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Check out my short reads on all things neurodiversity.


How to Find an ADHD Coach- and why ADHD coaching helps
*Plus how to access funding in Australia and the UK If you’re looking for an ADHD coach, you may already know how overwhelming that process can feel. You may be wondering: What does an ADHD coach actually do? How do I know if someone is qualified? How do I find the right fit? How can I get help with the cost? With ADHD, decision fatigue and overwhelm can make even starting the search feel difficult. The good news is there are ways to make the process simpler - and if you’re i
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5 reasons paperwork is harder with ADHD
Does it feel like writing anything takes forever? Whether it’s a LinkedIn post, an article, an academic paper, or even just a simple text message… it somehow takes AGGGGGESSSSS. Every. Single. Time.
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Is crying normal in ADHD coaching?
Whilst most people understand that coaching and therapy are different, exactly where the line sits - and what is appropriate or ethical in each space - is often less clear. As a result, there is often confusion about whether crying belongs in coaching or only therapy. ADHD coaching and big emotions People commonly seek ADHD coaching when receiving an adult diagnosis of ADHD. It is important to understand that an adult diagnosis of ADHD is not a neutral experience. It would be
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Why Fidgeting Helps ADHD: ADHD Fidgeting, Focus and Self-Regulation
Have you ever been told to stop fidgeting? To stop tapping your pen, shaking your leg or even to sit on your hands? Many adults with ADHD have heard this throughout their lives. At school, we're taught that sitting still means we're paying attention. At work, we learn that remaining still looks more professional. But what if that fidgeting was actually helping? What is stimming? Fidgeting may also be referred to as stimming- self STIMulatory behaviours. Stims tend to be repet
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High-Functioning ADHD at Work: Why Successful Employees May Still Need Support
An employee discloses that they have ADHD. They're organised, reliable and consistently meet deadlines. They perform well, colleagues value them and their work is of a high standard. It's understandable to assume they're managing just fine. After all, ADHD is commonly associated with procrastination, time blindness, disorganisation and difficulty sustaining motivation. If those challenges aren't obvious, it's easy to conclude that their ADHD isn't having much impact. But high
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How to Reflect on a Year of Invisible Progress after ADHD & AuDHD diagnosis
Are your end-of-year reflections missing something important? When we look back on the year that’s passed, reflection is often shaped around what can be easily named - outcomes, milestones, and visible progress. Qualifications completed, promotions gained, changes in work, finances or relationships, goals ticked off. This kind of reflection has value. But it doesn’t tell the whole story and key achievements which may have taken enormous amounts of your energy can be missed… F
7 min read


ADHD and Emotional dysregulation
You say, "no it's fine", when it's really not fine. You sooth feelings when someone else is angry. You push your own feelings aside to...
3 min read


Understanding Masking: Autism, ADHD and AuDHD
What is masking and why do people do it? Masking, which means hiding or changing parts of yourself to fit social expectations, is...
4 min read


ADHD isn’t new. Understanding it is. The ADHD Paradigm Shift Is Here
For decades, ADHD, and other neurodivergence have been misunderstood, mocked, or dismissed altogether. But something is changing....
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Types of racing thoughts and how to manage your busy ADHD brain
Living with ADHD often means living with a brain that’s constantly buzzing, racing thoughts, tons of ideas, noise, worries, and...
4 min read


Is this all there is? ADHD, career success and the missing piece
When ‘Success’ Doesn’t Feel Like Enough Have you ever had that nagging feeling that something’s off-but you can’t quite put your finger...
4 min read


What does ADHD feel like? An analogy..
You drive your car exclusively in 1st gear🚗 It’s very noisy and you can feel the car struggle. It can accelerate quickly but the...
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From ADHD paralysis to ADHD motivation- why neurotypical strategies don't work
Motivational speakers like Tony Robbins have transformed the lives of countless people, offering proven strategies to boost productivity,...
4 min read


What is the difference between ADHD and Autism, and why is it so hard to tell?
Why ADHD and Autism Can Be Hard to Differentiate ADHD and autism are distinct, yet they share so many overlapping traits that diagnosis...
6 min read


ADHD and sleep
Improving your sleep What steps would you take if you treated sleep with the same commitment and priority as you do work, family, the...
8 min read


High empathy and the ADHD leader
ADHD and empathy Emotional intensity, emotional impulsivity and challenges with emotional regulation have been understood to be core...
4 min read


How we can build a true sense of accomplishment with ADHD
I didn’t attend graduation for my MSc. Or my BSc. Or my PGCE. 🎉While others celebrated their hard-earned achievements, I didn't see the point. When I received a distinction for my MSc in Positive Psychology & Coaching Psychology, I thought, “I’m pleased,” but I didn’t feel a sense of accomplishment. It’s not that I didn’t care 💖I loved the research, diving into journals, and writing assignments, synthesising my thoughts and crafting a flowing narrative was incredibly satis
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ADHD motivation and emotion
This could be damaging your ADHD motivation... "Just get on with it, stop being lazy, you mustn’t let people down, you always do this…."...
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ADHD, worry and the divergent thinking brain
Why am I worrying so much? If you’re stuck worrying and ruminating, could it be that you’re under-stimulated? Creative ADHD brain wants...
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ADHD and emotional regulation
This could be impacting your ability to regulate your emotions: People pleasing, anticipating other people’s reactions, trying to sooth...
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