How to Work With It (Not Against It) If you’ve ever found yourself absolutely spinning out over something that seems “small” to others but feels like a deep and urgent moral wrong to you, you might be familiar with the ADHD justice chip. You might not find this in a diagnostic manual (yet), but manyContinue reading “Focus Friday: The ADHD Justice Chip”
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Focus Friday: What Turning 40 Taught Me About Focus
🎂 Today I turn 40. On a Thursday, so you’re getting #FocusFriday a day early. And don’t worry—this isn’t going to be a list of 40 things I’ve learned or a lengthy look back (although, let’s be real, I could write that post). Instead, I want to use this milestone to talk about what growingContinue reading “Focus Friday: What Turning 40 Taught Me About Focus”
Focus Friday: The Weight of Micro Rejections 🧠💔
If you’ve ever walked away from a seemingly small moment—an unanswered text, a lukewarm “ok,” a joke no one laughed at—and felt disproportionately rattled or rejected… You’re not alone.You may be experiencing what we call micro rejections—and if you’re someone with ADHD, you may be especially sensitive to them. 🤏 What Are Micro Rejections? MicroContinue reading “Focus Friday: The Weight of Micro Rejections 🧠💔”
Focus Friday – Breaking Free from Waiting Mode
Have you ever found yourself stuck in a state of limbo, waiting for the “perfect” time, the right mood, or external circumstances to align before you take action? If you have ADHD (or even if you don’t), you might be familiar with Waiting Mode—that mental freeze where you’re aware of what needs to be doneContinue reading “Focus Friday – Breaking Free from Waiting Mode”
Focus Friday: Navigating ADHD with Intention Workshop!
Start Your Journey of Navigating ADHD with Intention Happy Focus Friday, friends! Let’s kick off 2025 with a chance to dive deeper into understanding ADHD—whether for yourself, a loved one, or your clients. I’m thrilled to announce my upcoming Adult ADHD Continuing Education Workshop on January 24, 2025. This workshop is designed with care forContinue reading “Focus Friday: Navigating ADHD with Intention Workshop!”
The Perinatal Podcast – Mini Episode 5 – THE Adults with ADHD Workshop!
January 24th – 1-2:30pm central! Want to learn about navigating your Adult ADHD? Are you a provider who could brush up on your skills in working with your neurodivergent clients? I’ve got the workshop for you! Welcome back to The Perinatal Podcast, The Mini Episodes! And be sure to subscribe for notifications – we haveContinue reading “The Perinatal Podcast – Mini Episode 5 – THE Adults with ADHD Workshop!”
Focus Friday: Women + Neurospiciness🌶️
For many women with ADHD, the journey of understanding their neurospicy 🌶️ minds often begins far later than it should. While boys tend to receive more attention and diagnoses for ADHD in childhood, many girls are overlooked, often masking their symptoms or being labeled as “daydreamers” or “disorganized.” This pattern of missed recognition continues intoContinue reading “Focus Friday: Women + Neurospiciness🌶️”
October is ADHD Awareness Month!
October marks ADHD Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and educating others about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). For those of us who work with or experience ADHD firsthand, this month is an opportunity to celebrate the uniqueness and strengths of individuals with ADHD while also fostering understanding about the challengesContinue reading “October is ADHD Awareness Month!”
Mindful Monday – Hydration Station
Happy #MindfulMonday, everyone! Today, let’s dive into the incredible benefits of staying hydrated and how it can transform our well-being and focus. 💧✨ 🌿 Why Hydration Matters: Our bodies are about 60% water, making hydration crucial for nearly every bodily function. Drinking enough water helps: 🧠Hydration & Focus: Staying hydrated is especially important forContinue reading “Mindful Monday – Hydration Station”
Focus Friday – Waiting Mode
Let’s talk about something many of us with ADHD experience: the dreaded ‘waiting mode.’ 🕰️ It’s that feeling when you’re caught between tasks, unsure of where to start, and time seems to slip away unnoticed. For me, it’s a coping mechanism for my time blindness, a subtle attempt to avoid the anxiety of being late.Continue reading “Focus Friday – Waiting Mode”
Amplify Wellness with Meg Duke 