Adults

You know that moment when someone asks, “What’s for dinner?” and suddenly you’re snapping like they just questioned your entire existence?Yeah. That. If you’ve ever wondered, “Why am I always so irritable?” you’re not alone. Irritability is one of those sneaky...

“You’re so smart. If only you’d apply yourself.” If you’re a gifted ADHD adult, you’ve probably heard some version of this phrase more times than you’d like to count. Teachers, bosses, maybe even family members — all well-meaning (sometimes) but missing the point...

You’ve read the articles. You’ve downloaded the apps. You’ve even bought the salmon, the kale, and the expensive flaxseed crackers that taste like cardboard. And yet, here you are again.It’s 3:30 PM. You’ve had two coffees, half a chocolate bar, some ice cream and a...

Have you ever found yourself at a small talk event—coffee in hand, nodding politely as someone rattles off about the weather, traffic, or their cousin’s cat—and felt your brain quietly screaming, “Why are we doing this to ourselves?” For many ADHD and autistic...

If you’re a woman with ADHD, or suspect you might be, you probably know what it feels like to be a little misunderstood, overwhelmed and often destructed. Juggling family life, work, and my own ADHD, I am very familiar with the highs, the lows, and more forgotten...

Why Neurodivergent Adults Over-Clarify, Justify, and Still Feel Unheard Have you ever caught yourself sending a four-paragraph message to explain something as simple as “I can’t make it tonight”? You reread it three times, add emojis to soften the tone, and still...

Finding career success with ADHD isn’t about forcing yourself into a job that doesn’t fit—it’s about working with your brain, not against it. The world of career choices can already feel overwhelming, but for adults with ADHD, certain jobs come with extra...

If you’ve ever heard someone say, “Oh, that’s such an ADHD thing to do,” after they’ve made an impulsive decision, they’re probably not far off. ADHD brains are wired for spontaneity, thrill-seeking, and sometimes even a little chaos. But does that mean every person...

A tangled mess of thoughts, to-do lists, and what-ifs? You’re not alone.   If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably had moments where you’re sitting at your desk, heart racing after reading a completely normal email. You try to focus, but your brain feels like...