Living with a neurospicy brain (aka ADHD, distractibility, or other beautifully unique cognitive styles) means navigating an endless stream of internal chatter. These internal distractions often stem from racing thoughts, overanalyzing, or simply having too many ideas fighting for attention. While external distractions can often be controlled with boundaries or environmental changes, internal distractions requireContinue reading “Focus Friday: Quieting the Inner Noise – Managing Internal Distractions for Neurospicy Minds”
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Focus Friday: Boundaries, Round 2
🌟 Focus Friday: Honoring Your Boundaries for Better Focus 🌟 This week, let’s spend a little more time talking about boundaries—with tasks, people, and even ourselves. If you struggle with distractibility or focus issues, boundaries aren’t just helpful—they’re essential. 🛑 Boundaries with Tasks:Do you ever catch yourself saying “Just one more thing” only to realizeContinue reading “Focus Friday: Boundaries, Round 2”
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!”
Focus Friday: Self-Care Through Subtraction
Self-care isn’t just about treating yourself 🌿—sometimes it’s about giving yourself permission to release what no longer serves you ➖. This week, think about what you can subtract ⏳💸🧘♀️ for your well-being 🌻. When we think of self-care, we often imagine adding things to our routine: spa days, new skincare products, or hobbies. But whatContinue reading “Focus Friday: Self-Care Through Subtraction”
Join the Q3 Accountability Krewe!
Hello, Amplify Wellness Community! As we move closer to the third quarter, I am thrilled to invite you to join our Q3 Accountability Krewe. We have made incredible progress and built beautiful momentum in our first two quarters, with many of our Krewe members returning for a third round. We would love for you toContinue reading “Join the Q3 Accountability Krewe!”
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”
Focus Friday – Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria
🔍 Focus Friday: Understanding Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) 🔍 Have you ever felt like even the smallest criticism or rejection was enough to completely derail your day? You might be experiencing something called Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), and you’re not alone. Let’s dive into what it is and how to navigate through it. 🧠 WhatContinue reading “Focus Friday – Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria”
Focus Friday – The Rewind Button is My Best Friend
Welcome to another #FocusFriday! 🎬 Ever found yourself rewinding the same scene in a show four times because you kept spacing off during it? 🤦♂️ You’re not alone! For many with ADHD, staying focused on a single task can feel like an uphill battle. 🧠💥 💡 Here’s why it happens and some ideas to helpContinue reading “Focus Friday – The Rewind Button is My Best Friend”
Amplify Wellness with Meg Duke 