DESCRIPTION: Your ADHD may make it harder to listen. But, if you want to do better, to improve your relationships and productivity, you can. Here’s how. KEY TAKEAWAYS: ADHD symptoms can make it hard to listen. ADHD adults might want to upgrade their listening skills to improve relationships, productivity or for some other reason. Preparing for the conversation can help you listen better in the conversation. Taking notes during the conversation can also help you... Continue reading...

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DESCRIPTION: If the rules you are following right now are getting in the way of creating the type of ADHD-compatible life you envision you can change that. And you’ll want to if you want to live a life that’s in alignment with your values and allows you to more easily reach your goals. Here’s how to do that. KEY TAKEAWAYS: We all have internalized subconscious rules we follow. Some of these rules are helpful. However,... Continue reading...

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DESCRIPTION: It’s true that ADHD adults can be more susceptible to feeling rejected and feel the rejection more intensely. But there are proven strategies to work with these feelings to reduce the intensity and times you feel rejected. Listen to see how you can do this. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Feelings of rejection can be stronger for ADHD adults. Some ADHD adults may have Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria and need medication to treat this condition. ADHD adults not... Continue reading...

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DESCRIPTION: ADHD adults too often focus on their weaknesses, instead of developing their strengths. That’s a mistake! Here is how you can change that. KEY TAKEAWAYS: ADHD adults may often focus too much on managing their weaknesses. Focusing on talents and building strengths can make it easier to reach goals. Externalizing what you know about yourself is the first step in identifying your talents and strengths. Assessments can be helpful, but you shouldn’t rely on... Continue reading...

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DESCRIPTION: True, memory challenges are common for ADHD adults. But these challenges don’t have to get in your way, if you use these solutions. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Your ADHD contributes to your working memory and long-term memory challenges. There are many work arounds to compensate for these challenges, including tools strategies and mindsets. Learning about and acknowledging these challenges can help you choose the work arounds that will work best for you. RESOURCES: ARTICLE: ADHD and... Continue reading...

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DESCRIPTION: If you want to manage your ADHD and reach your goals with greater ease, you’ll want to learn how to be more self-compassionate. And you can do that with the techniques I share in this podcast. KEY TAKEAWAYS: You may be compassionate to others, but not to yourself. Self-compassion is a critical part of managing your ADHD. The three elements of self-compassion are: accepting your feelings, being kind to yourself, and recognizing you are... Continue reading...

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DESCRIPTION: While you may resist structure, you also know structure is helpful to follow through on what’s important to you in alignment with your values, right? Using a calendar consistently is critical for ADHD adults to execute well. I bet you already knew this. But you may not be using your calendar effectively. Using these six tips will help you use your calendar better and reduce your stress and overwhelm. KEY TAKEAWAYS: A calendar is... Continue reading...

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DESCRIPTION: Anger is not a bad thing. But, if you are an ADHD adult your anger may last longer, being more intense and get in the way of having the kind of personal professional relationships you want. Learn how to express your anger in a way that works for you. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Anger is not bad. It is a message you are in emotional pain. Learn techniques to help you interpret your anger, the emotional... Continue reading...

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DESCRIPTION: Learn how ADHD adults benefit from accountability partnerships in order to follow through on what’s important to them and feel good about it!   KEY TAKEAWAYS: ADHD adults may resist accountability because of their history with this concept. The right kind of accountability — curious accountability — can feel affirming, though. Accountability partners can help ADHD adults follow through with their intentions. Attention to the  design of the accountability partnership is important to get... Continue reading...

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DESCRIPTION: Adults with ADHD who want to learn how to manage their time better need to upgrade their skills before they can effectively use any new tool or strategy. Here is how you can do that. KEY TAKEAWAYS: learn 2 strategies to address your challenges with ADHD time blindness learn 5 strategies to address your ADHD challenges with organizing your time understand the importance of being flexible with your time and learn 3 strategies to... Continue reading...

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