Tag: Self-Care
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Top Work from Home Tips: How to Minimize Distractions and Stay Focused
Working from home is both a blessing and a challenge. While it offers flexibility and the comfort of being in your own space, it can also invite a flood of distractions that threaten your productivity. Between the siren call of laundry, household chores, and endless social media scrolling, staying focused can feel like an uphill…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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“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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5 Winter DIY Crafts for Women with ADHD: Easy and Fun Projects to Try
Winter is the perfect time to embrace creativity with cozy, simple DIY crafts. For women with ADHD, crafting can be an ideal outlet for restless energy, a way to stay grounded, and even a fun dopamine boost on a dreary day. The key is choosing projects that are low-pressure, easy to complete, and actually enjoyable…
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Cozy Routines: How to Build an Evening Ritual That Actually Sticks in Winter
Winter evenings can feel magical—or utterly exhausting. For me, they’re an opportunity to slow down and build a ritual that feels comforting, cozy, and, most importantly, ADHD-proof. If you’re like me, sticking to any kind of routine can feel impossible, but winter is the perfect time to create one that feels like a warm hug…
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New Year Reset? No, thanks: Realistic New Year’s Resolutions for Women with ADHD
New Year’s resolutions are tricky for anyone, but when you have ADHD, they can feel downright impossible. The key? Keeping them realistic, flexible, and focused on small wins. I love the idea of a New Year reset but doing too much at once usually lands me in a heap on the floor. Here’s a list…
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I’m a Mirrorball: How Taylor Swift’s Lyrics Reflect My ADHD Experience
This is part of a series of posts to mark the end of the Era’s Tour, you can read them all in our new category: ADHD Swifties. I think out of every song I’ve talked about in this series, Mirrorball is probably the one I’ve come back to most when thinking about ADHD. Each lyric…
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Counting Sheep – ADHD Sleep Issues
ADHD sleep issues are pretty common. For those of us with ADHD, our brains have a hard time shutting off. We’re wired to think, analyze, and sometimes hyper-focus at the most inconvenient times (hello, midnight productivity streaks). This can lead to what’s often called “revenge bedtime procrastination,” where you stay up scrolling, bingeing, or crafting…