You know the feeling: it’s late, you’re tired, and you know you should go to sleep. But instead, you find yourself doing anything but that—scrolling, watching something “just one more episode” long, or deep diving into a hyperfocus hobby at 2am. This phenomenon is called revenge bedtime procrastination, and while it might sound dramatic, […]
Why Neurodivergent Brains Struggle With Bedtime – And What Might Help Read More »
Mindfulness has gained attention as a valuable tool for managing stress, improving focus, and fostering emotional well-being. While often associated with meditation, mindfulness extends far beyond that—it’s a way of thinking and paying attention to the present moment. For autistic individuals and those with ADHD, mindfulness can provide unique benefits, helping with emotional regulation, sensory
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When I first heard about AI tools like ChatGPT, I was immediately put off by the idea. It felt like using AI was “cheating,” especially considering how hard I had worked to refine my writing skills since my undergraduate years—before I even knew I was neurodivergent. The thought that someone could just ask AI to
AuDHD and AI: A Game-Changer for Productivity and Communication Read More »
The term AuDHD refers to the co-occurrence of autism and ADHD. While autism and ADHD are distinct conditions, they share several overlapping traits, making the dual diagnosis challenging yet common. When I received my autism diagnosis in 2019, I began piecing together why certain things had always felt harder for me. But it was not
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Life’s big projects and tasks often get the spotlight when we talk about motivation, but what about the little things? For many of us—especially when we’re tired, low, or teetering on the edge of burnout—it’s the small, everyday tasks that can feel the most overwhelming. I think it’s important as well for me to share
Help! I Need my Motivation Back! What to do when you’re not doing your “to-do”s. Read More »
In my work as a coach, I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with a variety of clients, each with their own unique challenges and strengths. This past week, accountability has been a central theme, particularly with two of my clients who have ADHD. Their experiences have highlighted the importance of personalised approaches in coaching, especially
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I want to talk to you about SLEEP. We all know we need it, and I posted a little while back about the importance of sleep, and how scientists know more about what the different functions are of the different stages of sleep (if you want to know more, “Why We Sleep” by Matthew
Embracing the Wakeful Nights: A Different Approach to Overcoming Sleep Challenges Read More »
Often when we think of habits we automatically think of “bad ones”. Smoking. Drinking alcohol. Eating junk food. There are just a few that come to mind – and don’t feel bad if this was your first thought too because as humans, we have a negativity bias meaning we’re likely to ALWAYS zone in
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