepreneurs who credit meditation for much of their success. You've also read about the health benefits of regular meditation — such as reduced stress and anxiety, increased focus and energy, and better sleep.
Who doesn’t want all those health benefits? If only building a new habit was as simple as deciding you wanted the habit in the first place.