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Tangent Taming is an ADHD -friendly space I’ve carved out of the internet to try and help other women with ADHD find useful, often unconventional, ways to navigate life, stay on task and treat themselves with kindness.

  • Master Your Workday: Time Management Tips for Women with ADHD Working from Home

    Working from home offers unparalleled flexibility, but for women with ADHD, it can also amplify challenges with time management, focus, and productivity. Without the structure of a traditional office setting, the distractions of home life can quickly derail even the most well-intentioned plans. However, with a little creativity and the right strategies, it’s entirely possible…

  • Why Standing Desks are a Must-Have for Women with ADHD

    As someone who works from home and has ADHD, finding ways to stay focused and energized throughout the day is a constant challenge. One of the best investments I’ve made for my productivity (and sanity) is a standing desk. Paired with my trusty walking pad, it’s become an essential tool in managing my ADHD and…

  • Creating Habit Loops: The ADHD-Friendly Way to Build Consistency

    As someone with ADHD, I’ve spent a lifetime trying (and failing) to make traditional habits stick. Big, bold goals like exercising every morning or meditating for an hour sound amazing in theory but crumble in the chaos of my daily life. The problem isn’t a lack of effort—it’s the way my ADHD brain works. That’s…

  • How Music Became My Lifeline: The Role of Music in My ADHD Journey

    I can’t count how many times music has saved me. As a woman navigating life with ADHD, I’ve discovered that music is more than just background noise—it’s a lifeline. It’s the thing that grounds me when my thoughts are spinning, motivates me when I’m stuck, and keeps me company when I feel overwhelmed. If you’re…

  • How to Stay Active During Winter When You Just Want to Hibernate

    As the temperatures drop and the days grow shorter, the allure of curling up on the couch under a warm blanket can feel irresistible. Winter seems tailor-made for hibernation, and for those of us with ADHD, staying active can feel like an uphill battle. However, movement isn’t just about physical health; it’s a mental game-changer…

  • “I Hate It Here”: How Taylor Swift’s Song Captures My ADHD Experience

    The curtain has officially fallen on Taylor Swift’s Era’s Tour. I have had a very measured and completely sane reaction to this, which is why I have dedicated a section of the blog to the Taylor Swift songs that I associate with ADHD. You can find all the posts in ADHD Swifties. Taylor Swift has…

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